Code Orange did not deter us from the big Walt. The morning started with a parade of officers and a blinding shower of red, white, and blue, some flag-waving, then it was off to Fantasyland for a ride on It's A Small World, Toad's Wild Ride (Wind in the Willows), Snow White's Scary Ride, and King Arthur's Carousel. The day before, Dylan had his shot at Nemo's carousel at the California Park. He didn't want to leave the place. So it was back in line for another dizzying ride on the fish and seahorses. Dino and I opted for the Maliboomer, a free-fall type ride that slowly takes you up then drops you what feels like 75 feet down. Stomach stays up while the rest of you physically gets pushed down. There are plastic face shields that look to be puke catchers, just in case you opt to ride right after that hot-dog.
With a long day ahead, it was a nice respite to step into the airconditioned Baby Changing Station, where nursing mothers could nurse, potting training tots could continue with the training (mini sized toilets and all!), and where Dylan went for a diaper change on a clean changing table for a change (yes, public toilets never seem to have the disposable sheet liners for the changing tables - why? when there's a dispenser for them). He liked the big chair and I enjoyed the cool air - a break from the increasing heat outside. But the older lady in charge was ready to usher us out when we were done. I asked her jokingly if Dylan could take a nap there, but she didn't think it too funny when she replied with a resounding "NO!" Not too friendly service. And yes, I do think they should consider a "Nap" ward and a nice little lounge for parents to take a break and sip some tea or something. For the price of the ticket, one would think that that service SHOULD be included!
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