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The first big ride we went on, was The Hulk. It's been quite a while since I'd been on a roller coaster, I'd forgotten what a rush they are! From then on out, we were riding rides and meeting superheroes (and villains!) all day.
My favorite of course was Captain America, and from the looks of it, Alyssa's was Green Goblin...well, she was definitely his favorite anyway!
My favorite of course was Captain America, and from the looks of it, Alyssa's was Green Goblin...well, she was definitely his favorite anyway!
Late in the afternoon, the lines at IoA were getting very, very long, so we made our way over to Universal Studios. We hit every ride there, including my much-anticipated Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem! I have been waiting to ride since it opened, and it was as good as I had hoped! We even got to dance with a little minion after the ride! Talk about making this girl's day!
I didn't get to go on The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman since Alyssa and her family had already been on it twice by the time I got there, and unfortunately, we all missed The Forbidden Journey in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The line was long, we were tired, and Alyssa isn't crazy about it. She did pinky promise she will face her fear though! Our first day after check-in, we are heading straight for the ride and grabbing a delicious Butterbeer as a reward!
After a quick dinner at Steak 'n' Shake, a little birthday gift, and a round of quick showers, it was definitely time for bed. I was worn out after only one day in the park, and they were on day five of non-stop parks! Talk about stamina!
In the morning, it was officially Alyssa's birthday. She headed to Magic Kingdom, and I drove over to Downtown Disney to kill some time before my drive home. There's so many stores there! I bought quite a bit of goodies, and had to keep reminding myself that I'll have a pretty sweet discount in 3 months, to keep from buying way more. That discount is going to be the death of my DCP paycheck!
To beat the lunch crowd, I decided to grab a bite at Earl of Sandwich early. Those little sandwiches are so tasty, and nowhere in Miami! (Not to mention I get to snack on the leftovers as I write this!) I then made a quick stop in Goofy's Candy Company to pick up some yummy treats to bring home. Although I waited to do the "Make Your Own Treat" until I'm there with my roommates, I did snag a treat for myself. Who could pass up chocolate dipped marshmallows on a Mickey straw? Not this gal!
While walking around the Marketplace, I saw a group of 20-somethings in business attire, being led around by a cast member, explaining various things about Disney. I was trying to listen in without having to follow too closely, when I realized what was happening. They had to be part of the first wave of Disney College Program participants that had moved in yesterday! This must be part of their orientation (known in Disney as "Traditions")! It really hit me that in 3 short months, I will be back, and going through my own orientation into the Disney company! I can't wait to start hearing all the check-in stories from the DCP friends I've met online!
By the time I got home this afternoon, I was exhausted. I have now spent more than 14 hours in the car over the past 5 days. It felt so good to curl up and snooze in my own bed again!
In the morning, it was officially Alyssa's birthday. She headed to Magic Kingdom, and I drove over to Downtown Disney to kill some time before my drive home. There's so many stores there! I bought quite a bit of goodies, and had to keep reminding myself that I'll have a pretty sweet discount in 3 months, to keep from buying way more. That discount is going to be the death of my DCP paycheck!
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| There were lots of topiaries for the Flower & Garden Festival |
To beat the lunch crowd, I decided to grab a bite at Earl of Sandwich early. Those little sandwiches are so tasty, and nowhere in Miami! (Not to mention I get to snack on the leftovers as I write this!) I then made a quick stop in Goofy's Candy Company to pick up some yummy treats to bring home. Although I waited to do the "Make Your Own Treat" until I'm there with my roommates, I did snag a treat for myself. Who could pass up chocolate dipped marshmallows on a Mickey straw? Not this gal!
While walking around the Marketplace, I saw a group of 20-somethings in business attire, being led around by a cast member, explaining various things about Disney. I was trying to listen in without having to follow too closely, when I realized what was happening. They had to be part of the first wave of Disney College Program participants that had moved in yesterday! This must be part of their orientation (known in Disney as "Traditions")! It really hit me that in 3 short months, I will be back, and going through my own orientation into the Disney company! I can't wait to start hearing all the check-in stories from the DCP friends I've met online!
By the time I got home this afternoon, I was exhausted. I have now spent more than 14 hours in the car over the past 5 days. It felt so good to curl up and snooze in my own bed again!
Moving to The Mouse's House in 90 days!
xoxo
