Does everyone know your name??? 18 nights at RPR & HHN....A 2016 Trip Report......

keishashadow said:

Hmm I'm picky re tomato soup, may have to give mythos's a whirl. Re-tried the blueberry crusted pork last visit, still didn't like it lol. Always get the risotto but it was an odd combo that day.

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That is one thing I cannot abide is risotto.......cannot get the taste for it at all.........did like the sound of the blueberry pork, but never ordered it yet.........

I can't eat tomatoes, but it does smell delicious.............

I forgot to ask a Q re the recently posted pics of knock turn alley...did you use your new purple camera? If so was it on auto or did u fiddle with it (for lack of a better term). I haven't had much luck with low-light situations with mine If any sort of movement involved.

keishashadow said:

I forgot to ask a Q re the recently posted pics of knock turn alley...did you use your new purple camera? If so was it on auto or did u fiddle with it (for lack of a better term). I haven't had much luck with low-light situations with mine If any sort of movement involved.

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Yep, it wasn't great in those conditions.....any movement and the pictures blurred really easily. We tended to stick to Tom's "good" camera for those images........haven't fiddled much with it I have to say........maybe I should.......

Funnily enough my older camera takes great night shots.....but it's very temperamental and seems to switch itself off at times.......lol........

We left the Club Lounge and walked down past Tchoup Chop and into the business and convention area. I find this place quite creepy at night as there isn't anyone around for the most part. You see a few staff members or security, but that's about it.....



It doesn't take long to walk through to Sapphire Falls this way, and with the extreme weather we have outside we are glad of this route. We see how bad the storm still is when we get to the bridge area across the main road......this is where the carpets change and you know you are in Sapphire Falls......



The walk takes less than 10 minutes to the lobby, we had taken our time tonight as with the weather was the way it was, we wouldn't be going anywhere else tonight........the lobby was quite busy tonight and we did wonder if we would get into Strongwater Tavern tonight........



We walked over to the entrance and looked in, it was so busy, didn't seem to be any tables or sofas free, so we saw 2 seats at the bar and just got them.

The barman was with us immediately and we ordered a white wine fore and Tom had a beer and a special rum he wanted to try....he enjoyed both.......we were seated beside a couple from upstate New York and we ended up having a lovely evening chatting to them.......

The bar is stocked full of the most amazing types of Rum and many other drinks too.......







We looked at the food menu and decided to order a couple of dishes between us. They are tapas style but in varying styles including Jamaican and Cuban. Our first dishes we order are Beef Empanadas and a fish ceviche dish.......





They are both lovely with my personal preference being the ceviche......it was delicious and so fresh.

The bar is now beginning to get even busier, and as myself and the lady we are chatting to head to the ladies room we see a queue of around 30 deep waiting to get in.....there isn't a seat to be had in the whole place and we are glad we got in when we did. The poor girl was having to tell irate people there was just no seats inside.




We came back and Tom was happily chatting politics and guns with the guy......always interesting to hear opinions......but now we were ready to order some more food.......the waiter told us the kitchen had said not to take anymore food orders for at least 40 minutes as they were backed up........looking out the window we could see the rain was still torrential so I think most folks had the same idea of not going far tonight.

He did take our order but said it may be a while, that was fine with us.......we had nice drinks and good company to pass the time.......however after about 15 minutes our food appeared.......one was a chicken curry and the other a spicy beef dish........







Tom managed to choose another couple of rum`s to sample........not really my drink of choice unless it`s in a cocktail......but he enjoyed the ones he had.





There had also been a mix up and they had sent up another Beef Empanada........although we hadn't ordered another our waiter said we should just have it as we had to wait.......we hadn't really, but nice of him anyway.......the beef dish and the curry were delicious and spicy enough for us........we sometimes find things not spicy enough for us, but this was just nice.........these were also really filling so we couldn't finish the empanadas.......but the guy beside us enjoyed them.

It was quite loud in here now.......but we could still chat, and we were just enjoying wiling the evening away and every so often glance out and were happy we weren't outside in this weather. I did however feel for those who were venturing to HHN tonight. It was awful weather.



But, before we knew where we were, it was after 11.30 and time for us to go. We paid our check and gave our lovely waiter an extra special tip as he had been excellent despite the place being so busy and had given Tom some excellent advice on the selection of rums he had tasted. I stuck to wine........

