docsoliday1
DIS Dad #834 Cubs, Dolphins fan forever
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Sad thing is, I finally remembered that episode....looked it up online and then it mentions the change of command and the cobwebs cleared
Canadian Buffoon's Exhausted Vacation - Update 09/01 - New TR link!
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Terra Nova guy
DIS Dad #811 Newfoundland, Canada
- Joined
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Hmmm...I may actually ask you for some advice. I am eventually hoping to post more detail over on the Dads thread, but the short story is that I was offered a new position in my company (as opposed to no position which was the other option) - yeah, it's been a rough couple months which is partly why I've had less time these days for the boards.
Anyway, this new position will involve shift work at home, which is something I've never done before. 12 hour shifts for two weeks, then a week off, alternating between night shift and day shift each two week period.
How do you manage night shift when you get home, in terms of sleeping when others are going about their business?
Sounds great. One day I hope to meet up with Doc.
Use the schwartz!
Very cool. I got DD one that does that but it's Harry Potter. It reads "I solemnly swear I am up to no good" when cold and "Mischief managed" when hot. the coating on it is very delicate though and it's really gotten beat up.
Agreed. I can't think of much else that's better.
You need a teenager to do it. They seem pre-programmed for it.
What's that now?
Nope. I totally whispered the bold words just to be different. (OK, not really).
Not seeing you in a tight suit? Em yeah, that may be a good thing.
Too bad. I guess it shows how much chance and fate play into certain experiences.
With cheese in the name, how could you not?
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
That's where I watch it too.
Haven't for a while and would
like to get back into it again.
And I do... but not as much
as I used to.
Still like to go in there, though.
You can borrow stuff for free!
I was really pleased with
my gift.
Just used it a day or two ago.
Oh, sure. Now you tell me!
But I wonder for how
much longer??
Running around 50/50
on that question.
Well, you have a one
in five shot, next update.
I always have fun.
As for the video...
oh well. Saved me $30.
Got it.
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Yep! That's the one.
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Yikes!
Not exactly much of a choice there!
Sorry to hear about the rough months.
Interesting (to me)
that it's from home.
Holy crap!!!
ooooookayyyy...
You've asked a lot, there.
So... guess I'll dive in and hope to answer
your questions and comment best I can.
Maybe others will chime in as well...
First off... I want to preface my comments
by saying two things.
1. There are many different types of shift work,
and I've never worked that particular cycle before.
I've worked similar, but not that similar.
2. Everyone is different. What may work great for
one person, may be the absolute worst for another.
So... I've worked 12 hour shifts. I've done that for two
different types of cycles.
2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off.
3 days, 3 nights, 3 days off.
So no long week of one type, and not two
weeks straight before days off.
I found the shifts to be longer on the 2nd cycle,
because it was that much longer before days off...
and not many days off (we had built in overtime).
On the other hand, I loved the first cycle. Lots of days off.
But... I didn't have to work long to get them, either.
Right now, I do occasionally work 16 hour shifts.
(Although that will change as of Jan 1 as ICAO
(International Civil Aviation Organization) is demanding
sweeping changes to fatigue management in our organization.)
My current cycle is typically 2 evenings, 2 days, 1 night (8 hour shifts),
then 3 days off.
As you get older, it gets harder and harder.
If you stay on your shift work for a length of time
(talking years, here, not weeks or months), you'll find this
to be the case as well. I've never found anyone who's said
otherwise.
Hopefully, you have breaks either scheduled or allowed.
On those night shifts, take them. Take short cat naps.
They help. Don't eat too much, and trust me, the temptation
is strong on a night shift when you're already tired.
Don't expect to be good for much on your first day off.
Possibly even your second. You'll be wiped out and may have
trouble sleeping at a regular time.
As for sleeping with others around...
You have to have help from your family. Have a discussion
with them. I didn't have to since my family grew up with me
as a shift worker. DW trained the kids when they were little.
Make sure they know when Dad's working nights and that
quiet is not only important, but imperative.
You want to vacuum? It can wait. Want to have a blender smoothie for breakfast? Better get up and make it before Dad gets to sleep. No loud music or TV.
If you have a phone in your room, mute it or take it out. Make sure your room is dark. And I mean dark. Thick curtains on the windows. Doors closed. (Which also helps with noise.) You might want to look into a white noise generator. I don't use one myself, it gives me a
headache, but I know others like it.
It will feel weird (maybe), but take naps. Take a nap either in the afternoon or early evening before your first night shift. It'll help. Don't worry about subsequent nights... you'll sleep.
Hope that answers some of your questions. Have any more, fire away.
You can't avoid him. He meets everyone!
I like that idea for a mug.
I take care of mine. It's not
allowed in the dishwasher.
"You want me to **** one leg,
glue my hand to my waist and
purse my lips like a duck?"
Close enough.
Use the schwartz!
Still had fun... just not as
much fun as the other two.
