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Renee didn't like her first choice, "the blue one." I don't remember what it was, but one sip was enough for her to know she didn't like it. Coincidentally, one sip of my espresso martini was enough for her to know she did like that. Very much, actually. "The blue one" was promptly abandoned and Renee received her own espresso martini minutes later.

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photo posted by matt in Thursday, September 28, 2023

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Renee and I had a bourbon tasting tonight. We (mostly) enjoyed a great selection of bourbons, including one that is, to date, a favorite of both of ours — Blanton's. I didn't care for the Wild Turkey Rare Breed, but I pretty much loved everything else. Town Branch was a standout.

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photo posted by matt in Monday, September 25, 2023

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We woke up this morning to an unexpected port call. At first I thought we were just slowly traversing the Turks Island Passage, cutting southward through the islands. I then realized we were sitting still, and then realized we're were docked. The concierge told us there was a medical emergency on board, and the captain later made an announcement that a crew member needed "additional medical attention that can only be received at a hospital." I watched as an ambulance slowly made its way to the dock and presumably carried the crew member away. I sure hope they're ok.

I also watched a Learjet land at Grand Turk International airport, which was cool. Flew in from Tampa, making slightly better time than us. ;-)

Maybe 20-30 minutes later we were underway again. I guess now Renee and I can officially say we've been to Turks and Caicos.

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photo posted by matt in Monday, September 25, 2023

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We ended up having three dessert courses because of the anniversary cake. This course included another cake (presented in the smaller egg pictured here), some chocolates, and apricot rolls. They surprised me a bit, and I think I liked them the best.

We couldn't finish this round. So much food!

The maǐtre ď brought Renee a rose (fibbing a bit, saying it was from me), and we left after enjoying one of the best meals we've ever had.

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photo posted by matt in Sunday, September 24, 2023

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Our waiter knew we were celebrating our anniversary, and asked if we wanted to celebrate in the restaurant (assuring us it would not involve a group of waiters clapping and singing at our table!). At the end of our meal, he brought our "surprise" - a celebration cake in a mirrored egg. The presentation was a bit odd when compared to the amazing presentation of everything else, but the cake was fantastic. We enjoyed it a bit later, as our second dessert.

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photo posted by matt in Sunday, September 24, 2023

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Renee and I enjoyed a wonderful, multi-course dinner at Remy onboard the Disney Fantasy tonight. Our waiter suggested that Renee order the French tasting and that I order the American, and that we then share each course. He essentially gave us permission to do what we were wondering but might have been afraid to ask, which was a really welcoming way to start the meal.

Turns out, pretty much everything from both menus was fantastic. I think we both like the toothfish the best, followed by the Wagyu beef and then, for me, the beet dish. Truly an incredible meal and amazing service.

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photo posted by matt in Sunday, September 24, 2023

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Little touches of that Disney magic are everywhere! Ha!

Our room at the DVC resort at Grand Floridian is really nice, but the message on the tv when we first arrived made me laugh. Not sure how they got it wrong. I guess the real Magic is I know if I said something, they would try to fix it.

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photo posted by matt in Friday, September 22, 2023

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Renee and I are starting our anniversary vacation with a one night stay at Grand Floridian tonight. We're heading over to Port Canaveral for our cruise tomorrow. Lunch today, celebrating 26 ears.

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photo posted by matt in Friday, September 22, 2023

DeSantis’s Allies Discover Disney Evaded Florida’s Move to Rein It In (nytimes.com)

"Nobody seemed to have paid attention, however, to an important detail: Disney had been simultaneously maneuvering to restrict the governor’s effort. In early February — at a public meeting held by the previous, Disney-controlled oversight board — the company pushed through a development agreement that would limit the new board’s power for decades to come."

Mess with the Mouse, you'll get the horns.

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posted by matt in Saturday, April 1, 2023

Florida Republicans vote to dissolve Disney's special district, eliminating privileges and setting up a legal battle (cnbc.com)

"Florida law dictates that special districts created by the legislature can only be dissolved with a majority vote of the district’s landowners. For Reedy Creek, that’s the Walt Disney Company."

This is political theatre at its worst. DeSantis isn't just dancing for the camera, he's doing so knowing that the bill is legally dead on arrival in the courts. We haven't heard from Disney yet, so I suppose it's possible they will accept the loss of the district in exchange for something. I seriously doubt that, though, and I doubt Orlando taxpayers are happy about absorbing a billion dollars of debt.

Part of me hopes DeSantis presses forward with his clown show, just so we can watch Disney kick his ass. The lawyers are already on it, I'm sure. Moron.

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posted by matt in Friday, April 22, 2022