We were both tired now, so we said our goodbyes to the couple whom we had enjoyed a lovely evening with and walked back to RPR back through the same way we had arrived. It was still so quiet and we were back in our room before we knew it. Such a convenient walk especially when weather is awful like tonight.

We put the tv on in the bedroom and watch that for a while, I am too tired to jump in the shower, so it`s lights off and try not to think we only have 2 more sleeps before we fly home.

SUNDAY 2ND OCTOBER.........

Today we didn't have much planned, but had some very important folks to meet.

We didn't sleep that great last night, I think the thought of our trip ending was keeping me awake, and by me being awake so was Tom. But, I was keen to shower in the morning, and after we were both ready we Skyped Kyle and had a good old chat to him........we now wouldn't talk to him till we got home........he was happy we had enjoyed our trip but would be glad to see us home.........

Breakfast was relaxed and leisurely this morning.........and then we went back down to our room to begin an attempt to pack up all our stuff. I was kinda nervous about this, despite me thinking I hadn't bought that much......I had.

We did get some of it packed, but decided to leave most of it till tonight and tomorrow morning.........

I was going downstairs to meet macraven as I knew when she was checking in.........but, when I got down to the lobby, she was busy at the desk, so I sat and waited for her to be done.

Meanwhile the lovely Robo56 came up and introduced herself to me........she recognised me obviously and it was nice to meet up after emailing for a while........we chatted and got to know each other and time passed quickly. She also got me a lovely gift bag, which I was thrilled with. Very thoughtful.

After a while mac was done, and we went over to say hi.........but, I had been gone longer than I thought so it was brief but we were meeting up later for HHN........so we made arrangements and I said goodbye to Robo who I was so happy to have met finally........I headed back upstairs to find Tom watching a scifi movie.........he does love scifi.

We took a few more pics of the room before we headed off to Citywalk for lunch then meet up with mac and Keishashadow who I had been so looking forward to meeting for ages!!!! Ages!!!








And of course another of the view......



We decide to take the boat to Citywalk and we`re still not sure where we will eat.......but we decide on Cowfish. We have enjoyed every meal we have eaten there and think it`ll be a little quieter at lunch........so we go to the restaurant and are seated immediately upstairs looking out over Citywalk. Don't think we`ve ever eaten up here........we both order strawberry lemonades and decide what to have for lunch.......












We order and I choose my favourite Jalapeno show stopper with sweet potato fries and Tom orders the swine burger with regular fries.......








Looked lovely, and the burgers were, but my fries were cold, stone cold. So I had to wait till she appeared and tell her......she said she would get new fries immediately........but we waited quite a while. I had finished my burger at this point and Tom was finished his before she brought the fresh fries. So, not a major issue but just not as perfect as it had been on other occasions. We paid our check and left at that point. I think dinner is a much better choice her for food. We saw a couple of people send things back.

We headed into the Studios. We still had an hour or so till we were meeting Keisha and mac at 3pm. So we went and did Shrek, Despicable Me and The Mummy.......we didn't want to wander too far as it was boiling hot.......so we sat outside the Universal Store at the entrance and watched the world go by for a while.......

I glanced to the entrance and immediately recognised Keisha and her mister walking through the gates and heading to guest service.........so we wandered over and tapped her on the shoulder.........it was so lovely to finally meet up with them both........we knew immediately we would have fun together........same sense of humour and both of us have the best husbands ever!!!!

Once they sorted out what they were doing we wandered in and went to the Boulangerie and had a coffee while we waited for macraven who was coming in a little bit. We sat for what seemed like 5 minutes and chatted like old friends.......we had also been emailing each other for a long time, so it was fabulous to finally meet up.

Macraven appeared soon, and after a brief chat again, we headed in to do a little of HHN. We weren't staying long at all tonight, we were tired. I know my legs ahd almost given up on me after so many days and nights of traipsing around, and we still had to pack.

But, we wandered in and headed to Simpson`s holding area........they had plenty of seats and we could get a drink there........didn't take long and we found a seat and got drinks........it was so lovely being altogether and all getting on so well..........we of course had to take some pictures and we asked a man if he would take one of all of us.









We sat a little longer then headed round to do Halloween together........the regular queue was a walk on so we all did that.....it was a fun house to do together and we all got a little spook I think.........we came out and mac, Keisha and mister Keisha had plans to meet up with some folks they usually meet up, so at that point rather reluctantly we said our goodbyes and went our separate ways.........we would love to have spent the rest of the night with them and now, we wished we had. We did Halloween again with our EP and then wandered back through the scare zones.........we didn't take a whole lot of pics as we were now in wind down mode. But we enjoyed just walking slowly through the zones and watching others get scared..........

