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My place setting: Lion King placemat and Toy Story aliens flatware. Yoli's place setting: Disney Princesses placemat, Cars flatware. Matching Mickey Mouse cups were a gift from my friend Agatha.
Two of my Floridian friends very kindly brought Yoli and I on a shopping expedition at Company D and Cast Connection. These stores are exclusive to Cast Members and the occasional guest. Combined, we spent a total of $327.63. Dude! I can't believe it either and I was there! I'm looking at the receipts right now. Here's the breakdown: 15 pins, 2 canvas bags, 1 pair of sunglasses, 1 sunglasses case, 4 cookies & candy, 1 assortment of ice cream sprinkles, 7 T-shirts, 1 toy, 1 Cast Member costume shirt, 1 Mickey head display box, 2 Vinylmation vehicles, 4 Vinylmation keychains, 1 D23 magazine, 2 CM decals, 3 luggage tags, 3 pens, 3 keychains, 2 notepads, and a bib.
I had bought a Groupon deal, $20.00 for two people to soar on Characters in Flight. One small problem, it was too windy and the balloon was grounded. (Grumble, grumble.) So we did what any young ladies would do, we went shopping in West Side. Yoli's friends met up with us and we walked through what used to be Pleasure Island. Don't get me started.
Lunch was at Raglan Road. On Tuesday afternoons, they don't have entertainment just so you know. A manager took good care of me and my dietary restrictions. Yoli and I both had the fish and chips. I love Raglan Road so I'm sad to say this meal was not up to their standards. We each had one medium size piece of fish and a bunch of chips (thick french fries) that cost $17. Yeesh! I'm a wee bit foggy on what Yoli's friends had but I think one had the lobster wrap and the other ate a burger. My main objective was to inhale Ger's bread and butter pudding. I ate about half and even shared a little with anyone who wanted to try it.
I finally got my Disney VISA rewards card then called Chase to transfer my points. We popped into Ghirardelli for free samples then Arriba Bros in search of the cactus glass I should have bought years ago because they don't make it anymore. On the way out I whined about closing the Adventurers Club and Comedy Warehouse.
Among places to visit off-property was the town of Celebration. We still had some light so I drove us around and around, and around, looking at houses and the center of town. We selected which homes we'd buy in each neighborhood, something that came easily as I kept finding dead ends. Hey, I could see Route 192 up ahead, I simply couldn't find it.
A quick stop at the drug store was imperative as poor buddy learned the hard way that she's allergic to neoprene, the material from which nearly every camera strap is made. I believe she also replenished her Oreos and milk stock. See, I told you she likes cookies and milk, the party animal.
We summed up the day off from the parks while having dinner at our resort food court. We both had the chicken penne alfredo, hold the alfredo on mine. I think that was the night I got key lime pie from the fridge. Not so good.
Believe or not, we set out for Disney's Boardwalk. Where did we get the energy? I parked at Boardwalk Inn after driving up and down, over and under the parking lot multiple times until I caved and just parked. I never seem to get a spot near the sidewalk. Anyhoo, we walked thru the hotel, out to the back, and down the stairs. I pointed out shops and restaurants to Yoli as we walked but before we got too far, we stopped to watch a magician. He was excellent and hilarious. We laughed and laughed until his show ended. The next few hours were spent at Jellyrolls, the dueling piano bar. I've only been once before and they had a decent crowd but tonight, they were packed. IBM employees took up most of the tables, stools, and air. They were in town for the company's new exhibit at Epcot's Innoventions.
Posted by Lisa Berton on February 27, 2013 8:47 AM | Feedback Form | Permalink | Comments (4)
The previous post in this blog was Disney Pic of the Week: Yellow.
The next post in this blog is Tumble Monkeys.
I love your blogs. You have great wit in your writing.
Anyhoo, I noticed you are wearing what appears to be a "The Endless Summer" shirt. I'm not a beach goer nor a surfer but "The Endless Summer" is one of my favorite movies.
Lisa responds: Hi and yes, you are correct, I am wearing The Endless Summer shirt. I love watching surfers and in my opinion, The Endless Summer is the greatest surfer movie ever. It took me many years to locate the soundtrack.
Posted by Doug | February 27, 2013 2:06 PM
Posted on February 27, 2013 14:06
Lisa has truly missed her writing career.
Lisa responds: I've got a few works up my sleeve. Don't give up on me.
Posted by Agatha | February 28, 2013 7:00 AM
Posted on February 28, 2013 07:00
Just out of curiosity, where are Company D and Cast Connection located on property?
Lisa responds: They are both located behind Magic Kingdom.
Posted by Wayne | February 28, 2013 12:03 PM
Hi Lisa! Love reading your adventures. Have to ask, what was the final Menudo name count at the parks? I play Song Pop and every time I get a Menudo song, I think of you! Thanks for your great stories of the trips!
Lisa responds: We wound up with 48 points, including bonus points. We found 22 names.
Posted by Pam | March 1, 2013 9:26 AM
Posted on March 1, 2013 09:26
This page contains a single entry from the blog posted on February 27, 2013 8:47 AM.
Newbie and the Geek Take Downtown Disney and More (Picture This!)