Seeing that hammerhead
up close was both scary...
but pretty cool.
Right????
juniorbugman
<font color=blue>New car vs another cruise?? THAT
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Yes I have been paying attention but sometimes I miss the little things along the way. Oh well I am paying attention. Really
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
If it wasn't easy to miss....
Then it would be such a simple contest...
don't you think?
franandaj
I'm so happy, I could BOUNCE!
- Joined
- Nov 15, 2009
Nope. Don't recognize it.
Wow! This is a very different trip for you. I don't think I've heard you use the word relax in the context of a Disney trip before!
So he lives in a shopping mall?
Speak for yourself!
Wait you said back there he lived at 101 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801, which is a shopping mall.
That's neat!
Perhaps it was some religious holiday in a religion you do not practice.
Well, I wouldn't say that. Especially if you have some amount of lactose intolerance. Or maybe it's the sugar. Cheese doesn't affect me that way.
Funny how that works!
Of course I've been paying attention!
You're weird!
Why would my stomach be heaving? Imagining that I ate that gross cookie?
I thought you were kidding when I read that the first time.
No I just read it normal.
That one was so huge we couldn't even eat half of it!
I didnt like the Stroganoff the last time I tried it, but it looks better this time.
franandaj
I'm so happy, I could BOUNCE!
- Joined
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Thanks for that.
Did you see that @franandaj ?
I did now! But then I just had someone e buy me the new Marie band, so I'm gonna have to wear it!
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Little quote from MASH.
Very different.
I had more time,
and it was my second
trip of the year.
The difference was...
remarkable.
Nope. Look again.
Whups!
Well... for me, then.
I never said he lived there.
And it's not a mall.
I looked it up.
There's a religious sect
that is only found in and
around central Florida who's
main tenets are defined by
their desire to not serve
Canadians on a Thursday.
No getting ready in 20 minutes
and no ice cream. Got it.
MBs should be legal tender
everywhere!!!
So I see.
But not everyone is...
Wait... you've known me how long,
and you're only figuring this out now?????
Sure. Let's go with that.
Nope!
But I did go back, after.
I think you're in the majority...
but not by a lot!
I was hungry... I ate it all!
It was good.
Good reason.
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Eaten Alive... Almost
The call of the jungle woke me
at a relatively late 8:00am.
I bathed in a nearby stream
and finished my leisurely
ablutions and dressage in
fine form within the hour.
Yes, I know dressage is horse
riding, but it just sounds fancy!
Tell me if you caught that
or knew that.
I broke camp and strode over
to the location where my trusty
aide would pick me up in his
less than trusty jeep by 9:00am.
He arrived within 10 minutes.
I scolded him for keeping his
patron waiting.
We set out in due course on
the rough-hewn jungle road.
Unfortunately, my trusty aide's
driving skills were even less
trusty than his jeep's state of repair.
With a bang and a hiss of a holed
radiator ringing in our ears, we
disembarked the vehicle to survey
the extent of the damage.
Alas, our mode of conveyance
was out of action and would remain
so until we could effect repairs.
I gathered what supplies I assessed
I would need.
I decided to leave the rifle with
the aide, calculating that I would
be able to survive on my wits,
whereas he had demonstrated that
he had but half the required amount.
Leaving my aide behind to await
assistance, I set out on foot.
The sounds of drumming in the
distance drew me onwards.
Soon, I came upon a rustic village.
The gates were sturdy and obviously
designed to keep dangerous animals
and marauding tribes at bay.
I was immediately surrounded by
curious and wary natives.
Using rudimentary gestures, involving
displaying my wrist jewelry and showing
them my fingers, I was able to gain their
trust and allowed to continue beyond
the gates.
I paused to let my personal
photographer record the moment
when I came across the tribe's
sacred tree, whom they'd named
Hoyle Derrick. A curious name to be
sure, and one that I would attempt to
drill down to the bottom of.
The tribe practiced many strange
rites and rituals. Their animals, that
I presume they kept as a source
of food, mimicked their degenerate ways.
Fleeing the depraved display
before me, I approached Hoyle
Derrick in all his majesty.
As I made my way forward,
I stopped in my tracks as a ferocious,
man-eating bird swept through the
villagers, seeking easy prey to
satisfy its gluttonous appetite.
I beg you not to look at the following
photo if you are of delicate constitution.
You will see that the beast has spied a
tempting morsel and the victim has his
arms raised in a defensive posture,
knowing that his demise is soon
forthcoming.
I couldn't bear to see the poor
villager devoured so I am ashamed
to say that I turned and ran.
I would have saved him if I could,
but I knew I was hopelessly outclassed
without my firearm.
As I strode down well-worn paths,
I paused on occasion to record the
sights that were abundantly on display.
I was able to spy a rare Brownschmuck duck;
prized for its golden hued eggs and fatty meat.
