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Good times at DHS! We waited exactly 70 minutes for TSMM, the posted wait time - I'm glad you got to go on it. I'm interested in seeing what your choice is from all the shoes...
But, I have to add my comments to all the others about your wait for TSMM! How super is that! I've ridden it before, but never experienced the queue - only the fast-pass entrance. Hoping to remedy that this summer!
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My opinion don't count, but... looking at each of them, I like the Teva Tirra because they look sturdy enough for a day of strenuous walking and they don't have the toe separator that can get uncomfortable at times.
I am still looking for a pair of sandals and I am not having any fun...three weeks and still no shoes. I like the ones you found, think I might need to do some research and quickly. Funny thing I am so picky with sandals, flip flops....the most comfortable ones I have ever had were these Mickey flip flops I got from Avon, of course they no longer have them and the original ones, well they have been regulated to house sandals, they are truly done in. Haven't found a pair I liked since.
Wow Kelly, I had fallen so far behind! Glad you finally got to experience TSMM. We missed it in April. And holy lightsaber Batman! That is one huge lightsaber! Wait, can I mix Batman references with Star Wars content . Sounds like a good first day. Can't wait for more.
Seems as if the TSMM fairies were shining down on y'all. What a great wait time! Those fairies must have been hanging around on Friday too but if you want to know more you'll have to wait for it in the TR.
And I really dig the SW picture frame. Too . Oh and Steph has her Mickey head shaped one up in her room already. Too funny that she had mentioned wanting those before we saw y'all. Thanks so much Kelly!
I'm so glad you both like the frames. I've eyed those myself for years - still don't have one either.
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I bought a pair of Keen shoes that I thought were OK and a pair of Teva Flip Flops. They are very comfy and the sole part is cushy and supportive at the same time.
Have a great weekend - try to stay cool.
I've heard great things about Teva, so may go that direction. I may shop around and try them on in person then look for the best deal online possibly.
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I can't believe you had a 10 minute wait for your first time on TSMM!! Awesome!! I wanted to wait with the boys for Buzz and Woody, but I think the line is a little misleading, am I right? Is it much longer inside than it looks?
I like the Teva ones. I think I like the Zirra better than Tirra, but I like them both. And you can try them out and let me know how they are for my November trip.
It is misleading, but it goes by pretty quick with the stuff to do inside.
I'll give you a full review of whatever shoes I decide on.
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Ugh...I fell so far behind! Sorry your meal at HS started out a little rough, trust me, we've all been there. I have many photos of a grumpy Hope, and I've also had my fair share of tear ups. Thankfully the evening got better, and I can't believe the kids wanted to keep going! Oh, and TSMM, don't even get me started about those wait times. I swear I think they make up something really really outrageous to deter people from the line.
I think they make stuff up too! Because this was the first time we had that experience. I can't believe they kept on either, but they did so I took it.
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I have that pair of KEEN and I will say they are a little flimsy. They're not uncomfortable or anything, but I'm always kinds of thinking they are going to break or fall off or something. I'm not sure about the other ones as I don't have any, but I don't think I would wear the KEEN walking around Disney. I had a pair of crock sandals that I loved at Disney. They didn't have the straps in the back though.
Thanks for the info. I was afraid of that and now that I know for sure I'll cross those off the list. I wore my croc flip flops quite a bit on this past trip and they were fine, but looking for something 'more', if you know what I mean.
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Good times at DHS! We waited exactly 70 minutes for TSMM, the posted wait time - I'm glad you got to go on it. I'm interested in seeing what your choice is from all the shoes...
I don't think I could get the boys to wait that long. Heck, I don't think I'd want to wait that long.
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I like the Zirra and the Tirra also. I'm leery of the ones with thongs because of rubbing and blisters.
Thanks for your input Laurie. I never took the rubbing into consideration, but might have to.
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Originally Posted by KMB733
I like either the Teva Zirra or the Teva Tirra. I can't decide which ones I like better. making a decision!!
