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To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
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Ha! I can see my son in your pic! Waaay up by the stage, the little boy sitting on the ground in the red shirt. I'm sitting by the lamp post behind him, but you can't see me because of the other people. It's not real surprising since I watch them ALL the time, but still, how funny is that!
I am loving your TR. I remember very well going on vacations to WDW with my Mom and Dad, sister and brother, and many many times having arguments, being irritated and annoyed with each other... I'm glad it wasn't just us!
Great update!! Sounds like you had a nice time with Alicia in the WS. Glad everyone is getting along. And, how funny that Jennifer spotted her son in that photo! Can't wait to hear more
Thanks for the review on the Grey Goose vs Grand Marnier. We have a PP mini-meet scheduled next month to sample both.
Glad everything is looking up.
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Sorry your AK morning did not go over well...I find that the park just always feels so crowded and hot that tempers flare no matter what (we have had some meltdowns there as well)
Glad your headache felt better and that you could enjoy the evening...looks like you and Alicia had some fun at the WS before the boys arrived. Can't wait to hear about dinner...
Sorry you had such a rough morning at AK - our day at AK didn't turn out too well either - seems like that park just sends out bad vibes or something. I was about ready to kill my DH within 5 minutes of walking in. Oh well.
Sounds like your evening at Epcot was going much better. Can't wait to hear about dinner.
We also enjoyed Moroco a great deal. And yes Maelstom is lame compared to coaster etc. But I loved it! Glad you got to ride. I hope Marakesh is good. Can't wait to read more!
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Great time at Epcot. Love the pictures. I have yet to try any FAB, but will definitely try the two you did the next time we go. Can't wait to hear about Marrakesh.
I decided it was time to try my first Grey Goose Slushy - YUM!! Definitely will repeat that drink!!
Alicia tried to talk me into another Italian Margareta – geesh she must think I’m a complete LUSH! (Sorry EJ I just couldn’t keep up the pace!)
I had to stop and try a Grand Marnier Slushie on the way to dinner, but didn't care for that as much as the Grey Goose Slushie. Everyone was feeling better and more relaxed. . . . I let Corey and Alicia have a sip of the Grand Marnier Slushie (I didn’t really care for it, plus I don’t think it had much alcohol in it, and I didn’t want to waste the $8 it cost!).
Seems to me you were keeping up the pace pretty well, dear! I was thinking you just need a little practice, but after I read the rest of your post...
I will try the Grey Goose Slushie, next time! I really didn't like the GM Slush that much...
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All caught up now...What a rough start to your day! Are you sure you're not talking about my vacation?!? We had a few screaming matches and my youngest is the loudest which causes DH to focus on that first (not that she's an ) I hope tomorrow brings a better day for you
Originally Posted by tinker_me_happy I decided it was time to try my first Grey Goose Slushy - YUM!! Definitely will repeat that drink!!
Alicia tried to talk me into another Italian Margareta – geesh she must think I’m a complete LUSH! (Sorry EJ I just couldn’t keep up the pace!)
I had to stop and try a Grand Marnier Slushie on the way to dinner, but didn't care for that as much as the Grey Goose Slushie. Everyone was feeling better and more relaxed. . . . I let Corey and Alicia have a sip of the Grand Marnier Slushie (I didn’t really care for it, plus I don’t think it had much alcohol in it, and I didn’t want to waste the $8 it cost!).
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Seems to me you were keeping up the pace pretty well, dear! I was thinking you just need a little practice, but after I read the rest of your post...
I will try the Grey Goose Slushie, next time! I really didn't like the GM Slush that much...
With all the talk of FAB, I should have thought to have one (or two) of these the night I was at EPCOT and lost my glasses. Maybe I would have mellowed out and been like "whatever" (especially since I don't drink - I've maybe had 3 or 4 since I turned 21 - and so having one without food would have hit me pretty hard)
Your slushie sounded yummy! I have yet to try one! Love that picture of Corey with the scarf on his head! It looks better on Alicia. Can't wait to hear how you like Marrakesh, and if you get to see the bellydancer.
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Waaay up by the stage, the little boy sitting on the ground in the red shirt. I'm sitting by the lamp post behind him, but you can't see me because of the other people. It's not real surprising since I watch them ALL the time, but still, how funny is that!
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I was thinking you just need a little practice, but after I read the rest of your post...
) I hope tomorrow brings a better day for you 
Can't wait to hear how you like Marrakesh, and if you get to see the bellydancer.
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