And a simple peasant's abode.
I ruefully shook my head at the
primitive construction.
Nary an air conditioner in sight!
I followed the river that led through
the village, passing hovel after hovel.
How could these people exist with
such primitive conditions?
Surely, the lifespans of these people
could be measured in mere decades.
At last, I came upon the headwaters
of the river I'd been following these
past several weeks.
Here... here I knew I would see sights
that no man had seen before.
At least none who had lived to tell
of the wonders to be beheld.
Here and there were statues
erected to their pagan Gods.
See?
I toad you so.
Proceeding deeper into the
jungle, I shuddered as I spied
the scraps of clothes, hung akimbo
in the trees, marking where others
had ventured, but not returned.
I hurried past the grizzly scene.
In my haste, I had neglected to
dine this morning.
I pulled a simple camp hand-meal
out of my pack.
Yes. I know.
Sparse indeed.
But I am a man of few needs
and this humble repast would
suffice.
After abating my hunger somewhat,
I continued in my search.
Signs of previous, unsuccessful
explorers were abundant.
I made my way over and stood by the entry,
as instructed, but after several hours,
where nothing happened,
I reluctantly moved on.
I stumbled across a small stream
and was able to catch some
fishlike creatures. After making a fire,
I roasted them and ate them with some
grains I had collected as I walked and had
fashioned into pasta tubes.
It's not a difficult task, all that is
required is 8 Spoons.
I was now becoming thirsty, my canteen
having been drained earlier.
I was fortunate to find myself approaching
the village market where I traded some
jerky and a small pocket knife for a
drink that I loosely translated as
"Frozen Flamingo".
I would not eat there, however.
I had heard far too many warnings
that the market food was tainted
and I did not want dysentery to
plague my exploratory expedition.
At last, I approached the first of
my targets.
The fabled Harambe animal habitat.
Here, were said to be the last
remnants of animal species that
no man (or woman) had seen before.
I engaged a tribesman to take
me to see some of these fabled creatures.
A few of the children, sensing adventure,
accompanied us on our trek.
I was given a seat of honour...
Or was the empty seat upon which
I was the sole proprietor merely a
ruse to enable the carnivores easier
access to my defenseless self?
The first animal we encountered
was the ferocious two-pronged Farsnatte.
I was very glad that the animal appeared
to have eaten recently and had no interest
in us.
We continued on and we soon came across
these floating Logjabbers.
While they look forbidding, they are actually
quite docile. The native children like to paint
their broad backs and ride them downriver.
They were obviously neither
alligator nor crocodile
as I did not see them
later nor in a while.
We rounded a corner and I exclaimed out loud.
My native guides immediately dropped to the
ground and bowed in terror and devotion.
The great Kelly-tree rose above us majestically.
All those who gaze upon its bark must bite back
cries of terror and shouts of awe.
With some not overly gentle prodding,
I was able to get my guides up and
moving once more.
With frequent dreading glances behind us,
we moved on. We all breathed a sigh of
relief as the God-like Kelly-tree
passed from view.
I believe my fellow explorer, @buzzrelly ,
may have had a similar frightening
experience in recent months.
The call of the jungle woke me
at a relatively late 8:00am.
I bathed in a nearby stream
and finished my leisurely
ablutions and dressage in
fine form within the hour.
Yes, I know dressage is horse
riding, but it just sounds fancy!
Tell me if you caught that
or knew that.
I broke camp and strode over
to the location where my trusty
aide would pick me up in his
less than trusty jeep by 9:00am.
He arrived within 10 minutes.
I scolded him for keeping his
patron waiting.
We set out in due course on
the rough-hewn jungle road.
Unfortunately, my trusty aide's
driving skills were even less
trusty than his jeep's state of repair.
With a bang and a hiss of a holed
radiator ringing in our ears, we
disembarked the vehicle to survey
the extent of the damage.
Alas, our mode of conveyance
was out of action and would remain
so until we could effect repairs.
I gathered what supplies I assessed
I would need.
I decided to leave the rifle with
the aide, calculating that I would
be able to survive on my wits,
whereas he had demonstrated that
he had but half the required amount.
Leaving my aide behind to await
assistance, I set out on foot.
The sounds of drumming in the
distance drew me onwards.
Soon, I came upon a rustic village.
The gates were sturdy and obviously
designed to keep dangerous animals
and marauding tribes at bay.
I was immediately surrounded by
curious and wary natives.
Using rudimentary gestures, involving
displaying my wrist jewelry and showing
them my fingers, I was able to gain their
trust and allowed to continue beyond
the gates.
I paused to let my personal
photographer record the moment
when I came across the tribe's
sacred tree, whom they'd named
Hoyle Derrick. A curious name to be
sure, and one that I would attempt to
drill down to the bottom of.
The tribe practiced many strange
rites and rituals. Their animals, that
I presume they kept as a source
of food, mimicked their degenerate ways.
