tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51525250518147804292024-03-29T07:30:31.262-04:00Closet FashionistaCloset Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.comBlogger2589125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-25539940671448744592024-03-29T07:30:00.002-04:002024-03-29T07:30:00.132-04:00{recap} Wardrobe Update - March 2024<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGk3zx42hUK1lsjW2U_j3EzCdXvi1VeTmLF_c_RkGrHFEQmEbZJbPRqPRu5PkZLdqGwO5t7d_aAM8_BwA72jbwGVjMcB01biMSoEVaK9ZMWI539z0AxtrQU2zbmS5zjrDyEMCgA1ncQshp/s1000/3-march.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGk3zx42hUK1lsjW2U_j3EzCdXvi1VeTmLF_c_RkGrHFEQmEbZJbPRqPRu5PkZLdqGwO5t7d_aAM8_BwA72jbwGVjMcB01biMSoEVaK9ZMWI539z0AxtrQU2zbmS5zjrDyEMCgA1ncQshp/w640-h426/3-march.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p> </p><p><b>THE (modified) RULES</b></p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p><b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br /><br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><br /><br /><b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br /><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p> </p><p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p></p><b><i>Accessories:</i></b><ol><li>None<br /></li></ol><p> <br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://bit.ly/47IYMyT" target="_blank"><b>Colorfulkoala</b> High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal</a> ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)<br /></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul><li>None<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in March: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2024: $0</p><p>Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0</p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-12212243741916004902024-03-14T07:30:00.013-04:002024-03-14T07:30:00.141-04:00{food} What I've Been Baking - Part 27<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Happy Pi Day! No pies in today's roundup but I do have a circle citrus cake and some cookies, haha! I will be making a pizza for dinner though, so I think that counts as celebrating, don't you think? For those that do not know, Pi Day celebrates the math symbol π. It is on 3/14 because the first numbers of Pi are 3.14 (do not ask me to name the rest) Back in elementary and middle school days we celebrated with pies, pizzas and other round items. I think one year for extra credit I made a pi-day themed quilt. Ahh to be young and carefree again!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHeOBPoRJHY8UHJ2Wcr4TR2OlqqObF5CSUJYVgMmtkn832Jz8VI1Ij0-gwZPXSA8f5gIMK0bIOwXxnyd81mwLIcsF022Eo7dumhsmQhhO0cm-37ktl9WcyAEadDFy6fYqf8VpTv7prYo9nFrswIVkFGKAMxm51vvOuMKjbfXzn5Zug-mXH6XcRPap17FyP/s1000/baking-oatlmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies-no-knead-bread-chocolate-peanut-butter-brownie-ombre-citrus-cake-chocolate-truffles-blueberry-muffins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHeOBPoRJHY8UHJ2Wcr4TR2OlqqObF5CSUJYVgMmtkn832Jz8VI1Ij0-gwZPXSA8f5gIMK0bIOwXxnyd81mwLIcsF022Eo7dumhsmQhhO0cm-37ktl9WcyAEadDFy6fYqf8VpTv7prYo9nFrswIVkFGKAMxm51vvOuMKjbfXzn5Zug-mXH6XcRPap17FyP/w640-h426/baking-oatlmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies-no-knead-bread-chocolate-peanut-butter-brownie-ombre-citrus-cake-chocolate-truffles-blueberry-muffins.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpNn0JwAI6F/?igsh=dTBzamFxNDl0cXhh" target="_blank">Ombré Citrus Cake</a></h3><p>I've had this recipe from Turkuaz Kitchen saved for a year and finally made it! Betul's recipes are always beautiful and her Instagram videos are so soothing. This recipe was super easy to make but I was scared about it coming out as pretty as hers. I actually made two because I had a lot of orange slices. Techically didn't have enough of the blood orange syrup for both cakes, but that's okay! Half of it is supposed to be served on top as a drizzle when served so I just skipped that step. Next time I may try to make the slices thinner so I can use more for each cake.<br /></p><p><br /></p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.thevanillabeanblog.com/layered-peanut-butter-crunch-brownies/" target="_blank">Heart Shaped Layered Peanut Butter Crunch Brownies</a> </h3><p>I made this as a very special Valentine's Day dessert! I slightly modified it by leaving off the cacao nibs and putting m&ms in the brownie. It took a LONG time to bake in the heart shaped pan so the outside came out really cripsy and the inside was undercooked with a large hole in the center. (I stopped cooking it after an hour, haha...the recipe says 25-27 minutes for a normal pan and that it would be "slightly longer" for the heart shaped pan...) So while I'm a little disappointed in the bake of the brownie the flavors were great! I don't mind undercooked brownie but the hard as a rock exterior was not my favorite. 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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://handletheheat.com/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/" target="_blank">Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies</a></h3><p>I always forget I have oats so I decided to whip up some oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. I went with the recipe in Tessa's Ultimate Cookie Handbook. For me it was a little too oaty, next time I might do less oats and more chocolate chips. The flavor was great though, I love the spice level from the cinnamon. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSMqL_DfA8JnEx8jD3M0vGuUvnnSm9q7CnHqaqenYoBpweRLcrmCvDd3Vr1PrVqBM3VQE-A94f82uX4taWBFra4Fb9rXTbw2ENBJ-6ekVwxI2x3CNFy4g6wQfpBvJVrQH4HjQi-CCUPh414WGBbLwm4vK1iKXml5QEIAhy2Jtjm974JdU3K4qSUBXJiyWZ/s4032/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2581" data-original-width="4032" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSMqL_DfA8JnEx8jD3M0vGuUvnnSm9q7CnHqaqenYoBpweRLcrmCvDd3Vr1PrVqBM3VQE-A94f82uX4taWBFra4Fb9rXTbw2ENBJ-6ekVwxI2x3CNFy4g6wQfpBvJVrQH4HjQi-CCUPh414WGBbLwm4vK1iKXml5QEIAhy2Jtjm974JdU3K4qSUBXJiyWZ/w640-h410/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.jennycancook.com/recipes/2-hour-fastest-no-knead-bread/" target="_blank">2 Hour Fastest No Knead Bread</a></h3><p style="text-align: left;">If you've been around long enough you'll know I constantly make this bread recipe for our lunches. This time I did a slight variation and did a cup of whole wheat flour and the rest regular flour. It added a nice bit of nuttiness! Next time I might go for 2 cups and see how that is! </p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj94IYSdzIrPfFjYljlq7tMmh8VpOeuGeKrzNz4ACBYJnNL604H_BVAQhVJIC5NELk_Rmn0JQymKNBbYlxrB4GRP1sxWd-Kmk_9H6jm-DBG9zZJa6GJ_mBhO0eC5YKg78VQG0_7nDTwfQZDzLeekQEMpaghx1OI3vUBUfzqLSIiEZh_PBgoesf2sIFOynZk/s2268/2-hour-no-knead-bread-whole-wheat-flour.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2268" data-original-width="2268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj94IYSdzIrPfFjYljlq7tMmh8VpOeuGeKrzNz4ACBYJnNL604H_BVAQhVJIC5NELk_Rmn0JQymKNBbYlxrB4GRP1sxWd-Kmk_9H6jm-DBG9zZJa6GJ_mBhO0eC5YKg78VQG0_7nDTwfQZDzLeekQEMpaghx1OI3vUBUfzqLSIiEZh_PBgoesf2sIFOynZk/w640-h640/2-hour-no-knead-bread-whole-wheat-flour.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://handletheheat.com/brown-butter-blueberry-muffins/" target="_blank">Brown Butter Blueberry Muffins</a></h3>Another bake I come back to time and again. It's so easy and tasty. I used <a href="https://bit.ly/43UV2ck" target="_blank">frozen wild blueberries</a>
instead of normal sized because I prefer them small. I also chilled the batter overnight before baking to help them puff up and be extra tall (the recipe says to put frozen blueberries in after this step, but I do it before because I don't mind if they turn blue.)<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA7-FdTXoK37N3cmDZ-hsM44vpnnBE4wiSB2_M-L8oLpARon7izvboOatvMXFM1auohf-kAMrj9SvYcYd53bMUxLIvzmckxxHV589O4Djmae-EVNOdDSUeFVajbSOEcZUBK1fK1uRC-GxkyvfIO0pJ-bEP0RS2KYjFiFTNgNE8SJ96kevl8EMzpVYFFQk9/s1000/blueberry-muffins-handle-the-heat.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA7-FdTXoK37N3cmDZ-hsM44vpnnBE4wiSB2_M-L8oLpARon7izvboOatvMXFM1auohf-kAMrj9SvYcYd53bMUxLIvzmckxxHV589O4Djmae-EVNOdDSUeFVajbSOEcZUBK1fK1uRC-GxkyvfIO0pJ-bEP0RS2KYjFiFTNgNE8SJ96kevl8EMzpVYFFQk9/w640-h410/blueberry-muffins-handle-the-heat.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://handletheheat.com/chocolate-truffles/" target="_blank">Chocolate Truffles</a></h3><p style="text-align: left;">I had some leftover heavy cream to use up and in addition to making some "cream" biscuits that I forgot to take a photo of, I also made some delicious truffles. I didn't really need a recipe but decided to try Tessa's. Hers was interesting because there is a little corn syrup in it to help thicken them. After rolling them out I covered them in sprinkles and coconut. I should have done more with coconut but wasn't sure we would like the combo. Spoiler alert - we did!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiewHUnr-mHI6LSfkghJZ_gxWvj07JPCp52_CEhrfuir3tqy3LYslNNmY26CN4HzhsOoXPy40GjhUtC9cnvl6Ep13POasOJNqbnMOex7lqWlETzPj_FQZSEi9D3MH9ovkyeDm399gfcWHm_jIOZ8gTiD02RBwZ4LXRRohkTGaErsAz-mqgbh_TSPqpDZV8p/s1000/chocolate-truffles-sprinkles-coconut-flakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiewHUnr-mHI6LSfkghJZ_gxWvj07JPCp52_CEhrfuir3tqy3LYslNNmY26CN4HzhsOoXPy40GjhUtC9cnvl6Ep13POasOJNqbnMOex7lqWlETzPj_FQZSEi9D3MH9ovkyeDm399gfcWHm_jIOZ8gTiD02RBwZ4LXRRohkTGaErsAz-mqgbh_TSPqpDZV8p/w640-h410/chocolate-truffles-sprinkles-coconut-flakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p></p></div>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-71932288517312135882024-03-07T07:30:00.042-05:002024-03-08T11:51:32.374-05:00{outfit} Cozy Winter Days<p>The weather has been all over the place lately. One day its freezing and windy (here) another it's 60 degrees and I'm enjoying the park! This outfit was all about being cozy for an 8 year old's birthday party. Even though it was chilly outside I decided to wear these mules to add some fun to the look, the party was inside, after-all! I've been favoring my easier to wear jeans but decided to make a statement with these patchwork jeans from Free People. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Purple Coat: <a href="https://bit.ly/48IQRlZ" target="_blank"><b>Greylin</b> Longline Shirt Jacket</a> in purple (<a href="https://bit.ly/2NLRHqI" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a>)</p><p>Sweater: <b><a href="https://bit.ly/433l4L8" target="_blank">Abercrombie & Fitch</a></b></p><p>Jeans: <a href="https://bit.ly/3wJWeE3" target="_blank"><b>Free People </b>'Jax' Patchwork Jeans</a></p><p>Shoes: <a href="https://bit.ly/438kig6" target="_blank"><b>Splendid</b> Harvest Mules in Tiger/Cheetah Print</a> (<a href="https://bit.ly/2EiEQHC" target="_blank">eBay</a>)</p><p><b><a href="https://flatsocks.com/collections/view-all/products/flat-socks-dark-heather-grey" target="_blank">FlatSocks</a></b> /co <br /></p><p>Sunglasses: <a href="https://bit.ly/3xLzO3H" target="_blank"><b>Gucci</b> Aviators</a> (bought in Rome) </p><p>Hat: Kensington Palace gift shop</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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<div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="5156003"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/cc781d1d730aa81280d2687fb87436d3ee4ddaf5/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.</noscript></div></div>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-7418911088171709262024-02-29T16:38:00.001-05:002024-03-01T16:41:35.371-05:00{recap} Wardrobe Update - February 2024<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvphqW09qsCQ1v7-MkzpxnuWlzCE3hrFn6xvCmeLgfDVgJaIlYvtl96wDeSu2q8ic6HLrZO516G5cVFsjJ0J-bb5I8c4ctkj3Noh6vZS00GTXXrsh10vWMDMVTaSgz6bXgjKwMUQ5vnxTL/s1600/2-february.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvphqW09qsCQ1v7-MkzpxnuWlzCE3hrFn6xvCmeLgfDVgJaIlYvtl96wDeSu2q8ic6HLrZO516G5cVFsjJ0J-bb5I8c4ctkj3Noh6vZS00GTXXrsh10vWMDMVTaSgz6bXgjKwMUQ5vnxTL/s640/2-february.jpg" width="640" /></a> <br /></p><p>Another month with no clothing purchases. These posts are getting a little boring, no? But I'm going to keep up with them because I think it's good to show that you don't always need to buy new clothes and can shop your own closet. We need to break the fast fashion cycle where people are buying new wardrobes every few months. For most of my later blogging years I have tried to go with the less is more approach and only add items that I know will last. Occasionally I will still buy a crazy piece I'm not sure of just to try it out, but I try to avoid that.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>THE (modified) RULES</b></p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p><b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br /><br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><br /><br /><b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br /><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p> </p><p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p></p><b><i>Accessories:</i></b><ol><li>None<br /></li></ol><p> <br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://bit.ly/47IYMyT" target="_blank"><b>Colorfulkoala</b> High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal</a> ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)<br /></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul><li>None<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in February: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2024: $0</p><p>Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0</p><p></p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-3537180623938825282024-02-22T09:16:00.003-05:002024-02-22T09:16:26.561-05:00{outfit} Blazers and Stripes<p>I really need to start wearing all my blazers again. I have so many and can't get rid of them because they all hold such special memories and are just plain pretty! I mostly stopped wearing them because I don't go out to many "events" these days and wearing a blazer to the grocery store on the weekend feels funny. But I'm just going to go for it now! They're outerwear, so they're practical for this chilly weather This is one of my more recent blazers, bought for $36 in early 2019. Probably one of my last blazer purchases because I made myself stop buying them. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Blazer: <a href="https://bit.ly/3wqLwCp" target="_blank"><b>Sandro</b> burgundy double breasted blazer</a> (<a href="http://roundaboutcouture.com/" target="_blank">Roundabout Resale</a>)</p><p></p><p>Striped Top: <a href="https://bit.ly/3wrAvAE" target="_blank"><b>Splendid</b> 'Duke' striped pullover</a> c/o <a href="https://bit.ly/2SwNjOE" target="_blank">Shopbop</a><br /></p><p>Jeans: <a href="https://bit.ly/3I9pC9i" target="_blank"><b>Everlane </b>high-rise skinny jean in mid-blue</a></p><p>Ankle Boots: <a href="https://bit.ly/4bJMlX0" target="_blank"><b>Candie's</b> "ChiChi" Faux Suede Platform Heeled Boot</a>s c/o <a href="http://bit.ly/2QvOv2y" target="_blank">Kohl's</a> <br /></p><p>Bag: <a href="https://bit.ly/49JALt3" target="_blank">Dark Purple<b> Chloé</b> Faye</a> (<a href="http://bit.ly/2h7JII3" target="_blank">eBay</a>) </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
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washer/dryer safe, even these fur ones. This keeps the inside of your shoes clean. To learn more about how to use these liner socks check out <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/03/outfit-invisible-socks-for-my-burberry.html" target="_blank">my post on them from last year</a>! Can you tell I'm wearing socks in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CqIpBKvsN-j" target="_blank">this Instagram post</a>? Well, I am!<br /></p><p> </p><p>While these are meant to replace socks I've been using them more as extra warmth for this particular pair of boots and I still wear socks with them. The extra padding makes my feet super cozy and I love how soft they are. I even have a pair of <a href="https://bit.ly/3UbFGi1" target="_blank">arch support insoles</a> under the liner socks to make them even more comfortable for long Winter walks or while shoveling snow.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq_EtsfJX7bDNgr8YWRbRPMFhARPyrVGgkf_q9OC2f8dHLYh352gvRdfS4Lg95jduPYKevzctXrV2CC190gT9J5Lk2Aohw-VHxsx5QbZKKsIQQ5Q7t-dwiwz-YNHjUsQZh0wOKuzN-Eh47mJJqvXofN9KVvAohpxi9lhu5yWDCAsh0Dkm9I_-BTe_ALNjV/s1000/using-flat-socks-with-winter-boots.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq_EtsfJX7bDNgr8YWRbRPMFhARPyrVGgkf_q9OC2f8dHLYh352gvRdfS4Lg95jduPYKevzctXrV2CC190gT9J5Lk2Aohw-VHxsx5QbZKKsIQQ5Q7t-dwiwz-YNHjUsQZh0wOKuzN-Eh47mJJqvXofN9KVvAohpxi9lhu5yWDCAsh0Dkm9I_-BTe_ALNjV/s16000/using-flat-socks-with-winter-boots.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBypKz6pETQypvdui-yLy3_1rGt8Sm-SssMlcjEpGifMLOaou68VFJw4LsapoIznOQHkWiPvokj5_zhxbU14D7Mh-VwVvOTPNDF11AUOguzKbt0SVxNaVuvGPkliWkZUVHWouqkHrGXATqkD4bNtMPV48W9ssw91PDii0mDU0ws-xuZ7A62bBlxNo-RP6n/s1000/flat-socks-with-powerstep-insoles-001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBypKz6pETQypvdui-yLy3_1rGt8Sm-SssMlcjEpGifMLOaou68VFJw4LsapoIznOQHkWiPvokj5_zhxbU14D7Mh-VwVvOTPNDF11AUOguzKbt0SVxNaVuvGPkliWkZUVHWouqkHrGXATqkD4bNtMPV48W9ssw91PDii0mDU0ws-xuZ7A62bBlxNo-RP6n/w640-h410/flat-socks-with-powerstep-insoles-001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KVWFs_YqDEaD0BRChkEL5kYF_qL-x45rtC2PiGXNXdroH10ulDkRDStxSB-vUFNOjfZz6zhjbujI20CJNpQwGklbk6wZ0HPheh6tQaGrvebsTyme2kwQrmbe_2nMCgq4MedpgAxjLM6Ux5Tbf7iaC40Nzj442Tj4vhErXyHS9SDym5_GNHLfaSiFE0wl/s1000/flat-socks-with-powerstep-insoles-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KVWFs_YqDEaD0BRChkEL5kYF_qL-x45rtC2PiGXNXdroH10ulDkRDStxSB-vUFNOjfZz6zhjbujI20CJNpQwGklbk6wZ0HPheh6tQaGrvebsTyme2kwQrmbe_2nMCgq4MedpgAxjLM6Ux5Tbf7iaC40Nzj442Tj4vhErXyHS9SDym5_GNHLfaSiFE0wl/w640-h410/flat-socks-with-powerstep-insoles-002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Sweater: <b>Everlane</b> "The Wool-Cashmere Square Crew" in Crimson</p><p>Jeans: <b>Current/Elliott </b>(The Outnet)</p><p><span class="ProductDetailsColours81__colourName">Bag: <b>Marc by Marc Jacobs</b> 'Perfect Purse ostrich-effect PVC' (Net-a-Porter sale)</span></p><p>Hat: <b>Disney World</b> <br /></p><p>Sunglasses: <b>Chanel</b></p><p>Necklace: <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/839246840/labradorite-large-cabochon-kyanite-blue" target="_blank">Indulgems</a> </b> (Gilt) <b> </b> </p><p>Boots: <a href="https://poshmark.com/listing/Snowland-Vintage-Boots-8-6549599717e49c308ade1e96" target="_blank"><b>Vintage Snowland </b>Moccasin Ankle Boots</a> (from Grandma - <a href="https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Yodeler-Unbranded-fur-and-suede-mini-wedge-moccasin-boots-size-8-659edd4d943ddbd8ac4520ed" target="_blank">another pair</a>) </p><p>Chestnut Faux Fur FLAT SOCKS c/o</p><p><br /></p>
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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_ftvYLrGXm3gSbRSqfxFVYs07nLQKVgI83KnxSlU_9jlTblqNeUi0zLWUI7-8dzYpnNzuU2kdSq6U8p_71eKR1NcKorecCuWV5mMwqazAQwm1QMNojyagFIpMuqy-T8GwM6GtQrzVxTilDJqFw18MZC8k6h8g7TPQYOJek9jHFSzHoEZAgweO21Sa2n6F/s1000/baking-christmas-treats-chocolage-babka-cinnamon-babka-mille-feuille-chocolate-mousse-cake-lemon-blueberry-loaf-raspberry-lemon-pie.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_ftvYLrGXm3gSbRSqfxFVYs07nLQKVgI83KnxSlU_9jlTblqNeUi0zLWUI7-8dzYpnNzuU2kdSq6U8p_71eKR1NcKorecCuWV5mMwqazAQwm1QMNojyagFIpMuqy-T8GwM6GtQrzVxTilDJqFw18MZC8k6h8g7TPQYOJek9jHFSzHoEZAgweO21Sa2n6F/w640-h426/baking-christmas-treats-chocolage-babka-cinnamon-babka-mille-feuille-chocolate-mousse-cake-lemon-blueberry-loaf-raspberry-lemon-pie.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>Lots of Christmas weekend bakes in this one! Plus two more recipes I've had on my "to bake" list for a bit. Almost everything came out exactly as I'd hoped! Love when that happens.<br /></p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://preppykitchen.com/mille-feuille/" target="_blank">Mille Feuille</a></h3><p>I wanted to make something other than Christian's pie (below) for Christmas Eve and remembered we had frozen puff pastry I've been meaning to use. I googled and found this recipe for mille feuille (or napoleons, except this isn't almond flavored.) Objectively a simple recipe, but still messy and time consuming, ha ha! The diplomat cream was a little loose so they slid around a bit by the time I took the final photo, but they were a hit! Everyone that ate one said they were delicious. I don't like pastry cream so I didn't have one. We have some leftover cream and egg whites I need to use up too...<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXmlwq-xAiGbXjoXfdWicXmhIMKVs-K6di9bg7SUmgjANc17iRxcTMitOr16SqWoCfpnd8owMN5MMVUsbdnIES92PCimgf00v8i5vHtaXbqObDIX-G3uFXQlByu6EAFUZcU9y85zzIAQ26h4HMT8iI4k4VPeI_k22KVx1mvIBqDY-m1Pvfl4M-KHklk0BZ/s3024/mille-feuille.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXmlwq-xAiGbXjoXfdWicXmhIMKVs-K6di9bg7SUmgjANc17iRxcTMitOr16SqWoCfpnd8owMN5MMVUsbdnIES92PCimgf00v8i5vHtaXbqObDIX-G3uFXQlByu6EAFUZcU9y85zzIAQ26h4HMT8iI4k4VPeI_k22KVx1mvIBqDY-m1Pvfl4M-KHklk0BZ/w640-h640/mille-feuille.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcMJqeZsBX7jb7qrmS_zUj791B5AUGxy7oyQLQnj1fzvNxVkLolssSahc0xi1b_2Oqpa_HMurYxePm44zAOETBEyw3K2Oef_A4LaI27ypyb0A10pHHPuEedb-zBODWyqWxaMNLKsVxGsPZZN_gaAQag3i49KtxHVfOIzf2VtBlF0fgg7kLHU5NGGUh4GC/s3024/christmas-desserts.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcMJqeZsBX7jb7qrmS_zUj791B5AUGxy7oyQLQnj1fzvNxVkLolssSahc0xi1b_2Oqpa_HMurYxePm44zAOETBEyw3K2Oef_A4LaI27ypyb0A10pHHPuEedb-zBODWyqWxaMNLKsVxGsPZZN_gaAQag3i49KtxHVfOIzf2VtBlF0fgg7kLHU5NGGUh4GC/w640-h640/christmas-desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not as pretty later in the evening, haha!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"> </h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://buttermilkbysam.com/lemon-raspberry-pie/" target="_blank">Lemon Raspberry Pie</a> + <a href="https://shrsl.com/4cv8b" target="_blank">King Arthur Flaky Pastry Dough</a></h3><p>This was Christian's Christmas Eve bake, but I helped a bit so including it anyway ;) The pie dough didn't come out right but I'm not sure what he did wrong since his pie crusts are usually good. Perhaps the instructions for the recipe were weird or he didn't cut in the butter enough. But the filling of the pie was very tasty even though that recipe was a little all over the place too, ha ha! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYXwM9_6_9BUU2KaktZCf1J8R_84g3qFAx0BBQT7WNg6HuVDkOm-EX34pW5NlX3UI_iS2I3xPiLA8xsIiqKNVk7hieCzdpifnnss_toC93dYgED_ZihEWchS69Pj8IYe9BTnS8QtOWWevBr1dfTV_17o7Y_7oMgWfj5BkdCLOEJt9sJZbWoMS9XUKNMiwp/s889/lemon-raspberry-pie.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="889" data-original-width="667" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYXwM9_6_9BUU2KaktZCf1J8R_84g3qFAx0BBQT7WNg6HuVDkOm-EX34pW5NlX3UI_iS2I3xPiLA8xsIiqKNVk7hieCzdpifnnss_toC93dYgED_ZihEWchS69Pj8IYe9BTnS8QtOWWevBr1dfTV_17o7Y_7oMgWfj5BkdCLOEJt9sJZbWoMS9XUKNMiwp/w480-h640/lemon-raspberry-pie.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/6865-cinnamon-babka" target="_blank">Cinnamon Babka</a></h3><p>I made chocolate babka earlier this year (and again this weekend) and wanted to try my hand at cinnamon for our Christmas morning breakfast. The recipe was from America's Test Kitchen, the same place I got the chocolate one from but the method was very different. Mine didn't come out looking how I hoped - the filling melted into the bread more than it was supposed to and there was a lot of it at the bottom of the loaf. If I make this again I may double the filling or see if I can find a recipe that uses a different rolling/twisting method. It still tasted great!</p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/14284-chocolate-babka" target="_blank">Chocolate Babka</a></h3><p>As mentioned above I already made this once, but it deserves another mention because its so tasty! And pretty easy to make, even if its a bit messy! It was a hit on Christmas morning and kept us all stuffed until early afternoon at Grandma's.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLT1FjkTmmKLTH5Ruuzw_yl0lMmB78HZ2Y8Ak0Ql6hQYt6EsvGEBj1UUMqOF6-97NQfXtGcSW0bqIlSc872ooJf0ZzNlNe2adDt4TH7Jm_zp4bKJGIt01jo071d14c3yvNbfbbGqKw1E7Bn1nNyeupiuPRbknly3V6lKCyn9F_FimwKI9nZWqjr_brH9J/s1000/chocolate-cinnamon-babka.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLT1FjkTmmKLTH5Ruuzw_yl0lMmB78HZ2Y8Ak0Ql6hQYt6EsvGEBj1UUMqOF6-97NQfXtGcSW0bqIlSc872ooJf0ZzNlNe2adDt4TH7Jm_zp4bKJGIt01jo071d14c3yvNbfbbGqKw1E7Bn1nNyeupiuPRbknly3V6lKCyn9F_FimwKI9nZWqjr_brH9J/w640-h426/chocolate-cinnamon-babka.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://butternutbakeryblog.com/chocolate-mousse-cake/" target="_blank">Chocolate Mousse Cake</a></h3><p>I had some leftover heavy cream from all my Christmas baking so I decided to make a recipe I had saved back in October to use it up. This was my first time making a mousse and a layered dessert of this type. It was easier than I thought it would be but also a little nerve wracking. My ganache was a little bit oon the thin side but other than that it came out great! (I'm annoyed because I KNEW it was thin and I was doing a time lapse video and didn't want to stop it to add more chocolate...grr!)</p><p></p>
