ABCs of a Nursing School Grad Trip + FL Keys Mini Report;D is for: Dang! Last Chapter of this TR...

Positively, hands down the most BIZARRE piece of "art" on Disney property. Only those of us who've been in the HOOP men's bathroom will know of this. (Don't ask... XP)

img_3406-jpg.212526


Boys and Girls, this is just... sketchy. Seriously whose idea WAS this?!?!?!
I don't know if we should think of this as a "those beans must have been spoiled" or a Brokeback Mountain "group" situation. Either way, it is bizarre.
 
I don't know if we should think of this as a "those beans must have been spoiled" or a Brokeback Mountain "group" situation. Either way, it is bizarre.
You know... it's funny. I almost cracked a Brokeback Mountain joke as well, and thought... EEK! Do I do it? Would I risk a Forum slap on the wrist? I'm glad you took up the mantle, Jeff! Nice going! Glenn's comment was pretty funny on his TR too- something to the effects of a mass mandatory underwear change. (@glennbo123 )
 
I totally missed your Boo to you update! I'm glad I went back and looked.

Buahahaha! Let me know how long you were tormented with that.

Actually, even though I've seen the parade twice, I don't know how the song goes. What does torment me even more to no end is the darned Disneyland Christmas Parade song. I've never sat an watched it, but so many times I've been tormented by it as I'm on my way to dinner, and we get stuck.

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaand, he's gone.

You did better that I did the one time I went to the party.

I gave it my best shot (metaphorically speaking) and here's what you get.

Funny, I didn't realize that it was Mickey's parade....at least after reading someone else's report.... :rolleyes1

There always has to be a personal favorite of the bunch. THIS one is IT! Hot diggity. Score!

She's giving you some serious stinkeye!

For the sake of moving things along, it's time for a Fireworks Extravaganza- Hallowishes Style!! I know, I know, it was hard to contain myself, though. I tried; I really did try to narrow it down to just a few representative shots. But it was hard! I mean the castle was just so... beautiful.

Feel free to overload us on fireworks. It doesn't cost anything, and we can always scroll past if we're not interested.

WHAT THE WHAT??! Is that light pole doing in ALL of my photos.

You know if you hadn't pointed this out, I might not have noticed it, but as soon as you mentioned it, I looked for it in every single picture.

Regardless, some of the pix actually turned out ok.

It thought there were some very good ones in there.

Right, photos of the castle. Both of the Pretty Castle Show and Hallowishes. Enjoy all the pictures, complete with a stupid, freaking light fixture in every. single. one.

Like I said, I may hot have noticed without you saying. Just sayin' :confused3
 


Glenn's comment was pretty funny on his TR too- something to the effects of a mass mandatory underwear change.

It was a joke I heard a loooong time ago (and I try to remember them all!). The original joke was in the context of a group of soldiers, but was easily revamped to apply to a group of cowboys.
 
Just checking in and catching up. It's been a tough month to fit in DIS time. Your firework pictures and parade pictures are great! We all love the Boo to you Parade.
 
Happy New Year Liesa!! Loved the fireworks update for the end of the year. Worked out like perfect timing!

As to parades: I am not a parade person at all (I positively hate MSE), but the Boo to You parade is fantastic! This used to be the only parade that I ever liked. Until I saw Paint the Night. In my opinion you should go to Disneyland to see Paint the Night, NOT MSE. ;) Hopefully you will get a chance to see it in the future though, it is an amazing parade!
 


