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The story you wrote for Stefanie brought tears to my eyes! Do you do all of your scrapbook journaling in 3rd person? I seem to fluctuate back and forth between first person and third person, though I try to be consistent throughout an entire scrapbook.
The Lego store looks really cool! Love the pics of Stefanie with Buzz. We rarely make time for DtD, but my boys would love that. We'll have to try to check it out in December.
Sorry about the meltdown -- it happens to the best of us! -- but glad that she came around before you got back to the hotel. When I did online check-in for POR in February, I could have sworn that "close to transportation" was an option, as that was our desire and we did end up with a room just a few steps from one of the bus stops there.
Truthfully, I hardly every journal in my scrapbooks. I will copy my TR to put in with it, and that is it. I wrote in 3rd person as my intent was to create a kid's story.
We have had the "close to transportation" as an option for BC and CBR, but it was NOT available for Kidani Village. I'm sure because everyone would request it and there are truly only a few rooms that are close to transportation.
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All caught up again! finally!
How awesome that you were able to be part of the parade. And how doubly awesome that you found it on YOUTUBE!
Great tr. Loving it. Can't wait for more.
KIM
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Wow..I was something like 15 pages behind. Sounds like your AK day was truely magical. How awesome to be in the parade and all your animal shots on the safari were wonderful.
Love all the new lego displays. They aer really cool. And sorry about the meltdown...but we all seem to have them every once in a while. In fact my DD (17) had one on Saturday night. It included the "angry eyes" from Toy Story, our little inside joke about her evil, pissed at the world stares. She too, sat away from us as well. Ahhh kids, what would you do without them?!!
Don't you just love Joanns?! We have a really crappy one where I live, but about 40 mins up the road they have a new one that is loaded with Scrapbook items, and they have been on sale for 40% off for a few weeks now. I have to go up to DC tomorrow to take my DD for her endo appt and will try and stop by there. I love when scrapbook items are on sale. My kids...not so much. I wanted to stop at Michaels yesterday, but my DS advised he would set the place on fire if I did. Guess he doesn't like the place.
I love JoAnn's and Stefanie and I have been so excited ever since we learned that one was coming here.
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I am more amazed everytime I see pics of what some people with way too much time on their hands can do with a simple childs toy Got to get me some of those Lego's
Sorry that Stephanie had a Saddlecrap episode fortunately it didn' last too long
Definitely a saddlecrap episode, but it was short lived. Like it when the storm blows over quickly!
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My 5 year old is always doing things like this! It's usually because someone has a hidden (or not-so-hidden) Mickey somewhere, but I can only imagine how it can be percieved sometimes! I do try to affirm what she's talking about loud enough (and with a smile) so that they know it's harmless!
I'm with Stefanie on the shopping...I probably act the same way when we leave DTD, atleast on the inside!
Great update!
These were two adults who were staring. The mother was at least my age, but probably older and the daughter was in her 20s at least. Just a bit off putting!
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That was a wonderful story for Stefanie!
Shopping day is my favorite day!!! Sorry Stefanie had a meltdown, but glad it didn't last long.
Me, too!
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Love your giraffe gifts from Ann! She's so sweet. And that really was a wonderful day. Your DTD time sounded great too, except for Stef's meltdown. Glad she quickly got over it! I can't wait for the shopping photos. I need a little retail therapy, and your pictures will give me a fix.
What a great stpry and a wondeful experience for you!
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Cute story for your scrapbook!
I love the new displays at the LEGO store. I have the same Harry Potter magnet set. Can't wait to see pictures of the rest of your purchases. Sorry Stefanie had a meltdown, but at least she wasn't mad at you for too long.
Did you know the characters will safely come of the magnets and go back on as they are held on with another magnet. I didn't realize this until Luke was showing someone else his Toy Story magnets.
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What a wonderful story for your scrapbook! You could write a children's book!
I've actually thought about writing a kid's book!
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Just getting caught up again Cam! Such wonderful pictures from AK! Love the character pictures and the parade ones as well! And what a great story for the scrapbook!
Oh my gosh, Cam... I was on vacation and had lots of catching up to do! What a magical day at AK, especially the parade! Your story brought a tear to my eye, as I can feel what an incredibly special moment that was for your family. It truly exemplifies what Disney is all about and why we go back year after year.
I also couldn't help but smile at Stefanie's pouty face... we've seen quite a few of those in our household! Stefanie is just so adorable, even when she's mad!
Oh my gosh, Cam... I was on vacation and had lots of catching up to do! What a magical day at AK, especially the parade! Your story brought a tear to my eye, as I can feel what an incredibly special moment that was for your family. It truly exemplifies what Disney is all about and why we go back year after year.
I also couldn't help but smile at Stefanie's pouty face... we've seen quite a few of those in our household! Stefanie is just so adorable, even when she's mad!
Can't wait to read more!
It was the most magical day from start to finish! Stefanie is always cute as least to me!
Up Next: What do we think of our new room? And a dinner with our 100 Acres Woods friends!
June 10 Part 2
We found our room almost at the very end of the resort, #7260. Luke called Bell Services to bring our luggage as we had no idea when we’d return to the resort as Magic Kingdom had evening Extra Magic Hours until 3 AM. Waiting for our luggage seemed to take forever, but finally it found its way back to us.
Master Bath
Master Bedroom
Tour Truck on the Savannah outside our balcony
Second bathroom
View from front door
Living Room, aka Stefanie’s bedroom
Luke already getting comfy!
Kitchen
Hidden Mickey
Dining Area
We were at the bus stop by 5:00, but a bus to MK was just leaving, so we had about a 25 minute wait for the next one. When we arrived at MK, we were 45 minutes late for our ADR, so I was very thankful when the CM still registered us and within 10 – 15 minutes our pager went off and were lead inside.
Our server Pat was low on enthusiasm and reminded me of Tommy Lee Jones in looks. As we were seated, Pooh had just passed our table, but was brought back to meet Stefanie.
Then Luke filled his plate while Stefanie and I waited for Tigger who was just a few tables away. Luke got back just in time! Tigger is his favorite.
Stefanie and I went next to fill our plates. She chose macaroni and cheese, rice, and rotisserie chicken while I got Mediterranean salad, red potato salad, and Southwest chicken salad. Of course, as bread lovers, we both picked up rolls.
Back at the table Piglet arrived followed by Eeyore.
And then surprising me was Lorraine (lorraine515). She sat and talked with us for a while and we caught up on each other’s families. She is now a Cast Member in Tomorrowland, and had gotten off early, and then gone in search of us. So cool to finally meet her! When she left, she told me she’d see us again for the Wishes Meet.
Several of the characters came back a second time. But the most memorable was Pooh snubbing me because he and Stefanie loved each other. Stefanie told him to be nice to me, so I finally got a big ‘ole bear hug.
So I only spotted one "hidden Cam" in your room pictures!
LOVED the little proverb card from Ghana in your room!
And dinner looked like a big success - at least after Pooh finally gave in to give you a hug!
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Well that does it! I really want to stay in a 1 bedroom villa at AKLV!! I have never stayed in anything but a studio. That 1 bedroom villa is beautiful!!!!!!
I love all of the sweet pictures of Stefanie and the Pooh and friends characters!!
It was nice of Pooh to share a hug with you as well!
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about the meltdown...glad it was short lived! 
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Such wonderful pictures from AK! Love the character pictures and the parade ones as well! 
And what a great story for the scrapbook! 
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