Day 2 (Saturday):
So considering I went to bed at 12:30 (probably closer to 1!), I cannot believe I woke up at 6:55! The plan was that Shelley and Mic would sleep in and I would go to the parks on my own and meet them later. I got dressed and went down to a nice breakfast in the hotel restaurant. I figured it would be best to get a good breakfast in me so I did not snack so much in the park. I arrived at Disneyland about 8:15.
I went to IASW first. I like this and Jungle Cruise, because I can ride in my scooter in my boat (I do not have strength in my leg since the accident and have to stay off that foot due to a diabetic pressure ulcer). I just love IASW and got a little verklempt/misty eyed riding it. It really is my happy place. I forgot to say I was celebrating my birthday on this day, even though my birthday was 13 days before. I wore my Its My Birthday T shirt, and my Mickey birthday ears, as well as getting a birthday button.
Anyways back to IASW. As I was on the boat, going in the ride, people in the queue saw me in my scooter wearing all my birthday gear, many people waved at me and wished me a Happy Birthday! I just love that ride, but I also like that they have added Disney Characters. It is fun looking for them. I also like it when I see שָׁלוֹם (which means Shalom).
After IASW, I headed to Alice but the line was too long (I never made it back). So I ended up going on Mr. Toads Wild ride. I had not been on this (or Peter Pan and Pinnochio) for AGES! It was a lot of fun. Peter Pan was the best. They have a special vehicle where the door opens wider, which helped me. I really got a kick out of this ride. Then I went on Pinnochio (might have been Pinnochio and then Peter Pan. It was at this point that I saw a Frozen Lemonade stand and decided to try one with a shot of Raspberry in a souvenir cup. It was delish-just the perfect texture.
After this, I headed towards Rivers of America past BTMRR and decided I wanted to go on Indy (wish I had tried to get on Pirates-never made it there) I loved Indy! I rode with a nice family, including the dad (Ryan) that helped me in getting my seatbelt on (being obese, and having nerve problems with my hand, it was difficult. We all thoroughly enjoyed it. I dont scream on rides but laugh (dont ask me why-have no clue!). After Indy, I got in line for Jungle Cruise when Shelley called me. They were over at the entrance to DCA. I agreed to meet them at the R so Mic could get her picture taken. It wa around 10:15. We went to get our free Disney Visa photo with Pluto (Mine has never turned up on my Photo pass account!).
When we got done with Pluto, Mic and I went to get in line Aladdin, while Shelley got us fps for Soarin and for the 10:15 show of WOC. She met us at the entrance to the Aladdin queue. Mic and I had explored Bugs Land a bit but it was just soooooooo crowded and it can be very claustrophobic riding in a scooter in the midst of such big crowds The Hyperion Theatre is soooo nice! The production was amazing! We sat in the hca seating at the back of the first orchestra section. I loved during the show that the cast members went right behind us, especially Aladdin on the elephant. The camels came right up to us, in our (Mic and I) face. I loved the Genies jokes, especially on how they related to current events (like Joy and Whoopi walking off The View the day before). I loved the Flying Carpet scene too. It really was stupendous! Reminded me of Lion King when I saw it here in Sacramento.
By this time, we were all very hungry. We first went to Mission Tortillas for my free pack of Tortillas,. Mic wanted a hot dog, so we headed over to Award Wieners. I finally got a Corn Dog (oh so yummy!). On our way to Soarin, we stopped at the Candy Store and I bought some English Toffee. Shelley and Mic went exploring and I lost them temporarily. We eventually found each other and headed off to Soarin with our FPs. I will never tire of this ride. I wish I had been able to go on it more than once this trip. Too crowded for me to do anything twice this trip!
Shelley and Mic headed over to Paradise Pier to ride California Screamin and TSMM. I needed a break! I decided to go check out Grand Californian. I loved the lobby! Breathtaking! I went by Napa Rose and Storytellers. I should have gone in Napa Rose to check it out. I discovered Whitewater Snacks, Nice place with lots of choices to eat for something casual as an alternative to the parks I got a soda and just sat at a table drinking, and taking notes for this report.
So I met back up with Shelley and Mic and headed back to Disneyland to get Mic Tikified. I did not have a Dole Whip or a Dole Whip float. I will try one another time. We all enjoyed this. I think Mic enjoyed this. I feel like I know the words by heart. Lol. I did look for Maynard, but he was not there at this time.
We headed over to Caf Orleans and had to wait about 15 minutes. It was really packed. The HA line for Pirates was CRAZY! I knew I would not make it on there that night,. Never did make it. We sat outside and I just stayed in my scooter. I had the French Onion Soup and the 3 Cheese Monte Cristo. It was so wonderful and cheesy. I made the mistake of ordering the Garlic Fries too, to share with Shelley and Mic. We just did not have the room for it and it went to waste. Mic had the kids menu Mac n Cheese, Shelley had the French Quarter Caesar Salad with Blackened Chicke n. She was afraid it would be too spicy but it was just right. Shelley ordered the Gingerbread Beignets with the with Eggnog Anglaise. I had one and let them share rhe other 4. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal.
It was time to go find the F! podium!We looked for it by the entrance to HMH. We did not see it and went as far as Splash Mountain and realized we went too far. We came back and finally found it around 8:15. We were waiting to be let in. I saw someone in a wheelchair be let in. I asked if it was possible to go in early as well. They were able to let us in. They sat us at the far end of the seating area from the podium next the ropes. We received our dessert box, Heavenly!!! I loved the lemon tart. I ate the grapes but was so full from dinner that I ended up barely making a dent in my dessert box. We had a great views of the show. I did not even miss Murphy. We did hear the announcement that the viewing area was full and that they were adding another show at 11:30.
We had fastpasses for the 10:15 show of WOC. But we looked around at the crowds and decided it was not possible to get to, so we stayed in our seats to watch the Remember fireworks. I loved that Julie Andrews narrated! It sure was magical.
After the fireworks, Shelley and Mic got in queue for HMH and I went in the HA line. I held on tight to my cane this time! I looked for Shelley and Mic when I was heading back out. It took us awhile to go back up in the stretch room, as one was not working properly (it would not close). So we waited for the other elevator to come down. When we got up, we stood by and let the next group in before we (CM and me) went out. As I was heading out, Shelley saw me and yelled at me. They were still in queue but almost in the building. I just went out the Entrance to HMH and just rode across the walkway and parked my scooter with the stroller parking and watched (partially blocked view) F! again. When they came out, we headed out of the park. We got back to the hotel shortly after midnight.
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