Having spent plenty of time hitting the highlights for rides with zero to little wait, it was time to set out in search of other scary adventures.
You find zero wait times scary. Interesting...
eaten enough terrifying, yet delicious, food to do serious exorcism of anything that might have yet lingered inside,
TMI!!! TMI!!!!!!!
Well, that just sucks hard, because, of all the things I wanted to get a decent photo of, it was of He Who Rides Headless.
He's a hard dude to pin down.
Even if you're ready.... it's not an easy shot.
Now, I don't know about y'all, but I have a very special knack and talent for biffing it royally in parade timing.
I don't... but I do love the word "biffing".
MSEP, in my humble yet much debated, opinion is the only one worth really giving the time of night to.
Not the 3pm parade? I wasn't a fan before, but I am now.
Call me nostalgic, call me sappy, (I've been called far worse, so go ahead, lay it on me),
Pretty?
Oh, wait... we're supposed to be insulting....
I got nothin'.
Stemming from deep-seated and utterly magical memories as a child growing up, this parade holds a very dear spot in this sentimental heart of mine.
Awwww...
Well, it does have a catchy tune as well... that you are singing now, aren't you.
Nope! I spent so much time focusing on shooting it that I didn't hear it! :laughing:
Buahahaha! Let me know how long you were tormented with that.
Zero seconds. :p
I was a little sad for the stroller that was "accidentally" launched a few (dozen) feet back, and it was unfortunate for the lady with the walker that I had to misplace, but well, this was the BOO to YOU Parade.
Darwinism. Totally get it.
So should they.
Not bad for being unready.
Allow me now to just say, that this is hands down, turn around, the 2nd best parade Disney has to offer. It is my opinion and therefore correct. Talk to the hand.
I was going to correct you... but I sense futility ahead.
Yes, I sang along. Yes, my kids rolled their eyes into the next zip code.
:laughing:
Like the one lady standing next to me whose arm I had to crop out of 90% of my photos. Thank you, Arm Lady.
Why didn't you punt her like you did everyone else?
Or was it you just didn't notice until after?
I'm not sure I can choose a favorite other element; it might have quite possibly been the Corpse Troupe, maybe the Grave Diggers, or maybe the rarer Villians we don't see very often. Or maybe it was just the complete package- one in which I think comes together quite nicely.
I can! I love the ballroom dancers.
It used to be the gravedigger and his dog, but...
I gave it my best shot (metaphorically speaking) and here's what you get.
Ya done good!
This next one is titled: Inspiration for the Hoop de Doo Men's Bathroom. If you need explanation, there are several of my dear readers who can provide photographic help.
Yep. Don't need an explanation on that one.
Never been to Hoop, but have seen photos of it.
There always has to be a personal favorite of the bunch. THIS one is IT! Hot diggity. Score!
Nice!
I know, I know, it was hard to contain myself, though. I tried; I really did try to narrow it down to just a few representative shots. But it was hard!
:laughing: I feel your pain! "Dang it I took 384 pictures and I'm darned well gonna post them all!"
I mean the castle was just so... beautiful.
::yes::
I still think I like World of Color better, but this certainly rivals for top spot.
Interesting.... Guess I'll find out for myself.
and while there are 2 shows of the Hocus Pocus Spelltacular Show and 2 Parades at each party,
Saw both... but.... the Hocus Pocus show? meh. Not my thing.
I didn't even mention it in my TR even though I saw it twice.
WHAT THE WHAT??! Is that light pole doing in ALL of my photos.
The meringue?
Disney, your Queen is not happy. Unleash the monkeys and may a pox smite the idiot who chose this spot.
Yeah!!!!!
Oh wait, that would be me.
oh
First, the projection show that I have no idea the name of. Feel free to enlighten me as I have ZERO desire at 10:43 PM on a work night to go dig and research the name of.
It was Celebrate the Magic.
But the last showing was November 3rd.
I'd make a terrible Imagineer. Well, actually, that's a lie, I'd make a pretty good one, considering that I had the idea for a Mine Train ride about 20 years ago when I watched Snow White with Andrew for the fortieth time in a 2 week span once.
Should've written it down and had it notarized. Then you'd have a case!
Once certain... products... are legal for recreational use in Florida, I think Disney could cash in on an Alice in Wonderland themed establishment and really rake in some income. Hookahs for all!
:rolleyes1
Another opportunity Disney missed out on entirely with is a Sleeping Beauty Nap Spa for tired moms. Just set up really soft beds in a salon type space and the overwrought park touring moms would flock to it. Babysitting for an hour would be included in the experience.
Hmmm..... I can see this turning a tidy profit.
A Meet and Greet with Prince Charming would, of course, run a little extra.
<ahem>
So.... you're looking to set up less of a napping spot and more of a brothel.