From the other side of the road we heard this voice bellow out.........."schumigirl" lol.......we both looked over and saw a girl and a guy waving..........we have no clue who it was but they merrily waved and we waved back........doubt we will ever find out who they were, but they knew me.

We got the boat back to RP and went to our room. We got the gifts for the staff in the Club Lounge and went up with them.......all our favourite staff were on, we had checked when they were working together and gave over the gifts......some for all of them and individual thank you`s too. They were over the moon and thanked us so much......we were so sad to be leaving some of them again. We sat for a little while and then went down to eat in Tchoup Chop.

It was dessert hour and this was the offerings.......








I do love crème brulee, but as we were going for dinner we didn't want to have anything, so Lyanne put a few on a plate for us to take away.......we thanked her and said our goodbyes to the team as we wouldn't see them tomorrow........we would miss them. We went via our room to put them in the fridge for later........


We had a very strange relationship with Tchoup Chop........we had a bad meal, mediocre meal and no meal on one occasion........we often felt we weren't meant to eat there............but we would try again tonight.

It wasn't busy so we got seated immediately. Such a nice restaurant.








We ordered a couple of cocktails, chose crunchy shrimp and ribs as appetisers and two different sushi`s to share for entrees.........it was all lovely........and the cocktails were so nice........











Little blurry pics, but food was lovely.......the ribs were surprisingly filling and were so tasty......very much fall off the bone..........

We both ordered another cocktail before our entrée arrived.........The sushi was lovely.......I cant remember what we ordered, but one was something like red dragon.........and we really enjoyed them both.......but had to agree that Orchids was actually better for sushi.






We were so glad to say we had finally enjoyed a meal in here.......Kyle was surprised we had chosen it as our final meal this year......we sometimes had back luck with our last evening dinner.......but, it was nice and we were now keen to get back up to our room, have a glass of wine and our desserts.

So, that's what we did..........had some wine and the creme brulees were lovely........we sat and watched some TV trying to ignore this was finally our last night, and desperately trying to ignore the stuff that was still to be packed.

We finally went to bed after gazing out of the window for a while.........

Tomorrow would be a long day.

MONDAY 3RD OCTOBER..........

We slept so late today.........we did sleep well, but woke around 5am and took ages to get back to sleep........I cant remember what time we got up but we were shocked..........anyway, we had a lot to fit in this morning........first was a shower. A long shower..........that was so nice....I would definitely miss that one.........Tom got ready too and we didn't even mention at that point it was our last day.

We went up to breakfast, glad we didn't miss that and saw our favourite guy again.........such a lovely young man who has a fabulous future ahead of him.......



We ate slowly and passed the time chatting to staff today, CL was fairly quiet and we were slightly later........we enjoyed cinnamon bun fruit and some meats......and coffee. Then sadly said our goodbyes again........began to feel like Frank Sinatra........

But we went back down to our room and began the daunting task of packing. I still didn't want to think about it......but, we managed it.......our extra case was full to bursting and our 2 regular cases felt very heavy. We did have our own little set of travel scales, a gift form macraven a few years ago, but turns out we had packed them......lol.....not much use to us today. But we hoped we would be ok......if not we would just pay the excess baggage.

So we were now all packed up and ready to go. We went down to check out and I can now feel the sadness building......but today I feel not too bad......cant wait to see our boy again.

We check out and hand over the gifts for the front desk staff that have been so kind and helpful to us.......we do not need to see our friend as we have already said our goodbyes....so we head straight out and down to the car. This is where I feel a smart of tears in my eyes........sunglasses on and we make our walk of shame to the car and get it packed up.

Driving to the airport is always a sombre drive, and today is no different. Such a contrast to the incoming journey that is full of expectation and excitement for what lies ahead........today we feel a little flat.

We return the car and expect the usual "you owe us" scam......but again, Alamo prove to be so different to Dollar and she tells us we owe nothing and have a safe flight home. yay.........

Over to airport and we take our final gulps of fresh air till tomorrow morning where the air will be more than a little cooler.

We get in the queue to drop our luggage and it moves fairly quickly.......I dread our luggage being weighed and when it`s our turn we get the friendly smiley staff member who tells us we`re not too much over an doesn`t charge us anything......the other 2 cases are spot on with weight, almost.

