Three strikes & you're out trip! 6/6-6/11/06 Updated 7/11 Day 6 Complete!
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lauren-roxy · 07-11-2006, 10:58 AM

That just plain stinks what your friends did to you two Angie. I don't think I would have been so nice. Sounds like you still had a pretty good day though.

poohsgirl · 07-11-2006, 01:01 PM

Sunday June 11th, Day 6, part 1– Our final day! 
Well, it had finally arrived and for the first time, I wasn’t so sad to be leaving my happy place. It hadn’t been so happy this time. Last night I tried unsuccessfully to get a late check out so, I set a wake-up call for 8:50am to give me time to pack last minute things and take a shower. I didn’t even attempt to wake Joey to see if he was willing to go to a park, because not only would he be grumpy about being woken up, he’d have nixed the idea entirely, anyway.
At ten I finally did have to wake him up so I could pack his pjs and toiletries up after he showered.

Called Heidi at 10:45am to confirm that they’d be by the pool at SSR and said we’d head over there for a few hours and then go to DTD for some lunch at Earl of Sandwich. I was going there even if they decided not to!

We headed to airline check-in (LOVE this service![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif[/img]) and had our boarding passes within a few minutes. We stored our carry-ons with bell services and then took the short stroll to the boat dock. Since it was such a beautiful day and as of yet we hadn’t taken the scenic boat to DTD, we figured now was as good a time as any. I love the size of this resort! The dock was so close.

Only had to wait about 5 minutes for the boat that was arriving from Riverside to dock. Then it was down the Sassagoula for us.

On the way, I couldn’t pass up the photo ops.

Once we arrived at the Marketplace, we waited only a few more minutes for the ferry to SSR. We were there by 11:40am, now that was awesome timing![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/woot.gif[/img]

I called Heidi to ask where to meet them and she said that the girls were at the High Rock Spring Pool, which is the main one located by the Carriage House. We encountered a DVC rep, named Joe, [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] as we arrived at the CH and he asked how he could assist us. I told him we were here to meet friends at the pool. I didn’t realize what I’d said until it was too late , but luckily Joe just smiled and waved us through!

We didn’t see anyone in the pool and after circling the entire area, I sent Joey to get his bathing suit on and then we’d continue looking. I didn’t bring my suit along, because I didn’t want to have to carry any more wet clothes in our carry-ons. Back outside, we did find them. The girls had been sunning themselves, while I was looking for them in the pool![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/foreheadslap.gif[/img]

While Joey and the girls got into the pool with a ball to toss around.

I went to the bar!

On the Rocks pool bar had some appetizing drinks to offer.

I chose the Sunken Treasure and a small bag of pretzels for a total of $11.50![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img]

Heidi & Troy returned from putting the clothes in the dryer. Troy joins the kids in the pool and Heidi lounged with her book.

At about 1:30pm the kids went into the Arcade and I followed, leaving the bag with Joey’s clothes at the table where Heidi’s things were.

At about 2p.m Troy comes into the arcade and says it’s about to pour. I didn’t think much of it, because I figured Heidi is outside, if it does start to rain she’ll grab my bag. When I finally heard the rain, I peeked out to our table and my bag was still there![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif[/img] Heidi and Stormy had gone back to the room. I guess I shouldn’t have assumed that she’d either bring my bag in, since no one was left to watch it or at least tell me. The arcade door was only steps from our table. Just another thing that irritated me.
Luckily, only Joey’s t-shirt got a little wet. I didn’t want him to have to travel with wet clothes. In hindsight, I could’ve just thrown them into the free DVC dryers, but thank goodness I didn’t have to.

At this point it was coming down in sheets and we were sequestered in the Arcade for a good 20-30 minutes. When it had finally calmed to a drizzle we made a run for it back to the room. Joey hopped in the shower to wash the chlorine off and I borrowed their to dry the damp parts of his shirt. After everyone was showered and changed we went looking for the walkway to DTD. It was about a 10 minute walk, but so pretty.
We encounteredand along the way. FYI- the walkway is nearest to the Congress Park buildings.

We headed straight to EOS, or should I say I headed and they followed![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] The line to order was non-existent, but the crowd waiting for their order was rather large. It was a good 10 minute wait for our orders.

Joe chose the “Best BLT”, which at this moment doesn’t appear on the ALLEARS menu, but I assure you that’s what he ate! I believe it’s Canadian bacon(the best!) and of course lettuce, tomato and mayo. I have it in my notes “no mayo” which I find strange because Joey loves mayo.

I decided to stray from my usual, “The Frenchy”- Le Frenchy - ham with creamy French brie and dijonnaise sauce - and try “The Caprese”- The Caprese - sliced fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, fresh basil and drizzled virgin olive oil.
Wow, it was so good!