Fleeing the depraved display
before me, I approached Hoyle
Derrick in all his majesty.
As I made my way forward,
I stopped in my tracks as a ferocious,
man-eating bird swept through the
villagers, seeking easy prey to
satisfy its gluttonous appetite.
I beg you not to look at the following
photo if you are of delicate constitution.
You will see that the beast has spied a
tempting morsel and the victim has his
arms raised in a defensive posture,
knowing that his demise is soon
forthcoming.
I couldn't bear to see the poor
villager devoured so I am ashamed
to say that I turned and ran.
I would have saved him if I could,
but I knew I was hopelessly outclassed
without my firearm.
As I strode down well-worn paths,
I paused on occasion to record the
sights that were abundantly on display.
I was able to spy a rare Brownschmuck duck;
prized for its golden hued eggs and fatty meat.
And a simple peasant's abode.
I ruefully shook my head at the
primitive construction.
Nary an air conditioner in sight!
I followed the river that led through
the village, passing hovel after hovel.
How could these people exist with
such primitive conditions?
Surely, the lifespans of these people
could be measured in mere decades.
At last, I came upon the headwaters
of the river I'd been following these
past several weeks.
Here... here I knew I would see sights
that no man had seen before.
At least none who had lived to tell
of the wonders to be beheld.
Here and there were statues
erected to their pagan Gods.
See?
I toad you so.
Proceeding deeper into the
jungle, I shuddered as I spied
the scraps of clothes, hung akimbo
in the trees, marking where others
had ventured, but not returned.
I hurried past the grizzly scene.
In my haste, I had neglected to
dine this morning.
I pulled a simple camp hand-meal
out of my pack.
Yes. I know.
Sparse indeed.
But I am a man of few needs
and this humble repast would
suffice.
After abating my hunger somewhat,
I continued in my search.
Signs of previous, unsuccessful
explorers were abundant.
I made my way over and stood by the entry,
as instructed, but after several hours,
where nothing happened,
I reluctantly moved on.
I stumbled across a small stream
and was able to catch some
fishlike creatures. After making a fire,
I roasted them and ate them with some
grains I had collected as I walked and had
fashioned into pasta tubes.
It's not a difficult task, all that is
required is 8 Spoons.
I was now becoming thirsty, my canteen
having been drained earlier.
I was fortunate to find myself approaching
the village market where I traded some
jerky and a small pocket knife for a
drink that I loosely translated as
"Frozen Flamingo".
I would not eat there, however.
I had heard far too many warnings
that the market food was tainted
and I did not want dysentery to
plague my exploratory expedition.
At last, I approached the first of
my targets.
The fabled Harambe animal habitat.
Here, were said to be the last
remnants of animal species that
no man (or woman) had seen before.
I engaged a tribesman to take
me to see some of these fabled creatures.
A few of the children, sensing adventure,
accompanied us on our trek.
I was given a seat of honour...
Or was the empty seat upon which
I was the sole proprietor merely a
ruse to enable the carnivores easier
access to my defenseless self?
The first animal we encountered
was the ferocious two-pronged Farsnatte.
I was very glad that the animal appeared
to have eaten recently and had no interest
in us.
We continued on and we soon came across
these floating Logjabbers.
While they look forbidding, they are actually
quite docile. The native children like to paint
their broad backs and ride them downriver.
They were obviously neither
alligator nor crocodile
as I did not see them
later nor in a while.
We rounded a corner and I exclaimed out loud.
My native guides immediately dropped to the
ground and bowed in terror and devotion.
The great Kelly-tree rose above us majestically.
All those who gaze upon its bark must bite back
cries of terror and shouts of awe.
With some not overly gentle prodding,
I was able to get my guides up and
moving once more.
With frequent dreading glances behind us,
we moved on. We all breathed a sigh of
relief as the God-like Kelly-tree
passed from view.
I believe my fellow explorer, @buzzrelly ,
may have had a similar frightening
experience in recent months.
Continued Next Post
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Continued From Previous Post
Up ahead in the distance,
I saw a shimmering light...
wait... wrong line...
Up ahead in the distance,
I saw some long-necked wild dogs.
We decided to risk an attack
by these savage creatures
and proceeded to close the distance.
We passed some of the villagers'
pet dogs along the way.
We approached as closely as we dared.
These beasts' ferociousness is well
documented and not to be taken lightly.
I shuddered involuntarily as
one of the beasts turned its
cunning eyes upon us.
Counting ourselves lucky,
we did not tarry long.
I suspect that the vicious
creatures had recently feasted
on unwary prey and were too
sated for us to be of interest.
We were lucky.
If you see these animals,
I would strongly recommend
you move away at great speed.
They will hunt you down.
And they will eat you.
As we made our escape, we stumbled
upon a wide-eared Snortblast.