So now we are checked in we go round and head for some lunch. We just eat at the food court and we decide on Panda Express and pray there is no msg in it like they say.........it was lovely and we really enjoyed it along with a final large Fanta. We never feel like taking pictures today.......so no food pics. We sit for a while and watch the world pass by and marvel at all the nationalities and families all prepare for their journey.........

We decide it`s time to wander through security, but first take a couple of pictures of the area........it`s so pretty for an airport













We get through security with minimal fuss today.......shoes off, laptops out...... the usual......but before too llong we are on the little mini monorail heading to our flight.

We head straight into Duty Free and pick up some alcohol......huge Jack Daniels a large Absolute Vodka and 2 Ciroc Vodka......the lady tells us we are over our limit, but it`s never an issue bringing back such a small amount over the limit we can take back into the UK. We will pick this up on the plane.......

Time passes very quickly and they are calling our flight to board.......we are always on last as we have exit row seats......thankfully we have space above to put our hand luggage and duty free........and we get settle in to our seats.

Bit blurry, but this is why we love these seats.......when the chute area is so far away from the seats, you have a huge amount of space in front of you and people are told not to congregate in this area, so it`s ideal and very spacious.



Everyone was boarded promptly and doors closed right on time.........this was what we liked to hear......we were on time and would even land an hour early.......thank goodness for a good jet stream.

We took off and it was to be a short and uneventful flight. We had some food that is never great coming back, which is why we eat something substantial at the airport. I couldn't even guess what the meal was looking at it........so we ordered me a couple of the little bottles of wine and I drank them and hoped to sleep, wishful thinking.

Once the lights dimmed it was quiet apart from one little girl who literally cried all the way home......her mother tried her best, but there was no consoling her........I had noise cancelling headphones on and eventually fell over for a couple of hours. Don't think Tom got more than an hour.

We landed at 5am which was exactly one hour before we were due in.........excellent. Got off almost first and got down to immigration and through in an instant. This was quick.........it`s funny how you should be exhausted but spring to life somehow.......now was the wait for the luggage.....we were always last with this.......so, within a few minutes the carousel started and we couldn't believe our first piece came though.......then the other 2 followed fairly quickly......we were surprised.

Got out and because we had been so smart, our usual breakfast place hadn't even opened yet........but, a quick bathroom visit and when we got back it had opened.

Big mugs of tea and a bacon roll for each of us.........it was delicious........and we so enjoyed our tea after almost 3 weeks of coffee.........when we had finished we walked along the skywalk to The Radisson and picked up the keys to our car.......another bathroom visit and we were on our way........

Roadworks made our journey a little longer, but around 10.30 am, we got back home and hugged the life out of our boy........we were so happy to see him and he was us too. And I have to say, again, the house was immaculate......no laundry waiting either........what a great lad!!!

Instead of going straight to bed, we had a cup of tea with him and began unpacking a little......and caught up with each other.........before long however we began flagging a little and we headed to bed for a much deserved sleep.......I did glance at our master shower and decide it needs changing.......it`s a decent size, but I had been spoiled.....lol......

We slept for 3 hours which we like to do then stay awake till around 11pm and we find that gets us back into some kind of normality and jet lag isn't as bad. We always have a Chinese take out meal on the night we come back, so that's exactly what we do after having unpacked all the laundry and all our purchases........even Kyle was surprised how much we came back with after telling him we hadn't bought that much.


So, that's our trip over for another year...........we had such an amazing time as always. We adore the RPR more than we can say, we are so looked after and spoiled with some amazing staff members who truly are so important to us........they know who they are

Meeting up with friends again is always a high point. Catching up with Todd, macraven, Robo and of course meeting up with Keisha finally was so lovely........I can honestly say Janet`s husband apart from being a lovely gentleman, has the kindest eyes I have ever seen........and you can really see how much he adores his lovely wife. It was real pleasure spending time with everyone even if it was short. Never got to spend the time with macraven that we did the year before, but at least we had some time........sad to miss others like Vicki.........hopefully next time.

HHN was amazing!!!! Not the best year we have gone to, but pretty darn close........Myers house was top for us, but they all had something that made us enjoy it so much. Scare actors again were top notch.

