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Those safari photos put mine to shame!!! Was he using a special lens? That giraffe picture turned out great!
Sharpies again??? How weird would it be for me to whip out a pack of Crayola washable markers the next time we go? Do you think I'd get a few stares? Anyway, the massage sounded great, maybe that's what I needed too on this past trip. I haven't had one in so long that maybe it's time to treat myself.
Sounds like it was a wonderful morning. Much better than the other day. A quiet morning and a massage are so heavenly when you've got little kids. A nice momentary escape from the insanity.
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That massage sounded great, just what you needed! I hate that Disney uses those Sharpies too, but I think they are a sponsor (of atleast the Kidcot stations) unfortunately. Maybe we can petition them to get Crayola to be a sponsor, wouldn't it be nice to have those washable markers instead??
Well this morning sounded MUCH better! I have never had a massage before, and it sounds wonderful.
I love going to DtD for Earl and shopping, it sounds like you guys had a good time.
It was a much better morning indeed! It was my first massage and I was a bit apprehensive, but I wouldn't hesitate next time.
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Sounds like a much better day, so far! Aren't massages the best?? I want one so bad, the last one I got was almost 9 years ago.
Can't wait to hear about 50's PTC, it's on the list for next trip. DH actually agreed to skip Sci Fi to give it a try.
It was awesome!
No Sci-Fi!? The horror! I'm sure you'll enjoy 50s just as much. I don't think we can ever go to Disney and not eat at Sci-Fi though. It's our one must do.
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Great update sounds like a relaxing day so far. I love PTC and was so bummed we missed it this trip So I can't wait to hear how you liked it.
Coming up next! So you won't have to wait long.
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Now, THAT's the way to start the day... a nice, relaxing, quiet massage. The rest of the day so far sounds wonderful. Kevin got some amazing photos on the safari! That giraffe close-up is fantastic, and he even got the new baby mandrill, who is very hard to spot.
After reading someone else's TR and you commenting about the baby mandrill I knew you'd like that picture.
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Great pics from the sunrise safari! Looks like they all had a great time! And glad you had a great time at DTD! More please!
It was a much better morning for everyone.
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Blec on the rain for DHS.
How nice you got to sleep in! The pictures are amazing. Nothing like that early morning sunlight. Looks like the animals were active. Do you have pictures to share of your AK themed bedroom?? Would love to see!
Was that your first time at EoS? It is very good, isn't it? What did you order?
I'll have to see about taking some pics of our bedroom. Basically we have dark furniture, a giraffe print duvet, giraffe pictures that I got at AK a few years ago (they're made from banana leaves I believe). Do you notice a theme here?
And it was our first time eating at EoS. ANd it was delicious! I think I had the club but I'm not positive. I stayed outside with the boys and let others handle the ordering.
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GREAT safari pics! So glad today started out with a massage for you - you EARNED every minute of bliss!!
Aw thanks so much!
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First of all, you know I that giraffe picture, too. I bet it looks terrific in your AK room! Just precious! Glad the massage was so good, too. I've never had one, but I'm always tempted to when we stay at WDW. Great pictures at DTD!
I knew you'd love that giraffe picture Cam!
You should try one out. I got a DVC discount for it too!
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This is sounding like a pretty perfect day
So glad the massage went well. Bad thing now is you are always going to want one......well wait, that's not really a bad thing as I see it!!
I love kicking around Downtown Disney, I think just really because I LOVE EoS!! But I really do need to explore more of the shops. I have never been in Once Upon a Toy. Must fix that this Sept!
I'm gonna have to remember about using the AAA for discounts there. Good info
EoS also has a AAA discount if I'm not mistaken as does World of Disney. I just wish you could combine them all.
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And what is up with the Sharpies anyway??? That is kinda nuts to me too.
I have no idea! It's a good thing Dylan is a little older and he's pretty serious when it comes to coloring.
Great safari pics! I love the close up picture of the giraffe!
Thanks! It's my favorite too!
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Just catching up, Kelly. Sorry you were kind of stressed out, but hopefully, the massage helped out a lot!
It did help. I felt much better the next few days. Or I didn't let things bother me as much.
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Those safari photos put mine to shame!!! Was he using a special lens? That giraffe picture turned out great!
Sharpies again??? How weird would it be for me to whip out a pack of Crayola washable markers the next time we go? Do you think I'd get a few stares? Anyway, the massage sounded great, maybe that's what I needed too on this past trip. I haven't had one in so long that maybe it's time to treat myself.
I'm pretty sure he did take a different lens for the safari. He didn't have a little one to worry about either plus the animal are pretty active in the morning when they're first released.
You're more likely to get a 'great idea' on those markers.
Treat yourself Melissa! You deserve it. Get one on next trip. Like I told Cam I got a DVC discount too.
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Sounds like it was a wonderful morning. Much better than the other day. A quiet morning and a massage are so heavenly when you've got little kids. A nice momentary escape from the insanity.
