Jenny Sanders
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- Jun 8, 2007
So sorry to hear about your leg Melissa. Here's to a speedy recovery...
Real Life Update:
We hope everybody had a Happy Halloween. We had a great time trick or treating with the kids. Marshall was a Fire Truck (not a fireman, since he really wanted to be a TRUCK, and we found a costume at TJ Maxx) and Allie was a pirate. After we got home and got Allie to bed Melissa and I were making lunches in the kitchen when she tripped over our dog Shelby on her way to the fridge. She didn't want to step on her, and instead came down sideways on her ankle, which broke both bones in her lower leg.
Hopefully I will have enough recovery time be good for Disney next year, but if not I could always get a scooter. In the mean time we are taking one day at a time.
too funny!
How were the hush puppies? My daughter loves hush puppies but only very bland ones. No spice for her.My favorites were the shrimp and the hush puppies.
I love this! Much better to get a smiling boy in crocs than a grumpy boy in "fancy" shoes!
The problem is she'd just fall asleep in the middle of each sentence...So sorry to read about your leg! I hope you heal quickly...although I for one would be very amused by a section written while on the good stuff, lol.
It worked like a beret, and was really easy and stayed in. They are a super simple way to get crazy hair.Was it easy to clip in and did it stay in place?
Grandma and Grandpa were waiting for us when we got off the train, but hadn't been there long.Curious - who arrived first?
Thanks! We still love reliving the trip too, and will fit in time to write the report however we have to. Next year's trip is Melissa's goal, and she wants to be able to walk normally for it. That will get her through the recovery.Still enjoying your TR! That cabin would be a dream come true for me. I love WL. So sorry about your injury. We never know what each day will bring our way. What better motivation to heal than a Disney trip on the horizon!
That was the number one thing I looked forward to with the cabin, and it didn't disappoint. We really wanted that location for that reason. I love sunrise over Bay Lake, and we had our own front row view.I love your misty morning picture from the cabin. That is a great view and better than most views from the main buildings.
Yeah, they do put the cushions under the covered area overnight, which makes the morning seating a little less nice, but overall it is worth it.It looks like the CM's take the cushions off the furniture at Geyser Point. I was surprised to see that they replaced the tables and chairs outside of Geyser Point with nice couches and chairs. It has made the restaurant an even better place to be than it was before.
It was a brilliant idea. It is the best ride wait anywhere.Having the air conditioned play area for Dumbo is one of the smartest moves Disney made when rebuilding that section of MK. Kids never want to leave it.
Yep, it was fun to have the Dumbo positioned for the different shot.That's a neat shot. Were you in the Dumbo car above them when you took the picture?
Our kids love them, and it just seems it is always hot when we are at that one in particular. We carry spare clothes, so it was great to let him play. I wasn't sure how long it would take, but he finally decided he was done and was much calmer afterward.The water play areas are so much fun for kids. It always makes me smile to see them playing in them. It was nice that it was hot enough for Marshal to get as soaking wet as he wanted. You must have planned ahead with dry clothes for him.
Unfortunately they blamed it on computer system issues, but it got worse before the trip was over. It wound up being resolved after the trip, but we'll get to that later.Did they ever figure out why they couldn't charge to the cabin?
We got him a pair last year and they lasted almost all year. They are pretty flexible on size, and he absolutely loves them. We didn't know that he would wear them exclusively, but they sure are cute.Those are very cute crocs. I hope he doesn't outgrow them too fast.
It was sweet, and she made a practice of collecting stickers to give out. SHe truly enjoyed it and did it the entire rest of the trip.That was really nice of Allie to pass on the magic to other kids.
Thanks. We finally have a date for surgery on this coming Thursday night, then we can move on with the recovery process and countdown to Disney 2019.So sorry to hear about your leg Melissa. Here's to a speedy recovery...
Thanks so much, we love sharing it. SHe's down to just Tylenol for pain now, and after they put the screws and plates in on Thursday she can focus on getting better.I’m loving your trip report. I’m so sorry you broke your leg. Hope you are feeling better.
