ANOTHER KIND OF REVEAL ....

HI, EVERYONE,


How are all of you doing? Today Chicago is a beautiful sun-drenched day. Yes, I finally made it home. I arrived on Monday afternoon and the cool temps (only 50) certainly chilled me to the bone. But today it is in the 70's and just lovely.

Before heading out to run a bazillion errands, I'd like to share with you some pics of a new REVEAL. No, you WON'T have to buy another book, so don't cringe. LOL. I was thrilled to be able to visit the NEW FANTASYLAND in Disney World.

Of course, with Disney I had expected something pretty awesome. Disney has been looking very dated lately and with the FABULOUS Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal, Disney certainly needed to create something wonderful.

You let me know what you think after you see the pics. But before I reveal them, I did have a fun birthday at Epcot before it had poured rain later in the day. This time of year they feature the garden and flower show, which is always STUNNING. But what really thrilled me there was the butterfly pavilion. Thousands of these miracles of grace and beauty fluttered all around me. I did manage to capture one sun bathing for a brief second.

Isn't she beautiful?!

There were so many fluttering around, I would have liked to have taken pics all day, but one must move on to the next experience. Right?

Now are you ready for the reveal? Okay, calm down. First I'd like to introduce you to an old favorite. The many turrets of Cinderella's castle still glisten in the sunlight. With so much rain all week, the grass and flowers burst with color. 

As I wove between the thousands of visitors, the clouds did start to role in and by the time I traveled my long distance to Fantasyland, the skies grayed. I journeyed all the way to  Rupunzel's tower. She seemed to be out and about today, sadly. So no visible locks of gold draped down the tower for me to climb and enjoy a refreshing afternoon latte with her. Bummer.

Tired, I strolled through the village, looking for a cafe' ...

Such a charming village, but where's the coffee? And perhaps a sweet ...

Pinocchio? I had no idea, he lived in the same village as Rupunzel.  I guess he does, because over yonder is her tower.

Geez, no cafe' in sight. I guess I need to trudge along this cobblestone street to the next village. Oh, look... It's Belle's village about a thousand stones' throw away....

Phew! I finally made it. And there's Gaston's. Did he have a pub? Well, he does know. That works for me! I could certainly use something cold and frothy. Xnay on the latte.

What a great place to spend a few happy moments with friends. But it's time to go and continue on ...

WHOA! The sun is setting over the village. How long have I been at Gaston's?! I need to get back to Cindy's place before I miss the electrical parade.

Now that's what I call a STUNNING VIEW! I'll Just about make it back In Time ....

I certainly hope you liked the tour of the new Fantasyland. As you can see from my cheezy grin below, I sure did!

Two days later, I was on the road again, but this time motoring home to Chicago. BUT, I did have a little detour. I exited off in Indianapolis to visit the WONDERFUL, MARVELOUS, TALENTED, SWEETEST, CHEERIEST, AND TREASURED BLOGGER BUDDY, LEIGH MOORE!!!!! Yes, you may cheer and squeal with delight ... I know, I did. LOL.

Well, we had an awesome visit at a local trendy, Indy restaurant. It was truly magical.  The sun shone brightly, although it was only 60 degrees. But, we didn't care  ...

Sorry about the distortion, it was a quick impromptu and the sun was in my eyes. LOL. As Leigh had said ... I almost cut myself out of the pic. LOL.

HAVE AN AWESOME DAY EVERYONE!!!