Do not let the photo deceive you,
while it might appear fairly intimidating,
with it's snake like nasal appendage and
whip-like tail, this animal is gentle and
will willingly let you pick it up and nestle
in the palm of your hand.
We were starting to relax when...
we were suddenly accosted by a
herd of Piranhagretes.
These foul creatures are merely
an annoyance when encountered
individually, but... as a group...
they've been known to strip a
Farsnatte clean to the bone in
under a minute.
We remained utterly still until
the flock moved on.
I can only think that they decided we
were too small a prey to bother with.
We breathed a sigh of relief, and,
counting our blessings, decided that
we had risked our lives enough for
one day and it was time to make our
way back to the village.
We passed a brace of passive,
non-lethal house cats.
The spotted Cheeto-cat, was on
the hunt for kibble.
<Off theme comment.
After I took the above photos of the cheetah,
I turned away to see what was approaching next
and a few people exclaimed.
Apparently, the cheetah had actually been hunting
and had pounced on a mouse or small bird.
Wish I'd seen that.
Continuing on...>
We passed by a Lyin'around cat, but...
they couldn't fool me. This one was
obviously fake. A clever simulacrum
to fool the unwary.
We were almost back to camp,
when rounding a corner, we came
face to face with a very dangerous
Snake Necker.
This bird's lightning fast attacks
could pluck an eye out faster
than you could react.
The bird lashed out and I am not
ashamed to admit, that I cried out in
terror.
I was fortunate, however, as I was not
its intended target.
My guide was not as fortunate.
Don't feel too badly, though.
He now works at a Caribbean Pirate
attraction somewhere in Florida.
As the afternoon progressed into
evening, the villagers encouraged
me to undergo a cleansing ritual.
I inwardly shuddered as they led
me past this sign-post.
Outwardly I merely smiled and
nodded.
But... I was terrified at the thought
of what might lie before me.
Not once, not twice, but thrice
did they subject me to horrors
that I categorically refuse to describe.
My senses were assailed on all sides.
They attempted to take advantage of
my weakened state to join in their
nefarious ways, but I employed that
long tried and true method of
maintaining a balanced center...
Hear no evil...
See no evil...
And of course,
scream no evil.
Or is that vomit no evil??
My trusty personal photographer
managed to capture the moment
that I was at my greatest peril...
Despite not succumbing to their
attempts at integration, they tried
one last time to ensure my never leaving.
They presented me with food, but my
keen eye immediately spotted its poisonous
nature and, much to their chagrin, I refused
to eat the vile victuals.
Escaping from the villagers,
body and soul intact, I returned
to my aide, who'd managed to
get his jeep unstuck and repaired.
I arrived at 3:00pm and without
breaking stride, mounted the jeep,
and set out for our camp.
My aide was making a stop that day,
however, at the Allstars Port and not
at my own camp.
I disembarked from the jeep and
proceeded into the inevitable gift
shop that is commonly found at
most remote jungle ports.
I had purchased some tribal trinkets
for my daughters back home and
was told I could retrieve them there.
I presented my receipt and waited.
And waited...
And waited...
This was starting to get both
alarming and annoying.
Either they had misplaced my packages,
or they were taking an inordinately long
period of time to retrieve them!
Either way, I was far from pleased.
Eventually, the gentleman who'd gone
to retrieve my package returned and
said "Are you staying at Allstars Port?"
Whoops.
This was not my encampment.
In my defense, all these jungle
camps of similar Value, look alike.
With tail firmly tucked between legs,
I made the short trek over to my
encampment where I found solace
in the luxury of a hot bath.
(And retrieved my packages.)
My day was far from over, however.
After a relaxing hour or two in my
tent, I made my way once more
to the rendezvous point where my
aide and his semi-trusty jeep
should be waiting.
I arrived precisely at 5:30, and...
realized that I had forgotten my
telephone.
They have cell service everywhere
it seems, these days.
I retraced my steps back to my tent,
retrieved the wayward phone and
returned to the rendezvous point,
arriving five minutes after my first
attempt.
My aide and his jeep were not in sight.
I was forced to wait an unforgiving
five minutes before he finally arrived.
I wasn't too harsh with him as I assumed
he had been on time and been forced
to circle around to avoid being eaten
by some jungle carnivore.
Upon my return to the village,
I proceeded to a Flaming Tree where
I let myself be persuaded to imbibe
a potent concoction made from the
extractions of Mandarin oranges, lemons
and corn distilled alcohol.
It was quite good and I was
relieved to find myself still
standing after its consumption.
Having passed their test, I was
directed towards a statue of a giant
simian-like creature that a yak was
tethered to.
I would normally have called ahead
to announce my presence,
but I had been assured by my fellow
explorer @suse66 that if one simply
asked to lounge rather than inhabit,
you might be accommodated.
So that's what I did, with splendid results.
I had previously dined here
with my village hosts,
with mixed results.
(A charitable way of saying
that it was bloody awful.)