That's okay, but the guys need equal time.
A veritable explosion of fireworks and castle photos that ought to keep you indulged for a while.
::yes:: Really nice shots, Liesa!
 
Replies coming after dinner guests leave later tonight. Haven't forgotten you all!

And now a New Year's Toast:

To All of My Wonderful Readers and Friends,

I wish for you health and peace and blessings you never expected. May you find experiences that enrich your lives and those around you. That you seek out ways to show kindness to those least expecting it and to those who could never repay. That you leave 2017 behind with a smile on your faces and memories you cherish forever.

Hope you are each well and ready to face the coming week!
 
That you leave 2017 behind with a smile on your faces and memories you cherish forever.

Geez! 2017 just got here and we're leaving it behind already?!?!?

I've had some truly wonderful things happen in 2016 and while there've been some not so great things too, I think I'll kinda miss this past year.
 
Geez! 2017 just got here and we're leaving it behind already?!?!?

I've had some truly wonderful things happen in 2016 and while there've been some not so great things too, I think I'll kinda miss this past year.

I meant... after all these blessings are realized and come this time NEXT year, as we leave 2017 behind, may you.....

Sheesh.
 
I totally missed your Boo to you update! I'm glad I went back and looked.

It's easy to do. I've missed many chapters in people's TRs unintentionally. Glad you went back to check! :)

Actually, even though I've seen the parade twice, I don't know how the song goes. What does torment me even more to no end is the darned Disneyland Christmas Parade song. I've never sat an watched it, but so many times I've been tormented by it as I'm on my way to dinner, and we get stuck.

I'll have to YouTube that one. I don't think I've ever heard it!

Stuck behind a parade, you say. I've reached expert level at this! :sad2:

You did better that I did the one time I went to the party.

Still, disappointing. Next time, if there is one.

Funny, I didn't realize that it was Mickey's parade....at least after reading someone else's report.... :rolleyes1

Yeah, I was a little confused. Thought I'd missed the Ponzi Productions Interation.

She's giving you some serious stinkeye!

RIGHT?! She is one scary lady!

Feel free to overload us on fireworks. It doesn't cost anything, and we can always scroll past if we're not interested.

Very true. Kind of like scrolling on FB past political garbage.

You know if you hadn't pointed this out, I might not have noticed it, but as soon as you mentioned it, I looked for it in every single picture.

HAHA! You're welcome! ;)

It thought there were some very good ones in there.

Thanks, Alison!

Like I said, I may hot have noticed without you saying. Just sayin' :confused3

Next time, I'll be more discriminating on my location!
 
Lololol, there are no words! That tile work is hilarious!

It is SO hilarious! Totally worth a sneak into the men's room to get a picture.

It was a joke I heard a loooong time ago (and I try to remember them all!). The original joke was in the context of a group of soldiers, but was easily revamped to apply to a group of cowboys.

You definitely are the King of Jokes in these parts. And yeah, it worked for this.... ummm... oddity as well. Nicely, in fact.

Just checking in and catching up. It's been a tough month to fit in DIS time. Your firework pictures and parade pictures are great! We all love the Boo to you Parade.

Well hi there!!! Glad you stopped by!

OH how I know it! DISTime was severely impacted by the Holidays this time around. I think I"ve been slack here for a good couple of weeks now and was SO far behind on EVERYONE's threads I'm on. Took today, though, to catch up, so feeling a bit better.

Thanks for the complements. :) Those were the best of the lot, and I'm glad you liked them. The parade is definitely a nice highlight of the party.
 
Happy New Year Liesa!! Loved the fireworks update for the end of the year. Worked out like perfect timing!

Awww, I'm glad you enjoyed them! :) Great timing for sure!