Parks were fabulous despite not being able to ride Dr Doom this year.......but it`s only one ride.......the rest of the time we had in the parks we enjoyed it every time. And getting around Orlando is always fun too. We saw some nice places and had some lovely food and have some very nice souvenirs..........

The title of the thread this year was kinda obvious early on.......so many people recognised me and it was nice speaking to every one of them.........and they all had some kind words which was lovely.

So, finally finished again and I have loved writing this again.......and it has been lovely reading all your lovely comments along the way........I hope you enjoyed my sometime ramblings and many pictures and now I start to look forward to next year.

It is our 25th wedding anniversary and my 50th birthday in September.........we did think about so many other places we could go........but ultimately went for our happy place again. The rest we can do when Tom takes early retirement. So next year we have another 18 nights at RPR starting in September again..........

Hope you can join in with story again then............Thank You for reading this one.........

I must say I think I've developed a crush on Tom! On top of that smile, I love that he's ornery and gets you all the time. LOL. And, LOVE HIS SHIRTS! YES! A true nerdy shirt can capture my heart quickly!

Amazing report again! It's making me so excited for our adventure this summer! Hoping my boyfriend can join us, but if not, will be celebrating my little guy's year-early graduation from elementary school. CANNOT WAIT! Thanks so much for sharing your adventure!!!!!

Love the pics...you always manage to capture the essence of the parks and transport us to our happy place

Sad that your wonderful trip report is over and I can't believe we missed each other this time...we were there for a week and didn't run into each other once

Next year let's make a date to meet up at Strongwater for drinks so it doesn't happen again

schumigirl said:

Yep, it wasn't great in those conditions.....any movement and the pictures blurred really easily. We tended to stick to Tom's "good" camera for those images........haven't fiddled much with it I have to say........maybe I should.......

Funnily enough my older camera takes great night shots.....but it's very temperamental and seems to switch itself off at times.......lol........

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At least I know I'm not alone with the nighttime photo issues. Think I'll dig the camera out and mess with it a bit, maybe there's a secret in there somewhere. I do just hate lugging the good camera in the parks, depending on which lens it can get so heavy after a few hours.

Carole your kind words are most appreciated. I was so happy to get to finally meet you and Tom. Sometimes the online friendship doesn't translate to RL, so glad we go along like thieves lol. Have to admit I adore Dave. I had to kiss so many frogs along the way. I thank God every day for sending me my DH. Why he puts up with me is a mystery lol. You and Tom really are a dynamic duo! Nice to see how you two have kept the magic going in your marriage.

Hmm emeril's sushi looked good. Haven't tried it in a few years but may give I another go this year. It is convenient when staying @ RP.

Sad to see the trippie is over but it was another winner, thanks for taking the time. It really is a labor of love to share this.

Thank you for taking the time to write your report. I really enjoyed reading it and looked forward to each new entry.

Nuts! It's all over.So enjoy your reports-the way you and Tom travel would be wonderful to emulate!Can't wait til next year-thanks for sharing!!!

angryduck71 said:

I must say I think I've developed a crush on Tom! On top of that smile, I love that he's ornery and gets you all the time. LOL. And, LOVE HIS SHIRTS! YES! A true nerdy shirt can capture my heart quickly!

Amazing report again! It's making me so excited for our adventure this summer! Hoping my boyfriend can join us, but if not, will be celebrating my little guy's year-early graduation from elementary school. CANNOT WAIT! Thanks so much for sharing your adventure!!!!!

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Lol........that made me laugh........he does love those tee shirts........and you'll make his day when I tell him what you said........

Aww hope your boyfriend can join you next year........but, even if he doesn't I know you and the little guy will have a blast.....hope you're going to share with us......will enjoy reading that trip report........thank you so much and I'm glad you enjoyed reading along

tink1957 said:

Love the pics...you always manage to capture the essence of the parks and transport us to our happy place

Sad that your wonderful trip report is over and I can't believe we missed each other this time...we were there for a week and didn't run into each other once

Next year let's make a date to meet up at Strongwater for drinks so it doesn't happen again

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Yep, Vicki we'll get in touch properly just before our trip next year and make a plan, we did look out for youse guys in the parks, but yep, just didn't collide.............glad you enjoyed reading too.......

macraven said:

Another great trip report from our beloved Schumi !