Thanks Kathy. Once I decide on the style, then I have to decide on a color!
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I like the Tirra or the Mahi!
I found the Mahis last minute and they're really growing on me.
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I have yet to ride TSMM. I am hoping this next trip will do the trick!
I hope you finally get to ride!
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Originally Posted by sc507
No shoe opinion - sorry
But, I have to add my comments to all the others about your wait for TSMM! How super is that! I've ridden it before, but never experienced the queue - only the fast-pass entrance. Hoping to remedy that this summer!
I hope you get to see the rest of the queue; even seeing it quickly is really neat.
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Originally Posted by Kenny
My opinion don't count, but... looking at each of them, I like the Teva Tirra because they look sturdy enough for a day of strenuous walking and they don't have the toe separator that can get uncomfortable at times.
Thanks Kenny!
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Originally Posted by mcc0313
I am still looking for a pair of sandals and I am not having any fun...three weeks and still no shoes. I like the ones you found, think I might need to do some research and quickly. Funny thing I am so picky with sandals, flip flops....the most comfortable ones I have ever had were these Mickey flip flops I got from Avon, of course they no longer have them and the original ones, well they have been regulated to house sandals, they are truly done in. Haven't found a pair I liked since.
Definitely intersted in your findings....
I hope you find something! I'm not sure I'll find anything before you leave to help you out. Make sure if you find some to give me the details though.
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Wow Kelly, I had fallen so far behind! Glad you finally got to experience TSMM. We missed it in April. And holy lightsaber Batman! That is one huge lightsaber! Wait, can I mix Batman references with Star Wars content . Sounds like a good first day. Can't wait for more.
I hung the lightsaber in Dylan's room today. I'll have to take a picture - it takes up the whole span of the wall space it's on.
I've finally caught up on your TR. Sounds like you all had a busy and fun first day. We love leaving on the first flight too, it makes for a long day, but we love having more time in Disney!! Can't wait to read more.
I'm still in the process of catching up, still have pages and pages to go. But comments for now: Great Father's Day weekend, glad the rain cleared up for your first day, Sanaa looks so delicious, and bummer about your sinuses and then the rash. I'll be back tomorrow for more of your adventures.
So glad yall got to ride on TSMM! When we where there in 2008 the ride had only been open maybe 2 months and we got to ride it 4 times that week!! It dont seem like alot but for it being a new ride at the time!!! But we did use FP two of those times. I hate you ended up paying for the F! package, did you get a refund? Cant wait for more!!!
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I've finally caught up on your TR. Sounds like you all had a busy and fun first day. We love leaving on the first flight too, it makes for a long day, but we love having more time in Disney!! Can't wait to read more.
Usually we take the last flight out too.
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I'm still in the process of catching up, still have pages and pages to go. But comments for now: Great Father's Day weekend, glad the rain cleared up for your first day, Sanaa looks so delicious, and bummer about your sinuses and then the rash. I'll be back tomorrow for more of your adventures.
Hi Cam! No worries at all. You'll get to the part where we meet you in your TR probably before I get there in mine.
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So glad yall got to ride on TSMM! When we where there in 2008 the ride had only been open maybe 2 months and we got to ride it 4 times that week!! It dont seem like alot but for it being a new ride at the time!!! But we did use FP two of those times. I hate you ended up paying for the F! package, did you get a refund? Cant wait for more!!!
We've been every year since it opened and this was the first time we'd actually been able to ride it. We always got there too late for FPs or it was too long of a line.
We didn't pay for the F! package at dinner. We just ate off the menu. If you decide not to do F! you just don't get the voucher for the reserved seating, so it worked out fine.
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. Sounds like a good first day. Can't wait for more.
. Oh and Steph has her Mickey head shaped one up in her room already. Too funny that she had mentioned wanting those before we saw y'all. Thanks so much Kelly!
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