The Chit Chat Chit Chat Thread

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[ajrwdwgirl]

When I graduated I opted out of the idea of a class ring. I thought they were tacky. My Mom bought me a diamond sapphire star ring, which real ones are very rare now. Still have it, still love it.

I didn't get a class ring either. It wasn't my thing, but the ring you described would have been a nice alternative!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

I like the picture cards with the kids and pets. seeing I almost never see a few of my relatives it's nice to get some photos.

I don't mind the picture cards either. We send out a picture card ourselves, it is nice to see people I don't see often.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

For those heading to SeaWorld, TourPlans has posted the below photo.

Lemon Vanilla Swirl that apparently tastes like a lemon cookie!

Sounds yummy!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Yes, he is doing well, it seems the stone is staying put for now. He is doing beer, and jumping off the last two steps to the basement. Looks like it won't budge without surgery.

Sorry to hear that he needs surgery.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Yup, snowing all day here. The roads were not in great shape. Hubby picked me up at the train station tonight and the car was sliding a few times on the way home. It's a miracle no other car was hit--it was slick out there, and I don't think they did a good job this time of pre-treating the roads. Idiots.

Sounds yucky, I'm glad that you got home safely!

 

[donaldtoo]

Clothing store closer time.

 

[Gabe1]

My jaw still has not closed over Stagg quitting. I think the dude is my age.

There has got to be a good story.

 

[Gabe1]

I don't mind the picture cards either. We send out a picture card ourselves, it is nice to see people I don't see often.

And then I toss most of the Christmas photo's out. It is nice to see them but I don't want a age progression of all these people.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

And then I toss most of the Christmas photo's out. It is nice to see them but I don't want a age progression of all these people.

I don't keep them either. We tape them up to the door that leads upstairs, and it is actually kind of fun to rip them down when we take down christmas decorations.

 

[donaldtoo]

It does take Disney for freak'n forever to build anything in the parks these days. FLE and Avatar such good examples. Avatar announced in 2011 and should be coming in 2017? Can only imagine what timeframe there is for the Studios to be reworked.

I look at how things were accomplished in the 90's in Florida. Splash Mountain began construction in 1991 and finished and soft opened in 1992. That was a very elaborate attraction with so many detail, far from a simulator type attraction and up in under 2 years. They know how to do it well and timely when they choose to. It tries the patience of many a fan.

Yes, and considering it only took them about 3 years to build the entirety of EPCOT Center, at the time, the largest construction project on earth. And, that was 34 years ago...boggles the mind.....

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Yes, and considering it only took them about 3 years to build the entirety of EPCOT Center, at the time, the largest construction project on earth. And, that was 34 years ago...boggles the mind.....

And don't forget, only one year to complete Disneyland. Disney used to be able to complete projects quickly and with "magical" results, I wonder what has changed.

 

[donaldtoo]

And don't forget, only one year to complete Disneyland. Disney used to be able to complete projects quickly and with "magical" results, I wonder what has changed.

Oh yes, I know. Although EPCOT Center was about 300 acres compared to DLs original 80.
Probably Walt kickin' tails, and then the spirit of Walt kickin' tails through the imagineers that he had inspired and continued on after his passing. Almost nobody left at TWDC that ever worked with Walt, if any, except a few retired Imagineers like X. Atencio, Bob Gurr, Marty Sklar, etc.
Also, DL didn't exactly have a stellar opening, but, the effort and heart were there, and they darn sure made sure it became all it was meant to be in pretty short order.
Different times. In this case, not for the better, IMO.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Okay folks I've started my trip report over on the trip reports page. So if you are interested check it out!
http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/springin-into-wdw-solo-march-2016.911995/

 

[donaldtoo]

Good grief, it has been painful posting here from the store computer, again. Don't know what's up, but, been that way the last several times. Been cutting my posts short.
Normally, I just start posting from my phone, but, I forgot my charger at home this morning, and it's below 10%.
OK gang, I'm out...
Hope to catch y'all from the casa in a bit...!
Laterrrrrrr...!!!

 

[littleroo]

Good grief, it has been painful posting here from the store computer, again. Don't know what's up, but, been that way the last several times. Been cutting my posts short.
Normally, I just start posting from my phone, but, I forgot my charger at home this morning, and it's below 10%.
OK gang, I'm out...
Hope to catch y'all from the casa in a bit...!
Laterrrrrrr...!!!

lol I thought it was me!

 

[Gabe1]

Yes, and considering it only took them about 3 years to build the entirety of EPCOT Center, at the time, the largest construction project on earth. And, that was 34 years ago...boggles the mind.....

Yet you look at how quickly the Grand Villa Building at the Grand Floridian went up. DVCs they can build. And those GF and Poly had to deal with open water issues and floodplains.

Did you look on the home page of this sight of the changes in concept drawings for the new Toy area of the Studio re-work? Already the coaster isn't quite what the first concept depicted. I like that he put the original concept and new together in the post so you can really see what the description is saying.

 

[Cesar R M]

I was 5'3", now I'm 5 one.

on the good side.. you are technically capable to play Mickey Mouse and Minnie at Disney

 

[Cesar R M]

Did they get hats too?
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Didnt people drown with these types of swimming suits?

 

[donaldtoo]

lol I thought it was me!

Hahaaa...!
It must just be the store computer, 'cause my phone is lightning quick...even if I'm not...!