That is awesome. I am glad to hear recovery went so well. I'm not looking to be able to tumble, but I want to be able to stand and walk for Disney. Thanks for the great outlook.Sorry about your ankle! I just wanted to say that the same thing just happened to my daughters best friend. She is a flyer (girl on top of the pyramid) for cheer. She fell in July during cheer and came down sideways on her ankle breaking both leg bones. About 4 weeks ago she was cleared by her doctor and has been competing in cheer again doing tumbling and everything. Good luck for a speedy recovery!
They were great, and definitely not very spicy. I'd stop by and give them a shot.How were the hush puppies? My daughter loves hush puppies but only very bland ones. No spice for her.
Absolutely! Melissa's sister was great about it too and felt the same way. All the guests loved that he was happy and wearing what he wanted. Side note: he still has not worn any other shoes since then.I love this! Much better to get a smiling boy in crocs than a grumpy boy in "fancy" shoes!
It worked like a beret, and was really easy and stayed in. They are a super simple way to get crazy hair.
Grandma and Grandpa were waiting for us when we got off the train, but hadn't been there long.
We didn't know that he would wear them exclusively, but they sure are cute.
We finally have a date for surgery on this coming Thursday night, then we can move on with the recovery process and countdown to Disney 2019.
The front desk recommended that they use credit cards to pay, and their phones to enter the room, which still worked.
We sent her a message and all met up at the cabin.
Allie wanted to ride Mine Train again so she and Grandpa Jim headed to the Magic Kingdom.
Hum I'm always looking for the perfect Cin roll recipe do you mind sharing?We changed Marsh into dry clothes so we went over to Gaston’s for cinnamon rolls. They are delicious but not as good as my homemade ones.
That's so cute
How sweetThe Cast Member at the check out gave Allie a bunch of stickers, which she decided to give to other kids during the rest of the trip.
AND that's bad why??? I love crazy ppl.I hope we were everything she thought we were. Lol. I think sometimes we are crazier in person.
On my bucket list.we went to the Top of The World Lounge at Bay Lake Tower. Jon and Brandy had headed over there after dinner and we wanted to catch the fireworks from there.
This photo is amazing it looks photo shopped
You can find so much stuff on Amazon. Here's the one we got:Thanks - I'm going to look into getting some.
Yeah, with the stops and time waiting for a train it isn't a timesaver but the kids love it and at that point in the trip it's nice not to have to walk as much.I suspected the train didn't save much time - just a great ride and saves the feet a bit. Good to know that if wanting to get somewhere quickly....walk.
Yeah, you gotta have something to make the pictures look interesting.I think every kid has their 'thing'. I remember one of mine was a pair of boots with a rubber wedge (tiny) heel when I was about 10....circa early 80's.
Thanks so much. We're looking forward to moving on with healing.I will be thinking positive thoughts for you.
Yeah, this was getting ridiculous, the room charging was bad, but when they had no easy way to get into the room it was much worse. Next up: park admission...I would not be happy! I know....technology has spoiled me.
It really is neat to meet people you've communicated with so much and ave the love of Disney in common with for the first time.Fun! Meeting dis friends is great.
It is one of our favorite parts of Fort Wilderness. With the new hotel construction though you might want to hurry. I suspect this barn will be relocated, but hopefully to another public area.Thanks for sharing - I don't think I've seen photos of this area before. This would be worth a trek over to see.
Yeh, everyone loved it.It's great that she got some one on one time with the grandparents.
Thanks so much, we love taking and sharing them.Your pictures are stunning.....too many to multi-quote. Love them.
http://www.magicalrecipes.net/main-street-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-recipe/ This is the recipe I use, I use a glass 9x13 and pack the rolls in really tight then cover with plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge overnight, putting them in the oven in the morning. It makes for a gooeyer roll. They are so so so so delicious. I know it says it's a copycat recipe but I think they're better, especially when you let them rest overnight.Hum I'm always looking for the perfect Cin roll recipe do you mind sharing?
Oh good, no wonder you like following this...AND that's bad why??? I love crazy ppl.