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Before using the lemon for dinner I zested it for this recipe and had just enough juice left over as well. I like small, wild blueberries so I used some frozen ones to make this and I think next time I'll use a few less because it was a bit more blueberry dense than it would have been if I used normal size berries. It affected he cooking time a bit because of the extra bulk. But, even with the extra cooking time it was delicious! A perfect breakfast for cold winter mornings.</p>
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<br /><p><br /></p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-78324526810895930742024-01-31T07:30:00.031-05:002024-01-31T07:30:00.129-05:00{recap} Wardrobe Update - January 2024<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxptchw15q1dFmssUrGUVPfqcm0CRNavJxb-HbWd66IRGwz2A9f5L3_P3aGT4U0yGvYvewWoZgNLzBdVFkyYyCHKbsSaKHygo4hIhE9YwdGOKnJkISnT2oXcMdRkeLzv6EWti8A5FmnwGOpa3Fy00f8x5Icf3tpY9XPt5oxAPfcKHH-SpPwMqjfOyxXQ/s1000/1-january.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxptchw15q1dFmssUrGUVPfqcm0CRNavJxb-HbWd66IRGwz2A9f5L3_P3aGT4U0yGvYvewWoZgNLzBdVFkyYyCHKbsSaKHygo4hIhE9YwdGOKnJkISnT2oXcMdRkeLzv6EWti8A5FmnwGOpa3Fy00f8x5Icf3tpY9XPt5oxAPfcKHH-SpPwMqjfOyxXQ/w640-h426/1-january.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The first month of 2024 is already done, wow! This year I'm not planning on making too many clothing purchases, but I will continue to do my roundups because I can't stop now, ha ha! This will be my TENTH year tracking my clothing spending and it's funny looking back at my older posts where I would spend a couple hundred a month. My first recap post <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2014/03/recap-french-wardrobe-challenege-march.html" target="_blank">was March 2014 </a>and it was the month I bought my beloved Carven map print dress! I've definitely gotten my $300 worth out of that dress, with lots more more life left in it.</p><p> </p><p>Paragraph added before the end of the month since I prepared this early, haha! Amazon was having a sale on some leggings I like so I used credit card rewards to buy another pair. The first pair I bought was for my <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/11/travel-my-first-rundisney-5k-wine-dine.html" target="_blank">runDisney Cheshire Cat outfit</a>. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b>THE (modified) RULES</b></p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p><b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br /><br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><br /><br /><b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br /><br /></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p> </p><p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol><li>None</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p></p><b><i>Accessories:</i></b><ol><li>None<br /></li></ol><p> <br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>*NEW!* <a href="https://bit.ly/47IYMyT" target="_blank"><b>Colorfulkoala</b> High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal</a> ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)<br /></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul><li>None<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in January: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2024: $0</p><p>Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0</p><p></p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-43782792365623490462024-01-25T07:30:00.223-05:002024-01-25T07:30:00.129-05:00{throwback} How I Wore It Then to Now <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYQ3-IRAc7fb3aVx9Sfjn5cJcGBCS38DVPiLURQxfcCBNSG1bn1_ph9y78xz-OwAqUVlg-efBTNdilrmECORHnZC7W3qa6SxL_dknmL3LuaiEtdqI_6vLCQRxGskb8n8kzSGLykWIjscJGHoQoM-pp3t7lLGnNQUxh8pFtaqDGbG4euZJctjf2c-9ospBK/s2000/closet-fashionista-throwback-thursday-outfits5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1994" data-original-width="2000" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYQ3-IRAc7fb3aVx9Sfjn5cJcGBCS38DVPiLURQxfcCBNSG1bn1_ph9y78xz-OwAqUVlg-efBTNdilrmECORHnZC7W3qa6SxL_dknmL3LuaiEtdqI_6vLCQRxGskb8n8kzSGLykWIjscJGHoQoM-pp3t7lLGnNQUxh8pFtaqDGbG4euZJctjf2c-9ospBK/w640-h638/closet-fashionista-throwback-thursday-outfits5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p> </p><p>It's been a while since I did one of these roundup posts so I thought I would do it with some newer pieces! A couple pieces from pre-2017 also made the cut. We've got a mix of sweaters, jeans and one blouse. I'm a firm believer in wearing what you have and loving it to death. While some of these pieces are newer and haven't had the number of wears some other items in my closet have, they are well on their way! Gotta get that cost per wear down as far as it will go. Almost like a competition!<br /></p><p> </p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/41KBkjA" target="_blank"><b>Saint Laurent </b>silk patchwork blouse</a></h3><p>One of my favorite statement pieces is this Saint Laurent patchwork blouse. The prints and detailing are so fun, it makes any piece more exciting. I actually included this in one of my <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2019/01/throwback-how-i-wore-it-then-to-now.html" target="_blank">earlier roundups</a> but there have been new outfits since then, so why not share more!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMmEYVDF-tbSrK0v-cTe2KhmxXIg0ZdmvT1YBy7Rz0NCAknd1FP953McKx0PZhOgbngJ41qVnzJ27digTOa3GLxN2AQxu4WrSyuseC6S0Ud4_jtl0kdPo30A9AHQ9ONT3-mMSyLhdZp8FcIsOUlVHhzCyjIn985Iau7lD7JPQHz993ssMu3e1BTz4pO4Qg/s1000/saint-laurent-patchwork-blouse-j-brand-maria-aubergine-velvet-jean-lanvin-studded-leather-city-sandal-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMmEYVDF-tbSrK0v-cTe2KhmxXIg0ZdmvT1YBy7Rz0NCAknd1FP953McKx0PZhOgbngJ41qVnzJ27digTOa3GLxN2AQxu4WrSyuseC6S0Ud4_jtl0kdPo30A9AHQ9ONT3-mMSyLhdZp8FcIsOUlVHhzCyjIn985Iau7lD7JPQHz993ssMu3e1BTz4pO4Qg/w410-h640/saint-laurent-patchwork-blouse-j-brand-maria-aubergine-velvet-jean-lanvin-studded-leather-city-sandal-002.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU2ElKkYHeV9kjtml_He7Be8677SEW64Nrt03ES9dmZmwGPsWkq-i5ocJXUXb-bNjmr0ov1-A0QfDwvaC8iW_mueKR0b97esXn_TFf15ftoKfiSMjzpsWJ7Z-Jl0e1yEQixwH5ubti29C8/s1600/saint-laurent-silk-patchwork-blouse-elie-tahari-shea-velvet-pants-coach-nacie-pump-aurate-simple-pearl-necklace-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-italian-leather-handbag-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU2ElKkYHeV9kjtml_He7Be8677SEW64Nrt03ES9dmZmwGPsWkq-i5ocJXUXb-bNjmr0ov1-A0QfDwvaC8iW_mueKR0b97esXn_TFf15ftoKfiSMjzpsWJ7Z-Jl0e1yEQixwH5ubti29C8/w410-h640/saint-laurent-silk-patchwork-blouse-elie-tahari-shea-velvet-pants-coach-nacie-pump-aurate-simple-pearl-necklace-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-italian-leather-handbag-002.jpg" width="410" /></a> <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuX28zdEmJsYd8ag8KhB4WNkmTuTtm0G9QHM6YfX7ou44bf4mML02qSSs4fBF3WDbKTyAsY2U3jrfoIwRSWVpyJons1phiPbsfJ__vOP0gX6Q1-BKJ0z6geeoDVOYcU5TD6BCpj3b3Q9iY/s1600/sandro-paris-burgundy-blazer-saint-laurent-silk-patchwork-western-blouse-free-people-flares-chloe-round-toe-ankle-boots-dark-purple-chloe-faye-bag-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuX28zdEmJsYd8ag8KhB4WNkmTuTtm0G9QHM6YfX7ou44bf4mML02qSSs4fBF3WDbKTyAsY2U3jrfoIwRSWVpyJons1phiPbsfJ__vOP0gX6Q1-BKJ0z6geeoDVOYcU5TD6BCpj3b3Q9iY/w410-h640/sandro-paris-burgundy-blazer-saint-laurent-silk-patchwork-western-blouse-free-people-flares-chloe-round-toe-ankle-boots-dark-purple-chloe-faye-bag-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-002.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/3gAJFi8" target="_blank"><b>Autumn Cashmere</b></a> Landscape Intarsia Sweater</h3><p>From one statement piece to another. I couldn't skip one of my favorite sweaters! When I originally wanted to buy it in Jan 2019 I did a poll and there were some very strong opinions on it, glad I went with my gut and got it! And now there are loads of sweaters like this, ahead of the curve <br /></p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLgpdQKIh4ERv8fFFiO6yX9zAUwEz8FQydYODwVCYtkjmvgUDv4c7CiH-VTk3NQMFGNt13hfm1t9no6pta3vRHGU7OqSfE-KvHiPOgurW4AhoepQyFfGdL6vZnMJ7xwIog2E_VKU3ipPVVKaaet7xqBqlzpuqgLLAkbwkLRGuE1GpIOSSTUkuHcXJKTvsx/s1000/autumn-cashmere-landscape-sweater-rag-bone-nina-high-rise-skinny-jeans-marc-jacobs-moto-boots-chloe-faye-bag-gucci-sunglasses-006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLgpdQKIh4ERv8fFFiO6yX9zAUwEz8FQydYODwVCYtkjmvgUDv4c7CiH-VTk3NQMFGNt13hfm1t9no6pta3vRHGU7OqSfE-KvHiPOgurW4AhoepQyFfGdL6vZnMJ7xwIog2E_VKU3ipPVVKaaet7xqBqlzpuqgLLAkbwkLRGuE1GpIOSSTUkuHcXJKTvsx/w410-h640/autumn-cashmere-landscape-sweater-rag-bone-nina-high-rise-skinny-jeans-marc-jacobs-moto-boots-chloe-faye-bag-gucci-sunglasses-006.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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How about a pair of statement jeans?! They haven't been on the blog much, but they're such a fun piece that I wear a good amount...we just forget to take pictures sometimes, ha ha!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEido8oHFi-s45nxTy9D1rtKUzSx5qc6i6hdtR2l5FJRs9ST92yl-E9D2WBio-ML2oy678rDCSALIEv14iMxSL-BTY0knOsCBsi60O4R-mwrv0PV_SV7n9msweNSRnqAzsflqLDDz2BjBBI5eMpvrMSwSMkZIE9RwUonWUUnRgyJWnKwKfqz2TUrnluLOtNf/s1000/willi-smith-gold-sweater-tank-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-skinny-jean-purple-prada-cahier-ancient-greek-sandals-kore-of-berlin-embroidery-sandal-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEido8oHFi-s45nxTy9D1rtKUzSx5qc6i6hdtR2l5FJRs9ST92yl-E9D2WBio-ML2oy678rDCSALIEv14iMxSL-BTY0knOsCBsi60O4R-mwrv0PV_SV7n9msweNSRnqAzsflqLDDz2BjBBI5eMpvrMSwSMkZIE9RwUonWUUnRgyJWnKwKfqz2TUrnluLOtNf/w410-h640/willi-smith-gold-sweater-tank-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-skinny-jean-purple-prada-cahier-ancient-greek-sandals-kore-of-berlin-embroidery-sandal-002.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_GTs14gDWTAJxNwD_Q3ISrDr0zHvwtS9GlhFwXV87XbTyLQcUO86ERBa95X2MpRfPGObycBg2-L3ZJDD4wrte3IWZHVwDsShYgZWQGcfGSxc3lF3Ix-D6Lmir_GVmgJxQV7ZRN06WO6EyXz5h0CteEn0oIQL1O_8vSNnAmlMqkzJJvsxuIfhVl9NtaQ/s1000/target-tee-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-skinny-jeans-ancient-greek-sandals-kore-of-berlin-10-anniversary-viola-purple-prada-cahier-bag-gucci-aviators-autate-lioness-pendant-004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_GTs14gDWTAJxNwD_Q3ISrDr0zHvwtS9GlhFwXV87XbTyLQcUO86ERBa95X2MpRfPGObycBg2-L3ZJDD4wrte3IWZHVwDsShYgZWQGcfGSxc3lF3Ix-D6Lmir_GVmgJxQV7ZRN06WO6EyXz5h0CteEn0oIQL1O_8vSNnAmlMqkzJJvsxuIfhVl9NtaQ/w410-h640/target-tee-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-skinny-jeans-ancient-greek-sandals-kore-of-berlin-10-anniversary-viola-purple-prada-cahier-bag-gucci-aviators-autate-lioness-pendant-004.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlqm_zDhiTP9sVKSsCbxbXJwX6u7NSNXFEjh5-ko4nGBBa2wiZELW5ai6NbEtjhqANjR9Dq9yLx7YjEy6dWbUCuOOOte4Lq0Og6V8Il37k3Yk_56aSGozvLN-DMitC46klBPiqdxaHrcUR/s1000/hand-knit-sweater-tank-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-leopard-skinny-jeans-ancient-greek-sandals-clara-sandal-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-002.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 5px 0px;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlqm_zDhiTP9sVKSsCbxbXJwX6u7NSNXFEjh5-ko4nGBBa2wiZELW5ai6NbEtjhqANjR9Dq9yLx7YjEy6dWbUCuOOOte4Lq0Og6V8Il37k3Yk_56aSGozvLN-DMitC46klBPiqdxaHrcUR/w410-h640/hand-knit-sweater-tank-stella-mccartney-wild-cat-leopard-skinny-jeans-ancient-greek-sandals-clara-sandal-gucci-aviator-sunglasses-002.jpg" width="410" /></a></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/49TxuIq" target="_blank"><b>J Brand</b> Maria High Rise</a> in Purple/Aubergine Velvet</h3><p>Another pair of pants, this time a little less statmenty, but still a super fun piece! I'm a big velvet fan and purple fan so the second I saw these on The RealReal (with tags!) I had to have them. They are super comfortable so I find myself reaching for them time and time again. You'll even spot them below with another piece from this post (and above with my Saint Laurent blouse.)</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoIGZgZM4V1uENJrZO8wFk8C8ODxDjyuQzF91lJB0Oi3SMZ7OsmRWR8cXWoD9mqSy7UNA4hJVz_A93tewDDcddNSgF_Vwuvx60XnB5vtcrpyMuOStBcMrUB8mlhHn9PCW6fL7Ox6HxtayR9M1Ytbs76MT85XFlx_MUhWI-3lo2zAqpbYOBj7Yozuhvyw/s1000/autumn-cashmere-landscape-sweater-j-brand-maria-high-rise-skinny-jean-purple-velvet-vince-camuto-davilla-boot-dark-purple-chloe-faye-ray-ban-erika-sunglasses-004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoIGZgZM4V1uENJrZO8wFk8C8ODxDjyuQzF91lJB0Oi3SMZ7OsmRWR8cXWoD9mqSy7UNA4hJVz_A93tewDDcddNSgF_Vwuvx60XnB5vtcrpyMuOStBcMrUB8mlhHn9PCW6fL7Ox6HxtayR9M1Ytbs76MT85XFlx_MUhWI-3lo2zAqpbYOBj7Yozuhvyw/w410-h640/autumn-cashmere-landscape-sweater-j-brand-maria-high-rise-skinny-jean-purple-velvet-vince-camuto-davilla-boot-dark-purple-chloe-faye-ray-ban-erika-sunglasses-004.jpg" width="410" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Babaton Green Snakeskin Cashmere Sweater<br /></h3><p>This sweater is an oldie but goodie! I got it years ago <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2012/09/outfit-luckyfabb-day-2-shopping-in-soho.html" target="_blank">back at a Lucky Magazine blogger event - LuckyFAB</a>. I miss the old days of blogging sometimes, but then again I'd probably be too lazy to go to NYC for an event these days, haha! There are over 20 blog posts with this sweater on the blog. 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzA0yCup28QJyOejMIdwuNZrlg0iIXW-ZkaZly0ZvJIacjr5supgyTOFOXJ4cS20Y4XqX1SOvkmdxUWVvyY7uK9gyNlQBiI-xaZkShqivFtt628JyECqpQ2qBOC6g0EwW-j7grHddQXxmgE3PqsnAPZlBlNetLGlg_3-pd0_v9jnT0MXnfiLBe2AfbUsov/s1000/disney-world-old-key-west-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzA0yCup28QJyOejMIdwuNZrlg0iIXW-ZkaZly0ZvJIacjr5supgyTOFOXJ4cS20Y4XqX1SOvkmdxUWVvyY7uK9gyNlQBiI-xaZkShqivFtt628JyECqpQ2qBOC6g0EwW-j7grHddQXxmgE3PqsnAPZlBlNetLGlg_3-pd0_v9jnT0MXnfiLBe2AfbUsov/w640-h410/disney-world-old-key-west-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I took a somewhat unplanned trip to Disney World at the beginning of January. After our December trip and being sad that Christian and I wouldn't be back until February, my friend jokingly said "you're welcome to join me Marathon weekend." Don't have to tempt me twice, haha! Sadly I had to leave Christian at home because he didn't want to take days off work.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjtYYnGuO5OFIkPujAknaHs9ne88pXhE55XvjMrmWb6ItqBnQblUa8J6aj8oLcRvtc7aMYDYuIkwi1nzlXzWB4qL31cIxbWrtmuvQ7JeE89Nt84YaFHBBlLRIT8atax3-HsH-r9cnIcMZ7_XfJbY7L8uLpNJXUP-qVDeIglJp9rHYaLQ7lzcb71B2fYQPK/s2066/disney100-characters-old-key-west.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2066" data-original-width="2066" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjtYYnGuO5OFIkPujAknaHs9ne88pXhE55XvjMrmWb6ItqBnQblUa8J6aj8oLcRvtc7aMYDYuIkwi1nzlXzWB4qL31cIxbWrtmuvQ7JeE89Nt84YaFHBBlLRIT8atax3-HsH-r9cnIcMZ7_XfJbY7L8uLpNJXUP-qVDeIglJp9rHYaLQ7lzcb71B2fYQPK/w640-h640/disney100-characters-old-key-west.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>We were originally staying at <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/04/travel-disney-hotels-pop-century-resort.html" target="_blank">Pop Century Resort</a>, old faithful, but a week before the trip we saw our dates pop up on a DVC Rental Facebook group for <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/old-key-west-resort/" target="_blank">Disney's Old Key West Resort</a>. We paid $865 for 4 nights by renting DVC points versus $2,043 booking directly through Disney. It ended up being cheaper than our Pop Century cost!</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7naf9Geu8pti_9G0-EOXJ3MJgMh6RwKB704UPhhW8gdb5UbwQrHrlju1MSEWJvh9XZAiGJcgKVo5NUiM1m_hES5slHBEDXBaS9Ajew2ul20M7C5QH6Jq5dBqO10vJWhBz_lUYfdQV_0fgrwxhrpfjsTus6BsyoJ2mkNqa8HUvr3IFHlKbU2fplrkpv-OQ/s1000/disneys-old-key-west-lobby-building.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7naf9Geu8pti_9G0-EOXJ3MJgMh6RwKB704UPhhW8gdb5UbwQrHrlju1MSEWJvh9XZAiGJcgKVo5NUiM1m_hES5slHBEDXBaS9Ajew2ul20M7C5QH6Jq5dBqO10vJWhBz_lUYfdQV_0fgrwxhrpfjsTus6BsyoJ2mkNqa8HUvr3IFHlKbU2fplrkpv-OQ/w640-h410/disneys-old-key-west-lobby-building.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW0JutffPjK9V94yMgDE4A1PeHCiUg2DF3nqt11PGeDtsMA0iYE1Py8WKFENijvU8zlbQ2IxM3Os3Ns-SzStlwG2BKdmaPZah06DlEZqPfdQDJq-gPlz-hoFHPJpKQknKJvuwEnLry6H1idzJKtPFBXvxt3ALcndFCRwAy4CF9x9-2p-5jMfOJ9GJYPGta/s1000/disneys-old-key-west-lobby.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW0JutffPjK9V94yMgDE4A1PeHCiUg2DF3nqt11PGeDtsMA0iYE1Py8WKFENijvU8zlbQ2IxM3Os3Ns-SzStlwG2BKdmaPZah06DlEZqPfdQDJq-gPlz-hoFHPJpKQknKJvuwEnLry6H1idzJKtPFBXvxt3ALcndFCRwAy4CF9x9-2p-5jMfOJ9GJYPGta/w640-h410/disneys-old-key-west-lobby.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7ZMrlCJFTwNInDu4DMN2ccig4RiTcCDh8E-dQh41kcU8X1jPyhyphenhyphenMFn0cOgZIv-lN1785V1rsmpjirLnb-CPxAzf9n8PyXAFFukWixnxPQAzDCaYULalrbYdMWXSw5Dh4gGQMOlO8wx8EnfVbgz2FeaELu6RVMSY1UeXWWmXZ14mBrtkW78StnJnkVnM-Q/s1000/disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7ZMrlCJFTwNInDu4DMN2ccig4RiTcCDh8E-dQh41kcU8X1jPyhyphenhyphenMFn0cOgZIv-lN1785V1rsmpjirLnb-CPxAzf9n8PyXAFFukWixnxPQAzDCaYULalrbYdMWXSw5Dh4gGQMOlO8wx8EnfVbgz2FeaELu6RVMSY1UeXWWmXZ14mBrtkW78StnJnkVnM-Q/w640-h426/disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXKRLEduOpc-gQywWJWHaOlX9tjaZaPFIrh_KpvwvZICZkPtIbgV3qh0-cnh9pbvLd2YuzaiXz-fcUdiQ42c98uT-kMmW4D1bz4jhfcEIuLHjvAV1NBpYJE61HLOzJ2m4WQ7itoGQidsFq1A3iiGfYfsoz6GwDtnJ0mNfrx4EeM2JDJC66n17hHSqafLHW/s1000/old-key-west-lounge-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXKRLEduOpc-gQywWJWHaOlX9tjaZaPFIrh_KpvwvZICZkPtIbgV3qh0-cnh9pbvLd2YuzaiXz-fcUdiQ42c98uT-kMmW4D1bz4jhfcEIuLHjvAV1NBpYJE61HLOzJ2m4WQ7itoGQidsFq1A3iiGfYfsoz6GwDtnJ0mNfrx4EeM2JDJC66n17hHSqafLHW/w640-h410/old-key-west-lounge-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>This resort was one of the lower on my list because it's a bit far from some of the parks and isn't in a theme I'm super excited about. But I'm glad I finally stayed here because I do want to stay at all the Disney World Resorts at some point. <br /></p><p> </p><p>Since the resort is so big, we got to take a golf cart to our room with our luggage so we didn't have to lug it the whole way to the room. You can also request this service on your checkout day as well. They carts are a little noisy but it was so fun! It's the little things, I guess, ha ha.</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsEKOmYkze4nbpAdYO2QpEyDyvXOS7UfBt-T0isnrMgBxgv9bZi2QQz7DJhC2qNLhyeIiTi1Mdn86D9-aM90EbZrPN_dSK8JlgYQH5xVrsDQ7_OV6BOH6cpV-gYewJ0V4SRTXDXXJ3dxo-YEQbjXdlGxLkhLBMKFoJQQWtPibHjbDhR5i_4d8qkXkblCnU/s1000/golf-cart-to-room-old-key-west.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsEKOmYkze4nbpAdYO2QpEyDyvXOS7UfBt-T0isnrMgBxgv9bZi2QQz7DJhC2qNLhyeIiTi1Mdn86D9-aM90EbZrPN_dSK8JlgYQH5xVrsDQ7_OV6BOH6cpV-gYewJ0V4SRTXDXXJ3dxo-YEQbjXdlGxLkhLBMKFoJQQWtPibHjbDhR5i_4d8qkXkblCnU/w640-h426/golf-cart-to-room-old-key-west.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5SSElzblP7IG9b4tgwNKFHqlTiATmlO0CMn41ZPImoSNIv9eV5figSWA8etIrvuznLEXmKFGeHyWawfpL1lNyXVlRWD7bSvb5nEd2Xts9teOB_fE8-1yfekHNWu9pgGiunAQfUCE7w-wOd59QrqZCxYj4Wbw-yTq90-Jh_JmKA9S6y9-OsWM81bVLWQs5/s1000/disney-old-key-west-views.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5SSElzblP7IG9b4tgwNKFHqlTiATmlO0CMn41ZPImoSNIv9eV5figSWA8etIrvuznLEXmKFGeHyWawfpL1lNyXVlRWD7bSvb5nEd2Xts9teOB_fE8-1yfekHNWu9pgGiunAQfUCE7w-wOd59QrqZCxYj4Wbw-yTq90-Jh_JmKA9S6y9-OsWM81bVLWQs5/w640-h426/disney-old-key-west-views.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>The rooms are in small buildings that house a few rooms each. We were on the second floor of our building. Be warned, there are no elevators at this resort so if you need accessibility accommodations make sure you let that be known. The ice stations are also not part of the buildings. We saw some at the various bus stops and I believe I read there are some by the pools as well.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTo6AW2Umu_fnYb__Yv-kBTYRQBX3bvy2VWyvUn5aHL_4LgZ1zatiZySacN8nI8vImj1el0Wlaw4o5Fl9qvum_aMbgCqaFKqlNOF7SmzJvmBAaIcXTzNdQbubyy25QTR6P-5du_ghGjHIsWPt7FPX9WNpO2nZic9vDznH-LCY-W7FbQbzwlP8427mZNGLK/s1000/disneys-old-key-west-studio-and-view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTo6AW2Umu_fnYb__Yv-kBTYRQBX3bvy2VWyvUn5aHL_4LgZ1zatiZySacN8nI8vImj1el0Wlaw4o5Fl9qvum_aMbgCqaFKqlNOF7SmzJvmBAaIcXTzNdQbubyy25QTR6P-5du_ghGjHIsWPt7FPX9WNpO2nZic9vDznH-LCY-W7FbQbzwlP8427mZNGLK/w640-h426/disneys-old-key-west-studio-and-view.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVZC-Vr3ZKyBYGnnfxANrpaTg6lKQj7fxCBV4D2xrY6hmRBGJenLPa_8tLtSG1z79TQtGEPE-uDUct_WjoxCyf8tWKi9TBsqtoE0SITGZTs8cIHgYaeCUi49m9aX05fwDiNegE0UROy5_4m5AO-cLHT0KKknHCtipQG8Q0cNgqaokl2tBFaQlgLFw3rKMK/s1000/old-key-west-room-building-exterior.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVZC-Vr3ZKyBYGnnfxANrpaTg6lKQj7fxCBV4D2xrY6hmRBGJenLPa_8tLtSG1z79TQtGEPE-uDUct_WjoxCyf8tWKi9TBsqtoE0SITGZTs8cIHgYaeCUi49m9aX05fwDiNegE0UROy5_4m5AO-cLHT0KKknHCtipQG8Q0cNgqaokl2tBFaQlgLFw3rKMK/w640-h426/old-key-west-room-building-exterior.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Transportation</h3><h4 style="text-align: left;">Buses</h4><p>The main form of transportation besides driving yourself or using rideshare is buses. Because the resort is so big there is an internal bus loop as well as buses to the parks. The bus stops are as follows:</p><ul><li>Peninsular Road</li><li>Old Turtle Pond Road <i>(this was our stop!)</i><br /></li><li>South Point</li><li>Miller’s Road</li><li>Hospitality House / North Cove</li></ul><p></p><p>Heading to the parks the bus stops in the above order, the same with returning from the parks. If you're coming from Disney Springs it will stop at the hospitality house first on the way back. It takes around 10-15 minutes to do the internal loop through Disney's
Old Key West Resort. Once the bus leaves the resort at the Hospitality House, it takes about 10-15 minutes to arrive at Epcot or Disney's Hollywood
Studios and 15-20 minutes to arrive at Magic Kingdom Park or Disney's
Animal Kingdom Park.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht622dXCyX0ULPv6Qv2I7h6Ha0XJ1kXSiD001eJvxU_V9DUZ0t1W1IYykAnIgUraZeAOdxWDiXj2p6hQ-3QaD3Dp7aoKmROj5vWaCSJXyga-8NLdFbGRha7KnssRUdqBlwL5lf9JHVQoaQHM8b4SuLjtfWKaVX3dvYLzp6960qO7V0aUJnIHuhrMm732mb/s1000/old-key-west-resort-bus.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht622dXCyX0ULPv6Qv2I7h6Ha0XJ1kXSiD001eJvxU_V9DUZ0t1W1IYykAnIgUraZeAOdxWDiXj2p6hQ-3QaD3Dp7aoKmROj5vWaCSJXyga-8NLdFbGRha7KnssRUdqBlwL5lf9JHVQoaQHM8b4SuLjtfWKaVX3dvYLzp6960qO7V0aUJnIHuhrMm732mb/w640-h426/old-key-west-resort-bus.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Boat</h4><p>Heading to Disney Springs? There's a boat dock by the hospitality building that will take you over to the Marketplace entrance of Disney Springs. There are also buses, but if you want a more fun ride, and have some time to kill, take the boat. It takes about 15 minutes once you're on a boat.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPH4oeYSZQmqx0-6JAVH0Si5wa_u64BXcNij2VjScjv8rPMOwHApUGaG58FH87zGYf5gRPtKYI9OIrXaGBHBVpCjI3i8OCKfcgOLlpNOMzuma4PMCLV0BLuh778waBHoY4JkiAnCHV_KOWPTSjXNZC2GucH9D9E7LKLMsFGuSJUbR8QGcLBDVQ0rbWTaL6/s1000/disneys-old-key-west-disney-springs-boat.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPH4oeYSZQmqx0-6JAVH0Si5wa_u64BXcNij2VjScjv8rPMOwHApUGaG58FH87zGYf5gRPtKYI9OIrXaGBHBVpCjI3i8OCKfcgOLlpNOMzuma4PMCLV0BLuh778waBHoY4JkiAnCHV_KOWPTSjXNZC2GucH9D9E7LKLMsFGuSJUbR8QGcLBDVQ0rbWTaL6/w640-h426/disneys-old-key-west-disney-springs-boat.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p> <br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Walking</h4>It
is also possible to walk to Disney Springs from the resort. It is a little
over a mile and a quarter (1.3 to be exact) and you'll be walking along