Happy New Year, Magdalene! And to your whole family as well (@nodnol ). Please send our love and greetings to your parents. :)



As to parades: I am not a parade person at all (I positively hate MSE), but the Boo to You parade is fantastic! This used to be the only parade that I ever liked. Until I saw Paint the Night. In my opinion you should go to Disneyland to see Paint the Night, NOT MSE. ;) Hopefully you will get a chance to see it in the future though, it is an amazing parade!

Hmmm.... I guess I don't know the first iota about this parade. I mean I will actually be at DLR in March, and could I suppose if the stars were to align just right?? @franandaj ... will this one be going while we're there? What is your opinion on how it compares with MSEP?

You find zero wait times scary. Interesting...

:rolleyes:

TMI!!! TMI!!!!!!!

See....? Scary!

He's a hard dude to pin down.
Even if you're ready.... it's not an easy shot.

Obviously. Unless you're... you.

I don't... but I do love the word "biffing".

That's an old throwback from my SoCal days. Some are just too good to put out to pasture.

Not the 3pm parade? I wasn't a fan before, but I am now.

I am confused by this comment. Please, enlighten me.

Pretty?
Oh, wait... we're supposed to be insulting....
I got nothin'.

Give it some time...

Nope! I spent so much time focusing on shooting it that I didn't hear it! :laughing:

You didn't enjoy this parade as a whole package?!! :scared1::sad2:

Darwinism. Totally get it.
So should they.

:rolleyes1

Not bad for being unready.

You are too kind. No, really. You are.

I was going to correct you... but I sense futility ahead.

Smart man.

Why didn't you punt her like you did everyone else?
Or was it you just didn't notice until after?

It was in post-processing. Almost as annoying as the lightpost in front of the castle. But less so because her white arm was croppable.

I can! I love the ballroom dancers.
It used to be the gravedigger and his dog, but...

I actually am inclined to agree with you on this one. I think they are so completely immersed into their characters, it's just too cool for words.

:laughing: I feel your pain! "Dang it I took 384 pictures and I'm darned well gonna post them all!"

I took 585 of the Halloween Party. Tough to narrow down.

Interesting.... Guess I'll find out for myself.

I really, REALLY hope you like it. I know it's a genre some don't care for (projection), but I think the material chosen and the music make for a great show.

Saw both... but.... the Hocus Pocus show? meh. Not my thing.
I didn't even mention it in my TR even though I saw it twice.

I like it for the dancing and Broadway quality voices.

It was Celebrate the Magic.
But the last showing was November 3rd.

Why?! Why do they change stuff so often? Hardly gives us a chance to see stuff twice.

Should've written it down and had it notarized. Then you'd have a case!

Crap. Should have thought of that.

Hmmm..... I can see this turning a tidy profit.

Of course it would.

<ahem>
So.... you're looking to set up less of a napping spot and more of a brothel.

That's okay, but the guys need equal time.

But you do! Almost every other Meet and Greet is a princess, no? Some of them will even throw in a free hug. I've seen photographic evidence on a certain someone's TR. <ahem>

::yes:: Really nice shots, Liesa!

Well, considering the source of that remark, I'm beyond humbled. Thank you.
 
Happy new year Liesa! I've gotten way, way behind on so many TR's, I'm slowly trying to catch up and get back into normal DIS mode. Hopefully now that the holidays are behind us I can get back on track.

First, I think the Boo To You parade is my favorite as well. I thought I was going to like the Christmas one the best, but now that I've seen both, Halloween wins hands down.

Secondly, absolutely stunning castle and fireworks photos!!! Totally makes up for the oops on the Headless Horseman :laughing:

Last but not at all least....what's the deelio with the brand new ticker!?!?!? Have I missed an exciting announcement???? :banana: Are we going to miss each other by a one month window yet again??
 
Happy New Year Liesa! I'm back from the motherland and feeling much better after an extra day off! We had some amazing PD partly inspired by myself, but mostly ceated by extended family there. I will post on my TR and add in the DLR pics. Doing a park with 6 little ones is quite the challenge.