I also ordered the 3 berry smoothie. It was good but still had raspberry seeds in it. I grabbed an oatmeal raisin cookie to snack on at the airport.[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/yuma.gif[/img]

I don’t really remember what the Havens ordered but they really all enjoyed their sandwiches. No one had leftovers! Told ya so!

After stuffing ourselves we did a little shopping. First stop Pin Traders where I bought 2 pins.

I think this is the best picture of the 3 of them!

Then we went into Summer Sands, which I don’t think I’d ever entered before. Walked straight through to Team Mickey where we spent some time. Joey found the basketball nets while we looked around. I spotted the jersey Joey had admired and asked him if he was sure he didn’t want it. He assured me that he didn’t. I bought my dad a golf towel as an addition to his father’s day gift and then Joey found a pair of sunglasses he liked so I added that.

After seeing Joey’s candy bag the night before the girls were jonesin’ for some candy of their own, so we backtracked to Goofy’s.

Here I spent an additional $3 for more candy for Joey.

YUM!!

Funhouse Mirror Pics!

Made a pit stop at Pooh’s corner but was again disappointed at the selection of merchandise of the store’s name sake or the lack thereof. They shouldn’t even call it Pooh Corner anymore. Karen or Eileen would probably come up with a very creative and hysterical name for it, but sadly I don’t have their wit![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/roflmao.gif[/img]

By this time it was 4:35p.m and since we hadn’t been offered a ride back to our resort[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img] let alone back to the airport, Joey and I would have to make our leave now. The DME bus would be picking us up at 5:45p.m and Disney transportation being unpredictable, I wanted to give us plenty of time to get back to POFQ.

Okay, about the ride back to the airport comment: I had asked Troy a few days back that if he were willing to give us a ride back to the airport I’d pay him $20 for gas. This would allow us at least an extra hour and a half since I’d be doing airline check-in. He said that maybe if it were more time that we’d be saving he’d agree but for that amount of time it would be too much for him. Granted it would be an hour r/t travel time for him, but I thought that maybe it’d be worth the extra time spent playing instead of on a DME bus. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img]

Maybe it’s just that I’ve been spoiled with my passporter friends[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grouphug.gif[/img] always offering without being asked to do things like this. I love you guys![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img]

Up Next - Day 6, part 2- To the Airport and a Green Goblin!

**Caldercup** · 07-11-2006, 01:18 PM

Aaarrrgghhh! They did was I was thinking they'd do to you. I CAN'T stinkin' believe they changed their minds about TL at the very last second. That bites! You are a saint not to have chewed them out and never spoken to them again -- and then Heidi didn't even bother to take of your bag.

As for Pooh Corner... I have little personal history here. We have a dog that likes her privacy when taking care of business. She always runs back behind the shed to poop -- a spot that Bob and I refer to as Poo Corner. So, I guess without the Pooh merchandise on offer, it should now be spelled POO Corner (no 'h')

I'm so glad that your next trips are with some of the best PassPorters. They'll treat you right and be sooo good to you. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grouphug.gif[/img] (I wish I was able to join you!)

Can't wait for more.
Eileen

**DrDolphin** · 07-11-2006, 01:22 PM

Great update Angie!! The photos look fun - and the boat ride from POFQ sounds really nice. Sorry about the lack of a ride thing...

disney_girl · 07-11-2006, 01:44 PM

Angie, I've been catching up on you trip report, and your friends are frustrating me!! This is exactly why I do NOT like going on vacations like this with friends. I hate when other people seem to dictate what everyone is doing, and I'm passive enough to let it happen. I like to do my own thing with my family! Great TR though, you are very entertaining! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

poohsgirl · 07-11-2006, 02:13 PM

Day 6, Part 2- To the Airport and a Green Goblin!

Anyways, back at DTD, the bus pulled up within seconds of us getting there. So we were back at POFQ by 5:10p.m after making stops at PI and TL.waytogo:

Since we had time to spare, Joey asked for a , but [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/shameonyou.gif[/img] shake this time. I was happy to oblige as I’d been taking advantage of the DDE at the FC all vacation long![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
I also got 2 more Mickey rice krispie treats for home, which my sister enjoyed.[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/yuma.gif[/img]

After a pottie break and one last refill of my mug, pink lemonade this time, it was off to collect our carry-ons. As soon as we got to Bell Services our DME bus pulled up, a full 10 minutes early. No one else boarded, I don’t think, so we pulled out to our last pick up at Old Key West then on to MCO.

