Woowee....that was fun. :D

GD is asleep and I'm about to crash, but here are the pics. We got nearly everyone on the ride together, opening logistics aside, which was exciting and fun. Reminded me of the 50th - cell phones blazing, crowds running, people trickling in to line. I was bummed that Bornieo didn't make it - we missed you! We ended up staying longer than I thought we would, just because the group was so great. Had to leave abruptly, since most of the rest were already in line for the Monorail and we didn't want to hold you up with farewellagains. I'm sure they're still drinking and relaxing at the Grand Cal.

All in all, great morning, regardless of our varying opinions of the ride itself. The group makes everything fun. :cheers:

ETA - if anyone wants full size versions of certain pics, PM me your email address.

So ?

Is it really water or is it some imagineering trick?
Did you find Nemo?
Is it dark?
Did you get claustrophibic?
Did you have a churro for me?
Did you have a Sidecar for me?
Did you have a Dole Whip for me?
Did you have a Monte Cristo for me?
Did you have a Mint Julep for me?
Did you have a Corn Dog for me?
Did you have a ride on the Haunted Mansion for me?
Did anyone get NirvanaMan's pants off for me? (BTW nice threesome with Chris & Matt)
Did anyone get video for me?

I was there with you in my dreams last night.

Hey Rob - while we were on the sub, listening to fake Aussie accents, I said aloud "I wish Rob were here." :) So you were there in spirit, mate!

Someone (Coaster Matt?) may have photos you might be interested in...

Great Pics, CP! I know you are tired, but you still got them down loaded for us, thanks!

My photo from the Sub:



And the Submorail Sing-along:

"We all live in a Yellow Monorail, Yellow Monorail, Yellow Monorail..."

Best ride on the Monorail ever!!

Matt, those pics are now in my "Special" pictures folder. :evil:

What a great day! It had all of the elements that make for great memories (as per usual with this group). You could've heard a pin drop as we all rode the subs - all 23 of us - until we stopped for a "crab crossing" ans we noticed the mermaid and the sea serpent. They CM's were really nice (and patient) with us and even let Morri join us as we were ready to board the ride. Hats off to the great CMs! We all sang "We all ride on a Yellow Submarine" before launch.

We had a great breakfast at Cafe Orelans (side of Bacon, please) and, again, the CMs were fantastic - seating all 24 of us within 15 minutes (Lisa, party of alot, your table's ready.) :)

After some fun in the Island we headed back to use our Space FPs stopping by the Hub for a few quick hellos. We split ourselves into 2 groups of 12 and made sure we distributed the weight
between the cars. OOPS. The sides of bacon must've put us over the top of the weight limit, because we sunk the thing. At least Moonie was on the sunk rocket and got to experience that kind of unusual fun. Plus, that meant that most of us got to ride with the psychedelic glasses.

We decided it was time for a ride on the Monorail and we had possibly the BEST monorail experience ever! We had an entire car to ourselves and, while in the station, someone started singing "We all live in a Yellow Monorail". As we left the station, a CM yelled "Keep Singing" so we did - the whole way to DTD, making up verses as we went. We arrived at DTD singing the chorus at the top of our lungs. (And changed it to "We all get a Yellow Hand Stamp" as we left the park.) It was monumental fun.

We headed over to the DL Hotel and ended up sitting on the grass under a tree outside of the LOST BAR. We even had a server offer to get us drinks (an offer which we, of course, accepted). It was something new and different for us and it always amazes me that we can find new fun things to do at the DLR. We also hung out with our newest friend, SkinnyLycan, who immediately joined the board. Welcome Skinny legs. ;))


Some folks returned to the park for dinner and FW and some us went to Steakhouse 55 for dinner. Dinner was lovely and it was great to spend some quality time with Moonie, the lovely headliner, MG and the patient Boy (as well as Lindy).

I was amazed that when we left, it was still light outside, for I was EXHAUSTED, fulfilled and very happy.

Thanks for an INCREDIBLE day everyone!