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I'm hoping you wore those hats in a few more photos because these old tired eyes couldn't make them out too well. Anyway, sounds like you had a great evening in Epcot, minus the near suffocation at the end.
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After a hectic weekend of travel to and from New Mexico that included rattlesnakes AND winter storms, I can FINALLY start reading this report. Of course - while reading it - I have laughed out load so many times as to scare both of the cats away from the bed!!! No worries - more room for me!
All caught up, before I missed too much! I hope you had a great time at DL! I can't wait to hear more about the antics at WDW, and I'm dying to hear about the TBSAALTA! The dinner that Bob &Larry hosted at Artist Point is still my all-time favorite PP story, so I know that the TBSAALTA, whatever it was, will be great!
I was almost about to storm into my bosses office to give him a piece of my mind for keeping me so busy that I was 7...yes 7 pages behind in a P-Sha TR...but I held back. Not becuase I do not belive that has overworked me to the bone, but becuase 7 wonderful pages of reading in one sitting of a P-Sha TR with so many wonderful chime-ins, (even though Eileen I think yours is worth so much more than $14.38 ) well this was just oh so much better.
And the sight of my cell phone in that picture reminded me that I texted our lost compatriot, Lesley, to tell her how much we missed her and how much the CP reminded me of the first time we got to enjoy it together.
For the record, the hats were flocked christmas trees with a forest green tulle skirt underneath (and you could totally see up Sharon's skirt! Hoooochie!!) Karen even accessorized them with a red pipe cleaner hidden Mickey. So wonderful!
You were looking up my skirt and I'm the hoochie?
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Tom & I were so sorry we had to miss the festivities this trip, but I loved being a part of it from a distance. Getting Larry & Bob's invitation to the TBSAALTA - and Eileen's texts made me almost feel as if we were there. (And no - I can't be bribed into an early reveal - unless lots of chocolate or wine are involved )
I remember that first CP. It was a very emotional for me and all of the support I got from you guys meant a lot to me. I love to watch the deaf interpreters. They are so expressive - just beautiful!
The hats are a hoot! Both B&L's and the girls'!
We missed you both!
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I'm hoping you wore those hats in a few more photos because these old tired eyes couldn't make them out too well. Anyway, sounds like you had a great evening in Epcot, minus the near suffocation at the end.
There are more photos of the hats to come! If they aren't sufficient, though, I'll snap one and post it.
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After a hectic weekend of travel to and from New Mexico that included rattlesnakes AND winter storms, I can FINALLY start reading this report. Of course - while reading it - I have laughed out load so many times as to scare both of the cats away from the bed!!! No worries - more room for me!
Note to self: stay out of New Mexico! At least in December! And give those kitties an extra stroke from me since I'm responsible for scaring them.
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Well... now that you're back home... we get updates, right?
RIGHT?!!!!
Didn't you say you were going to write a TR of your own? Because you can do that, you know!
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If I were you I'd get on that right away. Not sure what she's capable of.
Pffttt! She doesn't scare me!
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All caught up, before I missed too much! I hope you had a great time at DL! I can't wait to hear more about the antics at WDW, and I'm dying to hear about the TBSAALTA! The dinner that Bob &Larry hosted at Artist Point is still my all-time favorite PP story, so I know that the TBSAALTA, whatever it was, will be great!
Yeah, I was busy at Disneyland and then spending time with my family, so luckily you're not far behind. Thanks for being patient! Another update is on its way.
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Day Two – Friday, December 2 A FABulous day in Epcot
I was the first one awake (get used to that, folks). It was about 6:15 when I got up. I caught up my notes a little, since we had nothing on the agenda until late morning. Once everyone was ready, we headed to the lounge for brekkie.
The “Old Faithful” tree
I skipped out a little early to go down to the lobby to get a few photos. I heart the WL lobby at Christmas time!
The rest of the CLQ made it downstairs just as I took the final photo. We walked out to the bus stop, where Bob and Larry were waiting for us. When we got to Epcot, Jill was the only one with a bag, so she went through bag check alone. Then she got to try out the new entrance procedure.
We walked to Mt. Epcot to pick up FPs for Soarin’. Then we did the boat ride. I liked their decorations. They were sort of “we did them ourselves!! ” but they brought a smile to my face, so that’s all that matters, right?
We did it ourselves!
I missed seeing the Christmas tree they usually build out of herbs. When I say I missed it, I don’t mean to suggest it wasn’t there, I mean I forgot to look for it until it was too late. When we were done with that (and the like 4th bathroom break of the day ), we headed upstairs and someone spotted this tree (with a huge Venus Fly Trap next to it, which… umm… ).