Thank youse

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Thank you too Mac, you are a big part of our trip report although this year it just didn't work time wise.....but we so enjoyed the time we had and you did manage to get a little "Tom time" too........

keishashadow said:

At least I know I'm not alone with the nighttime photo issues. Think I'll dig the camera out and mess with it a bit, maybe there's a secret in there somewhere. I do just hate lugging the good camera in the parks, depending on which lens it can get so heavy after a few hours.

Carole your kind words are most appreciated. I was so happy to get to finally meet you and Tom. Sometimes the online friendship doesn't translate to RL, so glad we go along like thieves lol. Have to admit I adore Dave. I had to kiss so many frogs along the way. I thank God every day for sending me my DH. Why he puts up with me is a mystery lol. You and Tom really are a dynamic duo! Nice to see how you two have kept the magic going in your marriage.

Hmm emeril's sushi looked good. Haven't tried it in a few years but may give I another go this year. It is convenient when staying @ RP.

Sad to see the trippie is over but it was another winner, thanks for taking the time. It really is a labor of love to share this.

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Thank you Janet........yes,we were a fun little gang....all 5 of us..............I knew we would get along just grand away from emails........we loved spending time with youse too.........I'm like you, I'm not sure how Tom puts up with me at times .......we must be doing something right to have such wonderful guys......

I'm rubbish with cameras......have no clue, but I like a press and shoot, so Tom can keep his big fancy camera for those night shots and I'll keep the easy one.......

Yep, the Sushi was good, but its better in Orchids, not sure exactly what it was because it was lovely.......did enjoy Tom's ribs more though........bless him, he did share despite not really wanting too.......lol......

I'm so glad you enjoyed reading along Janet and we loved you both being part of it too.........

Dynamoliz said:

Thank you for taking the time to write your report. I really enjoyed reading it and looked forward to each new entry.

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Oh I'm so glad to read that.........Thank you so much, it's so nice to know you enjoyed it........and thank you for the lovely comments too........

Owlpost23 said:

Nuts! It's all over.So enjoy your reports-the way you and Tom travel would be wonderful to emulate!Can't wait til next year-thanks for sharing!!!

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Lol......yep, I'm kinda glad and sad too it's finished.......it takes such a long time to do, but, I love writing it......

It's definitely a way to travel that suits us down to the ground.........

Thank you very much for the kind and lovely comments and I'm so glad you enjoyed it........yep, next year will be here before I know it I imagine..........

I am so sad this trip report is finished. I absolutely love hearing about how much fun you and Tom have in Orlando. Thank you for sharing with us!

It really was a fun time, do wish we had more time to hang. One nice thing about being ensconced @ RP during Matthew was being able to hang with Mac and poke around the resort. we had a ton of fun and made the best of it. Got to meet pcstang too. Gotta love the adventures in Orlando!

Let's see...I'm counting approx 10 months till the next TR!

I just love your reports! Thank you for taking the time to do them. Makes me look forward to our trip in April. (I wish it was 18 days though)

Love the Halloween pics as well! Maybe someday I will have the nerve to attend! My husband would love it!

Tmarmac said:

I am so sad this trip report is finished. I absolutely love hearing about how much fun you and Tom have in Orlando. Thank you for sharing with us!

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Awww....thank you so much......I'm honestly so glad you enjoyed reading along with us........

keishashadow said:

It really was a fun time, do wish we had more time to hang. One nice thing about being ensconced @ RP during Matthew was being able to hang with Mac and poke around the resort. we had a ton of fun and made the best of it. Got to meet pcstang too. Gotta love the adventures in Orlando!

Let's see...I'm counting approx 10 months till the next TR!

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You're counting already........lol........yep, glad you had such a nice time on your trip too.........yep, Orlando is full of adventures! Haven't managed to meet PC yet........

Seeker615 said:

I just love your reports! Thank you for taking the time to do them. Makes me look forward to our trip in April. (I wish it was 18 days though)

Love the Halloween pics as well! Maybe someday I will have the nerve to attend! My husband would love it!

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I'd bet you would love HHN!!! It is so much fun.........and you'd make your husband sooooo happy......

Thank you for the lovely words.......glad you enjoyed it, and your trip is just around the corner......you'll have a wonderful time I'm sure...........

Aww. What a great report. I'd like to say hello to ya in person one of these days. Great pictures as always, and nice that you had a great ride home. We'll tell ya how Universal looks next week. I decided we should try the Portifino for an early breakfast before checking into our Sea World hotel. That AP is still burning in my pocketbook, so we'll park at CityWalk for free and take the stroll or hopefully hop on a boat.