the water. This trail, called Conch Flats Trail, will take you to the entrance near near Cirque du Soleil.<p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Dining</h3><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/old-key-west-resort/olivia-cafe/" target="_blank">Olivia's Cafe</a><br /></h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>Olivia's is well known for their tasty breakfast, more specifically their buttermilk fried chicken. I had only ever heard good things so I was very excited for our breakfast. Unfortunately, I should have looked at photos before ordering because the breakfast version came with a huge ladle full of southern gravy on it that wasn't listed on the menu. It was listed for the "lunch" version so I assumed that meant it wasn't on breakfast. I didn't want to make a big deal so I scraped it off the best I could but was left a little unsatisfied because I lost a lot of the crispy breading. The Olivia's Breakfast Potatoes also weren't what I was expecting, I assumed a dry seasoned potato but they had a sauce. So make sure you look at photos to make sure you'll enjoy the offerings. I'll get the pancakes next time, haha!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMxNyvMQPG2_I0b1NpN6y6Z1_t-6NiqjxQc4JcOCh7iRkB-YHjcrK99fEmTXUlxvmMv35I0883SZMyGx8m-fVqsht8FZCS_0l0NLvLknZIYtT3qtI0XSNWmcYJDkLnQFz-1ssQLhtk_tQbME8sexgE1_twcA3H2PmRt-AqfA3oosUJfa5oDUBCQp1ITuUG/s1000/olivias-cafe-old-key-west-exterior.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMxNyvMQPG2_I0b1NpN6y6Z1_t-6NiqjxQc4JcOCh7iRkB-YHjcrK99fEmTXUlxvmMv35I0883SZMyGx8m-fVqsht8FZCS_0l0NLvLknZIYtT3qtI0XSNWmcYJDkLnQFz-1ssQLhtk_tQbME8sexgE1_twcA3H2PmRt-AqfA3oosUJfa5oDUBCQp1ITuUG/w640-h410/olivias-cafe-old-key-west-exterior.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgObzY9yZoCOMQY-sRInohQ_3KOnQjP4NW8KtX0gWNaOx5a_CGMGdU7pa7Dt8XOVZN5eZ6PtXujt924GpZY96XQElZoxQCZxQOPLWIfhoabWQhtku2c568cGK7UEfroiDKsI2icKBqK7tkueQs-jUq-HqiJi4g2bOUYbBCZuHZs2F6YqIJS6RK60zhB9s9x/s1000/olivias-cafe-old-key-west-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgObzY9yZoCOMQY-sRInohQ_3KOnQjP4NW8KtX0gWNaOx5a_CGMGdU7pa7Dt8XOVZN5eZ6PtXujt924GpZY96XQElZoxQCZxQOPLWIfhoabWQhtku2c568cGK7UEfroiDKsI2icKBqK7tkueQs-jUq-HqiJi4g2bOUYbBCZuHZs2F6YqIJS6RK60zhB9s9x/w640-h410/olivias-cafe-old-key-west-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3nT8Rk6cvpXv2__VOI8iYG0K4-etqNo88-U2EKT7bhd7PcmxzVG7OA87C7fxb3e3Pk85n_LcZ_d5qzVOYLMgbr-oN6p7inl3yZw9oh8EebrP57ygrykrljI2jo9bJVSjmDzPimE2JEubCT1A8VU3bEjDL_K1BJzqJSkOQq1zQZFSd7xoc4DgH1n3ZzM0K/s1000/olivias-cafe-southernmost-buttermilk-fried-chicken.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3nT8Rk6cvpXv2__VOI8iYG0K4-etqNo88-U2EKT7bhd7PcmxzVG7OA87C7fxb3e3Pk85n_LcZ_d5qzVOYLMgbr-oN6p7inl3yZw9oh8EebrP57ygrykrljI2jo9bJVSjmDzPimE2JEubCT1A8VU3bEjDL_K1BJzqJSkOQq1zQZFSd7xoc4DgH1n3ZzM0K/w640-h426/olivias-cafe-southernmost-buttermilk-fried-chicken.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"> </h4><h4 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/old-key-west-resort/goods-food-to-go/" target="_blank">Good's Food to Go</a><br /></h4><p style="text-align: left;"><br />This was Caleb's go to spot for breakfast and late dinners. I actually didn't end up eating here at all because I wanted to save for snacks and breakfast in the park (and when we had dinner at the hotel I ate somewhere else.) Next time I'll make sure to grab something from here too. The breakfast did look very good, I just wanted my Cheshire cat tail from Magic Kingdom instead, haha! They stay open until 10pm if you need a quick bite after a long park day!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsL1E5r5JEzlwCux93QrIS_SOa9M_IGJNZkkzwi7KNeCSMcxyj14tG5KOjCFIx0r6LJIThgyPac7EO4ChXWVJ9HFDiTw-RdGPlpV-uWKJwozWYa4OJsxAgska9ec3fWPwJ2UN_sMug-AYaEZxJEb85TXWHc4E08YQIcGvnTOmFArhPYfqwDQTiB0JXgHJZ/s1000/goods-foods-to-go-disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsL1E5r5JEzlwCux93QrIS_SOa9M_IGJNZkkzwi7KNeCSMcxyj14tG5KOjCFIx0r6LJIThgyPac7EO4ChXWVJ9HFDiTw-RdGPlpV-uWKJwozWYa4OJsxAgska9ec3fWPwJ2UN_sMug-AYaEZxJEb85TXWHc4E08YQIcGvnTOmFArhPYfqwDQTiB0JXgHJZ/w640-h410/goods-foods-to-go-disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p>
<h4 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/old-key-west-resort/gurgling-suitcase-libations-and-spirits/" target="_blank">Gurgling Suitcase Libations and Spirits</a><br /></h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>This is mainly a bar but on one of our evenings I got the <span class="ILfuVd" lang="en"><span class="hgKElc">Savory Hushpuppies which are also available at Olivia's</span></span>. I opted for no key lime mustard on mine. They were very good, I even brought a few home for Christian to try and they traveled pretty well. It was a little pricey at $14 since I also had to tip the bartender even though I just grabbed them for takeout. They are usually open until 11pm, but hours may vary.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7-UO-cyY6tiS7lkWtdZVFaso6bIXNEhtMWWaG-LVp7qvjAf9wGV8t_f7I7v7G4IAbbkGibDQBQpSnYO1KLWrxmuX-ogIuDuDbmwAZI5wLwawjFzYrCNnqKeTdTThS-XRH4-Dh9UVkQDz6dn9eSOyJVr16JJsGmuojfkG2PJvSMij5zcbVNqfU6IUDPtwL/s1000/gurgling-suitcase-hush-puppies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7-UO-cyY6tiS7lkWtdZVFaso6bIXNEhtMWWaG-LVp7qvjAf9wGV8t_f7I7v7G4IAbbkGibDQBQpSnYO1KLWrxmuX-ogIuDuDbmwAZI5wLwawjFzYrCNnqKeTdTThS-XRH4-Dh9UVkQDz6dn9eSOyJVr16JJsGmuojfkG2PJvSMij5zcbVNqfU6IUDPtwL/w640-h426/gurgling-suitcase-hush-puppies.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCnU9r6hm0mYzXfD-WZtROQjqHx5rJlDRkbrVc0OhXj9z0-qWdlLZrraxjGnhYMkpp-PC6eUO71g0HT2p-mJTVvgNobbj0D3bPzQUcHA20kzN3OMBjVUCtCzN6HHuQ2RM_QBxpoCE5AjqMRyhsAoMHj2Bz3OzXTmg9iG4HXw-DEjpYUJlvjjfyFDRWRRC/s1000/gurgling-suitcase-disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCnU9r6hm0mYzXfD-WZtROQjqHx5rJlDRkbrVc0OhXj9z0-qWdlLZrraxjGnhYMkpp-PC6eUO71g0HT2p-mJTVvgNobbj0D3bPzQUcHA20kzN3OMBjVUCtCzN6HHuQ2RM_QBxpoCE5AjqMRyhsAoMHj2Bz3OzXTmg9iG4HXw-DEjpYUJlvjjfyFDRWRRC/w640-h410/gurgling-suitcase-disneys-old-key-west-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><h4 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/old-key-west-resort/turtle-shack-poolside-snacks/" target="_blank">Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks</a><br /></h4><p style="text-align: left;">We did not eat here on our stay but they have basic food items as well as a bar. Grab a pizza, sandwich or even a cheese board while you relax by the pool.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Recreation</h3><h4 style="text-align: left;">Pools</h4><p style="text-align: left;">We did not take advantage of any pools on our trip, but there are three "leisure" pools in the Old Turtle Pond, South Point and Miller’s Road sections. There is also the feature pool, aptly called Sandcastle Pool because it has a huge sandcastle slide.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sporting Activities<br /></h4><p>Old Key West also has Tennis and Pickleball courts, a basketball court AND a volleyball court for those wanting some fun competition during their stay. The Lake Buena Vista golf course is also visible from the Resort grounds. More information including how to book a tee time can be <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/recreation/lake-buena-vista-golf-course/" target="_blank">found on the Disney website</a>.<br /></p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Fishing</h4>If you want to do a little fishing you can pay for a 2-hour or 4-hour excursion. According to the Disney website you can choose from Guided Bass Fishing Excursions that can accommodate up to 5 Guests, and a tournament-style
NITRO® bass fishing boat for up to 3 Guests. Excursions include a guide, rod and reel, tackle and bait.<br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Activities</h4>As with other Disney hotels there are various activities to take part in. Campfires with s'mores, movies under the stars and much more! Be sure to check at the lobby to see what types of fun they are hosting while you're there.<br /><p></p><br /><br />Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-85269268050932960662024-01-03T07:30:00.027-05:002024-01-03T07:30:00.122-05:00{outfit} Fancy Casual for Christmas Eve<p>Happy 2024! I hope everyone's year is off to a good start. Mine has been lowkey, as usual. Spent a few hours with my parents on New Years Eve and headed home around 11pm and played Animal Crossing and <a href="https://bit.ly/3S2EP1x" target="_blank">Dreamlight Valley</a> on our <a href="https://bit.ly/48nblBd" target="_blank">Nintendo Switches</a> in bed until midnight and promptly went to bed.</p><p><br /></p><p>Let's flash back to Christmas Eve and what I wore. Decided to wear my patchwork Saint Laurent blouse because it's been way too long since it has had an outing. I paired it with my comfortable purple velvet J Brand jeans and Lanvin city sandals. I also just realized I wore these pants for Thanksgiving too, haha! Guess they're becoming part of my holiday staples. I forgot to grab accessories before heading over to my parent's house so this was a super easy look. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Blouse: <a href="https://bit.ly/41KBkjA" target="_blank"><b>Saint Laurent </b>silk patchwork blouse</a> (<a href="http://bit.ly/2h7JII3" target="_blank">eBay</a>)</p><p>Pants: <a href="https://bit.ly/49TxuIq" target="_blank"><b>J Brand</b> Maria High Rise</a> in Purple/Aubergine Velvet (<a href="https://bit.ly/2UtKPDy" target="_blank">The RealReal)</a> </p><p>Sandals: <a href="https://bit.ly/3H6LvFH" target="_blank"><b>Lanvin</b> studded leather 'City' sandal</a> (<a href="http://bit.ly/2UtKPDy" target="_blank">The RealReal</a>)</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0waSPbh_wgWbRcbidnbriEnnbmvfOspPB-jmuNOKUj3V-DIwjXFOseDNYpK7Toaho8TvPrttrTAGTJDa7UyQdApYudKScy3OTUrZbjHYZqbMyTX8_aL-9jINDhyphenhyphenA5BoiErPPdidTgGbBYcYGQMDBDy-u9q3IldNL4bhgBzDc64OObp_Grx7Z4fSop4m7/s1000/saint-laurent-patchwork-blouse-j-brand-maria-aubergine-velvet-jean-lanvin-studded-leather-city-sandal-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJWWDig_6WEHd5lacH-iJfxb7jz0T9jSCBGDVhTBQYAxx1AKP9aN7Ko-VZ7to23_7jSe9aIo_v_HlqgerPQ0tCYvgMbbtdJfwTyYt4vKV89GTibsZWIw1qDW_kkoLT3rRKa_mbqFwDv8zrxtigqI4eyIolNumiDzTbPfdKAj-t5xWC2boAJgH7JX4n6A=s1000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJWWDig_6WEHd5lacH-iJfxb7jz0T9jSCBGDVhTBQYAxx1AKP9aN7Ko-VZ7to23_7jSe9aIo_v_HlqgerPQ0tCYvgMbbtdJfwTyYt4vKV89GTibsZWIw1qDW_kkoLT3rRKa_mbqFwDv8zrxtigqI4eyIolNumiDzTbPfdKAj-t5xWC2boAJgH7JX4n6A=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><p> </p><p>No new buys this month, but I got a velvet lounge set for Christmas and a <a href="https://therave.co/ref/K2JZKQULNBJEXIIK">Halfday Garment Duffle bag</a>. Yay presents, haha!<b> </b>Overall this was a very low-buy year and I anticipate next year will be the same. I don't really need any clothes but I'm sure I'll buy something if anything catches my fancy or an item I've been hunting for pops up on the resale market.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>THE (modified) RULES</b></p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p><b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br /><br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/product/vermont-tone-on-tone-crew-neck-sweatshirt/">VERMONT Sweatshirt in light gray</a> via the <a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/" target="_blank">Weston Village Store</a> ($20, retail $50) </li><li><b>Nicole Miller</b> abstract floral print shorts ($4 via Marshalls, retail $30?)</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3ZUl0Mk" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose </b>Crewneck Pullover Sweater in Green Striped</a> via Target ($23 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3ZNWhcm" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose</b><b> </b>Relaxed Fit Tapered Jogger Pants</a> in Blue via Target ($21 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol><br /><br /><b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol><li><b>C&C California </b>Grey Shorts ($6 via Marshalls, retail $30?)<br /></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br /><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3rJPhkc" target="_blank"><b>A New Day</b> Vicki Mid Calf Rubber Rain Boots in Matte Black</a> via Target ($21.60 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol><p> </p><p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol><li><b>None yet</b></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p></p><b><i>Accessories:</i></b><br /><ol><li><b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Apple Watch 8 </a></b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Midnight Aluminum Case with Elderberry Sport Band</a> (gift from Christian)</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3rPfspm" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Pearl Lariat Necklace</a> (won a gift card on Instagram)<br /></li></ol><p> <br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>None yet</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aetrex.com/aetrex-flips-l3000w-black-L3000W.html" target="_blank"><b>Aetrex</b> Maui Orthotic Flip Flops</a> in Matte Black</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3pvFsW4" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Crossover Ring</a> in Yellow Gold </li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3NzLWv2" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Toi et Moi Gemstone Mini Vintage Ring</a> in Yellow Gold with Amethyst and Citrine</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3KfAuDX" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Birthstone Baguette Studs </a>in London Blue Topaz</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un1" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Backpack"</a> in Jam Red</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un9" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Cord Pouch"</a> in Nocturnal Black<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in December: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2023: $30</p><p>Spent in 2023 - counting ad money: $30</p><p> </p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-42831251653285317812023-12-21T07:30:00.033-05:002023-12-21T07:30:00.345-05:00{outfit} Winter Landscapes<p>I wore this for a Saturday spent running errands, going out to lunch, walking in the park and a very impromptu visit with one of my oldest friends! She lives right down the street from the park we like to walk at so I texted her to see if they were home. Didn't get an answer (not unusual, she has a 1 year old!) so we decided to drive by on our way out and she happened to be outside! We hung out for a few hours and chatted, she was able to get to know Christian a little more since we haven't hung out as a couple all that much. Sometimes a random visit is all you need, so refreshing. Both of us are HORRIBLE at planning because I won't invite myself to hang out with people and she's so busy she forgets, haha! Struggles.<br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Sweater: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gAJFi8" target="_blank"><b>Autumn Cashmere</b></a> Landscape Intarsia Sweater</p><p>Jeans: <a href="https://bit.ly/48RI3ex" target="_blank"><b>rag & bone</b> 'Nina' high rise ankle skinny jean</a> in burgundy</p><p>Boots: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NpJIyO" target="_blank"><b>Marc by Marc Jacobs</b> Buckle Boot</a> in burgundy (<a href="https://cocosonthegreen.com/" target="_blank">Coco's on the Green</a>) <br /></p><p>Bag: <a href="https://bit.ly/3RiZNrw"><b>Chloé</b> Faye</a> (<a href="https://bit.ly/2EiEQHC">eBay</a>) </p><p>Sunglasses: <a href="https://bit.ly/3xLzO3H" target="_blank"><b>Gucci</b> Aviators</a> (bought in Rome) </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWHd3cF7QNpUl-0_q9yUB0DQEkBBTkeLlgW-iUPAWkr7haPu-jlPCbAbRQ4wYiWs5QfxmmyHaWmOKjsP6rX8vM-W0D6PCInQaAJzlzzNVJy0RYfoD0omzr872gCZqlrYlJbkHKj5PKRWHKy7zMWAn4jvCrsItseeA5L9rrR8YSEkWm4t8muTZXuXbymS2x/s1000/autumn-cashmere-landscape-sweater-rag-bone-nina-high-rise-skinny-jeans-marc-jacobs-moto-boots-chloe-faye-bag-gucci-sunglasses-001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx3QXC7l2VEINT01U96ebW8mp_p5JsB5vWGYbPM8vzyQEbhok3zJ-lY1R_CSW3SxJ-dLKFoXVB-nA4HzcnmZFVrQoJ23rDLbt6z5TQ56EVU0HbNzhDMSKR1yCepGglofD9tfMURTai9nrAcHS-ThwshGw1ZNeSRwE3vAUfIxfTW7R_0cedHdRit32DvK-C/w640-h426/apple-cider-cake-smores-bars-rosemary-focaccia-cinnamon-rolls-pecan-pie-bars-peanut-butter-blossom-pawprint-cookie.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>We've got a very brown roundup this week. I guess that's normal for Fall/Winter though. Most of these came out well, but one was a bit of a mess (at least in my opinion.) My next round of bakes will probably be more Christmas-related. We're two weeks away so gotta get it all in now!<br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://shrsl.com/4a7wq" target="_blank">Herb & Olive Oil Focaccia</a></h3><p>I've been waiting for enough of our currant tomatoes to ripen before making focaccia and finally admitted defeat and made one without them. I like adding them because they're a fun pop of color and one of the few ways I enjoy tomatoes (because they're so small!) I decided to try a different focaccia recipe since I bought <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=130131&userID=2214490&productID=1322676338" target="_blank">King Arthur's "Italian Style Flour"</a> when we went to the Vermont store and the bag said it was great for focaccia. I decided to go to the source and found a recipe where they used the same flour.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLHVewhTvHiaIO8kb-G6v3ecP-4Lts6Gmn1KBRHBZTw9wCuZ51A-pb1rNhAq71oViK9A6ivPSnAvpS4KP8iBdv572p170AUDQlKW4RPrlv_fDVUn924APP6quw9_tUuTkOti17MKdtVRm0rfQZYRW8gL8M-iuvpgzqDhMn99-xpbMmUOggFCgmBkLXyhLM/s1000/foccacia.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLHVewhTvHiaIO8kb-G6v3ecP-4Lts6Gmn1KBRHBZTw9wCuZ51A-pb1rNhAq71oViK9A6ivPSnAvpS4KP8iBdv572p170AUDQlKW4RPrlv_fDVUn924APP6quw9_tUuTkOti17MKdtVRm0rfQZYRW8gL8M-iuvpgzqDhMn99-xpbMmUOggFCgmBkLXyhLM/w640-h640/foccacia.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://butternutbakeryblog.com/maple-pecan-sticky-buns/" target="_blank">Maple Pecan Sticky Buns</a></h3><p>Normally I follow my Aunt's recipe for sticky buns but decided to give Jenna's a try. Hers has a LOT more butter, ha ha. The process to make them was a little longer but super simple. Even before they fully rose in the pan I could tell they were going to be TASTY! (That could also be because there's over 2 sticks of butter in them. Maybe I didn't bake them long enough or there was too much topping, but a few of the rolls had some raw dough at the bottom. I was going to reheat them at my friend's so I left them as is instead of baking them longer at home.<br /></p><p><br /></p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://preppykitchen.com/smores-bars/" target="_blank">S'mores Bars</a></h3><p>I made these when I went to visit my friend Kristen to meet her new baby. She LOVES s'mores so the second I saw this recipe on Instagram I knew I had to bring them for her. I made my own fluff because we didn't have any and I think that was my fatal error. They definitely didn't come out looking as nice, but they were edible. But I'm glad I brought the Cinnamon Buns with me too so she doesn't think I'm just a horrible baker ;) (don't worry, she knows I can bake, ha ha!) Here's a "before baking" photo because the baked ones were too ugly!</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj86tM4P88lbOutFn6gQKlmNMrGKslYfe9qkcCxn89JR3w8b_P-D6zqEU36a8fgbJK_DKxSM4vt9UBKR2BqbichaKf14Y86mHh3a1opj16449dnIdZUy6f4SY8NXiKSbRz2aZPXzfobzgYlCrlvmFm4vupeWOZq4bd5wVS2EE4WiwvoXuTTUZZBxymSIKa2/s800/smores-bars-before-baking.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="670" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj86tM4P88lbOutFn6gQKlmNMrGKslYfe9qkcCxn89JR3w8b_P-D6zqEU36a8fgbJK_DKxSM4vt9UBKR2BqbichaKf14Y86mHh3a1opj16449dnIdZUy6f4SY8NXiKSbRz2aZPXzfobzgYlCrlvmFm4vupeWOZq4bd5wVS2EE4WiwvoXuTTUZZBxymSIKa2/w536-h640/smores-bars-before-baking.jpg" width="536" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://butternutbakeryblog.com/apple-cider-cake/" target="_blank">Apple Cider Cake</a></h3>I made this last Thanksgiving for Christian's family and decided to make it again this year for mine. Originally I wanted to make all of it with the <a href="https://bit.ly/3utOEsZ" target="_blank">NordicWare Autumn Delights Cakelet Pan</a> I bought last year but unfortunately they decided to stick to it this time and I didn't have time to clean it out properly so I baked the rest of the batter in a normal bundt. <a href="https://shrsl.com/46sp4" target="_blank">store</a>. It was a hit again this year, even with my brother who isn't super int eating desserts. <p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoBeSTeWydVlB7YeqiVfUarspT2_N_1-sn_dOYgLAIUogMLj0v45QE_ZSe0WIZ0VfGN4U1k6SqtxqvNs5n_92XnQ6BK1n2462fAewurMZMqIjYf8e_Ggbxi_fWgQAvaQBDGsZuoFiPVIjDexTnSKKoPETnwQeKyaOM6_oykN3TgUU2_8VSo71uxkPzNrVh/s3024/apple-cider-bundt-cake-mini-cakelets.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2795" data-original-width="3024" height="592" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoBeSTeWydVlB7YeqiVfUarspT2_N_1-sn_dOYgLAIUogMLj0v45QE_ZSe0WIZ0VfGN4U1k6SqtxqvNs5n_92XnQ6BK1n2462fAewurMZMqIjYf8e_Ggbxi_fWgQAvaQBDGsZuoFiPVIjDexTnSKKoPETnwQeKyaOM6_oykN3TgUU2_8VSo71uxkPzNrVh/w640-h592/apple-cider-bundt-cake-mini-cakelets.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/brown-butter-pecan-pie-bars/" target="_blank">Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars</a></h3><p>One weekend I was hanging out at my parent's house and my Mom and I decided to get some Christmas baking done. We made a batch of pecan pie bars because they freeze nicely and we can pull them out right before our annual Christmas Eve gathering. They were very simple to make. Our only issue was the edges browned pretty easily even when tenting with foil. I also thought ours came out too short but after we cut them into squares they looked more like her photos! We won't know the full verdict on taste until Christmas, but I enjoyed my sample piece!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qcyVXwIODSmEqvndkDSeUogiHKzsou2cAK3TCY6dpanusCX2iDBSW9sJr4rshRinDuMJooU3I6mKqrNrVmjL8ugARjviZyKveyDlXNEYb1ViZL8qBkdyCROfzgPjvfHe1Daw8hiS476QZDw4OwWT6GLwoe-PcCUZraYSjK98rCYzXts-94nULvDNe9vs/s1000/brown-butter-pecan-pie-bar.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qcyVXwIODSmEqvndkDSeUogiHKzsou2cAK3TCY6dpanusCX2iDBSW9sJr4rshRinDuMJooU3I6mKqrNrVmjL8ugARjviZyKveyDlXNEYb1ViZL8qBkdyCROfzgPjvfHe1Daw8hiS476QZDw4OwWT6GLwoe-PcCUZraYSjK98rCYzXts-94nULvDNe9vs/w640-h410/brown-butter-pecan-pie-bar.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Paw Print <a href="https://butternutbakeryblog.com/blossom-cookies/" target="_blank">Peanut Butter Blossoms</a></h3><p>I've made this recipe before, but this time I switched up the presentation! My brother in law saw a picture of paw print cookies and asked me to make them for him (my sister doesn't bake.) I thought it would be fun so I told him what ingredients I needed and then got to work. I made the cookies slightly larger than the original recipe says so I would be able to fit a Kiss and 3 chocolate chips. I actually tested 3 different sizes, varying from 60 to 40 grams, and deemed the 40 gram version best. Not too big, bit still enough room around the chocolate. And yes, I weighed every single cookie, precision is fun!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis8K_jSuNzu4zLp3Qap5v9eImBEzRUWS4UrY2zRU9M7A6_sV3Pbcr7YhU3KHA11oGO37dPudv1_GIt-wwmKtkY_zSSlCO8p1VHSSeg8Kx4JZdXAndcRhvceMnso6svgCwVvsVfbKL-7cU0DtBfeWMAYKHvnNVqbBT75MbWcFQPG_4AcHU3a8w7Y64IMQvX/s1000/paw-print-peanut-butter-blossoms.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis8K_jSuNzu4zLp3Qap5v9eImBEzRUWS4UrY2zRU9M7A6_sV3Pbcr7YhU3KHA11oGO37dPudv1_GIt-wwmKtkY_zSSlCO8p1VHSSeg8Kx4JZdXAndcRhvceMnso6svgCwVvsVfbKL-7cU0DtBfeWMAYKHvnNVqbBT75MbWcFQPG_4AcHU3a8w7Y64IMQvX/w640-h410/paw-print-peanut-butter-blossoms.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqE9zgucu676XnGVuIZetPz4D2v981rDfnOU0kol00hsHnAlmhV1oUev2X6EQ2k-y8No96lTn9-z5GcFEr9qDPF_cWabozXCAhYk6gU_W2zIyV9kWOuatvQWhtD-4SK9ihcXTgLYiHlkNtLp4Da-F96vAEf4jb-R0cXNUQDousWq_WlXaBTJOBgt7PlKDV/s1000/peanut-butter-blossom-paw-print.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqE9zgucu676XnGVuIZetPz4D2v981rDfnOU0kol00hsHnAlmhV1oUev2X6EQ2k-y8No96lTn9-z5GcFEr9qDPF_cWabozXCAhYk6gU_W2zIyV9kWOuatvQWhtD-4SK9ihcXTgLYiHlkNtLp4Da-F96vAEf4jb-R0cXNUQDousWq_WlXaBTJOBgt7PlKDV/w640-h640/peanut-butter-blossom-paw-print.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-47453984950416482312023-12-07T07:30:00.002-05:002023-12-07T07:30:00.132-05:00{outfit} Cozy Knit Sweater and Velvet Jeans for Thanksgiving Dinner<p>These days Thanksgiving outfits are mostly about comfort. It's just the immediate family hanging out at my parents eating a big meal so there's no need to get super dressed up anymore. I do still want to feel a little fancier than usual so I made sure to wear some leopard print pumps to add a fun element. Initially I was unsure of the color combo because purple and orange can be too "Halloween." In the end I decided it was perfectly Autumn, especially with the leopard pumps. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Sweater: <a href="https://mierethelabel.com/" target="_blank"><b>Mīere the Label</b></a> women's cotton knit sweater in terracotta</p><p>Pants: <a href="https://bit.ly/49TxuIq" target="_blank"><b>J Brand</b> Maria High Rise</a> in Purple/Aubergine Velvet via <a href="https://bit.ly/2UtKPDy" target="_blank">The RealReal</a></p><p>Leopard Pumps: <a href="https://bit.ly/3ux80AH" target="_blank"><b>Cole Haan</b> 'Chelsea'</a> via <a href="http://roundaboutcouture.com/" target="_blank">Roundabout</a> <br /></p><p>Bag: <b>Madewell</b> Medium Slim Saddle Bag in Croc (<a href="https://bit.ly/3N3VKOq" target="_blank">small version</a>) c/o <a href="https://bit.ly/2SwNjOE" target="_blank">Shopbop</a></p><p>Beaded Necklace c/o <a href="https://bit.ly/3pwMyWC" target="_blank"><b>Aurate </b>Destination Aura Beaded Necklace in Marrakech</a> </p><p>Pearl Necklace: <a href="https://bit.ly/3rPfspm" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Pearl Lariat Necklace</a></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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This has been a very sparse year for additions to my closet. It's probably a good thing since my closet is pretty full as it is. I still have some pieces I need to either consign or sell myself. I just hate the idea of consigning because as a consigner you really don't make much money versus selling yourself on eBay or poshmark. But it makes it so much easier. Struggles.<br /></p><p><br /></p><p> <b>THE (modified) RULES</b></p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p><b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br /><br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/product/vermont-tone-on-tone-crew-neck-sweatshirt/">VERMONT Sweatshirt in light gray</a> via the <a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/" target="_blank">Weston Village Store</a> ($20, retail $50) </li><li><b>Nicole Miller</b> abstract floral print shorts ($4 via Marshalls, retail $30?)