People who open their strollers the second they climb off the bus
I knew when I became a father nearly 12 years ago that I wanted to take my children to Disney World.
But I also knew that I would wait until they were out of diapers and they could walk through the park on their own steam. I had no interest in changing diapers in an amusement park bathroom or pushing around a stroller in Florida’s summer heat and humidity.
But other people feel different. That’s fine by me. I won’t criticize your decision to bring your newborn baby to Disney World as long as you move away from the bus door to open your stroller.
Fifty other people are waiting to exit the same door, and can’t move a step as you wrestle with your stroller and diaper bag.
Lol. We went to Disneyworld in August 2008. There were no crowds at all and we were able to get on rides with little or no wait. Didn’t even use our fast passes. Of course, tropical storm Fay camped over the park for the entire time we were there. Inches of rain each day. And Disney is a crafty business–refunds are based on closing the park so they kept the park open. Closed all the rides, but the park and gift shops remained open the whole time. Still it was one of the most magical times in our family’s memory book. And we got over our colds before school started.
Congratulations on your new job. I plan on taking my litlte one to Disney World when he is old enough to appreciate it. As a first time mom I tend to jump the gun a bit (he has been to see A Lion King already he was 11 months old at the time) but I think exposure is important.Anyhow, I am here by way of Literal Dan and I will be sure to stop by again soon.
PS–thanks Janet and Kay for sharing this post with me. Brings back the memories!
When I was six, my Dad decided to pack us up in his new pea green chevy imlpaa and drive to Disney. It was hot and cramped but my parents were happy that they were able to provide the All American family vacation to my sister and I. Thirty-something years later, I can’t wrap my head around the whole Disney thing. Lucky for me, my sons (10 & 11) haven’t really pushed the issue, either. Hopefully they’ll continue to believe that beach vacations is all that I can afford! I love beaches and hate Disney. So instead I live vicariously and begrudginly through my Disney friends. Glad you had a good time, Keith, at least 50% of the time. Congrats on the documentary. You’re like the only celebrity I know cool. Looking forward to reading about the new gig.Yas