And... speaking of "bloody",
to appease my hosts and not
insult them, I drank the offered
mmmm... how shall I put this?
It was a... bloody...mmmm… airy drink.
Not nearly as good as I'd hoped,
but not too bad at all.
My hosts brought me some soup,
that they said was made by some
wanton wench, I believe.
The chicken fried rice was more
familiar, yet both were quite good.
And as instructed, (never doubt
fellow explorers... it's simply not done)
I allowed myself to be served a slice
of jungle mango pie.
Which was delicious.
As I sat, finishing off my wonderful
meal, another couple of explorers
were ushered to seats alongside mine.
They both ordered what was easily
recognizable as hamburgers.
A small example of encroaching
civilization in this rustic village.
Imagine my surprise when they both
proceeded to remove the top buns
and ate their meals with knives and forks.
I mean... really! In the jungle!
It's quite all right to eat a hand meal with
with one's hands, old chaps.
This isn't the Explorer's Club in Knightsbridge.
Tummy quite content, I decided
to explore a little off the beaten
path.
I soon found myself in a mysterious
land.
While it was quite wonderful with
flowing waterfalls, I had some
difficulty identifying the local flora.
And while the land was certainly
pretty enough, its true beauty
did not reveal itself until after
nightfall.
I wished I could have explored
further and longer, but large
winged beasts began to fill the
air and I could sense that I was
placing myself in grave danger.
I retreated to the village main,
where I saw a sight that few men
have ever dreamed of seeing.
Hoyle Derrick, the Great Tree,
obviously was playing host to
symbiotic bioluminescent
insects or flora.
I stood and marveled as the
creatures caused the tree to
shimmer and shine in a multitude
of hues and shades.
I could see now why the natives
worshiped the tree as their God.
And while I would have stayed longer,
the day's adventures finally caught up
to me and I felt it necessary to withdraw.
I proceeded to the meeting point,
arriving at 9:10pm.
My driver was not there.
I was quite unimpressed with his
tardiness and told him so when
he arrived an inconceivable ten
minutes later!
Ten minutes!!
I would have a word with his
superiors, but I was so tired
when I arrived back at camp
that it completely slipped my mind.
Fortunate for him!
Contest!
Answers from previous update:
1. Which park do I go to?
a. MK
b. Epcot
c. AK
d. DHS
Answer: c. AK - 20 points.
2. Breakfast! What is it?
a. Dole Whip Float
b. Cinnamon bun
c. Mickey waffles
d. Lunch Box tart
Answer: b. Cinnamon bun - 20 points.
3. What item do I forget in my room?
a. MB
b. Camera
c. Phone
d. Poncho
Answer: c. Phone - 20 points.
4. What dining style surprises me.
a. Eating with chopsticks
b. Eating with hands
c. Eating with knife and fork
d. Eating with a straw
Answer: c. Knife & fork - 20 points.
5. What time do I call it a night?
a. 7pm
b. 8pm
c. 9pm
d. 10pm
Answer: c. 9pm - 20 points.
Did you tell me if you
were paying attention?
20 points.
Did you tell me if you
read it with emphasis?
20 points.
Did you see it?
20 points
SCORES:
missjackiemcg: a:0, a:0, a:0, c:20, c:0, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 60.
mustinjourney: a:0, c:0, d:0, d:0, d:0, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 60.
dolewhipdreams: d:0, d:0, d:0, d:0, c:20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 60.
docsoliday1: a:0, b:20, a:0, c:20, d:0, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total 80.
lvcourtneyy: c:20, c:0, d:0, d:0, c:20, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 100.
tundra1: a:0, a:0, d:0, d:0, d:0, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 40.
Steppesister: emphasis: 20. Total: 20.
buzzrelly: a:0, a:0, a:0, d:0, a:0, attention: 20, emphasis: 20. Total: 40.
SimplyGoofy: a:0, a:0, d:0, d:0, d:0, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 40.
vamassey1: c:20, b:20, d:0, d:0, b:0, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 80.
disneyAndi14: c:20, b:20, d:0, b:0, c:20, saw it: 20. Total: 80.
Tracy161: emphasis: 20. Total: 20.
Captain_Oblivious: c:20, b:20, d:0, d:0, c:20, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 120.
Jules76126: a:0, a:0, d:0, b:0, c:20, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 80.
juniorbugman: c:20, d:0, d:0, d:0, c:20, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 100.
Terra Nova guy: c:20, b:20, d:0, d:0, c:20, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 120.
franandaj: a:0, a:0, d:0, c:20, d:0, attention: 20, emphasis: 20, saw it: 20. Total: 80.