</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3ZUl0Mk" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose </b>Crewneck Pullover Sweater in Green Striped</a> via Target ($23 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3ZNWhcm" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose</b><b> </b>Relaxed Fit Tapered Jogger Pants</a> in Blue via Target ($21 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol><br /><br /><b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol><li><b>C&C California </b>Grey Shorts ($6 via Marshalls, retail $30?)<br /></li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br /><br /></p><ol><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3rJPhkc" target="_blank"><b>A New Day</b> Vicki Mid Calf Rubber Rain Boots in Matte Black</a> via Target ($21.60 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol><p> </p><p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol><li>None yet</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p></p><b><i>Accessories:</i></b><br /><ol><li><b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Apple Watch 8 </a></b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Midnight Aluminum Case with Elderberry Sport Band</a> (gift from Christian)</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3rPfspm" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Pearl Lariat Necklace</a> (won a gift card on Instagram)<br /></li></ol><p> <br /><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br /></p><ol><li>None yet</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aetrex.com/aetrex-flips-l3000w-black-L3000W.html" target="_blank"><b>Aetrex</b> Maui Orthotic Flip Flops</a> in Matte Black</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3pvFsW4" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Crossover Ring</a> in Yellow Gold </li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3NzLWv2" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Toi et Moi Gemstone Mini Vintage Ring</a> in Yellow Gold with Amethyst and Citrine</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3KfAuDX" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Birthstone Baguette Studs </a>in London Blue Topaz</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un1" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Backpack"</a> in Jam Red</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un9" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Cord Pouch"</a> in Nocturnal Black<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in November: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2023: $30</p><p>Spent in 2023 - counting ad money: $30</p><p> </p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-46550983004294839472023-11-23T07:30:00.001-05:002023-11-27T10:14:30.414-05:00{travel} Disney Hotels - Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6lfOUcXHORUCibFr-sXfPo23V8mwQXAXM_qqxgnm5WP3OeLZMG_b1XNSe2wBaLMZeOpRqeEWiA8pJTjaAyTyoeEc93uD-xC5rUGyk6qNxKlSxLEANp8iWWWTgsdtIboMd_9bH6ANmhTJLBKF6pe3OnjIlvw12pfGw4RwTOerip5CAQtnyb5-OP0lWXr51/s1000/disneys-polynesian-resort.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6lfOUcXHORUCibFr-sXfPo23V8mwQXAXM_qqxgnm5WP3OeLZMG_b1XNSe2wBaLMZeOpRqeEWiA8pJTjaAyTyoeEc93uD-xC5rUGyk6qNxKlSxLEANp8iWWWTgsdtIboMd_9bH6ANmhTJLBKF6pe3OnjIlvw12pfGw4RwTOerip5CAQtnyb5-OP0lWXr51/w640-h410/disneys-polynesian-resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>As I mentioned in my last Disney hotel post, when Christian and I <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/11/travel-my-first-rundisney-5k-wine-dine.html">ran the Wine & Dine 5K</a> we did a split stay starting at The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa (see that post here) for one night and finishing with three nights at <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/polynesian-villas-bungalows/" target="_blank">Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows</a>. We rented Disney Vacation Club (DVC) points for this stay and paid $458.25 per night - our portion was $305.50 per night splitting with my friend. The same room booked through Disney would have been $961 per night. Wild!!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiga4sYzvQmq7h9jCn7f5OTLQz4_SW3TbDo415UVG1OJYlup2DZpdShbpbovEMqPS_f-AGkVfTqvsoMchY03VvAn-7fTeyhbIwP__pq4SzMrtpI8azv4OpI_ASYBRvnJ2TBMWBhJsWyJ9kql-5sGiIprFXWkvMEK5cryGwFsVrUE9uNw_uYuH7lZ3ox566V/s1000/disneys-polynesian-resort-outside.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiga4sYzvQmq7h9jCn7f5OTLQz4_SW3TbDo415UVG1OJYlup2DZpdShbpbovEMqPS_f-AGkVfTqvsoMchY03VvAn-7fTeyhbIwP__pq4SzMrtpI8azv4OpI_ASYBRvnJ2TBMWBhJsWyJ9kql-5sGiIprFXWkvMEK5cryGwFsVrUE9uNw_uYuH7lZ3ox566V/w640-h410/disneys-polynesian-resort-outside.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGlTp0wDS8m2ACZ9xevXErY3zIWuLE-_1cEkvXmq_OugK7ZDJUv1307ZBIcwADrdU95ZkIYP6VYu1fgIxMwZwiflIzxZcPEsaO49LO55NYFBF5acBkyu_rCxX4j_EJqnY4MkI7d9azOqPTAzzosHORkk7-9tGe4_50c5D20ePzV7LNKUTg6k-cpNwUBVxs/s1000/polynesian-village-resort-lobby.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGlTp0wDS8m2ACZ9xevXErY3zIWuLE-_1cEkvXmq_OugK7ZDJUv1307ZBIcwADrdU95ZkIYP6VYu1fgIxMwZwiflIzxZcPEsaO49LO55NYFBF5acBkyu_rCxX4j_EJqnY4MkI7d9azOqPTAzzosHORkk7-9tGe4_50c5D20ePzV7LNKUTg6k-cpNwUBVxs/w640-h424/polynesian-village-resort-lobby.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p> </p><p>I have been looking forward to staying at the Polynesian resort for so long! The theming is inspired by the South Pacific and that vibe can be felt throughout all the buildings and grounds of the resort. Poly was one of the opening day resorts along with Disney's Contemporary Resort on October 1, 1971, so it's rich with Disney history!</p><p> </p><p></p><p>We stayed in a DVC room in the Moorea building and loved it. Oddly enough, our favorite part was the bathrooms! There is one full bathroom with a tub and shower combo and one shower room with a sink and counter. This made it so much easier for our group of three to get ready in the mornings and get ready for bed at night. <br /></p>
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<p></p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Tambu Lounge – Great Ceremonial House</h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>We had dinner here on one of our evenings because they have the famous Ohana noodles and bread pudding as well as the pot stickers. This is a great way to get some of Ohana's signature dishes without having to pay the $62 price tag. We even had a view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks from our seats. It is mainly a bar, but as mentioned above you can also get some small bites. Christian wanted to go back but I insisted we try the resorts other restaurants first, ha ha!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWMHMonPE8SpJACQQK8XIfVuLOSM3H4LiodxgLBzkAIceWM3CtucdXOE6Vb5Fnsiv3QQETyR8EhONPhQ4Zr5h7RxU8djNhovZyD2iuQMJCxaub1ia-UwwoFw5EYLirnUyoAWhtn1gevH6gk6JL9zqA4oSvYQfK4OKN8ooLWhNwco8oZbLdk2vAtU0fDSRT/s1000/tambu-lounge-polynesian-resort-001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWMHMonPE8SpJACQQK8XIfVuLOSM3H4LiodxgLBzkAIceWM3CtucdXOE6Vb5Fnsiv3QQETyR8EhONPhQ4Zr5h7RxU8djNhovZyD2iuQMJCxaub1ia-UwwoFw5EYLirnUyoAWhtn1gevH6gk6JL9zqA4oSvYQfK4OKN8ooLWhNwco8oZbLdk2vAtU0fDSRT/w640-h424/tambu-lounge-polynesian-resort-001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhozmq7mHPoYBZHfFxEEemixOcDVg-5LZI2mLW8_nQ-_guK9fkw_rPvalLgN3slFlp5fTIRaNpL3XPHJZcYFXckPsdsximeBXEG_NE8rdXnyGnuXAlNJglED9SBLckVJM8PBd4-0oFL7oNHj8xGqyVgdv89xIluQQ7-ain2mTJMCU5Kq-9qlGMYNPUjM6cn/s1000/tambu-lounge-polynesian-resort-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhozmq7mHPoYBZHfFxEEemixOcDVg-5LZI2mLW8_nQ-_guK9fkw_rPvalLgN3slFlp5fTIRaNpL3XPHJZcYFXckPsdsximeBXEG_NE8rdXnyGnuXAlNJglED9SBLckVJM8PBd4-0oFL7oNHj8xGqyVgdv89xIluQQ7-ain2mTJMCU5Kq-9qlGMYNPUjM6cn/w640-h424/tambu-lounge-polynesian-resort-002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Capt. Cook’s</h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>This is Polynesian's quick service restaurant. We ate here a couple times. The first time I had the Aloha Pork Sandwich and Christian had Pulled Pork Nachos. Both were tasty but the bottom bun on my sandwich got a little mushy. The day we left for the airport I had the chicken tenders and Christian tried the Thai Coconut Meatballs. Sadly the meatballs weren't very flavorful.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiETUYMvSAPPATL4Pg6CqL1ifkq6BT_4DaxrWbnghbb9lzrpfUuN94iSRBT0wO7gnQaA5-qGBN1PRUiUH31mojxldPaedYJzGw-9T2zkibf3ziPYcV7pa8Q-1tgorR24ZctoJ1OWe7rhFF1WBbPU1LojWaYpJ3BLN3OrtFM9eHeY_8siGSbW6IkamuiXwsQ/s1000/capt-cooks-quick-service-dinner-pulled-pork-sandwich-pulled-pork-nachos.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiETUYMvSAPPATL4Pg6CqL1ifkq6BT_4DaxrWbnghbb9lzrpfUuN94iSRBT0wO7gnQaA5-qGBN1PRUiUH31mojxldPaedYJzGw-9T2zkibf3ziPYcV7pa8Q-1tgorR24ZctoJ1OWe7rhFF1WBbPU1LojWaYpJ3BLN3OrtFM9eHeY_8siGSbW6IkamuiXwsQ/w640-h424/capt-cooks-quick-service-dinner-pulled-pork-sandwich-pulled-pork-nachos.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0rCLKdrRZLl1z7-B8SJyYAWFHKSRGjQLjlQfq9fjzTwkMO6Kl0GVKnBVZqDF0mPivauhWXYGe8YStef62q-dCAtCLFnPpe1WNROS_yqQmjRlwPAJptzObtOEFy-ba1vqxiu7lSeEkPP2GGpC1z39JIHL3IzQ5ZiNK8EPTeclcORIsiKZcCw4TypTu4m89/s1000/captain-cooks-polynesian-001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0rCLKdrRZLl1z7-B8SJyYAWFHKSRGjQLjlQfq9fjzTwkMO6Kl0GVKnBVZqDF0mPivauhWXYGe8YStef62q-dCAtCLFnPpe1WNROS_yqQmjRlwPAJptzObtOEFy-ba1vqxiu7lSeEkPP2GGpC1z39JIHL3IzQ5ZiNK8EPTeclcORIsiKZcCw4TypTu4m89/w640-h410/captain-cooks-polynesian-001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitBGZSWXaa3t1MUDK7kr04jLecX4gxtNIobLEGwkIO6b7izSLXidO4bSDgN3xYJevn2I_emjI_F1m29Y8vYPD2Vl35LrhfB6omsj038nTqklTCN1Q9FKLPA7VBNI_shAeCKuMNehDYWsiQGzarZw8sl5AZ8x7BUzrczQyCnxd-SstU-OdlS7okgPIxGKu6/s1000/captain-cooks-polynesian-002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitBGZSWXaa3t1MUDK7kr04jLecX4gxtNIobLEGwkIO6b7izSLXidO4bSDgN3xYJevn2I_emjI_F1m29Y8vYPD2Vl35LrhfB6omsj038nTqklTCN1Q9FKLPA7VBNI_shAeCKuMNehDYWsiQGzarZw8sl5AZ8x7BUzrczQyCnxd-SstU-OdlS7okgPIxGKu6/w640-h410/captain-cooks-polynesian-002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Pineapple Lanai</h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>A simple snack window where you can pick up some Dole Whip. We grabbed a vanilla pineapple swirl. I think occasionally they have other flavors, but our only options were pineapple, vanilla or swirl. We enjoyed our Dole Whip in the Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace area before they opened at 3.</p>
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Waiters will walk around to take orders or you can go up to the counter to order. We did not utilize these but did see some tasty sounding items on the Oasis Bar & Grill menu.<br /><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto/Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace</h4><p style="text-align: left;">Trader Sam's is one of the harder places to get into. On our visit we got in line at around 1:15 so we could put our names on the walk-up reservation list at 2pm. The bar doesn't open until 3 but we were in line early enough that we were one of the first groups seated. We got mocktails but if you get one of the fancier drinks it comes with a "show." One drink has your server drag themselves over to you like a zombie. Another is pulling a "pearl" cup out of Shelly the clam. By far the most popular interaction is for the <span><i>Uh</i>-<i>Oa</i>. I won't spoil it for you, but it's pretty intense.</span> If you don't need the ambience and theatrics, you can head to the Tiki Terrace outside for the same drinks.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhIHG4kWtMz-ahXIeONMsADEJq9OdGKJPjwZ1YxrdO53QB75OyF9ycanmHp1QQQpRriOieK6nP2NUMwG8UP0tcE83lxRw9tiZCMgOVeG0EBKD_JnzauzIWDcH7y2hh4lwMhbtAfA2Rwzrql-EZtV9Bm_uuYSyWORXSvhEpp13XbEX-_xyakjvm-1kE_0kG/s1000/trader-sams-grog-grotto.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhIHG4kWtMz-ahXIeONMsADEJq9OdGKJPjwZ1YxrdO53QB75OyF9ycanmHp1QQQpRriOieK6nP2NUMwG8UP0tcE83lxRw9tiZCMgOVeG0EBKD_JnzauzIWDcH7y2hh4lwMhbtAfA2Rwzrql-EZtV9Bm_uuYSyWORXSvhEpp13XbEX-_xyakjvm-1kE_0kG/w640-h424/trader-sams-grog-grotto.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQKyzOZveqtS9hEYFGD-qE1IyJx24_RJwqkzhFOJyLKKfR2yGZKPzLzi469rL-sgl30-UILPzWlDp3yThOPEnYnqdbx1xO4yu7DkxtzVpOKog8HHysX8uzfgBK6dUkVtIsyq7Uvdgc7DGH1uoHwhoOeOnyq-giqgCGTSewLorLBT3gtgBtS98gz-tzCy6d/s1000/trader-sams-grog-grotto-mocktails-zero-proof-cocktails.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQKyzOZveqtS9hEYFGD-qE1IyJx24_RJwqkzhFOJyLKKfR2yGZKPzLzi469rL-sgl30-UILPzWlDp3yThOPEnYnqdbx1xO4yu7DkxtzVpOKog8HHysX8uzfgBK6dUkVtIsyq7Uvdgc7DGH1uoHwhoOeOnyq-giqgCGTSewLorLBT3gtgBtS98gz-tzCy6d/w640-h424/trader-sams-grog-grotto-mocktails-zero-proof-cocktails.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Recreation</h3><h4 style="text-align: left;">Pools</h4><p style="text-align: left;">There are two pools at The Polynesian. The main pool is the Lava Pool complete with, you guessed it, a volcano slide! We sat here for a few minutes to enjoy the ambience (and children's laughter) before moving over to the Oasis Pool for a swim. The Oasis pool is a quiet pool so you won't have to worry about kids playing loudly or splashing. Both pools also have hot tubs. You can even head to a sandy beach overlooking Seven Seas Lagoon!<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKez0jZIuQrIn1TnhsfU3G6FYw23mSsXaYKhfVPk7x4hW2c6jfj8k6gWA1lnmTUhP3QbBkwSFuY0TaXvasAmgTkv08J3lYy2_ikasV1ETZ0FehqknbzW1aDV5hV1YVV_obZ8mMqocKMPQ7TM56lyTzeghjTmxjaQNkL4bcJx1MB-lfX7qW4HGXhvGnFzbI/s1000/polynesian-village-resort-disney-world-pools.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKez0jZIuQrIn1TnhsfU3G6FYw23mSsXaYKhfVPk7x4hW2c6jfj8k6gWA1lnmTUhP3QbBkwSFuY0TaXvasAmgTkv08J3lYy2_ikasV1ETZ0FehqknbzW1aDV5hV1YVV_obZ8mMqocKMPQ7TM56lyTzeghjTmxjaQNkL4bcJx1MB-lfX7qW4HGXhvGnFzbI/w640-h424/polynesian-village-resort-disney-world-pools.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEJ-WT5atFjwAW5bjghRcFqorJg2Iw7v6h5JkALFGHwkxyiZEHEeOlY72vQG2xXnLIvV4CV5fiPg1Nptrn2ZR9NKJSAb1gAIzGjVkSwfqMIqqwAgfzN4sts7k1Momcry9uMIFDnyrAT-LLgq2W2RdAOzB0njHyHS_pVndabrjiY8tZCLBNt4eiIvaSXxnP/s1000/polynesian-village-resort-disney-world-sandy-beach.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEJ-WT5atFjwAW5bjghRcFqorJg2Iw7v6h5JkALFGHwkxyiZEHEeOlY72vQG2xXnLIvV4CV5fiPg1Nptrn2ZR9NKJSAb1gAIzGjVkSwfqMIqqwAgfzN4sts7k1Momcry9uMIFDnyrAT-LLgq2W2RdAOzB0njHyHS_pVndabrjiY8tZCLBNt4eiIvaSXxnP/w640-h424/polynesian-village-resort-disney-world-sandy-beach.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Activities</h4><p>As with all other Disney resorts there is more to do than just eat, sleep and go in the pool! There are pool activities, s'mores campfires, movies on a big screen outside and much more. Looking for some exercise? There are jogging trails and volleyball courts too. You can even go fishing or rent pontoon boats to drive yourselves OR hire a boat for a fireworks cruise and enjoy the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the water with snacks and soda. Don't forget to watch out for the <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/magic-kingdom/electrical-water-pageant/" target="_blank">Electrical Water Pageant</a>!<br /></p><p></p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-7899254401601750972023-11-16T07:30:00.003-05:002023-11-16T09:05:26.340-05:00{travel} Disney Hotels - The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZopCSTI_MuZdahtVJiulQ2bCE28cFj_pENfGlDVm_nhvl6i92KRaxXsu75ayBE4yjz6KC0zoArYo_m1EkPIT7CxecWEZd2RI5OmupzhJ02DToplCJ2aw3_5y2LfbFCdajQt82s5HHesFhkCDZI0_An0tLmWsF79VaxOvvjntvLEZzNgeAlKMJ5ByAZ63p/s1000/grand-floridian-lobby-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZopCSTI_MuZdahtVJiulQ2bCE28cFj_pENfGlDVm_nhvl6i92KRaxXsu75ayBE4yjz6KC0zoArYo_m1EkPIT7CxecWEZd2RI5OmupzhJ02DToplCJ2aw3_5y2LfbFCdajQt82s5HHesFhkCDZI0_An0tLmWsF79VaxOvvjntvLEZzNgeAlKMJ5ByAZ63p/w640-h410/grand-floridian-lobby-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>When Christian and I <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/11/travel-my-first-rundisney-5k-wine-dine.html" target="_blank">ran the Wine & Dine 5K</a> at the beginning of
November we did a split stay starting at <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/villas-at-grand-floridian-resort-and-spa/" target="_blank">The Villas at Disney's Grand
Floridian Resort & Spa</a> for one night and finishing with three nights at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. We rented Disney
Vacation Club (DVC) points for this stay and paid $458.25 per night - our portion was $305.50 per night splitting with my friend. The same room booked through Disney would have been $958 for one night. Talk about savings!<br /><p> </p><p>For many, the Grand Floridian is the dream resort stay on a Walt Disney World trip. It's gorgeous, upscale design makes you feel like a rich aristocrat and it's very close to Magic Kingdom Park, there's even a walking path from the hotel! </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ElLBdD9V3LCbYDkweQbjca0G_JQp0eMpiEW6um24vsBbYxulOApd19B52FC_nm3QgRpZdL3bq_PVoY97KnhHnYdIcM9ZuEgKaaLpyV8Yrxu-gOjFvYODxexX3X9e7VS4k9uUVw1vPZv6Gw6mRhztWuegeB7DpIQofrbSzgDPPO_I_ovDcWunGGmE7meV/s1000/grand-floridian-resort-lobby-area-tv-viewing-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ElLBdD9V3LCbYDkweQbjca0G_JQp0eMpiEW6um24vsBbYxulOApd19B52FC_nm3QgRpZdL3bq_PVoY97KnhHnYdIcM9ZuEgKaaLpyV8Yrxu-gOjFvYODxexX3X9e7VS4k9uUVw1vPZv6Gw6mRhztWuegeB7DpIQofrbSzgDPPO_I_ovDcWunGGmE7meV/w640-h424/grand-floridian-resort-lobby-area-tv-viewing-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacwYPUd8QhpnmGCYJfBI2ir_DKXa4Gg62FVfeXllhtJ5XPKtGrZjwYLnlH9n6StA84RZ30ZF90Onrcmyxn_ksUrQ6lmjZY8sBErUC-GdQ1jh8vca-2H_XqFO2RcvlFHTviKKNvKpo-IXALDubRjNda5KxLFmIOJfrZZXr88C9T4sAfg7KNSxUuDsTA0x2/s1000/disneys-grand-floridian-resort-spa.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacwYPUd8QhpnmGCYJfBI2ir_DKXa4Gg62FVfeXllhtJ5XPKtGrZjwYLnlH9n6StA84RZ30ZF90Onrcmyxn_ksUrQ6lmjZY8sBErUC-GdQ1jh8vca-2H_XqFO2RcvlFHTviKKNvKpo-IXALDubRjNda5KxLFmIOJfrZZXr88C9T4sAfg7KNSxUuDsTA0x2/w640-h424/disneys-grand-floridian-resort-spa.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p> </p><p>We stayed in the DVC building which is a short walk away from the main building. It is themed to Mary Poppins and has the most adorable penguin fountain in the center. This building felt close enough to all the action of the larger building but was quieter and felt more private. Our room even had a view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks (we paid for a standard view.) </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMFUYAzAf20daMKscfDMl8caM5vOfXcWqIS8u6J_-xYmhmlhyphenhyphenWE_3otKTJjm1shG-3jZHVGzlYvlzVU51eN-S9ZKo7JthBYISai47LmRMavIpJgjHHP33zgDCLB1iAWseJUYANGIZs4JY-RMHkbZq9NQ9Eq7HfModTNHcVDH1TkZedbFt63fze48GPPaef/s1000/grand-floridian-dvc-villas-mary-poppins-penguins-fountain.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMFUYAzAf20daMKscfDMl8caM5vOfXcWqIS8u6J_-xYmhmlhyphenhyphenWE_3otKTJjm1shG-3jZHVGzlYvlzVU51eN-S9ZKo7JthBYISai47LmRMavIpJgjHHP33zgDCLB1iAWseJUYANGIZs4JY-RMHkbZq9NQ9Eq7HfModTNHcVDH1TkZedbFt63fze48GPPaef/w640-h424/grand-floridian-dvc-villas-mary-poppins-penguins-fountain.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqqcVOdNMl3rL0X0-iMK1cVCuvkSHTlDf0hgqFc1scK4rsFK-WR5_bJVamFWR7Fy11KvbmIsmnHruIpCQqQnZVlYVDWT_et1eru-svHoftRE1SONOLzzj-3iduj-3Spepu-W7Ac48kIQkpC8AyJ_TxL5ylANgdiKGQmRVnoVVFOI_SXqYwhbtKRiTNa1ZH/s1000/grand-floridian-deluxe-studio-dvc-building-balcony-view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqqcVOdNMl3rL0X0-iMK1cVCuvkSHTlDf0hgqFc1scK4rsFK-WR5_bJVamFWR7Fy11KvbmIsmnHruIpCQqQnZVlYVDWT_et1eru-svHoftRE1SONOLzzj-3iduj-3Spepu-W7Ac48kIQkpC8AyJ_TxL5ylANgdiKGQmRVnoVVFOI_SXqYwhbtKRiTNa1ZH/w640-h424/grand-floridian-deluxe-studio-dvc-building-balcony-view.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSlggLUAKh5gZ8lUjni2AoF7jwjd36W_CspuTBEd3KbyKsWIKzREKEppbUbH4pjUY-xHI2ecHSUoFbD54VfdDfSUfXAy2mFh2QSolJH5g0XrvT7HcgglSkgBp7Sy92IvFBTLVAWNWj4AgpRgUj6HxwCJw9Lq1BHJlNZTkQwmPnWvOligmKs1ARvV54Of3k/s1000/grand-floridian-mary-poppins-themed-dvc-room.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSlggLUAKh5gZ8lUjni2AoF7jwjd36W_CspuTBEd3KbyKsWIKzREKEppbUbH4pjUY-xHI2ecHSUoFbD54VfdDfSUfXAy2mFh2QSolJH5g0XrvT7HcgglSkgBp7Sy92IvFBTLVAWNWj4AgpRgUj6HxwCJw9Lq1BHJlNZTkQwmPnWvOligmKs1ARvV54Of3k/w640-h424/grand-floridian-mary-poppins-themed-dvc-room.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
A quick video tour of our room:
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<br /><p><br /></p><p>One of the best times to visit this resort, even if you aren't staying there is the Gingerbread House and shop during the holiday season! We happened to arrive the weekend they were assembling the gingerbread house and we were able to sample some of the gingerbread for free! Once the house opens officially there is a little shop inside where you can purchase shingles, ornaments and more made out of gingerbread! On our visit we even got to see them sprinkling the powdered sugar snow on top, so much fun!<br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3dmq19dhapo79I0aC2D9PXe2R-mt-7TQXjcDQhYFO-idZwG0V6hLV5q5U5Rz00AjDsDoiqk5-Z4BPhc3eQbfUPN3-E99IUsowJFjsgOIQWyQRu7MzcLv_XLpzh_xvQUn12_iRWkOLntHGYuO41Aoh5_XNeJwwskv2FeXxVWIATir26ZP-fJAH-JbP8KqP/s1000/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3dmq19dhapo79I0aC2D9PXe2R-mt-7TQXjcDQhYFO-idZwG0V6hLV5q5U5Rz00AjDsDoiqk5-Z4BPhc3eQbfUPN3-E99IUsowJFjsgOIQWyQRu7MzcLv_XLpzh_xvQUn12_iRWkOLntHGYuO41Aoh5_XNeJwwskv2FeXxVWIATir26ZP-fJAH-JbP8KqP/w640-h424/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8whJ8yqmUQRCntU6KpijxkXcl9fciq_bUocFof30Yf1VudYDl0tLS22qdPN5C3E_qmhFuh_fDCwftwEYOsISlZpWjm2w3RJWqkS_nOnUT3YrR1iow7B0AAAIpATAXWFfvDx1BfbwhwI_Fza0nw7c0ZnOLy9EwAFnVc_WvE_jZdDRjTKaUVEuvmX1CtEFo/s1000/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023-adding-snow-to-roof.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8whJ8yqmUQRCntU6KpijxkXcl9fciq_bUocFof30Yf1VudYDl0tLS22qdPN5C3E_qmhFuh_fDCwftwEYOsISlZpWjm2w3RJWqkS_nOnUT3YrR1iow7B0AAAIpATAXWFfvDx1BfbwhwI_Fza0nw7c0ZnOLy9EwAFnVc_WvE_jZdDRjTKaUVEuvmX1CtEFo/w640-h424/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023-adding-snow-to-roof.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSwGWvu9dw4Lf9EQrVWf_Y2LN6l2lzTDdJsz0pmHjy5_ZDAHg9CsYbDc2uXSRRfi79wo3X2UZavBat-oUZQqETZQxdmWBIWlTW747CxoXbGkRWu0b_5MN7U4af6kH76hig_b8v1ohItgRtEUvnc5lOksNFYZetFPUoQW1iNxllW0i3SegFQxOrPG5758f3/s1000/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023-sampling-gingerbread-shingle.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSwGWvu9dw4Lf9EQrVWf_Y2LN6l2lzTDdJsz0pmHjy5_ZDAHg9CsYbDc2uXSRRfi79wo3X2UZavBat-oUZQqETZQxdmWBIWlTW747CxoXbGkRWu0b_5MN7U4af6kH76hig_b8v1ohItgRtEUvnc5lOksNFYZetFPUoQW1iNxllW0i3SegFQxOrPG5758f3/w640-h424/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023-sampling-gingerbread-shingle.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Transportation</h3><h4 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMtRzYrCn3afiiAGhPYejX8ZenXsd_f-prA0I6jxasDkfvOkbtzHNJkNLntKQLBUN2knFDQi32VYP4h4pD1_bJiMXvlIn2AaU4H18kVPVzXv5GRcIeeo0JvK2Aw82iLyYjeZ3_baGm7x8DfA-nAJufsllP8hLvpZzutBC667hdPVB3YHZrgULuEuaYZFA/s1000/disneys-grand-floridian-resort-exterior.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMtRzYrCn3afiiAGhPYejX8ZenXsd_f-prA0I6jxasDkfvOkbtzHNJkNLntKQLBUN2knFDQi32VYP4h4pD1_bJiMXvlIn2AaU4H18kVPVzXv5GRcIeeo0JvK2Aw82iLyYjeZ3_baGm7x8DfA-nAJufsllP8hLvpZzutBC667hdPVB3YHZrgULuEuaYZFA/w640-h410/disneys-grand-floridian-resort-exterior.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h4>Monorail<p>Most guests stay at The Grand Floridian because of the Monorail. It is the quickest way to get to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. All you have to do is make your way to the lobby, go up to the second floor and walk out to the monorail! You'll go through security here so there's no need to wait in the (sometimes) crazy long lines at the front of the parks. Magic Kingdom is the first stop after Grand Floridian. If you're heading to EPCOT you'll have to switch monorails at the Ticket and Transportation Center. You can also visit any of the other Monorail Resorts (Disney's Contemporary Resort and Disney's Polynesian Village
Resort) this way.<br /></p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Buses</h4><p>Buses are the only way (besides rideshare or driving) to get to
Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. The bus station is easy to find and there are a couple benches if you get there early enough. We did not utilize the normal buses on this trip as we spent our day there at Magic Kingdom and the 5K. I will
note that once park hopping restrictions end it will be possible to
monorail to EPCOT, walk to the back of the park and then take the
Skyliner to Hollywood Studios. But that would take longer than the bus
