Oh my goodness, I know the airlines really get you on those "over the weight limit" fees! That's why I tried really hard to keep it under 50. And by the way, your book club sounds amazing. Being in one is something that I've always wanted to do but never have - I love the name, so clever!
Also, looking forward to the story about your dad. I think great stories are the best ways to keep those that we love with us
Well, if you ever wanna start an online book club, let me know. I am ALWAYS up for a good book discussion. I am sure you are too!
Hi Jackie,
Loved the start to your TR and the fact you buckled your dress in. Brilliant. The Beach Club looks great, very nice indeed. I hear on you on travelling with a dress being a pain, my hands were red raw carrying mine and James didn't offer to help once!
My thoughts will be with you through this hard time, much love to you xx
What the heck, James! Chris did offer to help. I am very stubborn though. And thank you. <3
So glad you have decided to start your TR
I hope you have safe travels, it's supposed to snow- about 6-8 inches tomorrow. We're welcoming you back with the pretty white stuff! We'll all be thinking of you these next few days!
Ughhh that's a lot of snow. I am flying in to Providence; cross your fingers that they get less and I don't have delays.
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Day 2, Part 1
My big plan for today was Chris and I were going to sleep in and relax. We had, after all, had a rather stressful few months, and I just wanted peace and quiet. I told him that I would be happy as long as we were at the Magic Kingdom by, say, 11:30.
...So, naturally, we both woke up at 6:30am, wired and ready to go!
We got up, showered, and then went down to bell services to get Chris's, James's, and my dad's tuxedos. Well, I supervised the getting and then browsed the gift shop while Chris lugged them back to the hotel room. (Hey, I carried a 10lb dress across the continent; all he had to do was bring some tuxedos down some hallways.) I snapped this picture:
Pretty window decorations!
We got breakfast and ate our yummy chocolate chip muffins in the Solarium (I loved that place; the hardwood floors reminded me of so many places in Connecticut from my childhood),
and then I snapped some pretty pictures of the lobby.
The Snow White made me think of Michelle.
And I think we all know how much I love ponies!!
I am fairly certain I want to live at the Beach Club. I fell head-over-heels in love with this resort. Bethie, will you adopt Chris and me so we can share your DVC??
After my dilly-dallying (I was trying so hard to relax!), we hopped on a bus to the Magic Kingdom. Little Miss "Oh, I just want to get there by 11:30am" was through the gates by 9:18am. (Why yes, I did record the time.) We did stop for a picture first though!
We then proceeded to hit HM, POTC, BTMRR, SpM, JC, the Teacups, and the TTA, with little to no wait for all of them. This is the general order we do rides, sans the teacups: I hadn't been on them since our first trip together in 2006 where he spun them way too quickly and almost made me lose my dinner. Stupid 19 year old boys!!!! This time, he let me control the ride. I've trained him well.
Also, I forgot to mention: it was COLD! It was definitely below 60. Not what I am used to!
When we were on the TTA, I spotted Chip and Dale in their space outfits (because, you know, chipmunks go to space all the time) and decided we had to go meet them. They were really cute: they led Chris away from me so they could have me all to themselves! In the end, we all got a picture together.
By this time, we could smell the fries and whatnot coming from Cosmic Ray's, so it was time for lunch. I got a turkey sandwich that was eh, and Chris got a burger that was predictable: a Disney burger is a Disney burger. I took pictures of the food, but they're not worth showing. As I was getting ketchup, I bumped into my MOH Richelle!!! I hadn't seen her since September, so it was pretty exciting. This was her first time in the MK, and they had gotten almost everything done that they had wanted to do already because she was a super planner. I had given her an old copy of the Unofficial Guide and it became her Disney Bible, although it did give her nightmares about her showing up to the MK and not being able to find a map! Our reunion was quick though, because I needed foooood.
After lunch, we were pretty much wiped out for the morning. I did get the picture though (and I just love the little Pluto I added in the corner; he looks like such a creeper).
We browsed the shops on Main Street: I found the Disney Bride t-shirt, but it was slightly too tight and more than slightly too see through. I fell in love with almost everything in Uptown Jewelers though (I bought some stuff later on in the trip). I also bought the most amazing souvenir EVER in Art of Disney, but it's still packed. Someone remind me to show it to you once I unpack it!!!
We ended up leaving the MK around 1:30ish: I had to call Christy and Beaute Speciale with my room number. Unfortunately, around this time Becky texted me to tell me her flight was delayed (poor Becky!), and I called my grandparents and found out that they were running behind schedule because they were waiting on the oxygen guy to show up with a fresh supply. Chris's groomsman James showed up and they tried their tuxes on: everything fit! woohoo! I stood outside on the balcony while they changed, as I had decided I didn't want to see Chris all dressed up before the wedding day. (This was a rule he had made up and then gone back on, but I decided to keep it in effect because I thought it was slightly adorable.) Here was my view from the balcony: not altogether exciting, but better than a parking lot.
Shortly after Chris and James were fully dressed, I called my grandparents: they had just arrived! I asked them for their room number, opened the door, anddddddddd: there they were. Oh yes, my grandparents were directly across the hall from me. Let me repeat this: my grandparents. were directly across. the hall. from me. And would be on my
wedding night. You ladies, please let that sink in.
I then looked down the hall, and guess who was there: my Aunt, Uncle, and little cousin! It was... nice, but also not-so if you catch my drift.
After everyone settled in, everyone decided to barge into our studio hotel room. Chris and James attempted to hide out on the balcony, but to no avail, as my uncle and Grandpa (who henceforth will be known as "Gaga," as that is what I have called him since I was two and saying "Grandpa" is entirely too awkward) followed him. Apparently my Uncle Paul, who Chris is not close with, gave Chris a hug. I know because he kept reminding me throughout the whole trip. Boys are weird. I showed the women of my family some of my wedding stuff, and everyone seemed to be jolly and excited, and the wedding was starting to feel real! We ended up having to shoo people out though, as I had to get ready for the night. Chris, James, and I were going to head over to DHS for a bit (I desperately needed to see the Osborne Lights), and then Chris and I were going to Yachtsman for our last dinner together as a single couple.
This is my breaking point for the night. I probably won't have part 2 up until Wednesday night. I did want to say one more thing though. I wanted to let you all know that Lacy has totally redeemed herself in my eyes: she has taken my dad's dog Thunder in. We were trying to find a home for Thunder, but he was going to have to go to a non-kill animal shelter and, really, it would have taken so long for a 7 year old West Highland Terrier with a recovering skin condition to find a home. It was breaking my heart that I couldn't take her in, but my apartment is just too tiny for two dogs. Chris asked her, and she agreed, and Thunder is now safe and sound in a home where she will be loved. (On a side note, yes, my dad DID name a sweet little Westie "Thunder.")
So, I think this is a great and therapeutic hobby to do. 
> Me being jealous. 
in shock with Lacy's amazing gesture to take Thunder in. That's pretty radical. +1 to Lacy! 