It is a neat view, and they aren't as restrictive about it as they say they can be. They didn't check each person for staying onsite at a DVC resort, just one person from the party. It might be worse at a more crowded time.On my bucket list.
Thanks, the sky was amazing during that sunset.This photo is amazing it looks photo shopped
Instead of where they are from, they put their breed on them. Willie is a Percheron.Wow, even the horses have CM name badges. Couldn't quite read it though, where did Willie the Horse's nametag say he is from?
That's crazy! We always are explaining that our name is castle with a K, but by then they have already written the c... It's cool to find someone with that close of a match to a unique last name.Totally did a double check when I saw your note from the Wilderness Lodge. Our last name is Kastl! Made me laugh. The cabins are beautiful! So jealous.
Thank You I just might have to try these out for Christmas morninghttp://www.magicalrecipes.net/main-street-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-recipe/ This is the recipe I use, I use a glass 9x13 and pack the rolls in really tight then cover with plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge overnight, putting them in the oven in the morning. It makes for a gooeyer roll. They are so so so so delicious. I know it says it's a copycat recipe but I think they're better, especially when you let them rest overnight.
It's a good thing that the phone app worked for them since it is a bit of a walk from your cabin to the main desk. I had to use the room key app on my cell phone when I forgot my MB and was glad to have that new feature. But it does take a lot longer to get into the room via the app than it is to use a MB.The front desk recommended that they use credit cards to pay, and their phones to enter the room, which still worked.
The entire cabin is gorgeous but the master bedroom and bathroom were especially impressive. The master bedroom is huge. Allie showed me how the TV in the master bathroom mirror worked. It was really a nice bathroom. Too bad they skimped on the second bedroom, which was small and cramped.We took advantage of a little down time to hang out at the cabin and take some more pics.
We had planned ahead to meet you that day but weren't sure when you would be back in your room. We finally received your text about 30 minutes after you sent it. The time delay when trying to meet up via text was frustrating, so I decided to call you to arrange our meeting. It was really nice to finally meet your family after following your trip reports since Allie was going on three years old. We both enjoyed seeing the cabin, too. It is even more beautiful in person. Thanks for the tour of the cabin.While we were at the room we arranged to meet up with WoodNymph, one of our longest term TR followers. Her and her husband shifted their trip by a couple of weeks at the last minute, and wound up there at the same time as us.
We sent her a message and all met up at the cabin. It was neat to get to show it to someone else, and to meet them in person after knowing her on the Dis for years.
That was really nice to have the boats sent to pick you up. We only had big boats on this WL trip, a first for us. Usually we mostly have the smaller launches.The boat Captain was able to radio a big boat that was on its way to FW from MK, and got them to stop and pick us up at the CR on their way. This was another first for us, and made the families that were waiting with us on their way to Hoop De Doo happy that they wouldn’t miss the show.
We ate at Trail's End on this trip, too. The food was really good and I love the variety.We had a fantastic dinner. There are so many great things here to eat.
Although I love strawberry shortcake and had some this trip, my absolute favorite is the brownie with soft serve vanilla ice cream.I also love making a brownie with soft serve on it for dessert.
This is a great playground for kids and probably the best one at a Disney resort. They really should build more of them. Kids need to run around and play.After dinner we took the kids outside to the playground, then around to see the horse barn.
It's nice to travel with family and friends so that you have plenty of helpers around.Allie wanted to ride Mine Train again so she and Grandpa Jim headed to the Magic Kingdom.
The DVC lounge looks really nice. That would be a great perk to have. Was it crowded?The view from the table was spectacular, we watched a beautiful sunset.
It really was a nice room. It was by far the biggest hotel room we have ever stayed in, but did have a very comfortable "homey" feel to it. It was very much like staying in someone's house (with a beautiful lakefront location too!)The cabins look so cozy!
That's our tradition. Eating cinnamon rolls and watching the Disney Christmas parade. Mmmmmm.Thank You I just might have to try these out for Christmas morning
Yeah, then phone is a nice extra feature, but shouldn't be instead of MBs at this point. They were just having major IT issues with MBs during the trip.It's a good thing that the phone app worked for them since it is a bit of a walk from your cabin to the main desk. I had to use the room key app on my cell phone when I forgot my MB and was glad to have that new feature. But it does take a lot longer to get into the room via the app than it is to use a MB.