so I wouldn't advice it unless you really hate buses.</p><p> </p><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Walking</h4><p>If you'd rather avoid lines and crowds there is also a walking path from The Grand Floridian to Magic Kingdom. Sadly it was under construction during our visit so we couldn't test it out. I believe it is tabout three quarters of a mile long, so not horrible considering you would still have to walk and stand in lines to get to other forms of Disney transportation at the end of the evening.</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Dining</h3><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Grand Floridian Café</h4><p>Christian and I dined here for breakfast in May 2022 with his Mom. We figured it was a perfect Mother's Day activity so she could feel special. The food here is very simple, easy breakfast food so it will please most in your party. I had the waffle and it came with an amazing orange butter - SO GOOD.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUfMf3MyiZyqp5Ivk8prQKLaGVdqfR1MRGHdKghvQ9Z92-Faq92FHWJ3djSUArI_8nXC2Ljs18nKzJnwpxUW_n0HRjQCGcH6whvljM5usxI1CqaEo4Qwj9rCBFnGRImT0tXk8FLk0vd1rKmEdDXDueddC9ORvVmBp0VF76AtBmhR8PPTNEjQ-9iDq8LI1-/s1000/grand-floridian-cafe-breakfast.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUfMf3MyiZyqp5Ivk8prQKLaGVdqfR1MRGHdKghvQ9Z92-Faq92FHWJ3djSUArI_8nXC2Ljs18nKzJnwpxUW_n0HRjQCGcH6whvljM5usxI1CqaEo4Qwj9rCBFnGRImT0tXk8FLk0vd1rKmEdDXDueddC9ORvVmBp0VF76AtBmhR8PPTNEjQ-9iDq8LI1-/w640-h424/grand-floridian-cafe-breakfast.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Enchanted Rose</h4><p>I was hoping to visit this lounge on our trip but we tried to pack in so many other things we ended up skipping it. The lounge opens at 3 and we didn't feel like leaving a park at such a random time to make it there for opening/less crowds. Hopefully we'll make some time for it on our next trip because I want to try their Warm Marinated Olives.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNZIYTeMB2KES3fg0DZ0bAkL7iMQTh1V7XPWsjYNHByCbrTrdF7hPo516ZlxoPlUE1bTBzs3NtEz9fAGMO2TMEXaFiRbUuk2ggw0jNfooVJiJtDufh8vHwwkAgaEYSjLHrlV4932ZmQXk8-pUFyKqXujDQuu0Hb1DYEUZeAlDTvvA6Nh94ucPTIqipBEdu/s1000/grand-floridian-enchanted-rose-lounge.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNZIYTeMB2KES3fg0DZ0bAkL7iMQTh1V7XPWsjYNHByCbrTrdF7hPo516ZlxoPlUE1bTBzs3NtEz9fAGMO2TMEXaFiRbUuk2ggw0jNfooVJiJtDufh8vHwwkAgaEYSjLHrlV4932ZmQXk8-pUFyKqXujDQuu0Hb1DYEUZeAlDTvvA6Nh94ucPTIqipBEdu/w640-h424/grand-floridian-enchanted-rose-lounge.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Gasparilla Island Grill</h4><p>We stopped in at Gasparilla Island Grill for a late lunch on our September trip. I had the Pepperoni Flatbread which was just okay. Christian had the Blackened Chicken Sandwich. This is the Grand Floridian's quick service restaurant so it's basically grab and go items, nothing super fancy. They will have themed desserts based on the season which are fun.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj88G0kRZLroGAU96IeS3WrvC8a2WXAYHwceaTbKLa0aBZe0eOBwT_3QYmJiFKKEJsRn30_UcH65VFpNwLt_2FbdH9pYRrEo8euaCBPc93dO_XGTLHgFDcQetPLJLdIBdBLP_BRJBxbq-ZYqAQDSgxlimhOz5xTu7OfrAOqj9J3c8KwI7vdCB0yyTn8Tzpb/s1000/gasparilla-island-grill-pepperoni-flatbread-blackened-chicken-sandwich.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj88G0kRZLroGAU96IeS3WrvC8a2WXAYHwceaTbKLa0aBZe0eOBwT_3QYmJiFKKEJsRn30_UcH65VFpNwLt_2FbdH9pYRrEo8euaCBPc93dO_XGTLHgFDcQetPLJLdIBdBLP_BRJBxbq-ZYqAQDSgxlimhOz5xTu7OfrAOqj9J3c8KwI7vdCB0yyTn8Tzpb/w640-h424/gasparilla-island-grill-pepperoni-flatbread-blackened-chicken-sandwich.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Beaches Pool Bar & Grill</h4><p>Christian and I quickly stopped here on our arrival day to grab a quick chicken tender lunch before heading off to the runDisney Expo. We can't comment on the drinks, but the chicken tenders and dipping sauces were great. Our server was also wonderful and we had some laughs due to wind blowing everything around the bar. We would definitely stop here again.<br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNYFGz5pcvA4VmpZzJsQ9kEZ2KIgltTUKaZtuX3Rb1jhj28SNU2XiGiYUxnRNReEEX9ZXhY-OShyaQGxEQlDWSZIoZs5y4J6KZ16qMo2x2Ulhjt5_olV9gR6NoSxydaibB88MEk_4Pxmek8xkwcbOWAEK6FeTDQiEjqxmBDCnsqBmbdElY6xn3C-NyHypJ/s851/beaches-pool-bar-grill.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="851" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNYFGz5pcvA4VmpZzJsQ9kEZ2KIgltTUKaZtuX3Rb1jhj28SNU2XiGiYUxnRNReEEX9ZXhY-OShyaQGxEQlDWSZIoZs5y4J6KZ16qMo2x2Ulhjt5_olV9gR6NoSxydaibB88MEk_4Pxmek8xkwcbOWAEK6FeTDQiEjqxmBDCnsqBmbdElY6xn3C-NyHypJ/w482-h640/beaches-pool-bar-grill.png" width="482" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">1900 Park Fare </h4><p><i>Not reopened as of November 2023</i></p><p>I ate at 1900 Park Fare back in October 2018 on my 30th birthday trip. My friend Kristen and I went for the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast with Mary Poppins, Pooh, Tigger, Alice in Wonderland and The Mad Hatter! They have everything from Mickey waffles and fresh fruit to eggs, french toast, cinnamon rolls and so much more! <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2018/10/review-supercalifragilistic-breakfast.html" target="_blank">See my full post </a>on it for more details. I hope it makes a triumphant return soon!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPcMgD79pL_VNriwoBQTq86_IeiHEs0xNx710cNQ1NqKSnIswRIgn9IVHmKsERynC7PnBc0xeoxZNTmi_3mNYhqBpT9nPz-QP1cmr3rygJPqvyE7Qi5cBK40Uk7yDV-j6N43Qp7RdelvGw/s1600/supercalafragalistic-breakfast-1900-park-fare-grand-floridian-007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="667" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPcMgD79pL_VNriwoBQTq86_IeiHEs0xNx710cNQ1NqKSnIswRIgn9IVHmKsERynC7PnBc0xeoxZNTmi_3mNYhqBpT9nPz-QP1cmr3rygJPqvyE7Qi5cBK40Uk7yDV-j6N43Qp7RdelvGw/s1600/supercalafragalistic-breakfast-1900-park-fare-grand-floridian-007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was really looking forward to it but we were personally a little underwhelmed with what we got for the price. The theming of the restaurant is subtle nods to Mary Poppins which I LOVED. We were also obsessed with the bread service and salted butter and asked for more - one of the breads had bacon and olives in it. I had the sustainable fish with chorizo risotto. It was good, just not $48 good. Christian felt the same about his $52 short ribs; good but not mind-blowing. We also had a Zero-Proof Old Fashioned Orange Soda Float which was fun!</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJFy4sWunrnN22f7_YZ-aNQSTsK0YWzyp6ZLwcPBfzMmIwxx2Q17bfuvJ34uN_-Engw9jz3xe4bZ_j2YYOeLP_XvXx_obR89jyKV8pVu8J9zD3RxMw9eWayCK4g5TdxGjb9Y6QzsT06Vf32Kg7aDgjMvDK2bRjx59YHndxvRBy-cMPEcxz3567imk_5e2q/s1000/citricos-bread-basket-zero-proof-old-fashioned-orange-soda-float.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJFy4sWunrnN22f7_YZ-aNQSTsK0YWzyp6ZLwcPBfzMmIwxx2Q17bfuvJ34uN_-Engw9jz3xe4bZ_j2YYOeLP_XvXx_obR89jyKV8pVu8J9zD3RxMw9eWayCK4g5TdxGjb9Y6QzsT06Vf32Kg7aDgjMvDK2bRjx59YHndxvRBy-cMPEcxz3567imk_5e2q/w640-h424/citricos-bread-basket-zero-proof-old-fashioned-orange-soda-float.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoPx0OFajQFmQtjW2pqF2ffxDD9NUe02bpx31UH-K2qnOEcOalZ76yrbQuY8NUtnAyiXIWUIQ44lIiEHMJPTg7EGv6DlJSAMNqc8D2SIvo2pkpTQKU2ekqRXUngK06SHWR1YCH-g26u2a72jP4yhHx3laSA3Z-pTRQTRAcnj1EYDP5rB_bJLcWulYVTvA/s1000/citricos-dining-room-cherry-tree-lane-painting.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoPx0OFajQFmQtjW2pqF2ffxDD9NUe02bpx31UH-K2qnOEcOalZ76yrbQuY8NUtnAyiXIWUIQ44lIiEHMJPTg7EGv6DlJSAMNqc8D2SIvo2pkpTQKU2ekqRXUngK06SHWR1YCH-g26u2a72jP4yhHx3laSA3Z-pTRQTRAcnj1EYDP5rB_bJLcWulYVTvA/w640-h424/citricos-dining-room-cherry-tree-lane-painting.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2vxzlb73IjO11zgTyV_8NhG5R_BpiGZP94AP5tu2ke6UmKy1EIoZYxkHv-7RRIBxpD2Rw0UUdCQgayW5pplhb9z_Vr-QTQhCLJLJBvm3IltZv7EwsQbVctLQWQOQILopPKRMZhKV8MRiROjZqukLH3gEaJ_rUWQ_PaFlIBEzJl05xXLMvEFt_U_I-54E/s1000/citricos-mary-poppins-props-decor.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2vxzlb73IjO11zgTyV_8NhG5R_BpiGZP94AP5tu2ke6UmKy1EIoZYxkHv-7RRIBxpD2Rw0UUdCQgayW5pplhb9z_Vr-QTQhCLJLJBvm3IltZv7EwsQbVctLQWQOQILopPKRMZhKV8MRiROjZqukLH3gEaJ_rUWQ_PaFlIBEzJl05xXLMvEFt_U_I-54E/w640-h424/citricos-mary-poppins-props-decor.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD2v1KAOX2LofrbapfLBATp08xKhWxeROrJzlbUeqXl7fUtFAYAi-pgzaa3_iBXwHSOLoVIZdjTB9hVLJjMVtB5XGJnqFCCgm86B6I-PoDU1tpw6dLqv6MUcTCFhMJ8UPb2EDl0orSf3-gvLF8H_FFKZ69Dro1kiIFeZNqtCRK3yHK929xjIsKniXCv3mX/s1000/citricos-sustainable-fish-with-chorizo-risotto-shrimp-and-tomatoes-guava-barbecued-shoort-ribs-aged-cheddar-grits-brussels-sprouts.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD2v1KAOX2LofrbapfLBATp08xKhWxeROrJzlbUeqXl7fUtFAYAi-pgzaa3_iBXwHSOLoVIZdjTB9hVLJjMVtB5XGJnqFCCgm86B6I-PoDU1tpw6dLqv6MUcTCFhMJ8UPb2EDl0orSf3-gvLF8H_FFKZ69Dro1kiIFeZNqtCRK3yHK929xjIsKniXCv3mX/w640-h424/citricos-sustainable-fish-with-chorizo-risotto-shrimp-and-tomatoes-guava-barbecued-shoort-ribs-aged-cheddar-grits-brussels-sprouts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU5H4Cj0-CGwhuYVDlifaI8RsiGf0ZJz7Y7HnvduaRQ1gGyPphiNCXs02a7s5QXwgBLrnmJd6X01cozs4cW3biwOzgYy3PiturJMkxFRaRCHNZ3oFlRx2JBixEE2sFv_0ECfTBV8TrkUZRB7gOx_3D34Ek2iLOFS9YIgOCHNQJR-YqV42VV_VAbmTMk_vi/s1000/citricos-tables-bag-holder-for-table.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU5H4Cj0-CGwhuYVDlifaI8RsiGf0ZJz7Y7HnvduaRQ1gGyPphiNCXs02a7s5QXwgBLrnmJd6X01cozs4cW3biwOzgYy3PiturJMkxFRaRCHNZ3oFlRx2JBixEE2sFv_0ECfTBV8TrkUZRB7gOx_3D34Ek2iLOFS9YIgOCHNQJR-YqV42VV_VAbmTMk_vi/w640-h424/citricos-tables-bag-holder-for-table.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <br /><br /><p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Narcoossee’s</h4><p>We have not eaten here yet, but Narcoossee's is definitely on my list of "fancy" restaurants to try. Christian and I usually do one upscale restaurant per trip for our budget's sake so we skipped it this past trip in favor of Cítricos.</p><p> </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Garden View Tea Room</h4><p><i>Not reopened as of November 2023</i></p><p>This is a traditional tea room that serves up a fun afternoon tea! I have not tried it yet but would like to in the future. I believe they used to do morning and afternoon teas and even a tea with a Disney Princess for all the little ones!<br /><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Victoria & Albert’s</h4><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p>This is our <i><b>dream</b></i> dining experience. I have been trying to get us reservations here for every one of our past few trips. So far, no luck. Maybe for our Valentine's trip in February?! Send me all the good vibes. <br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Recreation</h3><h4 style="text-align: left;">Pools</h4><p style="text-align: left;">Since we were only here for an overnight we skipped out on the pool even though we brought our bathing suits this trip. The Grand Floridian has two pools - the Beach Pool and Courtyard Pool. There is also an Alice in Wonderland Water Play Area for kids to cool down in.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JRl2__fPgjLKcf1xQ8c6RsBqG6cz9o0JqZApNRwnenpZqZHv2UPl-_wqnNFOh1722H0MxnkP8uLfwMwQERNuHvSvqFLKvZJD0eNqEdgmbPjjDVwSxwesat2GMPCbelnTV8yAnOvtmyh-D-o1x01PNpIKk6156wplGO1KaAofGdCFpGoEHEFPlO2Ua3B0/s853/grand-floridian-mad-hatter-play-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JRl2__fPgjLKcf1xQ8c6RsBqG6cz9o0JqZApNRwnenpZqZHv2UPl-_wqnNFOh1722H0MxnkP8uLfwMwQERNuHvSvqFLKvZJD0eNqEdgmbPjjDVwSxwesat2GMPCbelnTV8yAnOvtmyh-D-o1x01PNpIKk6156wplGO1KaAofGdCFpGoEHEFPlO2Ua3B0/w480-h640/grand-floridian-mad-hatter-play-area.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Activities</h4><p style="text-align: left;">When staying at The Grand Floridian guests can take part in numerous activities. There's an arcade, boat rentals, campfires complete with s'mores, pool games and more! For $49 per half-hour you and up to 9 other people can rent a pontoon boat to ride around Seven Seas Lagoon. <br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><p style="text-align: left;">There are also fireworks cruises you can book to view the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the water. Each cruise ($449+) includes the services of a captain and assorted snacks and soft drinks. Festive banners and balloons are also included in the cost and can be requested at the time of booking. One day I'd love to do this with a group of friends.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Some more photos around the resort.</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCeIyZvuDGzNODL_K5Zt3ZefXbatMioDAbtQpt9nWTdg2iqal7BV08O_C7NB39SUF7W_U-D4SZiwqu__tdNpiNW-HQop4x97amlpbXYcbopUEdGJ0wbfEIpcxxK5tFkAohwvuNoJ7A6tQ1ZqFl2Fb5meypna_H6S4p4sxyx_Fl86yEqiSOvZr1KBjGOMIM/s1000/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCeIyZvuDGzNODL_K5Zt3ZefXbatMioDAbtQpt9nWTdg2iqal7BV08O_C7NB39SUF7W_U-D4SZiwqu__tdNpiNW-HQop4x97amlpbXYcbopUEdGJ0wbfEIpcxxK5tFkAohwvuNoJ7A6tQ1ZqFl2Fb5meypna_H6S4p4sxyx_Fl86yEqiSOvZr1KBjGOMIM/w640-h410/grand-floridian-gingerbread-house-2023.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgighPdH6Tg3BtLRIYxw2HMe-9Qw_wEt9-mnTMRO2qRDSCyPQdgxJecoq3vKoo9Q22lb8mZPKKAquvcg8DEuzjcR0CGkZ9isMmTb-GkJ_JWHyZz8BcSQnx_I-lYJveyUA8LC0ycg7yBjGKKUa2oogEPlk-cdU_CQujuL5L8P70zYod-20Czxo-o2VH5zLtI/w640-h410/rundisney-wine-dine-finish-line.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>I did it. I ran a 5K even though I <i>hate</i> running. This is what happens when you love Disney Theme Parks and want to experience all they have to offer. At the beginning of this year my friend Caleb convinced me to do a 5K during <a href="https://www.rundisney.com/events/disneyworld/wine-and-dine-half-marathon-weekend/" target="_blank">runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend</a> - he ran the half marathon. We booked our hotels in February by renting DVC points. Because we were splitting the room we splurged on the Villas at Disney's <b>Grand Floridian</b> Resort & Spa for one night and Disney's <b>Polynesian</b> Villas & Bungalows for three nights.</p><span><a name='more'></a></span><h3 style="text-align: left;"> </h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Buying Race Weekend Tickets & Training<br /></h3><div style="text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;">Tickets for the Half Marathon, 10K and 5K went on sale in March. You have to buy exactly on release day because they sell out FAST. I think the Wine & Dine 5K sold out in a couple hours this year. If you don't get one directly through runDisney there is also the option of<a href="https://www.rundisney.com/plan-your-trip/disneyworld/travel-providers/disneyworld-marathon-weekend/" target="_blank"> running for a charity</a>. After registering we filled out our waiver for the race so we wouldn't have to do it on site.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXeKNw57Sz7MNy-i6SEASwY5NEQS_ABMekkEMjHXLOKwSo07UJ07e4oI3-3jjCEZvfRtTkPYy1N8JvNcT5kTM_KxqXerXAuGYMfFDZmhWXNwdg-ZXtZq8qYXI0vIBi_59cHQ0tQ8GkM9faZuSUAGnc21CUpXpCCiKMMWyBBKAwaxtAsxvuw2mLyHzyDWvD/s3000/rundisney-registration.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2080" data-original-width="3000" height="444" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXeKNw57Sz7MNy-i6SEASwY5NEQS_ABMekkEMjHXLOKwSo07UJ07e4oI3-3jjCEZvfRtTkPYy1N8JvNcT5kTM_KxqXerXAuGYMfFDZmhWXNwdg-ZXtZq8qYXI0vIBi_59cHQ0tQ8GkM9faZuSUAGnc21CUpXpCCiKMMWyBBKAwaxtAsxvuw2mLyHzyDWvD/w640-h444/rundisney-registration.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Then the waiting game begins! We started our "<a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/10/outfit-morning-walks-and-runs-in-park.html">training</a>" at the end of August but weren't super strict about it. A couple weeks before our trip I pinched a nerve in my shoulder/back so we weren't able to do any runs leading up to our 5K. Luckily we weren't doing a longer race, ha ha. </p></div><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Designing our Wine & Dine 5K Shirts <br /></h3><p>After registering it was time to figure out what we would wear. I decided to have my sister illustrate a couple Alice in Wonderland characters for me and I put modified quotes on the shirts with them. I found an <a href="https://bit.ly/37VGpvC" target="_blank">etsy</a> seller to print my designs but it was a struggle to get them to come out looking the way I designed them. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7a_0_6FSJktyDUEL57ZBWTvaUymvkgHCOgszq-VFtsvnYS_Sn7NSnRiGEADypCMQXPkz9MdrD3k9y9xUeRWgHu0rkazVOypYB9H8I6PmINd7xzIOEVHHBN_6UqyuOk6dN3KMwPOyQFBZup2ssj-mSP0rXfjzBXI91sT7kE_NYISnIUfZqdUwyFsHH-e1n/s1000/shirt-designs-front-back.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="1000" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7a_0_6FSJktyDUEL57ZBWTvaUymvkgHCOgszq-VFtsvnYS_Sn7NSnRiGEADypCMQXPkz9MdrD3k9y9xUeRWgHu0rkazVOypYB9H8I6PmINd7xzIOEVHHBN_6UqyuOk6dN3KMwPOyQFBZup2ssj-mSP0rXfjzBXI91sT7kE_NYISnIUfZqdUwyFsHH-e1n/w640-h160/shirt-designs-front-back.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZiGCtmFA19h20nEC441XYR5qKROB518MIJL0chAiRUGyR52f4lJLh2FZEyL4ZfvW_7GVC5zpuTptefsvc5GRNw019gtGEc_Sn5saZbGxfWMMjaV6GhcLNIqGLW6tJchon_QIPt6TGHJvaIH-W2u1o0tUJKQI26kDFDuzCS1VwusaFSPvUgIETZ1GsK7EF/s1000/finished-shirt-designs-front.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZiGCtmFA19h20nEC441XYR5qKROB518MIJL0chAiRUGyR52f4lJLh2FZEyL4ZfvW_7GVC5zpuTptefsvc5GRNw019gtGEc_Sn5saZbGxfWMMjaV6GhcLNIqGLW6tJchon_QIPt6TGHJvaIH-W2u1o0tUJKQI26kDFDuzCS1VwusaFSPvUgIETZ1GsK7EF/w640-h410/finished-shirt-designs-front.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>We had to go through so many iterations of mockups because they kept changing things and not just plopping my file on a shirt. Very odd. Makes me think they used one of those "<a href="https://printify.com" target="_blank">you too can sell on etsy!</a>" websites because they didn't even check the shirts before sending. Luckily Christian's came out on the first try (and his had the most issues during pre-printing) but mine came out SUPER dark and totally different colors. They printed it on a different color shirt but it looked the same on that AND they forgot to put the design on the back. But they look okay and I got a partial refund so I'm fine with it.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NmHv5S1V0V6mud98dqtF8uKDmQYFF0MjOsPFokx4VpoV16aYs5Z4VJ4PHdIWRfVwIif-MHYoBjvwndg2b3Vzktl9uZcj358NycxUpEDX4hcix5Xapi0pJyQ1nOU68mkOInkeT76mVw_ycTD_wEu-ODqySfkRoIaYYZLTzzx7o9-IX8filljeO4sNLqm1/s3400/etsy-seller-issue.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2080" data-original-width="3400" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NmHv5S1V0V6mud98dqtF8uKDmQYFF0MjOsPFokx4VpoV16aYs5Z4VJ4PHdIWRfVwIif-MHYoBjvwndg2b3Vzktl9uZcj358NycxUpEDX4hcix5Xapi0pJyQ1nOU68mkOInkeT76mVw_ycTD_wEu-ODqySfkRoIaYYZLTzzx7o9-IX8filljeO4sNLqm1/w640-h392/etsy-seller-issue.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">What We Wore</h4><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Megan:</b></p><p><a href="https://bit.ly/479Vaa0" target="_blank"><b>Colorfulkoala</b> Women's High Waisted 7/8 Length Leggings with Pockets in Deep Violet</a> <br /></p><p><a href="https://bit.ly/3SwW8Zp" target="_blank"><b>HOKA</b> Arahi 6 Running Shoe in Grape Wine/Beautyberry</a><br /></p><p><a href="https://bit.ly/3soDUhQ" target="_blank"><b>Balega</b> Silver Compression Fit Performance No Show Athletic Running Socks in Bright Lilac/Wildberry</a><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/3sreEHP" target="_blank"><b>Embark</b> Waist Pack in Burgundy (Target) </a><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Christian </b></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/464KJmr" target="_blank"><b>TENJOY</b> Men's 2 in 1 Quick Dry Gym Athletic Workout Shorts in Dark Gray </a><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/471egyJ" target="_blank"><b>HOKA</b> Bondi 8 Running Shoe in Goblin Blue/Mountain Spring</a><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;"> </h2><h2 style="text-align: left;">Race Weekend </h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"> </h2><h3 style="text-align: left;">Bib Pickup and <a href="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/10/serving-up-a-first-look-at-rundisney-2023-disney-wine-dine-half-marathon-weekend-merchandise/" target="_blank">Official Merchandise</a> Virtual Queue<br /></h3><p>Fast forward to race weekend! We flew in Thursday morning, the day before our race. Runners need to pick up their race bibs at least the day before their race because runs start VERY early in the morning. We received our Expo Check-in Pass, which is required to pick up your Runners Packet - bib, safety pins and a clear gEAR Bag for checking items before your race. After picking up the packet you can then go to another building to pick up your free race shirt(s) and check out different vendors at the Expo.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheIgG5IOyKi9J0vp6HeKiqdI16iHm1FQw2gFY1xjK402J4f7hzT5ftDdJzOqXLq8QfNU-eAoIGiMqZrpQun5sNA7arLySDNoFT0aXsfK580AoiUVNdqdt1zBmueXDkxDi6ne4pj_Gssfnp9641rD_TjdcOcS_UFYqeTV7iigKYrEzkWElhwztm4ngxjnqW/s1000/rundisney-wine-dine-expo-espn-wide-world-sports-complex.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheIgG5IOyKi9J0vp6HeKiqdI16iHm1FQw2gFY1xjK402J4f7hzT5ftDdJzOqXLq8QfNU-eAoIGiMqZrpQun5sNA7arLySDNoFT0aXsfK580AoiUVNdqdt1zBmueXDkxDi6ne4pj_Gssfnp9641rD_TjdcOcS_UFYqeTV7iigKYrEzkWElhwztm4ngxjnqW/w640-h424/rundisney-wine-dine-expo-espn-wide-world-sports-complex.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>Disney does a Virtual Queue on the first day of the runDisney Health & Fitness
Expo to help with crowds. Merchandise for these races is a big deal with some
items selling out in hours. Right when we landed at 9:55am I joined the <a href="https://www.rundisney.com/blog/ready-set-shop-event-weekend-merchandise-with-the/" target="_blank">Virtual Queue for official race merchandise</a> because I wanted to buy a pin for my collection. We joined and got group 92, took our time getting over to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, picked up our race bibs and free shirts and our group was finally called just before 2. Unfortunately, all the 5K pins had already sold out (eBay scalpers most likely) so I am going to have to wait a few months and hope one pops up on eBay at a reasonable price. Since I couldn't get my pin, I decided to buy the <a href="https://bit.ly/469ABJt" target="_blank">Passholder Tee </a>with the rest of a gift card I had from my brother-in-law.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2TC_qCGDsI6Lx_1snCCtA-2_fKRJNHWDpXWzGoW3vUuopsklbAqxKXKWajhIrSJk6rJGs7MPU1hw5pdLXMa_ChOU8_0EPwk4vnvaL5d3SzfiyddQNCNm0DrirD4wM0p3Pt7tljtfnmyK_8Wx5BtNEa8SoAH_L-iiCk8k4LEiusfCY6wpgjhLTLuoPqRtV/s1170/rundisney-virtual-queue-merchandise.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1116" data-original-width="1170" height="381" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2TC_qCGDsI6Lx_1snCCtA-2_fKRJNHWDpXWzGoW3vUuopsklbAqxKXKWajhIrSJk6rJGs7MPU1hw5pdLXMa_ChOU8_0EPwk4vnvaL5d3SzfiyddQNCNm0DrirD4wM0p3Pt7tljtfnmyK_8Wx5BtNEa8SoAH_L-iiCk8k4LEiusfCY6wpgjhLTLuoPqRtV/w400-h381/rundisney-virtual-queue-merchandise.PNG" width="400" /></a></div>