Standings:
Captain_Oblivious: 310
Jules76126: 275
docsoliday1: 273
mustinjourney: 273
Terra Nova guy: 272
franandaj: 251
lvcourtneyy: 240
juniorbugman: 236
dolewhipdreams: 217
disneyAndi14: 210
missjackiemcg: 190
SimplyGoofy: 190
tundra1: 180
MinnieWebster: 137
buzzrelly: 135
vamassey1: 135
Steppesister: 130
GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes: 95
DonnaBeeGood: 62
MeghanEmily: 40
Kiotzu: 27
natebenma: 20
Tracy161: 20
SnowWhiteOz: 10
If I've made any errors,
please let me know.
Questions!
1. Wakey, wakey! What time does the alarm sound?
a. 4:30-5:00
b. 5:00-5:30
c. 5:30-6:00
d. 6:00-6:30
e. 6:30-7:00
2. Okay... you should get this one...
What park do I go to today?
a. MK
b. DHS
c. AK
d. Epcot
e. DTD
3. I visit a resort. Which one?
a. AKL
b. Poly
c. WL
d. GF
e. BCV
4. Longest wait for a bus today?
a. 0-5 minutes.
b. 6-10 minutes.
c. 11-15 minutes.
d. 16-20 minutes.
e. 21-25 minutes.
5. What feat do I accomplish?
a. Ride Soarin' and TT within 10 minutes.
b. Manage to break a FOP mount.
c. Be the first person of the day on a ride.
d. Be the last person of the day on a ride.
e. Ride SR in SWGE three times in under an hour.
6. Which Cast Member surprises me.
a. Streetmosphere character at DHS.
b. DeVine at AK.
c. Piano guy in MK.
d. Art of Disney CM at Epcot.
And...
Did you see it in this chapter?
Did you see both of them?
As always, PM your answers!
Coming up... We meet again...
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Terra Nova guy
DIS Dad #811 Newfoundland, Canada
- Joined
- Nov 11, 2014
Yes I did know what dressage is. It’s one of those funny sports that are still in the Olympics but no one can figure out why. At least I can’t.
I see what you did there. I like it. Being in the industry, I’ve always wondered exactly what part of a rig it’s made of. Leg of a jack up? Section of a Derrick?
Oh good. For a second I was worried we could never leave this trip report.
I still remember that drink. Probably the best (premixed) drink I had.
buzzrelly
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Nov 20, 2005
I cannot believe I missed it in your last post
This is all true. I worked straight nights for 9 years and rotated to nights before that. I've been off of them for 6-7 years and I could never go back and do them again...not at this age. It really takes a toll, especially flipping around the way you do. I hope your company works out something more beneficial for you when they look at this.
Did your bus break down? That's completely unacceptable for VIP such as yourself.
I was wondering where you were going with this
I hear credit cards also gain you access to this native land.
Next time, throw her some chocolate.
Humble? It's as big as your head! And looks delicious
Whatever the reason...Nice!
Aw, I love them laying down
Bummer!
How did you get that? Is this a new Photopass thing?
Ha! They do all look alike! I almost got off the wrong stop a couple times but luckily Allie stopped me!
This is all true. I worked straight nights for 9 years and rotated to nights before that. I've been off of them for 6-7 years and I could never go back and do them again...not at this age. It really takes a toll, especially flipping around the way you do. I hope your company works out something more beneficial for you when they look at this.
Unfortunately, my trusty aide's
driving skills were even less
trusty than his jeep's state of repair.
With a bang and a hiss of a holed
radiator ringing in our ears, we
disembarked the vehicle to survey
the extent of the damage.
Alas, our mode of conveyance
was out of action and would remain
so until we could effect repairs.
Did your bus break down? That's completely unacceptable for VIP such as yourself.
Soon, I came upon a rustic village.
The gates were sturdy and obviously
designed to keep dangerous animals
and marauding tribes at bay.
I was wondering where you were going with this
I hear credit cards also gain you access to this native land.
Next time, throw her some chocolate.
Here and there were statues
erected to their pagan Gods.
See?
I toad you so.
Yes. I know.
Sparse indeed.
But I am a man of few needs
and this humble repast would
suffice.
Humble? It's as big as your head! And looks delicious
I engaged a tribesman to take
me to see some of these fabled creatures.
A few of the children, sensing adventure,
accompanied us on our trek.
I was given a seat of honour...
Or was the empty seat upon which
I was the sole proprietor merely a
ruse to enable the carnivores easier
access to my defenseless self?
Whatever the reason...Nice!
We rounded a corner and I exclaimed out loud.
My native guides immediately dropped to the
ground and bowed in terror and devotion.
The great Kelly-tree rose above us majestically.
All those who gaze upon its bark must bite back
cries of terror and shouts of awe.
We approached as closely as we dared.
These beasts' ferociousness is well
documented and not to be taken lightly.
Aw, I love them laying down
Bummer!
My trusty personal photographer
managed to capture the moment
that I was at my greatest peril...
How did you get that? Is this a new Photopass thing?
