So I left my house around 3:45--- and it was 25 degrees! Brr.
I also have to admit that I checked the door about 5 times before I left for good; I get quite nervous when I leave town for more than a few days. I almost ran out of gas on the way to the airport, which was prettttty nervewracking, but Midnight Buttercup (that's the name of my gray VW Bug) and I made it to the airport okay. AND, when I pulled into the airport, a certain Future Husband pulled up just behind me! Perfect timing on my part. By the way, we both had to park at the airport because we only have street parking: and if there had been a snow storm, which there WAS, our cars might have been towed.
We parked in the Super Saver lot, and the shuttle was already there: and we were the only ones on it. This meant that Cindy got to lay down:
Doesn't she look relaxed?
Check in was not nearly as complicated as I thought it would be--- it only took them a few extra minutes to get Cindy her seat--- and security was a breeze. I had to put Cindy through the scanner, but luckily some rather slow old folks were behind me in line, so she didn't get crushed on the conveyer belt or anything. We wound up having to wait about 2 hours to board due to my instance on being incredibly early. I didn't want to miss my wedding flight!
I got an order of Johnny Rockets half rings and half fries because I was starving (I hadn't eaten much due to the Mama Drama), and it was the largest order of food I have ever received. Seriously. I forgot to take a picture because I think I was overwhelmed. We ended up saving over half of it and put it in the backpack.
After waiting and waiting and waiting, it was FINALLY time to board. They did some silly trivia thing and gave out Southwest $25 vouchers and inflatable planes. I boarded the plane easily (and I didn't get "Kevin Smithed" at all!), and gave Cindy her window seat. She got buckled up:
And then we were on our way! I can assure you that having the entire row to ourselves was
so much more comfortable. We were able to stretch out a little and it was a smooth, enjoyable flight. I read
The Jane Austen Book Club (well, most of it); it was okay. No one offered Cindy a drink or anything though! I had some free drink coupons, and Chris and I each had a drink: it definitely helped me relax. We landed in Florida about 20 minutes ahead of schedule.
Look how excited I look! Chris is just dealing with me.
And then it was time to get our luggage and head to DME! Now, one thing that wasn't fun: after going to baggage claim (we had to get our own bags because our flight landed after 10pm), going back up, and traversing all around MCO with that 10lb dress: my arm was KILLING me. I should have done exercises to prep for this!
We headed over to DME and got in the Beach Club line (!!!)
And waited on the bus for a bit. I always manage to pick a row that has an awful view of the TV and Chris gets annoyed lol. It was also quite uncomfortable for me because I had a 10lb dress in my lap. Oh well. It was around this time that the Johnny Rockets came into play: we got starving again and started eating it like we had the munchies.
Again! I look excited. Chris looks asleep.
We stopped at POR, Boardwalk, and the Yacht Club first, and then got to the Beach Club. I had never stayed there before, but I fell in love with the lobby. (I didn't take pictures that night because I was too tired, so y'all don't get pics yet!). We got our room, and we were off.
I don't know if other people are crazy like me, but I love looking at pictures of hotel rooms. Here was our room; I am still in love with it:
The bed has a Little Mermaid comforter. It's adorable.
(I even like the plaid couch! I love plaid!)
(Super-comfortable chairs)
I unpacked a little bit; ate some more of the fries/onion rings (I told you they gave us so much!!!); and then went to bed. I was exhausted, but SO excited.
I love you so much, Jackie. 
So, I think this is a great and therapeutic hobby to do. 
> Me being jealous. 