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Disney provides buses to and from the Expo at the ESPN complex every day. Then on race days they will have frequent buses to EPCOT where the starting line and entertainment for the races are. If you're not at a Disney resort you'll either need to use a rideshare service or drive yourself.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_hJb0IUo0GYmZ0pBeFUBr8VM5NY8BXUNWOakRW1hb-lMHcRtxgF_VAVELn0eHMf_LPWotOhtS3SPEI0o8CUg20FvRwZzoPDDtJRuJxwbT9XW3Vq23hOrVT10enYgJTDSOKgcTGBJSdvcT1D-EImwpo0CIUhpkFKwBCEghyphenhyphenvY7FMRdqw6oRvSMoeaJMF6/s3024/rundisney-race-weekend-transportation.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3017" data-original-width="3024" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_hJb0IUo0GYmZ0pBeFUBr8VM5NY8BXUNWOakRW1hb-lMHcRtxgF_VAVELn0eHMf_LPWotOhtS3SPEI0o8CUg20FvRwZzoPDDtJRuJxwbT9XW3Vq23hOrVT10enYgJTDSOKgcTGBJSdvcT1D-EImwpo0CIUhpkFKwBCEghyphenhyphenvY7FMRdqw6oRvSMoeaJMF6/w640-h638/rundisney-race-weekend-transportation.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Make Sure to Rest Up</h3><p>You'll be getting up VERY early on race day so make sure to take it easy the day before and try to go to bed early! Our day on Thursday (the day before the 5K) started at around 4am because we had to fly out at 6:55. Once we landed in Orlando we got to the Grand Floridian, had a quick lunch and headed over to the Expo. After we got all our pre-race items we went back to the hotel. Then we decided to be crazy and try to make it to EPCOT and back in 2 hours because our VQ for Guardians was called. It was just about 3pm when we left and we had a dinner reservation at Citricos at 5:40. We just barely made it back in time to change into our fancy clothes, haha! </p><p> </p><p>We didn't leave the restaurant until just about 7 (service was a little slow) and headed back to our room to settle in for the night. A rarity for our Disney trips because we like to make the most of our park time. But, like I said, early to bed, early to rise! Magic Kingdom fireworks went off at 8pm, as usual, and we were lucky enough to have a slight view from our balcony even though we only paid for a standard view. Love when that happens! After fireworks I french braided my hair and we tried to go to bed. Ended up staying awake until just before 10. Whoops!<br /></p><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">The Morning of the Race</h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"> </h2><h3 style="text-align: left;">Getting to the Starting Line!<br /></h3><p>Wake up! Alarms went off at 2:45 and we got dressed in the dark as to not disturb our roommate. By 3:20 we were on a bus on the way to EPCOT! At 3:45 we stopped for a picture in front of Spaceship Earth while walking the pathway to the race area. It was a pretty far walk, but a good way to warm up before the 5K. Once inside the racing area there was a DJ, stage, snacks and other fun activities. We were tired so we just went straight to our starting group area.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMHL1b-ve4wm2yary-9hshIjhpfRWpcK8UAKWD3-QxB-VnEvgxQtL1PHtKwzfDti8ekDv3Zlw1Isvujmd8Oz_4PhM3ggTWrI_D6ECOrDN6cAS-hfo8qRuiXVdKJ7yWIozebiWc7MkC_LRMrxSSKgPawuhRxdks7SKssp6XXPWHVWO2oFOLur4a6F8-KP2N/s1000/rundisney-5k-shirts-front-and-back-in-elevator-mirror.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMHL1b-ve4wm2yary-9hshIjhpfRWpcK8UAKWD3-QxB-VnEvgxQtL1PHtKwzfDti8ekDv3Zlw1Isvujmd8Oz_4PhM3ggTWrI_D6ECOrDN6cAS-hfo8qRuiXVdKJ7yWIozebiWc7MkC_LRMrxSSKgPawuhRxdks7SKssp6XXPWHVWO2oFOLur4a6F8-KP2N/w640-h424/rundisney-5k-shirts-front-and-back-in-elevator-mirror.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ_5sHwWxE88id5GMWbx6j8xqgXq4Afk4sUQyAdU7PudgizHP68yCz3X-fOLGjOpogLmRCoNdSRR5ti9ZZbzbufW5qB_wG3-ajC2t0bgHJWZxni2Ry_qncfvrX9aYbuz5lhUJeuTgcBdhQ10Ag8uLYfD041qe8YL2zVtUqrkb9kPOfTzJk0QjxE-hhxsC1/s6000/rundisney-walking-to-starting-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6000" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ_5sHwWxE88id5GMWbx6j8xqgXq4Afk4sUQyAdU7PudgizHP68yCz3X-fOLGjOpogLmRCoNdSRR5ti9ZZbzbufW5qB_wG3-ajC2t0bgHJWZxni2Ry_qncfvrX9aYbuz5lhUJeuTgcBdhQ10Ag8uLYfD041qe8YL2zVtUqrkb9kPOfTzJk0QjxE-hhxsC1/w640-h430/rundisney-walking-to-starting-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmnK_QqPw-0p1Adt9IqjnjIJXiOZMR194Pxlumhk3mfzRiM-RWrvzGtxM-IY-tHcSQYgDFByIU4eva0mV6o4n7Adai-z7VWnBh2z_Fs9Y97yQwix0W5ldqyAAN9Ztm-RmSlzFmKQGbSbSLdlybad4gNz9_x7rvY6IzQ2xgMUvpZbu3WxiOLTUhx62THSuq/s3024/rundisney-wine-dine-5k-starting-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1882" data-original-width="3024" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmnK_QqPw-0p1Adt9IqjnjIJXiOZMR194Pxlumhk3mfzRiM-RWrvzGtxM-IY-tHcSQYgDFByIU4eva0mV6o4n7Adai-z7VWnBh2z_Fs9Y97yQwix0W5ldqyAAN9Ztm-RmSlzFmKQGbSbSLdlybad4gNz9_x7rvY6IzQ2xgMUvpZbu3WxiOLTUhx62THSuq/w640-h398/rundisney-wine-dine-5k-starting-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Start groups (found on the top of your racing bib) are based on anticipated pace per mile for the 5K. When we registered I said we would do a conservative 16-17 minute mile and we were placed right in the middle, at group C. Before the race started we double checked that our bibs were centered on our shirts and our numbers were fully visible. If you want photos while you're running it is essential that your number is visible because that is how photos are claimed. I have Photopass with my Annual Pass so all our race photos were included with my account, we just had to put in a special code with our bib numbers for them to show up.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1AFJZASiCu9y-HqxVIjhwMjFjbbQY3WFi7g72KHR8yCjf7FI2oiOz_mQKtICKlg5fYBkZqscjhUXFFah8nl0NTYcpNaFnB6x2ZHQV8a2F9J9x0r3SdF5e3Cu1k17fdZ3vUTgOTfayGsisKGTdVr_FvE-WNKTSchhNuUqIGAKRH2D9kIJDFYOI2DHya_z7/s1000/rundisney-starting-groups.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1AFJZASiCu9y-HqxVIjhwMjFjbbQY3WFi7g72KHR8yCjf7FI2oiOz_mQKtICKlg5fYBkZqscjhUXFFah8nl0NTYcpNaFnB6x2ZHQV8a2F9J9x0r3SdF5e3Cu1k17fdZ3vUTgOTfayGsisKGTdVr_FvE-WNKTSchhNuUqIGAKRH2D9kIJDFYOI2DHya_z7/w640-h426/rundisney-starting-groups.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Race Begins</h3><p>The 5K started at 5am on the dot with handcycle chair racers starting first. After them the race starts in waves from the different groups starting from A and ending with E. So even though the race started at 5am we didn't start running until just about 5:30, and we were in the front part of group C. So be ready to wait quite a while to start if you're in a later group. You're basically walking in a big herd in chunks, pausing for them to start another group, moving a bit more, stopping, etc. until you get to the starting line. This was the worst part of the race for me, I just wanted to get going!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6O96WhBSu9ikoyyoKoYBJEZRokjEXLwzavoVjHxEHHBL9ocVPZb7vfBU0YfLO7dBs8x9k_RBaWkrsWOud9FTNylzguEKcaiPLFtb8t6IXRoL5uj4BEJqsP_1rulXmCA5uHuGB6mEayL4shD4eDBgtID9Ukw40sLskVcN1HilMaHrWhWfv9u55SyJlguSR/s889/rundisney-wine-dine-5k-starting-line.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="889" data-original-width="667" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6O96WhBSu9ikoyyoKoYBJEZRokjEXLwzavoVjHxEHHBL9ocVPZb7vfBU0YfLO7dBs8x9k_RBaWkrsWOud9FTNylzguEKcaiPLFtb8t6IXRoL5uj4BEJqsP_1rulXmCA5uHuGB6mEayL4shD4eDBgtID9Ukw40sLskVcN1HilMaHrWhWfv9u55SyJlguSR/w480-h640/rundisney-wine-dine-5k-starting-line.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>Once we started it all went by fairly quickly. The first mile or so for the Wine & Dine 5K was on back-roads around EPCOT and we entered the park in Mexico. While running there were spectators cheering us on and a few TV screens playing Alice in Wonderland. There were also characters on the course so you could take pictures with them but we didn't want to wait in any long lines so we skipped those. I was hoping Cheshire Cat would be on the route, but sadly he wasn't. We did spot White Rabbit but he was near the beginning of the race and had a HUGE line so I had Christian quickly stand in front of him while we walked past. I wasn't a huge fan of the rest of the characters so they were easier to skip. Photopass photographers can also be found in green tents all over the course
so be ready to smile and pose as you go by to get some memorable
photos. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIdhIwSJBpBt8uY7UpGg4BoS5NBh-peaO8vV50bAldbcYgNKRBFQNYI0OTcsnP0QjlNYP7iKg5JkWklFmUrVI0-UVpj9Ly8F1SZsGq80KNk_iy_39LySS57e7WCbTJuPcqDOygurhAQmIJXYidd9fwbjhRG5C4ct1CsCYkLA2JWGRNyj4WMom2iiFwVc7d/s1000/rundisney-character-photos-mile-markers.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIdhIwSJBpBt8uY7UpGg4BoS5NBh-peaO8vV50bAldbcYgNKRBFQNYI0OTcsnP0QjlNYP7iKg5JkWklFmUrVI0-UVpj9Ly8F1SZsGq80KNk_iy_39LySS57e7WCbTJuPcqDOygurhAQmIJXYidd9fwbjhRG5C4ct1CsCYkLA2JWGRNyj4WMom2iiFwVc7d/w640-h426/rundisney-character-photos-mile-markers.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>Surprising even myself, I ran almost all of the race. It was at a jogging pace most of the time, but I did more running than walking. Actually being there gave me more motivation to run than on our training runs in the local park, ha ha. There was one water stop on the 5K route so we grabbed some water and continued on through the World Showcase. We finished the 5K in 45 minutes on the dot, pretty cool for my first real run since doing the mile in high school.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb_i1BGOttTI186zgpB_AGnNOgEeQWssrqIaZWeP37eV-7NLxXJkLmzy37mMsdZ5pdutZnbhT8B5vZLgZbsG8JulHF-UI0aJreVouM2mP3BdzHzrveHwa3S6z_LMeAIdj60DXsnlqbRLpOLUxMg5j4Ul5y_rMWRCDV08eLSSW0mOzQuyW07z9ohPeg2sG7/s1000/rundisney-wine-dine-5k.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb_i1BGOttTI186zgpB_AGnNOgEeQWssrqIaZWeP37eV-7NLxXJkLmzy37mMsdZ5pdutZnbhT8B5vZLgZbsG8JulHF-UI0aJreVouM2mP3BdzHzrveHwa3S6z_LMeAIdj60DXsnlqbRLpOLUxMg5j4Ul5y_rMWRCDV08eLSSW0mOzQuyW07z9ohPeg2sG7/s16000/rundisney-wine-dine-5k.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwvjUxVbTObhbm7Smq68L_67wA47p_3jEfXxRVr66rtZ9iB_rVINFNHTdqhwoPSBf-ccKgBxzIiVqY3kCp2ONbIEL3vtYR2HWJD6V4qSDnRQBusIN8o2Oc9PO-d9jubLyfHDKvy5RVZhtUVvpc8x4ISPVQlH5pIiBeRf1vKdRhx_46mbtBzueA270UqVW8/s1000/rundisney-wine-dine-spaceship-earth.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwvjUxVbTObhbm7Smq68L_67wA47p_3jEfXxRVr66rtZ9iB_rVINFNHTdqhwoPSBf-ccKgBxzIiVqY3kCp2ONbIEL3vtYR2HWJD6V4qSDnRQBusIN8o2Oc9PO-d9jubLyfHDKvy5RVZhtUVvpc8x4ISPVQlH5pIiBeRf1vKdRhx_46mbtBzueA270UqVW8/s16000/rundisney-wine-dine-spaceship-earth.jpeg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">After the 5K is Over</h3><p>Once we passed the finish line we were met with cheers from volunteers and family members/friends of runners. A little ways past the finish line they will hand out your medal in a little plastic bag. Then as you get closer to the starting area you'll get water, powerade and a banana as well as a snack box. Ours had tortilla chips, faux cheese, skittles, peanut butter crackers and a Honey Stinger waffle. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7prdw8tvvoSDcTL9-5CpwGtO2flYJ9yWrD5041vhxmO-t6n_U-NIGVqCIU3CxuoBo3srIiPjw_WeLfME4d22zEGk21pfPqAZ58Mn6stWrEmkEbBDhDqKdWBFAf-jnvi-NZ8H4qHNpyK7CmVvvbc1taEal5it1eWDoXLEMolsJd3-0s8zpJ-Z5HSlVB9vB/s1000/rundisney-finish-line-medals-finish-time.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7prdw8tvvoSDcTL9-5CpwGtO2flYJ9yWrD5041vhxmO-t6n_U-NIGVqCIU3CxuoBo3srIiPjw_WeLfME4d22zEGk21pfPqAZ58Mn6stWrEmkEbBDhDqKdWBFAf-jnvi-NZ8H4qHNpyK7CmVvvbc1taEal5it1eWDoXLEMolsJd3-0s8zpJ-Z5HSlVB9vB/w640-h426/rundisney-finish-line-medals-finish-time.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ3zW_0jpZFAgSimtYKQeX55hKdZiERquL9yjXWXxGukWEnUXtnrNbbCrGAdtRbyOCrcaZ1a8-o6wffrGvk4n2P2cjgSJ5X1Rh_Ksh7qgTw4h3E1yAAp1CS6wZq3KuxQqGqa3nsO6U-XmhRKp2AOu3Bzkv-Nzb827HIlXtx93b0U8hVfzu9f42qEkAmfJM/s1000/post-rundisney-5k-photo-lines-snacks.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="1000" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ3zW_0jpZFAgSimtYKQeX55hKdZiERquL9yjXWXxGukWEnUXtnrNbbCrGAdtRbyOCrcaZ1a8-o6wffrGvk4n2P2cjgSJ5X1Rh_Ksh7qgTw4h3E1yAAp1CS6wZq3KuxQqGqa3nsO6U-XmhRKp2AOu3Bzkv-Nzb827HIlXtx93b0U8hVfzu9f42qEkAmfJM/w640-h424/post-rundisney-5k-photo-lines-snacks.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>We sat on some bleachers to refuel and hydrate and then checked out what character photos we could do. We ended up just taking photos with a Figment statue and runDisney step & repeat because all the character lines were crazy long and we didn't want to stand in huge crowds of people for an hour. We saw lines for Lumiere, Mirabelle, Alice and Mad Hatter.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJh2mVj8M8qT5yXvsopa9zWSDtNqqws8V3AaE_q4PPkUozvNp0AAuRR1vOD8wqCH7DdALnUjLuwo47SySMQS3APcNUXVmN_4J5A4CO6s5qVFd0EBj6ubijQ10EcRBfHa2HYBNROE6iN5KsXLlAdzucFd5IsAqZ8kLkbJzulHUIqis-C5alfLjKUtqPaOzl/s1000/rundisney-figment-statue-photopass.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJh2mVj8M8qT5yXvsopa9zWSDtNqqws8V3AaE_q4PPkUozvNp0AAuRR1vOD8wqCH7DdALnUjLuwo47SySMQS3APcNUXVmN_4J5A4CO6s5qVFd0EBj6ubijQ10EcRBfHa2HYBNROE6iN5KsXLlAdzucFd5IsAqZ8kLkbJzulHUIqis-C5alfLjKUtqPaOzl/w640-h426/rundisney-figment-statue-photopass.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht9lV99kHKE30rG09887KzVFHtZl9BJvZQWtqsEPHae0rkPoKdj55z_DoraOW4on8_IrrDWagReWp8cqKM_bB5nvxVx55s7ebDnUC-QOBA8neMmZPCFh6mqTIItFd88c2e-9_pXI4GzHImYnqS0PVuDCZ3GpDhXKyTUIN-onoVl-dkKQc6cVZwR6Ab0Tsd/s1000/rundisney-step-repeat-photo-after-race.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht9lV99kHKE30rG09887KzVFHtZl9BJvZQWtqsEPHae0rkPoKdj55z_DoraOW4on8_IrrDWagReWp8cqKM_bB5nvxVx55s7ebDnUC-QOBA8neMmZPCFh6mqTIItFd88c2e-9_pXI4GzHImYnqS0PVuDCZ3GpDhXKyTUIN-onoVl-dkKQc6cVZwR6Ab0Tsd/w640-h426/rundisney-step-repeat-photo-after-race.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>After our short break and photo taking we got in line for our bus back to the hotel. We were switching to the Polynesian for the rest of our stay so we packed up the rest of our luggage and brought it down to Bell Services for them to transfer it over. Once that was done we headed over to Magic Kingdom for a day in the park! I was planning on staying pretty late, since the park was open until midnight, but we ended up leaving around 7:30 because it was way too crowded.</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Will I do it again?</h3><p>Probably not. It was a lot of fun and I'm glad I did it, but I don't need to do it again. If there was a really fun 5K theme in the future I may be tempted. The combination of having to go to bed early, wake up early and the parks being super super busy made for a wild weekend. We also felt a weird vibe in EPCOT, like it was a lot more full of drunk people and people who don't usually go to Disney. At one point Christian said "I feel like this is one of the days where tons of fights will break out." There was definitely weirdness in the air. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKxYdpCiZrIY-eDAsVQvJVk0nkHyJo5QDaK39JNDTsxtZMHSSS1opuDej1vY8eyVHuRPeqk7kiNSn_Z1DmlmcHVlhpZvus2hM98L6xL_jWCqi8WqXsI5XaY4lF1jIGisZeJz48AAjnolgG-txL64pFfYXqYw67ih69vdhA6DNABGL8j8hBXzI99RPvXwQM/s1000/rundisney-wine-dine-spaceship-earth-guardians.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKxYdpCiZrIY-eDAsVQvJVk0nkHyJo5QDaK39JNDTsxtZMHSSS1opuDej1vY8eyVHuRPeqk7kiNSn_Z1DmlmcHVlhpZvus2hM98L6xL_jWCqi8WqXsI5XaY4lF1jIGisZeJz48AAjnolgG-txL64pFfYXqYw67ih69vdhA6DNABGL8j8hBXzI99RPvXwQM/s16000/rundisney-wine-dine-spaceship-earth-guardians.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Do you have any questions about the runDisney 5K I didn't cover here?<br /></h3><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrw_RwzCr8rCcqGYXvvDhohq7ZxTIQHLT8R55XuAJm8ZswfkBUSGKQX-1-kFyus_5B1PLWXZrXV7TdzJOsXE0vCz_nR1SZnFwxpZnyfe08Aqk5XjOT-aDWpGJQFl60Jgb6pCUyyrMShMqRSZqjX83BEheQg0UBdQmgeEO0rOIe37Vgj4a4ajWBHuQ5j6kZ/s807/rundisney-wine-dine-2023-5k-course.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="807" data-original-width="623" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrw_RwzCr8rCcqGYXvvDhohq7ZxTIQHLT8R55XuAJm8ZswfkBUSGKQX-1-kFyus_5B1PLWXZrXV7TdzJOsXE0vCz_nR1SZnFwxpZnyfe08Aqk5XjOT-aDWpGJQFl60Jgb6pCUyyrMShMqRSZqjX83BEheQg0UBdQmgeEO0rOIe37Vgj4a4ajWBHuQ5j6kZ/w494-h640/rundisney-wine-dine-2023-5k-course.PNG" width="494" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br />Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-15528101316419141292023-10-30T07:30:00.035-04:002023-10-30T07:30:00.145-04:00{recap} Wardrobe Update - October 2023<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiafptZRYrcAxZTJGsP8dsF2SLG9CgGLEWVLPjQYBRZCOZpOnPDNej1KtwUqsCe6rcoiddGrHuZCLXixhVuVnZja7v1emfzCyemkF7ukKwe9bGKP36tkEuuS-Upcd-zAB_oaFMN8w-GN83mLecVVR6aHZTavawDMsXEikKXf2x3PH_FvCW17JzhVFN7FizD/s1000/10-october-wardrobe-update.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiafptZRYrcAxZTJGsP8dsF2SLG9CgGLEWVLPjQYBRZCOZpOnPDNej1KtwUqsCe6rcoiddGrHuZCLXixhVuVnZja7v1emfzCyemkF7ukKwe9bGKP36tkEuuS-Upcd-zAB_oaFMN8w-GN83mLecVVR6aHZTavawDMsXEikKXf2x3PH_FvCW17JzhVFN7FizD/w640-h426/10-october-wardrobe-update.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I bought a few pieces this month thanks to a gift card from a friend. One was a necessity because my current pair of rain boots is flaking off at the top. I tried to buy a replacement last year but they're doing the same thing so I opted for a full rubber pair from Target that are similar in style to what I had. I also bought a new chunky sweater and some pants. The pants are a little longer on me than the model (short girl problems,) so I'm not sure how much I'll wear them, but they are comfortable and will be good when we're back in warm weather. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b>THE (modified) RULES</b><br />
</p><ol><li>Be mindful of purchases </li><li>Quality over quantity</li><li>Basics are best</li></ol><p>
<b> </b></p><p><b>MY PROGRESS</b><br />
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<b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Clothes:</i></b><br /></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/product/vermont-tone-on-tone-crew-neck-sweatshirt/">VERMONT Sweatshirt in light gray</a> via the <a href="https://www.westonvillagestore.com/" target="_blank">Weston Village Store</a> ($20, retail $50) </li><li><b>Nicole Miller</b> abstract floral print shorts ($4 via Marshalls, retail $30?)</li><li>*NEW!* <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZUl0Mk" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose </b>Crewneck Pullover Sweater in Green Striped</a> via Target ($23 after coupon, used gift card) <br /></li><li>*NEW!* <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZNWhcm" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose</b><b> </b>Relaxed Fit Tapered Jogger Pants</a> in Blue via Target ($21 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol>
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<b><i>Basics:</i></b><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><b>C&C California </b>Grey Shorts ($6 via Marshalls, retail $30?)<br /></li></ol>
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<b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Shoes:</i></b><br />
<br /></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>*NEW! <b></b><a href="https://bit.ly/3rJPhkc" target="_blank"><b>A New Day</b> Vicki Mid Calf Rubber Rain Boots in Matte Black</a> via Target ($21.60 after coupon, used gift card)<br /></li></ol><p> </p>
<p><i><b>Handbags</b></i><b><i>:</i></b></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li> None yet</li></ol><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p>
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<b><i>Accessories:</i></b><br />
<ol style="text-align: left;"><li><b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Apple Watch 8 </a></b><a href="https://bit.ly/3Z7GJPq" target="_blank">Midnight Aluminum Case with Elderberry Sport Band</a> (gift from Christian)</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3rPfspm" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Pearl Lariat Necklace</a> (won a gift card on Instagram)<br /></li></ol><p> <br />
<b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Activewear/Swimwear:</i></b><br />
</p><ol><li>None yet</li></ol><p>
<b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>Gifted from Brands:</i></b></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.aetrex.com/aetrex-flips-l3000w-black-L3000W.html" target="_blank"><b>Aetrex</b> Maui Orthotic Flip Flops</a> in Matte Black</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3pvFsW4" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Crossover Ring</a> in Yellow Gold </li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3NzLWv2" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Toi et Moi Gemstone Mini Vintage Ring</a> in Yellow Gold with Amethyst and Citrine</li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/3KfAuDX" target="_blank"><b>Aurate</b> Birthstone Baguette Studs </a>in London Blue Topaz</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un1" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Backpack"</a> in Jam Red</li><li><a href="https://shrsl.com/46un9" target="_blank"><b>Day Owl</b> "The Cord Pouch"</a> in Nocturnal Black<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Spent in October: $0<br /></p><p>Spent in 2023: $30</p><p>Spent in 2023 - counting ad money: $30</p><p> </p>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-73824809641251382602023-10-26T07:30:00.071-04:002023-10-26T07:30:00.137-04:00{food} What I've Been Baking - Part 24<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUffNKxYxVl-HNxfoBw3bgLAgPlZq4qRSHL2SKNqG_7fhFpqhmI2YJtUMN7TE-9D0-Hh05F6UKMPqnOJ3uugW4xXW_0YagnUt02UjOFtdQAAvuMfvGnttR8kohZgPEed6dVg8mACGv7Qsblu6mHpfxEwl5QZE7C6yB0082XC3YUIUy9nD552NoNfP083w/s1000/baking-roundup-october-2023.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUffNKxYxVl-HNxfoBw3bgLAgPlZq4qRSHL2SKNqG_7fhFpqhmI2YJtUMN7TE-9D0-Hh05F6UKMPqnOJ3uugW4xXW_0YagnUt02UjOFtdQAAvuMfvGnttR8kohZgPEed6dVg8mACGv7Qsblu6mHpfxEwl5QZE7C6yB0082XC3YUIUy9nD552NoNfP083w/s600/baking-roundup-october-2023.jpg" width="600" /></a></div>
Time for more baking! These are almost all "new" recipes, although some are definitely simple enough to be classified as repeats with a twist, ha ha. (See: cookies, zucchini bread, ice cream.) Made a couple ice creams and a few breads, but all different. I think either the ice cream or zucchini bread were my favorites, but everything was delicious!<div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://butternutbakeryblog.com/chocolate-chip-zucchini-bread/" target="_blank">Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread</a></h3><p>We've been getting a lot of zucchini in the garden this year and they are HUGE. I've been using some (of one zucchini) for dinner and the rest to try different baked goods. This time it was Jenna's chocolate chip zucchini bread. This recipe has some spices in it so it felt nice for the approach of Autumn. (I made this in the middle of September)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkbSBpgV_Lt6M_Ctd8gRX6FSyNa3czGXlzpEf0oiNGZWwGQb396rWUXcaS7ChQWOL5tBDH82omCioggfKh1_nACNi6S6hV_56-YtHVxR6MKhARbHA3GAssligaE6IcL9scwmE4Oq3S4alIXknPSTLaCYBmJ4zJT9480DYIfyCHThAOiZ5HQvjC5Wu3kgxw/s808/chocolate-chip-zucchini-bread.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="808" data-original-width="667" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkbSBpgV_Lt6M_Ctd8gRX6FSyNa3czGXlzpEf0oiNGZWwGQb396rWUXcaS7ChQWOL5tBDH82omCioggfKh1_nACNi6S6hV_56-YtHVxR6MKhARbHA3GAssligaE6IcL9scwmE4Oq3S4alIXknPSTLaCYBmJ4zJT9480DYIfyCHThAOiZ5HQvjC5Wu3kgxw/w528-h640/chocolate-chip-zucchini-bread.jpg" width="528" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Recreating <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trattoriasostanzafirenze/" target="_blank">Trattoria Sostanza's</a> Meringue Cake</h3><p>When Christian and I were in Florence on our honeymoon we went to Trattoria Sostanza, which I had been to on my first trip to Italy in 2017. I told Christian his life would be changed after eating their pollo al burro (butter chicken.) We also got their "dolce con fragoline" (meringue with strawberries) to share for dessert. It actually came with raspberries but it was DELICIOUS! We didn't know what to expect with that name, but they said it was like a cake. Out came 3 layers of meringue with layers of vanilla semifredo (gelato/ice cream) speckled with chocolate. I was inspired to try and make my own after they kept sharing photos of other diners eating it on their Instagram stories. I already <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CEUjgc8p9q4/" target="_blank">make my version of their butter chicken</a> at least a few times a year, why not this?!</p><p> </p><p>I started by googling Meringata as that is what some of the Italians were calling it in their captions. I found <a href="https://www.biologicalcuisine.com/2021/03/08/meringata/" target="_blank">this recipe</a> that seemed pretty good, but it just used whipped cream in the layers. Then I found a simple <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/vanilla-semifreddo-with-raspberry-sauce-3364864" target="_blank">semifreddo recipe</a> and pulled out my <a href="https://lvnta.com/lv_raBqJWOiLtPvE0tI7Z" target="_blank">Native Vanilla Madagascar vanilla beans</a> for that perfect vanilla flavor! I also added in a few chocolate chips since I didn't have a chocolate bar on hand. Instead of freezing it in a loaf pan I used a round spring-form pan since I wanted it to be a circular cake. I also made three meringue discs hoping I would be able to slice the semifreddo in half to make two layers (I didn't know how much the recipe would make.) Unfortunately, it was too thin to split so I only used two of my meringue discs. I used the third for something else. </p><p> </p><p>Next time I'll double the semifreddo recipe and buy a chocolate bar to shave into pieces for prettier flecks of chocolate. Perhaps I'll make it for this year's Christmas celebration so we don't have to worry too much about it melting, ha ha! Dye the meringue red or green perhaps??</p><p><br /></p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://anoregoncottage.com/incredible-chocolate-chip-ice-cream/" target="_blank">No Churn Ice Cream </a></h3><p>Not exactly baking, but I still include ice creams since they involve using baking tools, haha! We had leftover heavy cream from the above meringue cake so I wanted to try and recreate my favorite Talenti gelato flavor that they have sadly stopped making - Coconut Almond Chocolate. I found a recipe for a simple chocolate chip ice cream and also added some sweetened coconut flakes and chopped up almonds. Super easy, the hardest part is whipping up the heavy cream.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVM6bVhQePpxSyJlFWNnV1g1PwCVjuzbZ6qXmwp1-dG7a24pb05mTrWQ_FeCOL_bdAqfRHuJliIRDZ0ZDpLQ2Gj3TWm6QBdlqSuYwR-htwvxH1AWoBiaONb1LP3vNL5qoNai0V9vzRNkxu_4ZQ0mCYVCiAmG9_Xb5ubXu4nfloXASUWJmyzkoPZ9e_JynE/s1000/coconut-almond-chocolate-chip-ice-cream.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVM6bVhQePpxSyJlFWNnV1g1PwCVjuzbZ6qXmwp1-dG7a24pb05mTrWQ_FeCOL_bdAqfRHuJliIRDZ0ZDpLQ2Gj3TWm6QBdlqSuYwR-htwvxH1AWoBiaONb1LP3vNL5qoNai0V9vzRNkxu_4ZQ0mCYVCiAmG9_Xb5ubXu4nfloXASUWJmyzkoPZ9e_JynE/w640-h410/coconut-almond-chocolate-chip-ice-cream.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://shrsl.com/49jqh" target="_blank">Conchas</a></h3><p>I'm on the King Arthur Baking email list and this month they're focusing on Mexican Pan Dulce ("sweet bread") recipes. Fany Gerson, a Mexico City-born pastry chef created this recipe for the series. They look so fun and pretty so I had to make them! The recipe for the dough was pretty simple, a starter and then a brioche-type method for completion. They're topped with a simple cookie dough, much like craquelin for cream puffs, which I have been wanting to try making for quite a while (I'm not a cream puff fan so the motivation for that particular version was low, ha ha.) I made the topping a little big but they turned out alright after I peeled off the excess. Next time I may make some more slashes in the topping but these came out pretty good for my first try!
