Trip Report: Crazy Morning Call

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It's Christmas Eve!

We had a later breakfast reservation-10 AM at The Wave. My parents have eaten there before and my dad is a big fan. So we got around slowly. It is nice to not be as rushed like a normal Disney vacation since we weren't going to the parks.

A little before we were planning on heading out my mom called. She sounded upset and started apologizing right away. I initially though something happened to my cat, Murphy, because she was watching him. I was immediately trying to figure out how I would get home ASAP.

It ended up being that she thought my car was stolen. She was also keeping an eye on y car and couldn't see it any more. I wasn't going to rush home for that. I told her it wasn't her fault and that we would figure it out when I got home. Of course, I was upset and felt hurt that someone would steal my car from my apartment complex, but I was just trying not to think about it.

My dad said I was handling it well. Trust me, there were tears and I felt awful, but I was incredibly grateful nothing was wrong with Murphy.

We finished getting around and then left the room so we could get on the monorail. On the way, my mom called again.

And guess what?!

My car wasn't stolen! She went outside and saw it. She thought it was and was actually hidden by a big truck. Again, my  mom apologized, but she didn't do anything wrong.

Now, I had my own Christmas miracle.

We were definitely due for a nice relaxing breakfast. We were seated at The Wave fairly quickly. You could order off the menu or get food from the buffet. It is a smaller and slightly more fancy options than your standard breakfast buffet.

The food was good. The Wave likes to focus on seasonal ingredients, so I think their menu changes more often than others. It was good, but isn't my new favorite must-do restaurant. 

Up next: More Resort Touring

Trip Report: Christmas Light Viewing (December 2018)

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It was dark when we got out of dinner and it was time to make use of our golf cart.

We were driving around the campground looking at people's Christmas decorations. People really go all out-lights, projections, blow-ups. We ended up behind one of the horse-pulled sleighs for a little bit. And there were a bunch of people checking out the decorations.

A little bit before the trip, dad and I had watched a Tim Tracker video of  them looking at the displays. There was a huge Cinderella display which we were looking for and it was still there. You could walk in a building and check out stuff-which I did. 

I loved checking out all the lights and highly recommend checking them out. It was totally worth the golf cart rental.

Then, we made our way back to the Polynesian. I checked out the lobby and then dad and I hung out on the beach to watch the Electrical Water Pageant. It's like my dad's favorite thing and I enjoy it.

We headed back to the room and got ready for bed. This was a great 30th birthday.

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Trip Report: Hoop-Dee-Doo is Life (December 2018)

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Before I knew it, we were let into Pioneer Hall. We were seated in the first row all the way on the left (if you're facing the stage). I've sat in the front before and it's so nice to be so close. I think we had had this waiter before, too. 

Speaking of someone we've seen before: We had the same Dolly as our last trip. She had flirted with my dad and took a picture with him. She's in the intro for my Disney vlogs so I've seen her a lot. 

I set my camera up on it's tripod facing the stage. Sometimes my footage would go out of focus, but it was worth it to be able to record while enjoying the show. 

Of course the cornbread and honey butter was delicious like normal. I asked for mac and cheese again. I don't like ribs or fried chicken, so I like that I can get something else. I did eat some chicken breast after taking off the skin this time-trying to get that protein. 

The show was great just like it usually is. They did add some Christmas songs which was a nice treat. And you can bet I said it was my birthday when they asked.

I made a shirt that said, "All I want for Christmas is to be the Can-Can dancer." Alas my dream did not come true. The cast did acknowledge it. My dad said he saw them checking me out-probably sizing me up. That's ok, I'm really top-heavy. Hopefully, that will change as I lose weight. Someday I'll fit in that costume and be picked. The next day I learned that was Six-Bits first show. I had posted some pictures on Instagram and he liked them. Naturally, I creeped on his profile and now I follow him.

I'm obsessed with Hoop-Dee-Doo and this was the perfect way to spend my 30th birthday.

Up next: Christmas Light Viewing

Trip Report: Tri-Circle D Ranch (December 2018)

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We had some time to kill before dinner so we headed over to the Tri-Circle D Ranch. It's just a hop skip and a jump away from Pioneer Hall.

There's a little room in the stable that has a recording that tells you a brief history of Walt and horses. It also has a bunch of pictures and some displays. 

One of the big horses (I think a Percheron) was getting a bath. My parents stopped and talked to the CM doing the washing for a little bit while I looked around. 

You can see some of the horses, but a lot of them are away from the public. I'm sure that's for their safety. You also can't touch them. They each have their own Disney name tags outside their stalls. And there are instructions for their individual diets. these horses live a pretty charmed life.

Outside is where Cinderella's ponies are kept. They are kept in a few different pens. We were trying to figure out how they are divided-size, personality, etc. And they had a cool little device to push down on and get fresh water. I know some horses who would think that was a toy. 

We also checked out the little gift shop. There are tons of cool signs and details in and outside the shop. The only thing I really wanted from the store was the resort-specific Christmas pin. I really wish I bought it, but reasonable me decided not to because it was pricey and  I already bought some from other resorts. 

Then, we headed back to Pioneer Hall and waited for them to open the doors.

Up next: Hoop-Dee-Doo is Life!