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Not only are you getting to go to WDW **again**, but you're also totally showing me up with the whole TR update thingy.
Eileen
Well, considering my final day was breakfast and a plane trip home, it shouldn't take too long to write up. The problem is, I keep procrastinating because I don't want it to be over But I must admit I'm rather proud of the fact that writing the DL portion of my TR lit a fire under all the other Girls Trip slackers and got everyone writing again!
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Mickey's so happy to see me back, he can barely contain himself!
Well, considering my final day was breakfast and a plane trip home, it shouldn't take too long to write up. The problem is, I keep procrastinating because I don't want it to be over But I must admit I'm rather proud of the fact that writing the DL portion of my TR lit a fire under all the other Girls Trip slackers and got everyone writing again!
All hail Princess Sharon...
Queen of Fastpasses AND Trip Reports!
danielle
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Day Sixteen – Sunday, March 4 Desperately Seeking Minnie
We’d been at Disneyland for five days and Eileen hadn’t had more than a glimpse of Miss Minnie, so I suggested we make a PS for breakfast at the PCH Grill for the Lilo & Stitch breakfast, where Minnie is known to hang out. Karen called and was able to get us in.
We walked over to Paradise Pier and checked in.
We checked in and were seated near a large group of cheerleaders. My memory’s a little foggy (I’ve probably purposely blocked it out), but I seem to recall the chaperones having an "entitled" attitude and complaining about all the tables not being together. Eileen or Karen – do you remember what the story was with them?
Anyway, the food was quite yummy, so I was glad we’d decided to eat here, and Minnie was present, so Eileen could finally get some face time with her! We visited with Minnie, Pluto, Lilo and Stitch between bites. Now you’ve already heard how I was a complete doofus when I met Goofy, but that’s nothing compared to Miss Eileen! Eileen got so excited when Miss Minnie came to our table that she let out an ear-splitting shriek that made everyone in the place think the fire alarm was going off. We had to evacuate the building and it took a lot of explaining to get things straightened out. Eileen, you really need to work on your self-control!
Eileen and Minnie ... finally!
After breakfast, we went back to the GC and checked out. We couldn’t prolong our stay any more, the Crazy Lady Trio was breaking up. Karen was kind enough to drop me off at John Wayne Airport (the shuttle would’ve picked me up too early for us to do breakfast). I collected my bags and said goodbye to my two Disney buddies.
I went and checked my bag and headed through the short security line to my gate. I caught up on my notes and then it was time to board. We took off on time, and arrived in Las Vegas before I knew it. I had more than an hour layover in Vegas, so I scoped out places to eat for my trip later that month. FYI, the choices in the airport are limited and what’s there is expensive. I mean, Subway was twice what I am used to paying – and I’m used to paying NYC prices!
Anyway, back to my TR. I boarded the plane for home, and I got the exit row. I slept almost the entire way home. I only woke up when the pilot would point out interesting things we were flying over. I usually enjoy that a lot, but this time I would open my eyes, check out the Grand Canyon (cool!), then go right back to sleep!
I arrived home at 11:00 pm and DF picked me up. I went home and promptly went back to sleep.
Up Next: Final Thoughts and Ramblings
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Mickey's so happy to see me back, he can barely contain himself!
Another great update, Sharon! I'm sorry Eileen shrieking evacuated the building. I hope your food didn't get cold! Boy, am I going to miss this TR! I have reading all dem lies!!
BTW, I also this photo!
I'm very sorry to see this trip come to an end - it's been a great read and it sounds like you had an awesome time at breakfast. I'm glad Eileen was nice and restrained when she saw Minnie!
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I am SO Sorry to see this TR coming to an end... but I know that you will have another WDW adventure to tell us about soon! It was GREAT to meet you and spend lots of time with you in CA - can't wait to see you again at Mousefest!
I can't believe the TR is coming to it's end. What a fantastic trip and I was so glad to get to hang out with you finally! Love the pics from nreakfast. The glow on Eileen's face with Minnie is priceless and I think my favorite is the one with Stitch. Looking forward to your final thoughts and seeing you at Mousefest.
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But I must admit I'm rather proud of the fact that writing the DL portion of my TR lit a fire under all the other Girls Trip slackers and got everyone writing again! 
We visited with Minnie, Pluto, Lilo and Stitch between bites. Now you’ve already heard how I was a complete doofus when I met Goofy, but that’s nothing compared to Miss Eileen! Eileen got so excited when Miss Minnie came to our table that she let out an ear-splitting shriek that made everyone in the place think the fire alarm was going off. 
We had to evacuate the building and it took a lot of explaining to get things straightened out. Eileen, you really need to work on your self-control! 
We couldn’t prolong our stay any more, the Crazy Lady Trio was breaking up. 
Karen was kind enough to drop me off at John Wayne Airport (the shuttle would’ve picked me up too early for us to do breakfast). I collected my bags and said goodbye to my two Disney buddies. 
I only woke up when the pilot would point out interesting things we were flying over. I usually enjoy that a lot, but this time I would open my eyes, check out the Grand Canyon (cool!), then go right back to sleep!
reading all dem lies!! 
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