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They were super easy and came out great! Christian especially enjoyed them because they tasted like Oreo cookies thanks to the black cocoa. Totally worth the splurge for <a href="https://bit.ly/3FyhQEl" target="_blank">Halloween colored M&Ms</a>, ha ha. I did have a coupon so they weren't full price, but still expensive.</p><p><br /></p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"> </h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.jennycancook.com/recipes/2-hour-fastest-no-knead-bread/" target="_blank">2 Hour Fastest No Knead Bread</a></h3><p>It's been a while since I've made this no knead bread so I decided it was time to skip making sandwich bread this week and turn to this crusty deliciousness! I always double this recipe because I like it to be nice and tall and we have a larger dutch oven. This recipe is great because all you need is a bowl, a couple bowl scrapers (to help shape the dough) and a dutch oven.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVREZxYfHV5xs6cupbzAQzo2NCmKX6vN4iu5z3zhG7SHa-8eVgp0tUwH74rTxx9lopzZIq40D9tXq_HdMkJ7o6VTLGP1eXJkmcu-N_v0vDb23q4nLh8ktf7hc-4MBu_CG6eICg5ebCjuyS-xq68WMbiW4UfMFB9UF6_jDQoegXOkVp44KLI6HdoBBXYFdP/s1000/no-knead-dutch-oven-bread.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVREZxYfHV5xs6cupbzAQzo2NCmKX6vN4iu5z3zhG7SHa-8eVgp0tUwH74rTxx9lopzZIq40D9tXq_HdMkJ7o6VTLGP1eXJkmcu-N_v0vDb23q4nLh8ktf7hc-4MBu_CG6eICg5ebCjuyS-xq68WMbiW4UfMFB9UF6_jDQoegXOkVp44KLI6HdoBBXYFdP/w640-h410/no-knead-dutch-oven-bread.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p> <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2137662&u=2214490&m=130131&urllink=&afftrack=" target="_blank"><img alt="Shop King Arthur Baking for all your baking needs!" border="0" src="https://static.shareasale.com/image/130131/DTC_Ad_c5_728x90.jpg" /></a></p>
<p></p></div>Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-12416771038029179542023-10-20T07:30:00.047-04:002023-10-20T07:30:00.142-04:00{outfit} A Day Visiting Woodstock, VT<p>On day two of our Vermont trip we headed up to Woodstock, but not before a stop at the <a href="https://shrsl.com/46sp4" target="_blank">King Arthur Baking flagship store</a>! I behaved and only bought a few different types of flour (<a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2129490&u=2214490&m=130131&urllink=shop%2Ekingarthurbaking%2Ecom%2Fitems%2Fbread%2Dflour&afftrack=" target="_blank">bread</a>, <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2129490&u=2214490&m=130131&urllink=shop%2Ekingarthurbaking%2Ecom%2Fitems%2Funbleached%2Dall%2Dpurpose%2Dflour&afftrack=" target="_blank">all purpose</a> and <a href="https://shrsl.com/49guh" target="_blank">Italian-style</a>) and a new <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2129490&u=2214490&m=130131&urllink=shop%2Ekingarthurbaking%2Ecom%2Fitems%2Fextra%2Dlarge%2Ddough%2Drising%2Dbucket&afftrack=" target="_blank">cambro dough rising bucket</a> for when I want to see how much my dough has risen or brining something. I wanted more fun ingredients, but refrained for now. I still had a lot of things back home to use up first.</p><p><br /></p><p>We walked around the Woodstock Green and took some photos and a Reel in front of the Woodstoock Inn, a very popular tourist spot. Then we took a little stroll around the town to Faulkner Park before heading to the Apples & Crafts Fair & Food Truck Festival where I spent too much money on things I didn't need, hah! Bought a super cute sheep ornament made from sheep wool from a local Woodstock farm and a ceramic tree with a black bear climbing up it. So adorable.</p><p><br /></p><p>Blazer: <b>Paul Smith</b> Velvet Book Print Blazer (<a href="http://www.roundaboutcouture.com/default.asp" target="_blank">Roundabout</a>)</p><p>Tee: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Qc5tUG" target="_blank">A New Day</a> via <a href="https://bit.ly/3ARtu8I" target="_blank"><b>Target</b></a> <br /></p><p>Jeans: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Ik3vN3" target="_blank"><b>J Brand</b> Maria High Rise</a> in Purple Velvet (<a href="https://www.therealreal.com/" target="_blank">The RealReal</a>) <br /></p><p>Boots: <a href="https://bit.ly/46pdQlu" target="_blank"><b>Miu Miu </b>Chelsea Boot</a> - <a href="https://bit.ly/3FbN44e" target="_blank">in dark brown suede</a> (<a href="http://www.roundaboutcouture.com/default.asp" target="_blank">Roundabout</a>)</p><p>Bag: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Qc3dga" target="_blank"><b>Emm Kuo </b>'Calle Bahia'</a> (<a href="https://www.tradesy.com/closet/roundaboutcouture/" target="_blank">Roundabout</a>) </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Unfortunately, the weather had other ideas so we ended up sleeping in the car and not being able to have a fire or make s'mores. At least we still were able to enjoy the changing leaves in between breaks in the rain on Saturday (and no rain on Sunday!) </p><p><br /></p><p>Saturday we spent the morning/early afternoon in Manchester where we had lunch at <a href="https://thaibasilbluevt.com/" target="_blank">Thai Basil</a>. We intended to go to the North Meadow Farms Fall Festival but it was pushed back by a day because of the rain so we headed back to our campground in Jamaica after a pit-stop at the Newfane Heritage Festival. We had hoped for another break in the rain to grill up some hamburgers and hot dogs but ended up having to go out again for dinner. We chose the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Workhorsecafe444/" target="_blank">Workhorse Cafe </a>and got some of their Saturday night barbecue special. It was okay, but we wished we chose another location for what we spent.</p><p><br /></p><p>I had just gotten new rain boots in the mail the day we left for the trip, which was ideal! My <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/search/label/Dav" target="_blank">dav rain boots</a> I have had for years have been showing their age by peeling up at the top so it was time for a replacement. I searched multiple higher end stores for the style I wanted but nothing really matched my needs. Then I saw Target had a Circle offer for 30% off shoes and decided to look and found these A New Day rain boots. They also had a coupon for sweaters so I took the opportunity to grab this fun striped sweater. The colors matched all the leaves and green grass perfectly, ha ha.<br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Sweater: <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZUl0Mk" target="_blank"><b>Knox Rose</b> Green Striped Pullover via Target</a></p><p>Jeans: <a href="https://bit.ly/48RI3ex" target="_blank"><b>rag & bone</b> 'Nina' high rise ankle skinny jean</a> in burgundy</p><p>Rain Boots: <a href="https://bit.ly/3rJPhkc" target="_blank"><b>A New Day</b> via Target</a></p><p>Bag: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Qc3dga" target="_blank"><b>Emm Kuo </b>'Calle Bahia'</a> (<a href="https://www.tradesy.com/closet/roundaboutcouture/" target="_blank">Roundabout</a>)</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghQy9PGesb9tREYYRY-INRr1UECSVYJUYvvlHH38vcqZOWC4FXKPv31wB2Vd01Hzt8dUMkOmejbgOWineRUFxbCtsBgF7VBYRc5NHSJbtJ2lNR7hwLegtN3yezoUY3SNUDwKq1nqmh2vrdgN_QlKwwsp7DFm-u6qgKN-0s1lPUjZgLg_WRU5Omii8cF95p/s1000/knox-rose-green-stripe-sweater-rag-bone-nina-high-rise-skinny-jean-burgundy-a-new-day-target-rainboots-emm-kuo-bag-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIP5rVbL8x61vQvu_eNQAvI0dNrCW-GL-QN5nhqVoULHe3j8v12-fUEeeAKwFAPrsfjxGcAbMLK5byGlWJGyziCkVXtjMvAVLkDl1g5VJckQeANSdPtS2ReVyUjm2jS7RuL8l0MM8WAfO3J0Txa2nKOVSN1IxLvAA6r8SufsaiIHGRuQ8pjF_PCARHN3H-/s1000/disneys-animal-kingdom-disney100-statue.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIP5rVbL8x61vQvu_eNQAvI0dNrCW-GL-QN5nhqVoULHe3j8v12-fUEeeAKwFAPrsfjxGcAbMLK5byGlWJGyziCkVXtjMvAVLkDl1g5VJckQeANSdPtS2ReVyUjm2jS7RuL8l0MM8WAfO3J0Txa2nKOVSN1IxLvAA6r8SufsaiIHGRuQ8pjF_PCARHN3H-/w640-h410/disneys-animal-kingdom-disney100-statue.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Super delayed post, incoming! Ha ha. After our <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2022/10/travel-guide-everything-we-ate-at.html" target="_blank">last trip in September 2022</a> (when our annual passes expired) we said we were going to "take a year off" Disney. Fast forward to March when Christian had to go to Orlando for work and they offered to fly me down too so we could do a day at Disney before he had to work (they know I'm obsessed.) We flew with Avelo airlines and discovered how easy it was to fly from New Haven vs Hartford so Christian "joked" that we should just take random trips to Disney on the weekend with the $50 and under flights. </p><p><br /></p><p>Next my friend convinced me to do the Wine & Dine 5K this November so we planned on doing that as a quick weekend trip with minimal park days. THEN when annual passes went back on sale in April Christian and I said screw it, bought them and planned a Labor Day weekend trip the same day. So technically we did take a year off official Disney trips, just not all of 2023. Finally, I have a December trip planned so Christian can see Disney decorated for the holidays! That trip is still up in the air as I may have a conflict for the days we booked (I have a backup hotel booked for a couple weekends later, but we'll see.)</p><p><br /></p><p><b>TLDR;</b> Christian and I weren't going to go to Disney this year, but then we threw that out the window and planned 3 trips from September - December, haha! Technically we did take a year off, our last official trip was September 2022. </p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p> </p><p>Back to the actual trip! We decided to brave the crowds for Labor Day so Christian could have a built in extra day for the trip. The original plan was to leave Friday evening after work but Avelo changed the flight on us and we left Friday morning. Our flights were only $178 round trip TOTAL for both of us, can't beat that! I used my new <a href="https://shrsl.com/46un1" target="_blank">Day Owl backpack</a> as my personal item so we didn't have any additional baggage to pay for. (I also wore workout clothes on the plane, very NOT me, but we planned on doing a run for our 5K training while at Disney so I needed to wear my sneakers on the plane to save room, ha ha)</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqy0USp9__NwBQOhNxEijpJdrnW1gb14Og2uwJFg9V076fXU6n_t9jiIJo_F6cjeGgE2TqMVjV8zUHmN8awfRQkaPSgp65JIcANVpTQYoJ6Qf0AYxJMLUZMfX36NGN5W3cBlaZPtogKjlju-XohBdYuuNFmeWsodqh5YAYaK9_bU17ofCHshjCoC5c-ri/s1000/day-owl-backpack-avelo-personal-item.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqy0USp9__NwBQOhNxEijpJdrnW1gb14Og2uwJFg9V076fXU6n_t9jiIJo_F6cjeGgE2TqMVjV8zUHmN8awfRQkaPSgp65JIcANVpTQYoJ6Qf0AYxJMLUZMfX36NGN5W3cBlaZPtogKjlju-XohBdYuuNFmeWsodqh5YAYaK9_bU17ofCHshjCoC5c-ri/w640-h410/day-owl-backpack-avelo-personal-item.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p> </p><p>We went on the trip with my friend <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@calebgtravels" target="_blank">Caleb</a> and splurged on renting Disney Vacation Club points to stay at the Boardwalk Villas, Christian's favorite hotel! We love that you can walk to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. For more on the hotel see my <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/03/travel-disney-hotels-boardwalk-villas.html" target="_blank">Boardwalk post here</a>; they're currently undergoing renovations so the rooms will look different soon. We paid $1100 for 4 nights, a steal for this hotel, plus we split it with Caleb.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTPFjSAeE46a2zj9Sdv8nOW-7gQSRDmvhZecAoUTABQPC-73jH6zC3Fw9TNUC4sZUWCYkuByaKAPg8Nh6s9peL5TbPVcyWaV0n7KV0Ubep3OvmYKYEIe2VBDpWUiY4XrwIL0o7JdrvK61OEUZwmOE6zvZlEv22pXl6jKdAzV921B12a-sZMKonXyjoVew/s1000/boardwalk-room-view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTPFjSAeE46a2zj9Sdv8nOW-7gQSRDmvhZecAoUTABQPC-73jH6zC3Fw9TNUC4sZUWCYkuByaKAPg8Nh6s9peL5TbPVcyWaV0n7KV0Ubep3OvmYKYEIe2VBDpWUiY4XrwIL0o7JdrvK61OEUZwmOE6zvZlEv22pXl6jKdAzV921B12a-sZMKonXyjoVew/s16000/boardwalk-room-view.jpg" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibeLBgZdkpZJg_GI86Whqk-zM55fcaNibxpCS_17aU3q_0U8Nl62rMu2EzfS2WZ-0zn2GDqcxeE9WqKTfRiPR4Ou0RiUGDZ50jVOEy2W-G232YicBTCA_YjEPOmz-J9tnlJzPfcuw6tnDq3EhKaI_Dz7bBwMxN6ZdYiYViR59WsPY3SNKNNV74FPL73hKY/s1000/disney-boardwalk-resort-hollywood-studios-walkway.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibeLBgZdkpZJg_GI86Whqk-zM55fcaNibxpCS_17aU3q_0U8Nl62rMu2EzfS2WZ-0zn2GDqcxeE9WqKTfRiPR4Ou0RiUGDZ50jVOEy2W-G232YicBTCA_YjEPOmz-J9tnlJzPfcuw6tnDq3EhKaI_Dz7bBwMxN6ZdYiYViR59WsPY3SNKNNV74FPL73hKY/w640-h410/disney-boardwalk-resort-hollywood-studios-walkway.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Our first day we checked into the hotel and headed straight for EPCOT for some Food & Wine Festival treats. I was also able to book us a reservation at the newest restaurant - Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya in Japan. We started our afternoon with a few festival booth bites, rode our favorite ride, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, some more bites & rides and then got caught in a downpour while we had to walk to our reservation across the park. Needless to say <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxntdhoMvfb/" target="_blank">we got soaking wet</a>, but the food and ambience of the restaurant was worth it! After dinner we headed back too the hotel intending to dry off and go back to EPCOT. Then we decided to just hang in the room and once the rain stopped headed out on to the Boardwalk and enjoyed a brownie a la mode! <br /></p><p><br /></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw2u82Wu4R_/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-radius: 3px; border: 0px none; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5) 0px 0px 1px 0px, rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15) 0px 1px 10px 0px; margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px; width: calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding: 16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw2u82Wu4R_/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 0; padding: 0px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; width: 100%;" target="_blank"> <div style="align-items: center; display: flex; flex-direction: row;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div></div></div><div style="padding: 19% 0px;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0px auto 12px; width: 50px;"><svg height="50px" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 60 60" width="50px" xmlns:xlink="https://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xmlns="https://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g fill-rule="evenodd" fill="none" stroke-width="1" stroke="none"><g fill="#000000" transform="translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)"><g>
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We weren't trying to be first in line but we ended up at the front of the pack in the security line and at one of the tap-in points at the front of the park. We walked politely to the ride and we were probably in the first 30 or so people in line (some people broke the rules and ran, haha.) After that we speed walked to Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, another one that gets a crazy line later in the day. After that we stopped for breakfast at Woody's Lunch Box before going back to Galaxy's Edge to ride Millenium Falcon: Smuggler's Run. We finished all that before 10am!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLRrGEbkoTBSWXCU9Iqmj2tez4QPsNZBBFIsr7tC6_Unl90YfX2CxLExeEtijUeUmKUM01mwG6pDMsDuBBnIu0mfqXOMolzgKxGKzsl7AJ_Ijo8IalKZ7pYh4j_8eF8q3gONZumh7CWU9FDJzZq5HF1amIv7tG7ylVwt08tEG1nidSeA2hfs8muWus4862/s1000/hollywood-studios-skyliner-sunrise.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLRrGEbkoTBSWXCU9Iqmj2tez4QPsNZBBFIsr7tC6_Unl90YfX2CxLExeEtijUeUmKUM01mwG6pDMsDuBBnIu0mfqXOMolzgKxGKzsl7AJ_Ijo8IalKZ7pYh4j_8eF8q3gONZumh7CWU9FDJzZq5HF1amIv7tG7ylVwt08tEG1nidSeA2hfs8muWus4862/s16000/hollywood-studios-skyliner-sunrise.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeg3Hp1TmDhnYyNak09zRFqUhVkiYwPyrKvVDhut4_Gdi6RMnD8usO-imsDaNEyqpAZ4zTM3cuGMGPDN6al6HG48yH_XUgJK43_WOez3dygdbK0OO_2VuOw1eS8FgM5jFM30CbC2nMPj2_kkS-raNE9WckLsPiv553iWAcR4etdYrdA3qPOF7dYlAhByCw/s6048/hollywood-studios-rope-drop.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeg3Hp1TmDhnYyNak09zRFqUhVkiYwPyrKvVDhut4_Gdi6RMnD8usO-imsDaNEyqpAZ4zTM3cuGMGPDN6al6HG48yH_XUgJK43_WOez3dygdbK0OO_2VuOw1eS8FgM5jFM30CbC2nMPj2_kkS-raNE9WckLsPiv553iWAcR4etdYrdA3qPOF7dYlAhByCw/w640-h426/hollywood-studios-rope-drop.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4U9u6aYtfhpRYJFUSj2xikTywGVgVZvSiTIscBfh_YCuWJK5ACWODBIl_vqBg_Pyn8IT8hGbzTOEqzEOZy2E_xXcNJz9tv6Yr_OKW8LP_-d7X9ybVUEChGFVcLPquUfLVnY_7q-KqEHPXwDpIZkgJHr1BIuKiuBb8gC2YwaTMG9_iy-FoDqVqwG3DB3l8/s6048/galaxys-edge-mickey-minnie-runaway-railway.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4U9u6aYtfhpRYJFUSj2xikTywGVgVZvSiTIscBfh_YCuWJK5ACWODBIl_vqBg_Pyn8IT8hGbzTOEqzEOZy2E_xXcNJz9tv6Yr_OKW8LP_-d7X9ybVUEChGFVcLPquUfLVnY_7q-KqEHPXwDpIZkgJHr1BIuKiuBb8gC2YwaTMG9_iy-FoDqVqwG3DB3l8/w640-h426/galaxys-edge-mickey-minnie-runaway-railway.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Next we decided to watch the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular before taking a bus to one of the resorts and then taking a boat to Disney Springs for lunch at Polite Pig. After lunch and some walking around stores we headed to Port Orleans: French Quarter to get the special Halloween-themed Ghoulish Delight Beignets. Then it was back to Hollywood Studios to meet up with Caleb who had arrived that morning. We rode more rides, had dinner at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater and got a super delicious strawberry hibiscus soda from Baseline Taphouse. After that we headed over to watch Fantasmic, this was my first time seeing it. FINALLY! It was really fun!</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigl-bG4pccz_HbppSI24H9wr7Ozz-4J8KSt4nL-68x82Z7Y1znxn5M1FR8x8gtgkFcNkDgJcaNkflgTosmK-k6Sx8GtcjLXveRgJRaiZPMfa6k93Le5trO9FQuwdmqZqBJpCKIREUC3JBnyE29m7cpB9uqHz91fLKaLqijC4PmgShNqANyDggxIgShCPD3/s6048/baseline-taphouse-strawberry-hibiscus-soda-sci-fi-dine-in-milkshake.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigl-bG4pccz_HbppSI24H9wr7Ozz-4J8KSt4nL-68x82Z7Y1znxn5M1FR8x8gtgkFcNkDgJcaNkflgTosmK-k6Sx8GtcjLXveRgJRaiZPMfa6k93Le5trO9FQuwdmqZqBJpCKIREUC3JBnyE29m7cpB9uqHz91fLKaLqijC4PmgShNqANyDggxIgShCPD3/w640-h426/baseline-taphouse-strawberry-hibiscus-soda-sci-fi-dine-in-milkshake.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjutpil_UYN99FwaB12xygK73mHx-hrprmDPxE0keXWsiLevPJjBMujRYBL3zdq50MKfLD_S0xlPL-hKpDSu1_AHMZLWPOSYgo_h57pbmoSpBhCtThS5xFtupHSoHj7YyUSamEZq0U5_v9-3S24fljYyYVYFYnZTemkXoqXBobdiH1BpQZgYS-ZeCSAnS_e/s6048/polite-pig-disney-springs-scat-cats-club-ghoulish-beignets.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjutpil_UYN99FwaB12xygK73mHx-hrprmDPxE0keXWsiLevPJjBMujRYBL3zdq50MKfLD_S0xlPL-hKpDSu1_AHMZLWPOSYgo_h57pbmoSpBhCtThS5xFtupHSoHj7YyUSamEZq0U5_v9-3S24fljYyYVYFYnZTemkXoqXBobdiH1BpQZgYS-ZeCSAnS_e/w640-h426/polite-pig-disney-springs-scat-cats-club-ghoulish-beignets.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RwWLKkeQnb2UqLI9b3WMNMpFLlikSA7FbWycwYZ2UtO0PPa2KcC5RZyzzXAn2epKu2w18Nov549N062M-LAQ_UIux0HskBPT6dGLWyq7uhRteujoADJBSSVUdzu8Q1xJE-zugZ9tMpLzZh0GMXZVV7CxlV5LIXBA-M1f8Ein_DRtzC6Qp-HFvwXtx1iK/s1000/fantasmic-poster.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RwWLKkeQnb2UqLI9b3WMNMpFLlikSA7FbWycwYZ2UtO0PPa2KcC5RZyzzXAn2epKu2w18Nov549N062M-LAQ_UIux0HskBPT6dGLWyq7uhRteujoADJBSSVUdzu8Q1xJE-zugZ9tMpLzZh0GMXZVV7CxlV5LIXBA-M1f8Ein_DRtzC6Qp-HFvwXtx1iK/w640-h410/fantasmic-poster.