« Disney Pic of the Week: Yellow | Main | Tumble Monkeys »
My place setting: Lion King placemat and Toy Story aliens flatware. Yoli's place setting: Disney Princesses placemat, Cars flatware. Matching Mickey Mouse cups were a gift from my friend Agatha.
Two of my Floridian friends very kindly brought Yoli and I on a shopping expedition at Company D and Cast Connection. These stores are exclusive to Cast Members and the occasional guest. Combined, we spent a total of $327.63. Dude! I can't believe it either and I was there! I'm looking at the receipts right now. Here's the breakdown: 15 pins, 2 canvas bags, 1 pair of sunglasses, 1 sunglasses case, 4 cookies & candy, 1 assortment of ice cream sprinkles, 7 T-shirts, 1 toy, 1 Cast Member costume shirt, 1 Mickey head display box, 2 Vinylmation vehicles, 4 Vinylmation keychains, 1 D23 magazine, 2 CM decals, 3 luggage tags, 3 pens, 3 keychains, 2 notepads, and a bib.
I had bought a Groupon deal, $20.00 for two people to soar on Characters in Flight. One small problem, it was too windy and the balloon was grounded. (Grumble, grumble.) So we did what any young ladies would do, we went shopping in West Side. Yoli's friends met up with us and we walked through what used to be Pleasure Island. Don't get me started.
Lunch was at Raglan Road. On Tuesday afternoons, they don't have entertainment just so you know. A manager took good care of me and my dietary restrictions. Yoli and I both had the fish and chips. I love Raglan Road so I'm sad to say this meal was not up to their standards. We each had one medium size piece of fish and a bunch of chips (thick french fries) that cost $17. Yeesh! I'm a wee bit foggy on what Yoli's friends had but I think one had the lobster wrap and the other ate a burger. My main objective was to inhale Ger's bread and butter pudding. I ate about half and even shared a little with anyone who wanted to try it.
I finally got my Disney VISA rewards card then called Chase to transfer my points. We popped into Ghirardelli for free samples then Arriba Bros in search of the cactus glass I should have bought years ago because they don't make it anymore. On the way out I whined about closing the Adventurers Club and Comedy Warehouse.
Among places to visit off-property was the town of Celebration. We still had some light so I drove us around and around, and around, looking at houses and the center of town. We selected which homes we'd buy in each neighborhood, something that came easily as I kept finding dead ends. Hey, I could see Route 192 up ahead, I simply couldn't find it.
A quick stop at the drug store was imperative as poor buddy learned the hard way that she's allergic to neoprene, the material
 from which nearly every camera strap is made. I believe she also replenished her Oreos and milk stock. See, I told you she likes cookies and milk, the party animal.
We summed up the day off from the parks while having dinner at our resort food court. We both had the chicken penne alfredo, hold the alfredo on mine. I think that was the night I got key lime pie from the fridge. Not so good.
Believe or not, we set out for Disney's Boardwalk. Where did we get the energy? I parked at Boardwalk Inn after driving up and down, over and under the parking lot multiple times until I caved and just parked. I never seem to get a spot near the sidewalk. Anyhoo, we walked thru the hotel, out to the back, and down the stairs. I pointed out shops and restaurants to Yoli as we walked but before we got too far, we stopped to watch a magician. He was excellent and hilarious. We laughed and laughed until his show ended. The next few hours were spent at Jellyrolls, the dueling piano bar. I've only been once before and they had a decent crowd but tonight, they were packed. IBM employees took up most of the tables, stools, and air. They were in town for the company's new exhibit at Epcot's Innoventions.
Posted by Lisa Berton on February 27, 2013 8:47 AM | Feedback Form | Permalink | Comments (4)
The previous post in this blog was Disney Pic of the Week: Yellow.
The next post in this blog is Tumble Monkeys.
I love your blogs. You have great wit in your writing.
Anyhoo, I noticed you are wearing what appears to be a "The Endless Summer" shirt. I'm not a beach goer nor a surfer but "The Endless Summer" is one of my favorite movies.
Lisa responds: Hi and yes, you are correct, I am wearing The Endless Summer shirt. I love watching surfers and in my opinion, The Endless Summer is the greatest surfer movie ever. It took me many years to locate the soundtrack.
Posted by Doug | February 27, 2013 2:06 PM
Posted on February 27, 2013 14:06
Lisa has truly missed her writing career.
Lisa responds: I've got a few works up my sleeve. Don't give up on me.
Posted by Agatha | February 28, 2013 7:00 AM
Posted on February 28, 2013 07:00
Just out of curiosity, where are Company D and Cast Connection located on property?
Lisa responds: They are both located behind Magic Kingdom.
Posted by Wayne | February 28, 2013 12:03 PM
Hi Lisa! Love reading your adventures. Have to ask, what was the final Menudo name count at the parks? I play Song Pop and every time I get a Menudo song, I think of you! Thanks for your great stories of the trips!
Lisa responds: We wound up with 48 points, including bonus points. We found 22 names.
Posted by Pam | March 1, 2013 9:26 AM
Posted on March 1, 2013 09:26
This page contains a single entry from the blog posted on February 27, 2013 8:47 AM.