Yeah, it was skewed in favor of the master bath. Having the second bathroom split with completely separate rooms for the toilet and shower made each feel even smaller.The entire cabin is gorgeous but the master bedroom and bathroom were especially impressive. The master bedroom is huge. Allie showed me how the TV in the master bathroom mirror worked. It was really a nice bathroom. Too bad they skimped on the second bedroom, which was small and cramped.
We're glad it all worked out, and we were able to get in touch with you and meet up. Sometimes a simple phone call is the best way to go.We had planned ahead to meet you that day but weren't sure when you would be back in your room. We finally received your text about 30 minutes after you sent it. The time delay when trying to meet up via text was frustrating, so I decided to call you to arrange our meeting. It was really nice to finally meet your family after following your trip reports since Allie was going on three years old. We both enjoyed seeing the cabin, too. It is even more beautiful in person. Thanks for the tour of the cabin.
Yeah, we had never been on a big boat for Blue Flag trips before, but we didn't know about the bigger ones being able to run during lightning conditions that keep the smaller boats from running. It is nice that they keep something running.That was really nice to have the boats sent to pick you up. We only had big boats on this WL trip, a first for us. Usually we mostly have the smaller launches.
My Mom and I love doing that! It makes the best dessert.We ate at Trail's End on this trip, too. The food was really good and I love the variety.
Although I love strawberry shortcake and had some this trip, my absolute favorite is the brownie with soft serve vanilla ice cream.
Yeah, we were sad to see the playground at WL go away, even though the FW one is bigger and better. We sure hope that it is preserved with the upcoming construction in the area. It is neat how kids just love a classic playground, even with all the other theme parks around.This is a great playground for kids and probably the best one at a Disney resort. They really should build more of them. Kids need to run around and play.
Yes, everyone gets their time together, and Allie enjoyed the special trips with just her and Grandparents.It's nice to travel with family and friends so that you have plenty of helpers around.
It wasn't very crowded when we were there, but it definitely fills up during busier times of year. The next night we asked the CM how crowded the night before had been, and we heard they had just over half of the maximum allowable people up there. If it were at capacity, it would definitely feel crowded.The DVC lounge looks really nice. That would be a great perk to have. Was it crowded?
I also stopped by the personalized luggage tag machine in the lobby to make a custom tag for my backpack.
He said their bands showed no ticket media at all, and that we’d have to go to Guest Services.
He also gave Jon and Brandy a 35 dollar gift card for all the trouble. It really pays to be nice when stuff gets challenging.
Exactly, by this point in the trip it wasn’t as huge a deal as it could have been, but we were surprised that the system could get that messed up.That is so crazy that everything got wiped from their magicbands! At least they were able to make up for it and it happened on your last day and not the first!
It was our first time seeing it, and the tags are super cute. They have two sizes and we wound up going back so we’d have both.Is this new(ish)? Super cute - hope it is still there when we return.
Yeah , we were getting a little frustrated, but there wasn’t much more we could do during the trip. We did follow up once we got home and as usual Disney took great care of us and we got a gift card for next year's trip.This is just getting beyond unacceptable.
Too bad Jon and Brandy had such trouble. Nice that it was somewhat fixed and they tried to compensate for the issues. A couple of anytime fast passes for the group would have also been nice for the time everyone lost.
While I actually haven't eaten at Benihana, Melissa, Jon, and Brandy have and they all agree that the theme and setup are very similar to Teppan Edo. Brandy agrees that he's never had any food at Benihana that's as good as the filet at Teppan Edo. Restaurant-wise the major differences are the fact the chefs at Teppan Edo seem to be more authentic Japanese, and the jokes / entertainment are Disney based. We've seen the reviews that say you could skip Teppan Edo and just do Benihana at home, but we definitely disagree.Assuming you've eaten at Benihana - how would you say Teppan Edo compares?