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Time for day three! We started off at Animal Kingdom. First stop: Flight of Passage, the Avatar-themed ride, always a favorite! After that we grabbed one of our favorite breakfasts - a tiger tail (me) and guava and cream cheese danish at <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/animal-kingdom/tamu-tamu-refreshments/" target="_blank">Tamu Tamu</a>. Next we had VIP seating for The Lion King show followed by one of the best rides I've ever had on Kilimanjaro Safaris. So many animals were out to play! After the safari we walked over to ride Expedition Everest before heading to the Grand Floridian hotel for a quick lunch.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcD3xMYffnI39fuk-GJwSbmWLpDNO7OEcLCGuRHlKuhiyQUj2bhp88EmT_E8ndWk7PflqVc5h0-HJR_ZxM6ghypwMnz-NcQcHqn2mvC7p9vLCmOCEH4XZM5gaBlYYVksaR7o99xjPkDcy6__mmKCi7hja05DDC-0D50ynx13YtS5oQRXY_BPH7_QbiV8UU/s1000/tamu-tamu-breakfast-animal-kingdom.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcD3xMYffnI39fuk-GJwSbmWLpDNO7OEcLCGuRHlKuhiyQUj2bhp88EmT_E8ndWk7PflqVc5h0-HJR_ZxM6ghypwMnz-NcQcHqn2mvC7p9vLCmOCEH4XZM5gaBlYYVksaR7o99xjPkDcy6__mmKCi7hja05DDC-0D50ynx13YtS5oQRXY_BPH7_QbiV8UU/w640-h410/tamu-tamu-breakfast-animal-kingdom.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<br /><p></p><p> </p><p>After lunch it was off to Magic Kingdom where we took in all the adorable Halloween decor, rode a ton of rids and got one of our favorite treats - the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CdqqTEjDhWv/" target="_blank">I Lava You Float</a>! It's Fanta Strawberry Soda and Passion Fruit flavor served with DOLE Whip Orange and topped with Popping Candy. We get it at least once a trip, sometimes twice. Whoops! We grabbed a quick rest and dinner at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe (chicken strips for the win!) before it was time to FINALLY ride TRON: Light/Cycle Run! The ride opened in Shanghai Disney in 2016 and this ride is a replica of that. It's very quick but oh so exhilarating! We were lucky enough to ride in the evening so we could really see the fun lighting effects. </p><p> <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSvffOk5bmsz1zlGEgRGOHiUfMJEQb7zJnNjeb-Q1CmgttH_uaKnQYrC-JZjX0YfnH0ayYeuMa4JD4AVnRWzxhNJGYWtchyaj56bNwE5BX0E5y-GfBKqfYovisFD_3ApX1OXs9llF-Hgl-DpZPoBCBUVL-_YssETpQox7NX0VqacFo3qih81Hhxc_0MkUR/s6048/magic-kingdom-halloween-lava-you-float.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="6048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSvffOk5bmsz1zlGEgRGOHiUfMJEQb7zJnNjeb-Q1CmgttH_uaKnQYrC-JZjX0YfnH0ayYeuMa4JD4AVnRWzxhNJGYWtchyaj56bNwE5BX0E5y-GfBKqfYovisFD_3ApX1OXs9llF-Hgl-DpZPoBCBUVL-_YssETpQox7NX0VqacFo3qih81Hhxc_0MkUR/w640-h426/magic-kingdom-halloween-lava-you-float.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnQlM57qDjcRlvGBp-l6el9nQ4lwMHGwGDAFXU0xp-3E5w5orx9fDdYTiSTuP0Iww6U2egZRw4fG_GVAIOBdx-sB5_uywHMv4OrOtV_D-O43bbeu1CvPXavw6uA5j5e9DJ_ghsEYPz4RsnXAi5CMXVywhBEwgjkPg0cCpFDrCslnmIwJSWgQvol82i4gw/s1000/purple-wall-magic-kingdom.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnQlM57qDjcRlvGBp-l6el9nQ4lwMHGwGDAFXU0xp-3E5w5orx9fDdYTiSTuP0Iww6U2egZRw4fG_GVAIOBdx-sB5_uywHMv4OrOtV_D-O43bbeu1CvPXavw6uA5j5e9DJ_ghsEYPz4RsnXAi5CMXVywhBEwgjkPg0cCpFDrCslnmIwJSWgQvol82i4gw/w640-h410/purple-wall-magic-kingdom.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjir02gYoqC7DkOJxNLCr9gMYSaX65eAxHqW0p42FhJE9UqImFuqtdRc6j_xkFnI28AetwxsRk_qhg325BYfcpHdz9afGv8qXNfgGx4rVEuIfaTbxSE2ndKIOYhPzL3cExz3LkA9xUIVxzt5jICBTeJGdp5xv8CHzD6660kDczwU3d2tytP-oRcXDwMP3-S/s1000/magic-kingdom-tron-lightcycle.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjir02gYoqC7DkOJxNLCr9gMYSaX65eAxHqW0p42FhJE9UqImFuqtdRc6j_xkFnI28AetwxsRk_qhg325BYfcpHdz9afGv8qXNfgGx4rVEuIfaTbxSE2ndKIOYhPzL3cExz3LkA9xUIVxzt5jICBTeJGdp5xv8CHzD6660kDczwU3d2tytP-oRcXDwMP3-S/w640-h426/magic-kingdom-tron-lightcycle.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div>
<p></p><p> </p><p>Once we recomposed ourselves after Tron it was time to head over to the VIP section (we really lucked out getting on the list!) to watch the Happily Ever After Fireworks! It was nice not having to fight our way for a good spot to watch, but sadly some people in the section did stand up right in front of us partially blocking the bottom of the castle, but who cares, we still had an amazing view! I also had a minor freak out because Susan Egan, the voice of Megara in Hercules - one of my favorite characters - was also in the section... AHHHH!! I didn't want to be "that person" so I just snuck some looks from afar and didn't approach her, no matter how much I wanted to!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8a2G2ydbaOS150vAHGmOba6beOodXJqoDJhjMIJWytmrQN56ybnMaH2fFDX96342U-q3WZHG9yubht75y6miK79vSYhgI2G7vhVNjy5GRUmHtid9TJTu-Gk6KsvjbMDfjNy-uVgEQ5IZx9uYECZ_JXMueNbQvZ2EsL68uBpjE0UFnXkzHxTcFfGO7o4dG/s1000/magic-kingdom-fireworks-vip-area.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8a2G2ydbaOS150vAHGmOba6beOodXJqoDJhjMIJWytmrQN56ybnMaH2fFDX96342U-q3WZHG9yubht75y6miK79vSYhgI2G7vhVNjy5GRUmHtid9TJTu-Gk6KsvjbMDfjNy-uVgEQ5IZx9uYECZ_JXMueNbQvZ2EsL68uBpjE0UFnXkzHxTcFfGO7o4dG/w640-h410/magic-kingdom-fireworks-vip-area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_J0QOzkAa2w_eRJw9iiLdXbEkkCj5YugbyWXm98rT9wnNN8ncpWgjTmhUMIetsbjg-XmtaRnUQ0pmosgGiJkuQox_fwX5Q-rmGw15mlLgZ_GWx7ZvOy20e9vg523kXOOkPwc7g4MwnapDUEjV1iH79XA2GlgKJjPhlK76kkmhPvVY-f-0iPTC84aWXlDS/s1000/happily-ever-after-fireworks.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_J0QOzkAa2w_eRJw9iiLdXbEkkCj5YugbyWXm98rT9wnNN8ncpWgjTmhUMIetsbjg-XmtaRnUQ0pmosgGiJkuQox_fwX5Q-rmGw15mlLgZ_GWx7ZvOy20e9vg523kXOOkPwc7g4MwnapDUEjV1iH79XA2GlgKJjPhlK76kkmhPvVY-f-0iPTC84aWXlDS/s16000/happily-ever-after-fireworks.JPG" /></a></div><p> </p><p>Our last full day was one I was most excited for. We started the morning at EPCOT with breakfast at Garden Grill with Mickey, Pluto, Chip & Dale! After that we checked in for something I have been anticipating doing for years now - <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/behind-the-seeds/" target="_blank">Behind the Seeds</a>! This is a tour that takes you behind the scenes of the Living with the Land ride and into the greenhouses where some of the food Disney actually serves in the parks is grown! Christian and I had booked this tour for our May 2020 trip with his Mom that was cancelled due to the pandemic. Unfortunately, when we redid that trip with his Mom last year the tour wasn't back up and running yet. It's a one-hour tour of the fish farm and 4 greenhouses where a cast member will teach you about different ways to grow plants and lots of other fun tidbits!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULW-6x8Wk8EKxMlvZSajsYAoL9-ViFaK6KhcPTvMde9K37O4Q9CNxhcdqJL5W1jgC-tl04Q3J38P57xE4CoNpNUbjBYXTnD9nXvbprY_zosQHEEfD4sRqYXdtaztT4AYhdj4VbbWPLbVLMzDCDKTxsKWDlDYG4lIOx_Shc2CSVt468H0-pwsYlhQvzoFR/s853/garden-grill-breakfast-platter.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULW-6x8Wk8EKxMlvZSajsYAoL9-ViFaK6KhcPTvMde9K37O4Q9CNxhcdqJL5W1jgC-tl04Q3J38P57xE4CoNpNUbjBYXTnD9nXvbprY_zosQHEEfD4sRqYXdtaztT4AYhdj4VbbWPLbVLMzDCDKTxsKWDlDYG4lIOx_Shc2CSVt468H0-pwsYlhQvzoFR/s16000/garden-grill-breakfast-platter.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8GxTLrxSxnxKgQjAiF4fAV0PsXjiO9iJljQmwBJLYzSr5hAFGN15WI749z28cbt9OxZOy83DvgfM8yANx6OUhTNgdYFlx9haU4iCymleus3otXLqsHI5eNw37_AltDSojhWLHixa269jR7FjrbfLKKkIpZzBQW44GtHH7GC2CAKYKsVF49VT4w8dX5mxK/s1000/garden-grill-character-breakfast.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8GxTLrxSxnxKgQjAiF4fAV0PsXjiO9iJljQmwBJLYzSr5hAFGN15WI749z28cbt9OxZOy83DvgfM8yANx6OUhTNgdYFlx9haU4iCymleus3otXLqsHI5eNw37_AltDSojhWLHixa269jR7FjrbfLKKkIpZzBQW44GtHH7GC2CAKYKsVF49VT4w8dX5mxK/w640-h410/garden-grill-character-breakfast.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVVVzOdL847VuTGAup7MiEtgtvJj4bgIc429-MEgHYjT1rN4cphzSad9m17ah_sVmduXlUdCQSNDeu-lILVv_cRqbDZRryZL0-ynt6cLRnkAWZo8UL6PULqlK69bF35sB5E_bwi6pkBS-UUx1MmP8bl-0K9tc7xGKJO4P92mWGDeBhj_cN_aVEEICgDzIv/s1000/behind-the-seeds-mickey-black-pepper-plant.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVVVzOdL847VuTGAup7MiEtgtvJj4bgIc429-MEgHYjT1rN4cphzSad9m17ah_sVmduXlUdCQSNDeu-lILVv_cRqbDZRryZL0-ynt6cLRnkAWZo8UL6PULqlK69bF35sB5E_bwi6pkBS-UUx1MmP8bl-0K9tc7xGKJO4P92mWGDeBhj_cN_aVEEICgDzIv/s16000/behind-the-seeds-mickey-black-pepper-plant.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhand4cI6o38X_43tgcKcXDZfG5MGFfHdKxbu7iErzo3XBTFFFHjs3so53_hi6c_6aAXhOafcWhtfvO496XEg3xg0535Alo7P3tIgwExkWComlOWLBJcxSQIxzaB_ZZuvf9m_mCG9itBBkSnnXWwazOzz9uSKoxW3w922ypF56eLrBmCWjjA0He2zHCYcgz/s1000/behiind-the-seeds-tour.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhand4cI6o38X_43tgcKcXDZfG5MGFfHdKxbu7iErzo3XBTFFFHjs3so53_hi6c_6aAXhOafcWhtfvO496XEg3xg0535Alo7P3tIgwExkWComlOWLBJcxSQIxzaB_ZZuvf9m_mCG9itBBkSnnXWwazOzz9uSKoxW3w922ypF56eLrBmCWjjA0He2zHCYcgz/w640-h410/behiind-the-seeds-tour.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>Once the tour was over we rode Guardian's of the Galaxy again (what can we say, we're addicted.) and ate some more treats from the Food & Wine Festival. Christian and I took a mid-day break back at the hotel before heading back to EPCOT for more Food & Wine before our Extended Evening Hours began! Because we were staying at a deluxe resort we had access to two extra hours in the park and another chance to ride Guardian's of the Galaxy! Yay for riding two times in one day!</p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFVsQ1gwEQzgA_Ssw3rh1lw4xTXEwMBdPQhKZnDvJ2V5G6hwGdKzOdSdq-oJ0rCErznPFjcmAVusQe9coWhf3tUbaUYlGTM1t94fqNBBsTCGNy_OL1u4FfrBGyRRTGENrZj1dJSVoyIBa-BItewIYOJOsTp7AnpgbfHX-7AKoiPAfEpVAH2N-q3LXn3dUR/s1000/guardians-of-the-galaxy-cosmic-rewind.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFVsQ1gwEQzgA_Ssw3rh1lw4xTXEwMBdPQhKZnDvJ2V5G6hwGdKzOdSdq-oJ0rCErznPFjcmAVusQe9coWhf3tUbaUYlGTM1t94fqNBBsTCGNy_OL1u4FfrBGyRRTGENrZj1dJSVoyIBa-BItewIYOJOsTp7AnpgbfHX-7AKoiPAfEpVAH2N-q3LXn3dUR/w640-h426/guardians-of-the-galaxy-cosmic-rewind.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_oSgv8Hy7iO2Y4dSOJH9bwBWrgS5c63BD_4V7pLJeyFSv-Z0jx7lmn614TaOIf1kL4YPFdRl-AXSUjhdUaC1b9XlwLRV4Lh7V2d6mYOFgcfeHlxUgespjtFZ7Lx30EhFHQqj3nqdvMBFtmUgFIKxJe-NW1UzgIV8ILj7vWfQQzA9jsWIgZnxz0wWRPTz-/s1000/boardwalk-resort-painting.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_oSgv8Hy7iO2Y4dSOJH9bwBWrgS5c63BD_4V7pLJeyFSv-Z0jx7lmn614TaOIf1kL4YPFdRl-AXSUjhdUaC1b9XlwLRV4Lh7V2d6mYOFgcfeHlxUgespjtFZ7Lx30EhFHQqj3nqdvMBFtmUgFIKxJe-NW1UzgIV8ILj7vWfQQzA9jsWIgZnxz0wWRPTz-/w640-h410/boardwalk-resort-painting.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj3lngwcONLifzbbxu8vkSlcxrzwJ4bq7fLP7upOPwOOVaiP0vpt_f5nARxo9W62p3ElfFcbcXZ37za6-WMt_QBQjFs-v0zE4RSWIWWSO5YxvkVJlUPb3X1vgtoHtYvD5hYBXKEyY8rYXB1pyecDCFJMB5UIQAk-TAVbkE_QjVXhLUWcmUHXwRd2I7oEss/s1000/guardians-of-the-galaxy-cosmic-rewind-with-epcot-ball.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj3lngwcONLifzbbxu8vkSlcxrzwJ4bq7fLP7upOPwOOVaiP0vpt_f5nARxo9W62p3ElfFcbcXZ37za6-WMt_QBQjFs-v0zE4RSWIWWSO5YxvkVJlUPb3X1vgtoHtYvD5hYBXKEyY8rYXB1pyecDCFJMB5UIQAk-TAVbkE_QjVXhLUWcmUHXwRd2I7oEss/w640-h480/guardians-of-the-galaxy-cosmic-rewind-with-epcot-ball.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<p><br /></p><p>Time for the sad part - our last morning. I booked us semi-last minute reservations for breakfast at Topolino's Terrace at Riviera Resort so we could have a relaxing morning before our flight. We took the Skyliner from the Boardwalk Resort over to Riviera and then had our tasty breakfast with Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisy! At 9:30am it was time to head to the airport and fly home. Always depressing leaving Disney to go back o the real world. It really is a bubble once you get on property, all your worries just melt away!</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ILX6jogpsJ6Nwdr8iNM62Yklyv8OVbBWk13fQRavnydEpnGo1QijiZ6I74KZd0JobNaCA5V5UAKpRxU8LIUN1wUEF3eM94T4BNgnok-bI7QHZGxcHWat4cY0_sdeR-zWk00ZZ3AhHZiSjVVSoHnbh-2VT25hxNKP8KuseF_wdXqPpaTC5CWDeIMOfjQ8/s1000/topolinos-terrace-breakfast.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ILX6jogpsJ6Nwdr8iNM62Yklyv8OVbBWk13fQRavnydEpnGo1QijiZ6I74KZd0JobNaCA5V5UAKpRxU8LIUN1wUEF3eM94T4BNgnok-bI7QHZGxcHWat4cY0_sdeR-zWk00ZZ3AhHZiSjVVSoHnbh-2VT25hxNKP8KuseF_wdXqPpaTC5CWDeIMOfjQ8/w640-h410/topolinos-terrace-breakfast.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwEepXk1Z3_8Ue5hzTGe4nZrwvAw0RtBUF8fjJnl17tMlQ96MxDH17xsfl-hlu_ToIyJmOBf_xKEQ3YUJ_yhyphenhyphenHXz4sPuwlitrHginhqNixCQejPLPeZOPgB7m3nff4Z8sYHAOZYChuNEulfoCemGVUbKY6jQogTgujXwbphK8vFhwun8sytRn6gKdifBVG/s1000/donald-topolinos-terrace-breakfast.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwEepXk1Z3_8Ue5hzTGe4nZrwvAw0RtBUF8fjJnl17tMlQ96MxDH17xsfl-hlu_ToIyJmOBf_xKEQ3YUJ_yhyphenhyphenHXz4sPuwlitrHginhqNixCQejPLPeZOPgB7m3nff4Z8sYHAOZYChuNEulfoCemGVUbKY6jQogTgujXwbphK8vFhwun8sytRn6gKdifBVG/s16000/donald-topolinos-terrace-breakfast.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimgsQrs7HIYz3iWDVmKLM023HfyeJVHRMBWdFvCevKCzXPXLkUry8ia4ZlIifQliUS27V8QAL-b4fxfCLn8mecqOw1Sy6z9EHASCa3QzqKWKC87ETn_eUg3S38ojBVaVNoHq-H5v3hiyqbhUoQ62cMqADuJ21yHJeimSaHdRSM0eLkAXTjcIJnTK0yJe3N/s1000/topolinos-terrace-breakfast2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimgsQrs7HIYz3iWDVmKLM023HfyeJVHRMBWdFvCevKCzXPXLkUry8ia4ZlIifQliUS27V8QAL-b4fxfCLn8mecqOw1Sy6z9EHASCa3QzqKWKC87ETn_eUg3S38ojBVaVNoHq-H5v3hiyqbhUoQ62cMqADuJ21yHJeimSaHdRSM0eLkAXTjcIJnTK0yJe3N/w640-h410/topolinos-terrace-breakfast2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Luckily our next trip isn't far away! <br /></p><br /><br /><br /><br />Closet Fashionistahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5152525051814780429.post-10101800899819398812023-10-03T07:30:00.025-04:002023-10-03T07:30:00.137-04:00{outfit} Morning Walks (and Runs) in the Park <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiINAK2fjCISiDaFnkB-iOsiAhCK7Hh5C1M9Fp1w3ZGRA7Oodb52dVG3CXHCSZOERC-McmitG7eqrxhPYVnRAnwoK3ZhkSPjOERE8Oi9tbhGTvyjU6y1E6RvlVF_RWFq8HlqzoZN835Q4wEeuqHc-0RgW9zHnIKw8f-0__yLCrY6duiQ91sj6kk7JEV8j52/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiINAK2fjCISiDaFnkB-iOsiAhCK7Hh5C1M9Fp1w3ZGRA7Oodb52dVG3CXHCSZOERC-McmitG7eqrxhPYVnRAnwoK3ZhkSPjOERE8Oi9tbhGTvyjU6y1E6RvlVF_RWFq8HlqzoZN835Q4wEeuqHc-0RgW9zHnIKw8f-0__yLCrY6duiQ91sj6kk7JEV8j52/w640-h410/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: left;">I've recently bought some PowerStep <a href="https://powerstep.com/products/powerstep-dynamic-ankle-support-sock" target="_blank">ankle compression sleeves for walks</a> with Christian in the morning. I also have some of their insoles that I use on my less-supportive sneakers. We are in the middle of "training" for the <a href="https://www.rundisney.com/events/disneyworld/wine-and-dine-half-marathon-weekend/" target="_blank">runDisney Wine & Dine 5K</a> so my legs are getting a little more exercise than they've been used to these past few years. The <a href="https://www.cubii.com/cubiimove" target="_blank">Cubii seated elliptical</a> I have been <a href="https://www.closet-fashionista.com/2023/03/health-how-this-under-desk-elliptical.html" target="_blank">using since March</a> was step one in my newfound fitness routine. Step two is getting outdoors on a more regular basis to walk, almost every morning.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqlV-aO_ixj-03TCRq25WHsT9Uzr1YXK-6AtRqNNayNf5I2RcicE15Kjr0zmGhUuLjsUk2AJusUUKgaQ0P-E9tGE_zYA60pFhy2az_7TrdtU-HdzlwoQoHctT-L6qCI1qc5h8NaoYUvReC-Rx_l_KCJ1NhWEOAJYLpFSRiMZoJMgrOQkucSsW7AuxNI0QX/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqlV-aO_ixj-03TCRq25WHsT9Uzr1YXK-6AtRqNNayNf5I2RcicE15Kjr0zmGhUuLjsUk2AJusUUKgaQ0P-E9tGE_zYA60pFhy2az_7TrdtU-HdzlwoQoHctT-L6qCI1qc5h8NaoYUvReC-Rx_l_KCJ1NhWEOAJYLpFSRiMZoJMgrOQkucSsW7AuxNI0QX/s16000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-005.jpg" /></a></div> <br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;">I use the word training lightly because it's not too extensive. We walk every day but on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays we are following <a href="https://www.jeffgalloway.com/" target="_blank">Jeff Galloway</a>'s 5K program which slowly ramps us up to do a 5K with a run/walk method.We started the official schedule at the end of August and will continue until our run in November. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">I have never been a runner so this has definitely been a learning experience for me. I said to myself that I wasn't going to buy any special running gear but I ended up buying a pair of running shoes and a few different pairs of <a href="https://www.balega.com/shop-all/silver-no-show-tab-watermelon-medium.html" target="_blank">running socks</a> to test out (PowerStep also carries taller compression socks!) At least once the 5K is over I can continue to use the shoes as walking shoes. But who knows, maybe I'll learn to enjoy running. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">(ignore if I have bad form, running for a camera is weird, haha!)<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkvIBDKYnKmMCq1fR2dUInvwKKvGd1rE5gGMuZzkom-dde0fmMysHrSRdm4J5P9Ro1VBjQvun9rDQwPtRfS87vNvs_p7x0cDh3JjORyH6xeTJkwdas9lNVtqKNZ5j4dyVqME38byr9KOtsJUumnk7ZzkL3zH0-fJ1tg9MaxNPDQaq6dMc6qwiFJfI8MvoX/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkvIBDKYnKmMCq1fR2dUInvwKKvGd1rE5gGMuZzkom-dde0fmMysHrSRdm4J5P9Ro1VBjQvun9rDQwPtRfS87vNvs_p7x0cDh3JjORyH6xeTJkwdas9lNVtqKNZ5j4dyVqME38byr9KOtsJUumnk7ZzkL3zH0-fJ1tg9MaxNPDQaq6dMc6qwiFJfI8MvoX/s16000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-002.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCORPpjB4_kB6SGfgiqBU21Y1y47gUVsn6n-atnyMb18BGbk6a7lL-bO0vY4DK5nRhcMPzeGHi9Spcs3gLoFCUAsYGVGYD-ENwTMUMeo7X1rDxPSzRYQETe8P9m_yvPfDxZwyDBiu82HWR47d_tpolbZOSBQ2JjoH-b1UMb8gFLfJBrkgDUJw_fgf9XhFF/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCORPpjB4_kB6SGfgiqBU21Y1y47gUVsn6n-atnyMb18BGbk6a7lL-bO0vY4DK5nRhcMPzeGHi9Spcs3gLoFCUAsYGVGYD-ENwTMUMeo7X1rDxPSzRYQETe8P9m_yvPfDxZwyDBiu82HWR47d_tpolbZOSBQ2JjoH-b1UMb8gFLfJBrkgDUJw_fgf9XhFF/w640-h410/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtqNEpfPN1jt3gwgFy7EgHcnZncuAe3Q__Podc3ymyV8dpDZltPdV7VT3atlfBRlXdJUtxhM_WBZ0sstjmf9TBqW5TUG-I_HoGt1hlWbpvwpBOL1bduG1uMODyUEBiUS0lr4DxNAJy-6feiGXPdltoYwZWc-oyIyCyYb9eajdd0vHimRC4DUVFkhj3Tjws/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtqNEpfPN1jt3gwgFy7EgHcnZncuAe3Q__Podc3ymyV8dpDZltPdV7VT3atlfBRlXdJUtxhM_WBZ0sstjmf9TBqW5TUG-I_HoGt1hlWbpvwpBOL1bduG1uMODyUEBiUS0lr4DxNAJy-6feiGXPdltoYwZWc-oyIyCyYb9eajdd0vHimRC4DUVFkhj3Tjws/s16000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-004.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWnGqhrlsXaB5FU3o48vOOy4Br6IW_vbzxy151Dd4NOxzRIg8Vy3VDtfhiFpTPwaMv1PrUXVdU9mG-bbqbkBhx9v4aLSApU6xFgIneSahhHiO-zmUy9HzXFRTsIoC68kXvzdLMbYzi0RX48rUxylNWW3oASQt-ZCD4Vj1Tl4si8GGEZEumzPGwO8fCQeWK/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1000" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWnGqhrlsXaB5FU3o48vOOy4Br6IW_vbzxy151Dd4NOxzRIg8Vy3VDtfhiFpTPwaMv1PrUXVdU9mG-bbqbkBhx9v4aLSApU6xFgIneSahhHiO-zmUy9HzXFRTsIoC68kXvzdLMbYzi0RX48rUxylNWW3oASQt-ZCD4Vj1Tl4si8GGEZEumzPGwO8fCQeWK/w640-h410/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAb-02XgnVRPIRJnQnAjYHZHKOEz3pMffMdoHKb1sQEJCjoi89cAGqLcPpKR4m-moutk3cd3PV7u6HlFkMdZYoHtesB_ycVB6Jg2bthdT9RFiE2AVXHu1_BRn6PzXkz-WTU7vW8DLxqO_QkNNva9My6rrHWHWlF2lBl4s2ESYluam4dx9MOntI08a3SOhY/s1000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAb-02XgnVRPIRJnQnAjYHZHKOEz3pMffMdoHKb1sQEJCjoi89cAGqLcPpKR4m-moutk3cd3PV7u6HlFkMdZYoHtesB_ycVB6Jg2bthdT9RFiE2AVXHu1_BRn6PzXkz-WTU7vW8DLxqO_QkNNva9My6rrHWHWlF2lBl4s2ESYluam4dx9MOntI08a3SOhY/s16000/early-morning-run-powerstep-ankle-compression-sleeves-007.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><i><b>*This post was made in partnership with Responsival. 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