We did it ourselves?
We went next to see Captain EO. It was Eileen’s first time seeing it ever. I was curious about how someone seeing it for the first time would like it. I love it because it’s awesomely cheesy and reminds me of when I saw multiple times in its first run. Without the nostalgia, would it just be cheesy? Eileen enjoyed it, so I guess not! I bragged to everyone that I used to know how to do the moonwalk, and a few days later, I found out I can still do it!
Next, we went over to my little cottage. I was thrilled to have Eileen with me to tell me the names of all the plants I didn’t recognize.
Eileen requested a visit to O Canada, so we went on in to see it. After that, folks were getting hungry, and I could tell by the gleam in Larry’s eye that he was thinking about Sunshine Seasons. Because we had FPs to use, we decided that’s where we’d eat. It had nothing to do with Larry turning the puppy dog eyes on Karen, honest.
I wasn’t very hungry, so I got a big cookie and some milk as a snack. It was tasty! No wonder Santa likes it so much! Most everyone else had actual food for lunch. Health nuts.
We needed to make a run for it to catch Joyful, the gospel choir. I’d tried for 3 years to see their show, so it was on my very short “must do” list this trip. Some people were still eating, so Karen and I ran ahead and caught them on their first song. I’m so glad I finally caught this show. I thought they were fantastic. So energetic, too!
After the show, we joined the rest of our group and decided to wander around WS. Eileen’s knee was bothering her, so she decided to take the boat over and meet us on the other side in time for a show. Larry decided to join her, so the two of them went off together. This happened often. Just sayin’.
The rest of the group headed left and started in Mexico. We happened upon the Three Kings telling their tale.
Then we went inside for the Gran Fiesta Tour. It tickles me that now people on the boards associate Donald Duck’s naughty bits with Eileen. Well, Donald covering his naughty bits, but it’s funnier the way I said it.
Incidentally, that photo’s not what I was talking about. It’s tough to get a photo of Donald covering his junk. After that, Jill and Karen needed a drink. I was saving myself for something in France.
Karen and Jill got their margaritas and enjoyed them while watching the mariachi band, which just happens to be one of my very favorite WS acts.
I was sure I got a photo of Jill with the mariachi band and her margarita, but now I realize I took it with Jill’s camera, so look for it in her TR!
We did a bit of shopping in Germany.
I spotted the caramel apple candies folks seemed to like so much from MNSSHP.
Then I had to check in on the miniature Germans celebrating their miniature Christmas.
We got to Italy in time to see La Befana. You’d think Karen planned things out or something.
There were some cute kids in attendance. In fact, we encountered lots and lots of cute kids. This is a popular travel time for young families apparently.
We went over and looked at the gingerbread house in the Liberty Inn. I was happy to see it no longer looks like random people came and stuck their gum to the inside of the walls! I may have tried to steal a sample, but I’m sure there’s no evidence, so I can deny it.
I love Rudolph’s Rolo nose
It was almost time for the Voices of Liberty. I’m not sure I’ve mentioned this before, but I lurve the VOL! We went inside to get seats.
Then a CM came in and announced that the Fife & Drum Corps were outside posing for photos, so I went to take one.
They didn’t say “cheese” so I don’t think they knew they were supposed to be posing
Then back inside for the VOL holiday show! Yay!
We went to Impressions de France next, but we were about a minute late for the show. So we went and got some Grand Marnier slushes to suck down in the 17 minutes until the next show. I don’t mean to brag or anything, but I didn’t even get brain freeze. Nor did I need a straw, like some other amateurs in the group. There was one straw that Karen was trying to make sure everyone used.
We saw the next showing of Impressions de France, and that completed our day at Epcot. We walked out the IG and over to the BC. When the gang decided to take the path with the hill, I veered off to take the other path. No hills, but more spiders. Luckily, Karen came with me to protect me from any creepy crawlies.
We popped into the lobby to see the gingerbread carousel. Man, it smells good in there!
We were running a bit late for our 1900 Park Fare ADR, so we decided to get a cab over to the GF.
Up Next: Smiling with every one of your teeth
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If I were you I'd get on that right away. Not sure what she's capable of. 
) well this was just oh so much better.
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I love to watch the deaf interpreters. They are so expressive - just beautiful!
At least in December! And give those kitties an extra stroke from me since I'm responsible for scaring them.
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Eileen enjoyed it, so I guess not! 
honest. 
Most everyone else had actual food for lunch. Health nuts. 
Well, Donald covering his naughty bits, but it’s funnier the way I said it. 
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