SUNSHINE!!!!
Sunday morning started out kind of slow. I was sore and tired from all the walking around the park on Saturday night. I’m glad I did Disney World a couple years ago when I could still walk the distance. I hurt bad enough when we got back to the hotel I had to break out the heavy drugs.
The forecast called for rain Sunday morning… up to two inches of rain. I left plans up in the air because I was so stiff and sore when I went to bed. The only plan that was certain was an 11:15 meet up with the whole crew for breakfest/brunch. I’ve been eating way more than I should so I knew I was going to try to limit myself at breakfast.
Samantha joined us again for brunch. The rain poured down as we ate. We all were following the forecast to see what the afternoon would bring. The Weather Channel was the first of my three weather apps to show clearing between 2 and 3 PM. It looked like there was a shot to go back to the park to see more shows and hang out with Samantha a bit more. We headed back to Barry and Renee’s place to hang out and see what the weather did.
Sure enough… The weather broke as predicted and we loaded up the vehicles to head back to the park. I’ve learned a few things about outdoor entertainment venues from working at MRP (racetrack). If you get a hard rain right before gates open, your crowd doesn’t come out. The park was empty compared to Saturday.
I had decided to get an EVC (powered cart for those who missed the last blog) because I knew my back couldn’t take another day of walking. Buschgardens is really nice because it sits in the woods. The terrain is hilly and varying so it put extra stress on my back. That’s ok. We had a EVC parade. My dad, uncle, one aunt and myself all had them.
We got to see most of the shows and to see Samantha dance a couple more times. Dad and I ate in Italy behind the theater where Samantha’s show was. I have to say that this was some of the best amusement park food I’ve had. I also got a mug of hot chocolate before the show. Mmmmmmm … was it good.
We closed down the park with Samantha. She clocked out after her show. I really wanted to ride the roller coaster that was open but dared not with my back already throbbing. The seats are formed and I would have had to squash myself in. Better to watch than end up in the emergency room.
All and All it was a great weekend. Many many pictures await me on my camera card when I get home. Dad and I are about ready to head for home. We took our time getting ready since the other end of the trip is familiar territory.
I have to sign off for now… I have a few miles of driving to do.
See ya at the other end!
~Cappy