Spring
Break 2002
Since I had never been on a spring break during my college career, I put my foot down this year and insisted on going somewhere. Originally I wanted to go to Germany with Daniel because airfare to Europe was dirt cheap. However, the actual vacation was still a little pricey for college students with only a few months in which to plan and save. So thanks to ShaLo and her parents' time-share in Orlando, we (ShaLo, me, Daniel, Lecia, Patrick, and Shank) went to Disney World for a week.
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Day
One:
We headed off to Orlando early Saturday morning. Considering it was SPRING break, you'd think it was warm, but oh no. Patrick and I were bundled up in our coats, Clemson blanket, and ultra-cool ski caps.
We headed off to Orlando early Saturday morning. Considering it was SPRING break, you'd think it was warm, but oh no. Patrick and I were bundled up in our coats, Clemson blanket, and ultra-cool ski caps.
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Thanks
to Shanelle's parents, we had an awesome place to stay: Orange Lake Country
Club and Resort. Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Lord. The place was really nice,
and we all saved a ton of money.
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Day
Two:
Sunday we (minus Lecia) went to the Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue. I told
Claire (right) Shanelle and Patrick had just become engaged, so they had
to get up and dance in front of everyone.
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Then
Daniel was chosen to be in the show as the Indian Scout. He did a great
job, brought down the house, and was even recognized the next day.
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We
had the absolute best waiter there, Wayne. He kept our plates filled and
the drinks coming. Nothing like getting a great show, wonderful food,
tip, and open bar for $48!
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Day
Three:
We went to Universal Studios on Monday and had a great time. A highlight was Daniel and Shank getting wet on the Jaws ride (serves them right for suggesting a water ride in 55 degee weather).
We went to Universal Studios on Monday and had a great time. A highlight was Daniel and Shank getting wet on the Jaws ride (serves them right for suggesting a water ride in 55 degee weather).
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Day
Four:
Shank, Daniel and I went to Magic Kingdom on Tuesday so that I could meet
up with my family. I met my brother Chet and his family for Breakfast
with Pooh. Jeannie was excited to get a picture with Pooh (and so was
I).
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I
met everyone else a little later in Frontierland. From left: Natalie (in
stroller), Molly, Chet, Jeannie, me, Chan Sr., Chan Jr., Kelly, and Chase.
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Daniel,
Shank, and I went on Splash Mountain and ended up getting stuck on the
main drop's incline for half an hour. Turns out we were in a defective
log which kept messing up the sensors. I was glad to be alive after being
trapped wet and cold on an encased hill in a broken log.
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Here's
just one of those stereotypical Disney World pictures everyone has somewhere.
Cinderella's castle makes for an awesome backdrop.
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The
teacups are definitely made with children in mind. Daniel being 6'4"
made riding this classic a whole new experience. Turning the center wheel
was a little more difficult with his legs hanging over it.
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Even
though we had all had a LONG day, we all went to Pleasure Island to have
a little fun. Now that we are all 21, we didn't take advantage of PI like
we should have. Those cups are full of water.
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Disney
World's entrance has enormous characters across it. If you look closely,
Lecia is by Goofy's left foot. Never realized how big those characters
were until I took this picture.
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Day
Five:
We went to Island of Adventure, which was much more our speed, compared to Universal Studios. We especially loved the Incredible Hulk ride, Spiderman, and Daniel loved Jurassic Park and all the dinosaurs.
We went to Island of Adventure, which was much more our speed, compared to Universal Studios. We especially loved the Incredible Hulk ride, Spiderman, and Daniel loved Jurassic Park and all the dinosaurs.
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In
Dr. Suess Land we all rode the Suessocel. The horses were all different
Suess characters, which made it look so much neater than a regular carosel.
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Day
Six:
On Thursday Shank and Daniel decided to stay home and relax. Meanwhile, Patrick, Lecia, Shanelle and I went to more Disney parks. First stop was Animal Kingdom, which was lots of fun, but only has enough stuff to keep us entertained for about 2 hours.
On Thursday Shank and Daniel decided to stay home and relax. Meanwhile, Patrick, Lecia, Shanelle and I went to more Disney parks. First stop was Animal Kingdom, which was lots of fun, but only has enough stuff to keep us entertained for about 2 hours.
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Shanelle, Patrick and Lecia spent the day at Magic Kingdom. Shank, Daniel and I spent it laying out by the pool. Then after getting a nice burn, Daniel and I went to the Disney Marketplace, which has of all things Lego Land. So Daniel and I made Lego versions of Mickey and Minnie.
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Finally had to pack up and head home. The vacation flew by, but we made every minute count, and got to do everything we wanted to. We stopped by the Disney Marketplace one last time to pick up a few things and have breakfast before heading out. Can you believe McDonald's denied us breakfast at 10:20a.m.? Oh well, Ears to you, 2002!