GC's California Visit - 9/3 to 9/10 - Page 14

Gemini Cricket · 09-14-2006, 06:51 AM

My bucket on the Sun Wheel was the only one rocking like an out of control pendulum. It was embarassing.

At a couple of points, the sides of my bucket were parallel with the ground. It was frightening to see straight to the ground through the side windows. AND there are no seatbelts nor rails to hold on to. I clung to the metal grating like a cat.

I also must mention that I'm officially old. California Screamin' made me nauseous...

JWBear · 09-14-2006, 09:56 AM

Sorry I missed the Sunday meet. I had a family thing come up.

CoasterMatt · 09-14-2006, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

I also must mention that I'm officially old. California Screamin' made me nauseous...

Don't worry, that ride makes me nauseated, but for entirely different reasons

Bornieo: Fully Loaded · 09-14-2006, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

I'm a dork. I forgot Bornieo. How do you forget someone who is that tall? Sorry, man.

It's easy, just look down.

Good seeing you!

Gemini Cricket · 09-15-2006, 09:20 AM

CoasterMatt's thread reminded me of something I forgot to mention. When I was at Universal, I wanted to do everything I could. So I went into the Van Helsing Castle. The problem was was that I thought it was a stage show with a very elaborate queue. So when monsters were jumping out at me, I thought, 'Huh, they had a budget for their queue. Neat.' So I just shrugged the monsters off. 'Ooh, good one, buddy.' 'Nice. Ya got me.' 'Ha ha.' At one point, the CM pointed me towards a set of stairs that looked like risers to a seating area. So I'm all, 'Great. Here's the auditorium.' But there was no auditorium. I kept going and going. Then a huge Van Helsing werewolf jumped out at me and then I realized I was now back outside in the sun. There was no show. It was a haunted house. I hadn't known that going in. I was expecting a show like the 'Conan' or 'Frankenstein' shows from long ago. No dice.
I spoke to a CM after and said, 'Oh, it's a haunted house. Not a show.'
He replied, 'Yeah, we get that a lot.'

One of the Universal leads that Matt introduced me to asked me if I actually read the map I was given. I said, 'No.' But he too said that that was a complaint he got from time to time.

Babette · 09-15-2006, 05:40 PM

That VH haunted house scared the $#!+ out of me. I gripped NM's arm the whole time and walked with my eyes closed.

Hades · 09-17-2006, 08:37 PM

I know this is a couple of weeks late (been VERY busy theses past few days), but it was a real suprise to see you fine LoT'ers at the Grand Cal. I wasn't planning on attending the meet, but it seems the meet had a way of finding me... working, that is! GC, it was good seeing you. Even if it was "bearly"!

Yep, When you have a lot of free time in the shop, you play with puppets. Or is that feel like a puppet?... Hmmmm... BTW, GC, the bear enjoyed the hug. Me, on the other hand, wanted the ladies to give the bear a hug.

Lisa, I was very impressed that you remembered me. How many years has it been since the last time I saw you, yet you were able to pick me out at a distance and knew who I was in my cm costume! Wish I had that ability. Glad to have had the chance to almost partake in the CG festivities. Thanks for dropping by and saying, "Look who it is!!"

Kevy Baby · 09-17-2006, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by CoasterMatt

Don't worry, that ride makes me nauseated, but for entirely different reasons

Is it the Pine Fresh Oranges?

BarTopDancer · 09-17-2006, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Hades

Yep, When you have a lot of free time in the shop, you play with puppets. Or is that feel like a puppet?... Hmmmm... BTW, GC, the bear enjoyed the hug. Me, on the other hand, wanted the ladies to give the bear a hug.

The puppybear was SOOO CUTE!!!!!!!!

Kevy Baby · 09-17-2006, 10:06 PM

Wait...

Did I miss the GC visit?

09-14-2006, 06:51 AM	#131
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	My bucket on the Sun Wheel was the only one rocking like an out of control pendulum. It was embarassing. At a couple of points, the sides of my bucket were parallel with the ground. It was frightening to see straight to the ground through the side windows. AND there are no seatbelts nor rails to hold on to. I clung to the metal grating like a cat. I also must mention that I'm officially old. California Screamin' made me nauseous...
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09-14-2006, 09:56 AM	#132
JWBear Worn Romantic Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Long Beach California Posts: 8,435	Sorry I missed the Sunday meet. I had a family thing come up. __________________ Unrestrained frivolity will lead to the downfall of modern society.
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09-15-2006, 09:20 AM	#135
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	CoasterMatt's thread reminded me of something I forgot to mention. When I was at Universal, I wanted to do everything I could. So I went into the Van Helsing Castle. The problem was was that I thought it was a stage show with a very elaborate queue. So when monsters were jumping out at me, I thought, 'Huh, they had a budget for their queue. Neat.' So I just shrugged the monsters off. 'Ooh, good one, buddy.' 'Nice. Ya got me.' 'Ha ha.' At one point, the CM pointed me towards a set of stairs that looked like risers to a seating area. So I'm all, 'Great. Here's the auditorium.' But there was no auditorium. I kept going and going. Then a huge Van Helsing werewolf jumped out at me and then I realized I was now back outside in the sun. There was no show. It was a haunted house. I hadn't known that going in. I was expecting a show like the 'Conan' or 'Frankenstein' shows from long ago. No dice. I spoke to a CM after and said, 'Oh, it's a haunted house. Not a show.' He replied, 'Yeah, we get that a lot.' One of the Universal leads that Matt introduced me to asked me if I actually read the map I was given. I said, 'No.' But he too said that that was a complaint he got from time to time.
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09-15-2006, 05:40 PM	#136
Babette Snubbed Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: cupcake heaven Posts: 433	That VH haunted house scared the $#!+ out of me. I gripped NM's arm the whole time and walked with my eyes closed.
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09-17-2006, 08:37 PM	#137
Hades Silly Rabbit! Tricks are for kids! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 80	I know this is a couple of weeks late (been VERY busy theses past few days), but it was a real suprise to see you fine LoT'ers at the Grand Cal. I wasn't planning on attending the meet, but it seems the meet had a way of finding me... working, that is! GC, it was good seeing you. Even if it was "bearly"! Yep, When you have a lot of free time in the shop, you play with puppets. Or is that feel like a puppet?... Hmmmm... BTW, GC, the bear enjoyed the hug. Me, on the other hand, wanted the ladies to give the bear a hug. Lisa, I was very impressed that you remembered me. How many years has it been since the last time I saw you, yet you were able to pick me out at a distance and knew who I was in my cm costume! Wish I had that ability. Glad to have had the chance to almost partake in the CG festivities. Thanks for dropping by and saying, "Look who it is!!" __________________ And you were waiting for the other shoe to drop?!!
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09-17-2006, 10:06 PM	#140
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	Wait... Did I miss the GC visit? __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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