Exactly!
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Stunning photos from your safari!
Thanks Cheryl! That's saying something coming from you!
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Sounds like a great morning!
It definitely was.
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Originally Posted by JKnott17
That massage sounded great, just what you needed! I hate that Disney uses those Sharpies too, but I think they are a sponsor (of atleast the Kidcot stations) unfortunately. Maybe we can petition them to get Crayola to be a sponsor, wouldn't it be nice to have those washable markers instead??
Sponsorship would explain it.
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The safari pics were great! Sounds like the day started pretty good.
It was a great start to the day.
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The crew got some great pictures from the safari!! Glad you had a great morning. I can't think of a better way to start the day then with a massage!!
We met up with everyone outside 50s Prime Time Café. Apparently Lukas had spit up on Kevin on the bus ride over and had gotten it on both of their shirts. Good thing I had an extra pair of clothes with me. I changed Lukas’ shirt and then checked in for our ADR. Meanwhile Kevin went to a gift shop as he couldn’t handle the smell especially since we’d be eating shortly. I kept smelling it on Lukas and ended up finding some on his shorts so I pulled the clean pair of those out and changed them as well.
Before the spit up happened.
I think Kevin smells it.
Soon we were seated. I think we were in the front room on the right – like you could look out the front window and see the park. We had a fantastic waiter, Joey. He was from Tennessee and really accentuated his accent. My FiL’s family is from TN so he played it up too. I’m not sure what everyone had but I know I had the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and greens. Mike had meatloaf. The boys ate off our plates. OMG! Best fried chicken ever! And I love fried chicken so this is definitely saying something. The boys loved that meatloaf too! I didn’t try it. I hate meatloaf. Meatloaf, beatloaf, I hate meatloaf. Anyway. I think when our drinks came Joey just threw the straws at us and Dylan at one point just started throwing them on the ground. Dylan kept telling our waiter he was silly too. Then Dylan was up from his seat (we were seated at 2 tables) and went up to Joey and took every single straw out of his apron pocket and threw them on the ground. Laughing the entire time. So of course he had to clean them up. But Joey told him if he did then he’d get a surprise. Also, I ordered the s’mores for dessert. AMAXING! I love nothing better than a toasted marshmallow. This was awesome and the marshmallows were perfect. (Not like LeCellier where they’re s’mores are just marshmallows on a stick. L) So Dylan cleaned up the straws and then he was given a light up Buzz Lightyear (the ones that come on the cups). Joey was fantastic, the food was scrumptious. We will definitely return to 50s PTC!
Dylan cleaning up his mess.
Of course it was raining pretty hard when we left. So we donned our ponchos, rain coats, and covered the stroller and moved on a little. My family wanted a funnel cake for dessert so they got one near Indiana Jones and huddled under an umbrella to eat it. We saw Little Mermaid next. We waited through several shows but there wasn’t much else to do in the rain anyway. Lukas again LOVED this show. Pointing and laughing. He just was so happy to see it.
Most of us were ready to get out of the rain and head back. Mike and his parents took Dylan to see Sorcerer Mickey, but it was already closed so they did Star Tours instead and then headed home. The second the rest of us got back and put the key in the door the fire alarm sounded. I should mention I was carrying a sleeping Lukas at this point. The kid didn’t even flinch at those sirens. We had to evacuate the building – they came around to make sure you did. So we head to the right of our door and down the staircase in the back. It led us right outside the big glass doors at the back of the resort. It was still raining so we ducked around the cover in this maintenance alcove and waited it out. My arms were burning from holding the dead weight sleeping 1 year old. Finally we were given the go ahead that all was clear and we could go back in. So we went up those stairs we came down only to find we couldn’t get back in. I really didn’t want to carry Lukas all over creation. I think someone in our party finally just went down and around up the elevator to let us in. We did try knocking/banging on the window but no one could hear us. We later received a message that a child had triggered the alarm and they were handling the situation.
I packed some more things up and then headed to bed at 10:15pm.
Tonight’s phrase: ”Even the night has ears.” -African proverb
Up next…Mike & I go from Marceline to Magic Kingdom
You win "Mommy of the year" for not only having extra clothes with you............but extra shoes too!!!
50's PTC seemed like an excellent time. I have to add that one back onto our list I think. Meatloaf......whatcha you afriad of girl?? I promise you would LOVE mine. Come over, I'll make it for ya
Sorry about the rain and hello......firedrill?? Geez I'd say AKLV is pretty safe since now you have witnessed a lifeguard drill AND firedrill!! But I am sorry about you having to carry Lukas all that time...........I know that's no fun.
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Anyway, the massage sounded great, maybe that's what I needed too on this past trip. I haven't had one in so long that maybe it's time to treat myself.
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I'm sure you'll enjoy 50s just as much. I don't think we can ever go to Disney and not eat at Sci-Fi though. It's our one must do.
that giraffe picture, too. I bet it looks terrific in your AK room! 
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