We arrived at the airport at 6:40p.m and I made a note that this bus DID make stops at both “B”, then the “A” side. We got off at the latter and took the escalator up to security. The wait for security was less than 5 minutes a great improvement from other times.[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/082502yes_prv.gif[/img]
We were at our gate before 7p.m and our flight wasn’t due to board for another hour.
I sat and hoped that Tropical Storm Alberto (?) didn’t affect our departure time, since I’d picked a late flight as it was and Joey had school the next day and I had to go to work. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/crazy.gif[/img]

The hour went slowly and a guy getting updates on his lap top was announcing how good the Mets Game was going and how the Yanks had gotten whipped! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img] So I decided to go for a walk and ended up at Starbuck’s. Got myself one for the road, or air and headed back.

The flight did leave on time and Joey slept most of the way.

One cool thing did happen though!

As I sat looking at first class boarding I noticed a familiar face, but I couldn’t quite place it. He was a gentleman, in his early 50s maybe, distinguished looking enough to have caught my eye, but no airs about him. Once Joey and I boarded, I again took notice of this man and this time I was sure I knew who he was. I turned to Joey who was behind me and “That is the guy from .” I tried to point discreetly with my head, but all I got from him was “What?” So I repeated the statement. At this point, I think the gentleman overheard and just looked up at me. Joey replied “You're blind Ma.” O-kay.
A few rows back a woman had taken notice of what I had said and she says “Yes, it’s him. It’s Mick Jagger!” Uhm, and Joey thought I was blind! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
This man bared no resemblance to the Mickster, especially in the region![img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rofl2.gif[/img]
With Joey, the action movie fan, not recognizing him, I thought maybe I’d made a mistake, but I couldn’t leave it alone.
When the drink cart came around, I asked the flight attendant if she knew who the passenger in First Class was and gave her the approximate location. She was now just as curious as I was and went off to find out. A short while later, she returns and I’m thinking she’s asked the FA that is handling First class or maybe taken a look at him herself. She hands me a sheet of paper, neat she got me an autograph I’m thinking. It was the PASSENGER LIST!!! With all the names of people in First Class! Isn’t that confidential? When I locate the seat number this gentleman was occupying the name listed was …..

Willem Defoe! The Green Goblin!

I was so stoked[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/woot.gif[/img] to have been right and couldn’t wait for Joey to wake up to tell him.

Unfortunately we didn’t see him again since he exited first and I’m sure was whisked away in a limo. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

We collected our luggage and took a cab back home, where we promptly fell into bed!

THE END.

Up Next- Final Thoughts!

JoanW · 07-11-2006, 02:41 PM

I'm sorry this trip didn't turn out as planned, but at least you got to go!

I hestitate to make Disney plans with nonPassporters ever in the future!

Great report, I took notes for my future trips! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

**Eeyoresmom** · 07-11-2006, 04:07 PM

Angie,

It sounds like you did have some fun on the trip, and thank goodness for that. I hope Joey really had a good time! Sorry that things were so difficult, that's alway my concern when traveling with someone new. At least you have another trip to look forward to VERY soon! Have a great time, and wish Melissa a Happy Birthday for us!

Meggera · 07-11-2006, 04:30 PM

Great tr. Cool to see Willem Defoe. I can't believe your friend didn't take care of your bag! Wow!

Laura

**WDWfan** · 07-11-2006, 06:01 PM

Angie - I'm so glad you have another trip planned soon. After this one you need to go again and find the magic. It's somehow not right [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img] to be ready to leave WDW.

Seeing William DeFoe is definitely [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]!

I'll be looking forward to your final thoughts.........

Jillybean · 07-11-2006, 06:06 PM

Angie! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/mad.gif[/img] I am just so furious with this family! He wouldn't even drive you to the airport! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

I am so happy that you were able to eek out a good time for you and Joey though!

I have never traveled to Disney with friends and now you've convinced me why!

How cool that you saw Willem Dafoe in first class! He is such a good actor! Broke my heart in Platoon.

Jill

wheatenwalker · 07-11-2006, 07:09 PM

Boy, I cant beleive your friend didnt grab your bag!
Cool about the Green Goblin, though!

Nala · 07-11-2006, 07:46 PM

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Maybe it’s just that I’ve been spoiled with my passporter friends always offering without being asked to do things like this.

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And just think, in just hours you will have the chance to be with some of them again.

Sorry this trip didn't turn out so well, but I know the next one will be great. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/082502yes_prv.gif[/img]

How cool to see the Green Goblin! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

Sorry to see this report come to an end, but I will be looking forward to the next one.

POOH · 07-11-2006, 08:38 PM

Sorry your trip didn't go as well as you'd hoped. At least you have a PP trip to look forward to. I'm already anticipating that TR. One of these I'll make it on PP trip. Maybe I'll have to make a mini meet with you in NYC one day.

lauren-roxy · 07-11-2006, 09:28 PM

Great report Angie!! I'm sorry your trip was such a bummer. It's so hard to imagine friends acting that way. Cool that you got to see William DeFoe!! Can't wait to read your final thoughts, should be very interesting!!!!