Ha! They do all look alike! I almost got off the wrong stop a couple times but luckily Allie stopped me!
orangecats2
Stitch Lover
- Joined
- May 6, 2008
Hey stranger! I finally got a new laptop for birthday/christmas, it's only been a year and a half without one. So what did I do first? Read your new TR of course. I'm not going to try for the contest, I'm late to the game.
What's new with you?
We went on the cruise last month. It was ok. Looking forward to DW hopefully next year. Also I'm going solo to Seattle in May.
Later
What's new with you?
We went on the cruise last month. It was ok. Looking forward to DW hopefully next year. Also I'm going solo to Seattle in May.
Later
mustinjourney
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- May 8, 2016
...wait a minute while I find my dictionary...
oddly enough I looked up ablutions and just assumed dressage was used correctly -- so I didn't bother looking it up.
I should know this -- but where was this picture taken?
rifle can really come in handy when needing to fight your way through the locals...especially if you are trying to get to the escape room and board a banshee.
I see what you did there.
Is this like a time lapse or something?
that puppet/costume is pretty impressive.
told you you should have kept it.
never heard of that species of duck...open google and type it in...that's b/c it doesn't exist!!!
More lies!!!
Are we studying for the SATs or something? You trying to educate us???
Notwithstanding the above -- I hadn't realized that the A/Cs are hidden from view -- pretty impressive.
I think you mean several minutes.
I know you know what's coming...
......
......
did someone scribe this with their thesaurus proximate?
You know you could have just paid someone some money and they'll give you some food? It's a lot more convenient.
...or maybe you started to smell after weeks of traversing the jungle?
MORE LIES!
EVEN MORE LIES!
Seems like they could be fun to ride down the river. it would be better than rowing a canoe yourself.
Which does make you think....
You have to wonder how many people had tried to domesticate them before the human race gave up entirely.
I think these were the three faces I made after reading that line...
I thought those were the long-necked spotted zebras?
more SAT buzz words!
You can tell they are dangerous -- if you look closely, they all have ankle bracelets on. Clearly, they have all been previously convicted of some heinous crimes, and are now forced to where tracking bracelets while being imprisoned.
wait -- there's a theme to this drivel?
they really look cute enough to just pet them, don't they?
climbing the Himalayas three times in one day is pretty impressive.
I think you missed your ears.
coconut? no thank you! Can't stand the texture.
so you went to the wrong hotel? How'd you get back to OKW?
...once again, another trip to the dictionary...
damnit! I was really hoping for someone using a spoon to drink their soup or something like that!
I was going to say that maybe they were doing low-carb....but if they ate the bottom bun and fries, that wouldn't make any sense.
I've still never seen this yet -- just have never found myself at DAK at night.
Well -- that's not entirely true -- I have been to Pandora at night -- but we didn't go anywhere else that night.
I guess you'll just have to start using buses again -- they seem to be much more punctual for you.
missjackiemcg
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Sep 2, 2013
I did not know that!! But it sure does sound fancy!
That is SO cool!! How did you do that!? and the other moving picture on Expedition Everest?
HA!
Aww, Kelly's favorite tree
And, rats!! I only saw one, so guess I'm goin' back!!!!!!
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
The Olympics...
Man against man,
woman against woman.
Individually, or as a team.
Pitting human endurance
and desire against one another.
Oh...
And horses.
You tell me?
<shudder> A fate worse than death!
Not bad at all!
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
I cannot believe I missed it in your last post
Neither could I!
I'm very curious to see what
will develop over the next few weeks/months.
I hope that their idea of fatigue management
doesn't actually result in more fatigue.
Not a commonly used term.
No, it didn't.
The times I use are all accurate.
Like being at the bus stop at
5:30, forgetting my phone, going
back to the room and then back
at 5:35 and waiting 5 minutes.
That's all accurate.
But when I looked at that PP photo,
it just looked like the jeep had crashed
into the bushes and...
To Animal Kingdom, of course!I was wondering where you were going with this
Of course! How stupid of me!!
Humble? It's as big as your head! And looks delicious
And it was delicious!
I don't remember if I finished it...
I think... probably not.
I spent that whole ride,
sliding from side to side.
You're never going to live that down, you know.
Don't you just want to pet them???Aw, I love them laying down
It would've been cool to see, but...
Oh well.
I made it, myself.
I took multiple shots
and developed it in Photoshop.
Allie is smart!
I totally forgot I was going
to ASSp. Both the ASMu and ASSp
bus stops were close to my room,
so they were pretty interchangeable.
But... oy!
pkondz
Brace yourself for immediate disintegration
- Joined
- Mar 9, 2007
Holy smokes! Carrie!!!
to the TR!Welcome back to the DIS, too!!
Awww...
Sure is nice to see you
around again.
Not too much.
Working insane hours
as per usual...
Just ok?
That doesn't sound... great?
Oh!
What are you doing in Seattle?
And... when?
I certainly hope so!
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