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Darn rain! That really stinks the parade was cancelled. Looks like you guys had a yummy lunch at Sci Fi. We have lunch there every trip and next time I am going to try the Spinach and Artichoke dip.
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I'm all caught up again. That stinks that the parade was cancelled. But it looks like you guys had lots of fun anyway. Can't wait to read more.
We still managed to have some fun.
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Such a shame about the parade. So cute that both boys eventually ended up in the back seat with Shelley and Stephanie. Can't wait to find out about that conversation!
I hope Shelley informs us all soon on that conversation.
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I am all caught up again. The boys haircuts are super cute! Sorry about the parade getting rained out. Remind me not to go to DHS on the days you plan on being there!
I'll have to look at the schedule and let you know what it us.
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Darn rain! That really stinks the parade was cancelled. Looks like you guys had a yummy lunch at Sci Fi. We have lunch there every trip and next time I am going to try the Spinach and Artichoke dip.
Finally all caught up. Between finding the time to type my TR up, actually getting work done at the office, and trying to read everyone else's reports, I somehow fell way behind. Anyway, sorry about the parade being cancelled. That really stinks, but at least they got to keep the autographed pictures...score! And the issues with your insulin pump really stinks too. Both my SIL's mother and sister have diabetes and they're on pumps. I know by watching them what a pain the pumps can be, but at the same time such a blessing. At least you were able to get a nap in there at the end.
Finally all caught up. Between finding the time to type my TR up, actually getting work done at the office, and trying to read everyone else's reports, I somehow fell way behind. Anyway, sorry about the parade being cancelled. That really stinks, but at least they got to keep the autographed pictures...score! And the issues with your insulin pump really stinks too. Both my SIL's mother and sister have diabetes and they're on pumps. I know by watching them what a pain the pumps can be, but at the same time such a blessing. At least you were able to get a nap in there at the end.
I'm in the same boat! And now I've started the PTR too - I'm crazy!
Yes the pump can be a pain, but overall has helped so much too.
Soooo far behind!! But I'm catching up. 6 pages to go (Then I have to tackle Melissa's report!!)
First of all, loved Skype-ing with you all too!! Definitely going to be a habit
Yes! I've sat in the last row on KS and bounced and laughed hysterically through the entire ride! You had some amazing giraffe interaction and they are my absolute fave!
Love the balloon picture with you all in the 'back' of the ToL.
I really want to try to see the Nemo show this trip, we never have.
And I really like the scarf you bought for yoursel. I do love a scarf
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Okay, all caught up
Boooo that the parade got cancelled because of rain. But at least Disney gave a consolation prize
I didn't realize that the droids you build fron the droid factory are so little. Don't know why I thought they'd be bigger. But, the boys are still looking forward to making their own this trip.
We haven't been to H&V since 2008, but we enjoyed it then.
Cool that you got the cowboy scene on GMR. I can't even remember the last time I had that scene.
We have Sci-Fi booked for this November. It's our, maybe-we'll-keep-it-maybe-we-won't ADR. But, after looking at your pics and hearing others talk about it, I'm leaning toward keep it
I love your day at DHS! The loot is awesome, the food was great, and even the promise of being in the parade - way cool
And it's not over yet!
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Soooo far behind!! But I'm catching up. 6 pages to go (Then I have to tackle Melissa's report!!)
First of all, loved Skype-ing with you all too!! Definitely going to be a habit
Yes! I've sat in the last row on KS and bounced and laughed hysterically through the entire ride! You had some amazing giraffe interaction and they are my absolute fave!
Love the balloon picture with you all in the 'back' of the ToL.
I really want to try to see the Nemo show this trip, we never have.
And I really like the scarf you bought for yoursel. I do love a scarf
We need to set a date for another Skype (or Google+) night.
See the Nemo show! it! It's almost becoming a must on our trips to AK.
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Sorry it rained on your parade Lunch at Sci-Fi looked really good!!
Sci-fi ia always a good time.
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What a great time at DHS, up until the parade was cancelled! Love your pictures!
The rain really put a damper on things, but oh well!
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Okay, all caught up
Boooo that the parade got cancelled because of rain. But at least Disney gave a consolation prize
I didn't realize that the droids you build fron the droid factory are so little. Don't know why I thought they'd be bigger. But, the boys are still looking forward to making their own this trip.
We haven't been to H&V since 2008, but we enjoyed it then.
Cool that you got the cowboy scene on GMR. I can't even remember the last time I had that scene.
We have Sci-Fi booked for this November. It's our, maybe-we'll-keep-it-maybe-we-won't ADR. But, after looking at your pics and hearing others talk about it, I'm leaning toward keep it
Mike is excited to make another so he can get Mickey ears or an Indiana Jones hat this time.
And I hope you keep Sci-Fi - you should at least TRY it.
While Lukas & I were back at AKL taking our naps, Mike & Dylan were having fun soaking up the SW fun! They rode Star Tours and then it was time for Mike’s reservation to get Carbonized at 4:30pm. I did leave the camera with Mike, but he didn’t think to take pictures of the inside where they do this. He said it was just like what you see in the movie though, so that’s pretty cool. They take multiple photos of your face from all sorts of angles and you make multiple facial expressions to and then you pick from 4 different ones at the end. Mike said he let Dylan pick what face to use. Along with the figure Mike would be getting in a few weeks (they said 3-4, but I think it took more like 6-7 as we just got it last week) he also got a rubber bracelet that lit up which all the boys ended up playing with at some point throughout the rest of the trip. I forgot to take pictures of it, so I’ll have to do that later, but here is Mike in carbonite:
Size reference
side view
back
I like that the date is stamped on it.
After the Carbonize Me experience it was time for the boys to meet Jake Lloyd at 5:05pm. The autograph location was in the same place we were told that the parade had been cancelled, so at least they left on a happy note from here. Mike & Dylan got to meet him at the same time so that was nice. I think Dylan asked him why he wasn’t “the kid” anymore. See, Dylan refers to the young Anakin in the movie as “the kid” and is one of his favorite SW characters currently. Mike said he was really nice too, so that’s always good to hear.
Here you can see what he looked like in the movie. That's him on the poster in the background on the right.
After meeting Jake Lloyd they were off to see what other characters they could find. And they found some! I know they tried to trade with the Jawas, but just didn’t get to it. Maybe next time.
What fun Dylan and Mike had! I can't really believe how big Dylan's getting-- that he's even able to do and understand all that he's doing with his dad. Great memories for Mike. The "Carbonize Me" thingy is very cool. Who took all the photos of Dylan and Mike with Jake Lloyd? Are they photopass?
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And the issues with your insulin pump really stinks too. Both my SIL's mother and sister have diabetes and they're on pumps. I know by watching them what a pain the pumps can be, but at the same time such a blessing. At least you were able to get a nap in there at the end. 
Lunch at Sci-Fi looked really good!!
it! It's almost becoming a must on our trips to AK.
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