As usual, it looks like you had a great family holiday time with lots of good company and good food.

Hey, congrats on getting the HH, even if it was a little blurry. I would have been trying to find the right button to push while he rode by :rotfl2:

I do like your castle and fireworks pics. I'm with Fran, I probably wouldn't have noticed the light pole, either. At least it's decorative. :goodvibes
 
Happy new year Liesa! I've gotten way, way behind on so many TR's, I'm slowly trying to catch up and get back into normal DIS mode. Hopefully now that the holidays are behind us I can get back on track.

First, I think the Boo To You parade is my favorite as well. I thought I was going to like the Christmas one the best, but now that I've seen both, Halloween wins hands down.

Secondly, absolutely stunning castle and fireworks photos!!! Totally makes up for the oops on the Headless Horseman :laughing:

Last but not at all least....what's the deelio with the brand new ticker!?!?!? Have I missed an exciting announcement???? :banana: Are we going to miss each other by a one month window yet again??

Well, Hi There!

So, first off, yes, Huge Happy New Year to you too, Schweets! I hear ya on being behind. Now that the kids are back in school tomorrow and hubby starting back up with normal work routine, I hope to be here more as well.

Someday, I'll get myself to a Christmas shin dig out there, but honestly the crowd levels scare the bejeezus out of me. I'm not sure sharing 10 square feet with 40 other people is my idea of fun.

Thanks for the photo complements. I think some actually turned out not too bad. :)

So.... here's the dealio:

Yeah, I did make a little announcment a while back. I'll be at DLR from March 28th-April 1st or so. Or at least in the Orange County area. Plans are still very much coming together, but in a nutshell, @pkondz , @franandaj , @queenbetsey , and possibly others who've not revealed or made plans yet, will be there. Should be a bomb diggity time. A very, VERY short trip at the parks for me since I'll be taking time to visit family in the area for a day and doing some other stuff on my own as well. Yes, I may do a TR, we'll see... But missing you by a month?! What's up with that!? Que no bueno!
 
Happy New Year Liesa! I'm back from the motherland and feeling much better after an extra day off! We had some amazing PD partly inspired by myself, but mostly ceated by extended family there. I will post on my TR and add in the DLR pics. Doing a park with 6 little ones is quite the challenge.

I saw that you were back! I'm super happy you got to go and spend that time with all those cutie patooties of yours. Hmmm PD? Please explain...

Definitely looking forward to the photos and hearing how you pulled that off. 6!!!!!! little ones? WHOA!


As usual, it looks like you had a great family holiday time with lots of good company and good food.

Always a party at La Casa de Buren. I missed my tamales this year, but there's only so many hours in a day. I have all week off, so may do some up. Because tamales.

Hey, congrats on getting the HH, even if it was a little blurry. I would have been trying to find the right button to push while he rode by :rotfl2:

LOL! Thanks, but total fail. Makes me wanna to a re-do.

I do like your castle and fireworks pics. I'm with Fran, I probably wouldn't have noticed the light pole, either. At least it's decorative. :goodvibes

Thanks! I was working on them in Starbucks the other morning and got a few comments from behind me. I told them if they sent me back I could get some pictures just for them. ;)
 
Hmmm.... I guess I don't know the first iota about this parade. I mean I will actually be at DLR in March, and could I suppose if the stars were to align just right?? @franandaj ... will this one be going while we're there? What is your opinion on how it compares with MSEP?

Well 1st off PTN is the most awesome parade ever. That said if MSEP is showing PTN will be nowhere in sight. They brought it back for the Christmas holiday, but I'm sure once MSEP opens we wo.t see PTN for a while again.
 

GET A DISNEY VACATION QUOTE

Dreams Unlimited Travel is committed to providing you with the very best vacation planning experience possible. Our Vacation Planners are experts and will share their honest advice to help you have a magical vacation.

Let us help you with your next Disney Vacation!











facebook twitter
Top