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Oops, I didn't realize you had updated. Enjoyed the pics of all of your summer activities. My faves were Evan playing baseball - he looks like he knows what he's doing!
I did wonder if it was the same Diggerland as we have over here. There's one not too far from us - not that we've visited it, but I'm very familiar with them.
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Very valuable to know that Diggerland is much more enjoyable on a cloudy day! It does look like the heat would be unbearable with no place to escape into shade or air conditioning. Looks like a fun place, though.
October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Oops, I didn't realize you had updated. Enjoyed the pics of all of your summer activities. My faves were Evan playing baseball - he looks like he knows what he's doing!
He played fairly well this year. not the best on the team but one of the better ones.
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I did wonder if it was the same Diggerland as we have over here. There's one not too far from us - not that we've visited it, but I'm very familiar with them.
Yea I don't think it is a place for adults only. Although I did see one couple with no kids. I looked and the one in Durham is right near where my sister live so if we visit again I know what we will be doing.
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Sorry Legoland hasn't worked out for this summer, but congrats on getting the refund from SWA. Diggerland is looking pretty cool so far.
I am a little bummed about Legoland but really happy we got the refund - and really surprised too. Evan LOVED Diggerland so that was enough for me.
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Sorry things didn't work out for Legoland this winter Diggerland looks like a lot of fun!
Evan loved Diggerland - Not sure how many girls would like it - they are just wired different than boys. He loves anything rough and tumble like Diggerland
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Glad you were able to get a full refund instead of a credit! Great pictures from Diggerland!
I was really happy and rather shocked that we got a refund.
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Very valuable to know that Diggerland is much more enjoyable on a cloudy day! It does look like the heat would be unbearable with no place to escape into shade or air conditioning. Looks like a fun place, though.
I was thinking about how hot it must have been this past weekend with the mini hot spell we got. Into the 90's and high humidity
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Diggerland looks like it would be heaven for a little boy!
I think it was my son's ultimate fantasy!
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Diggerland is looking like a lot of fun.
As long as evan was having fun - which we was, then I was having fun.
So before I continue with the TR I just wanted to say that the Lord sure does work in mysterious ways. Let me just say Im actually happy we didnt take our Disney trip this year. let me splain (No, there is too much. Let me sum up. Buttercup is set to marry Humperdink in little less than half an hour for all you Princess Bride fans) OK seriously now let me explain.
Our WDW trip was to be me, Evan, Mom and nephew Eric. Evan and Eric have been going to the same camp together all summer and have just had too much togetherness. They are at each others throats and bickering ALL THE TIME.
They are at the suitcase in the middle of the backseat stage OK that is a family story but a good one for anyone with kids.
My brother and his wife were taking a road trip when their kids were about 7,8,9,10. Just the age that Evan and Eric are entering. My niece and nephew would bicker and complain about the other all the time. You know how it goes. He is breathing MY air. She is chewing too loud all that sort of nonsense. Well on this one particular road trip when loading the car to come home my brother couldnt fit the suitcase in the trunk and just by dumb luck put it in the middle of the backseat between the kids. He said it was the best road trip they ever took. There was peace throughout the land. For the next several years any trip they took, the suit case went right into the back seat. So I feel Evan and Eric have reached that stage (the suitcase in the middle of the backseat stage). My sister made up a song this weekend a-la Taylor Swift we are never, ever, ever, riding in the car together. It has really been trying on my nerves. So the fact that I didnt have to deal with all of that for 2 weeks while in Disney is truly a blessing. On a positive note my brothers kids are really best friends now so there is hope for E&E.
The second reason Im happy we canceled is my mom. We had thought about still going and her using a scooter but she really has no stamina right now and that situation would have just been a disaster.
Third reason is and this will tie in in with this trip report is my dog Trixie hurt her back. I came home to her limping and screaming (Im not kidding-SCREAMING) in pain. I had to take her to the ER before I even unloaded the car. I have been dealing with that for the past few weeks trying to get her on the mend. 2 ER visits and 2 vet appointments later she is improving.
Fourth with Trixie being injured I have to carry her up and down the stairs. This morning I was holding her and my foot slipped on the tile floor. I crashed into the ground, wrenched my back and neck, skinned my knee (seriously I havent had a skinned knee since I was like 10) now my knee and wrist hurts AND I dropped the dog. Fortunately she looked fine. I took some Aleve but I can tell Im just achy all over today. Im glad Im not dealing with that soreness in WDW.
Lastly the reason Im glad we didnt go is that by now our trip would be over and as of today I still have a trip to look forward too. Albeit a year away. All this week I keep thinking, this time next year Ill be in Disney maybe we will be on Space Mountain right now
So with all that running through my mind I havent touched my TR in a few days. I hope to get back to working on the Diggerland updates but Evan has practice tonight and Thursday and first day of school in also on Thursday so I need to get him all set. Hopefully soon I will get back into it and finish up the day in Diggerland and upload my photos.
Hey if I drag this out long enough Ill finish in time for the PTR for next summer. Well actually we are planning a trip to DC in November so I do want to be all done this TR before then as I hope to do a PTR/TR for DC too.
OK let me stop yapping and get cracking on the next Diggerland update.
What a lot to deal with, Holly! Here are some healing pixies for you, Trixie and your mom. You've got the right attitude-- the fun of a WDW trip is all still in your future!
I posted these 2 topics over on the Planning forum but thought you all might have some advice too
I'm looking for some advice on the new Festival of Fantasy parade and I have a few questions too.
1) Do you all think FP+ is worth it? I'm thinking of going to the show on arrival day and this way if we are running a little late we still have seats.
2) When the parade starts in Frointerland how long until it reaches the hub (FP+ view area) and the central plaza on Main Street (my back up viewing location)?
3) Where do you like to view the parade?
4) Will there be a crazy mass exodus after the show ends? I'm wondering if we will need to stay put for 10 minutes or so or will we be able to move around quickly.
5) If not using FP+ how far in advance to stake out a spot?
6) Will we still find good viewing at the last minute? I know it is still new and popular but we will be going next year so things may die down a little.
7) Any thoughts or tips/tricks you have?...
I just joined National Car Rental's Emerald Club. I'm curious about the Emerald Aisle Service. Has anyone used it? I'm wondering how many cars are there in the row that are "above" the midsize/intermediate that you need to book. Im looking to get a convertible but really wondering if there are typically any in the row or is National sneaky and really don't have anything other than the ICars in the row? Anyone actually able to get the "free upgrade" using Emerald Aisle Service?
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