Wizards, Monkeys, Ducks and a famous dog!

We went away for a long weekend, sans children with weekend.  BDC and I went to Orlando with my sister and her husband for BDC's birthday and our anniversary.  We rented a house, which I have to say is the way to go!   There were no noisy neighbors in the hotel room beside us.  You didn't hear people passing in the hallways.  Just quietness.  It was wonderful.


We went to Universal Orlando to see about a wizard.  We tried some butterbeer and pumpkin juice.  Both were a little too sweet for my taste buds.  BDC had some pear cider though that was fabulous!  When you walk into the Harry Potter portion of the park it does take your breath away at first.  If you are a Harry Potter fan and have read the books several times, it's like being transported right out of your imagination to a living breathing reality.  

BDC and I enjoyed the park differently than when we have children.  When you go with kids it's all about going from ride to ride.  We had the opportunity to enjoy some of the nuances that get missed in the hustle and bustle of ride hopping.  I enjoyed taking pictures of the the wildlife who make the park their home.

I also talked to some of the animals.  I got real friendly with a monkey!  We were close!

And this dog was a little frisky!!

The best part of the whole thing though was this guy!

I just love his sense of humor.  Though I like the no hair look below over those dreads.  

Happy Tuesday Smackers!