LoraX Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 I was going to do a full report, but so many people have done that. Hope you enjoy this regardless. First off, I so appreciate Kings Island opening up Media Day to enthusiasts. I can say this was an amazing experience. Despite how cold it was, it was truly a great event. She's a beauty! Love the sign. . I also appreciate being able to participate in the Scream For A Kid Again fundraiser. I am very thankful that my friends Amber and KK can reap the benefits of a wonderful organization. Photo was taken at the event. According to the information it was from EasleyBlessed.com I know there are others from this site who participated in this event and I wish we could have all met that night! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 There is one thing that just becomes more obvious, people do not understand enthusiasts. People do not understand how we can go to Kings Island so frequently. They don't understand why it could continue to be fun year after year and visit after visit. It's a happy place. It's a place to make friends. It's a place that bridges all sorts of gaps from age to financial status and more. I never would have thought some of the people I have as friends would be 20 years or more younger than me. People I've known a short time have quickly become friends and some more like family. It builds stronger relationships with parents and children (and their children's friends.) I can hang out with my daughter and know what she's doing and we have fun. Here's a few pics of some wonderful friends. This is my friend Tonya, her husband Paul and the miracle baby Liam. Last time I had seen Tonya was October 2011. She was slow moving and not feeling well. Long story short - she was 37 weeks pregnant. Surprise! T had been told since she was 16, she'd never have a baby. Due to excessive circumstances and serious health related issues she never should have never been able to have a baby. Liam is a miracle. Opening day was the first time I was able to see Liam in person. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoeter Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 Thank you for sharing! I saw and chatted with a lot of KIC people at the event. I'm always up to placing more faces to names! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Meeting people through this site has made something we have always loved even better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 darn I'm hot bahahaha It was an absolute blast hanging out with y'all that weekend. Dunno which was better, Media Day or..DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Yes, I honestly think that if it were not for KIC and meeting people on here and making new friends, I may not have a season pass this year. I tend to go through phases, and this is about the longest I have ever stuck with a particular pastime. As usual, my mouth is hanging open. *sigh* jcgoble3, wondering if there even exists anywhere on this planet a picture of himself with his mouth closed 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 I will try to get a pic of you with your pie hole shut. Devan, it's always fun hanging out with you. You have no idea how much my daughter adores you. You treat her just like her own brother does and that is a great thing. She's going to miss you once you move. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 jcgoble3, wondering if there even exists anywhere on this planet a picture of himself with his mouth closed Here's one: http://belle.zzxc.net/fun/goblemedia.jpg (though it looks like Michael and I have a serious case of sun in our eyes) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Nope, my mouth isn't closed there. I can see my teeth. I'm talking about a picture of me with my upper lip and lower lip touching. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I'm talking about a picture of me with my upper lip and lower lip touching. Ok, then, here's one: http://belle.zzxc.net/fun/anderson-goble.jpg 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beastie1980 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 darn I'm hot bahahaha It was an absolute blast hanging out with y'all that weekend. Dunno which was better, Media Day or..DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN DYLAN Devan you are such a big brother!! You are so "mean" to me!! And just so you know it's spelled wrong, it's Dillon. But both days were fun, I wouldn't trade any of the times we gotten to spend together, you are like a big brother to me too, I'll miss you when you're gone. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stashua123 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Sounds like a great time for the KIC people that where their. Its a blast meeting new people. I loved meeting all of you on KIC Day and hope to do another event soon. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I'm talking about a picture of me with my upper lip and lower lip touching. Ok, then, here's one: http://belle.zzxc.net/fun/anderson-goble.jpg Allow me to clarify further: I'm talking about a candid photo. Not a posed shot where I'm clearly unhappy to be in the picture. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 What? No photos of me waltzing into the park at 8:00a with zero line for check in and only a minimal wait for Banshee? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantisMan Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Wish I wasn't such an introvert when it comes to meeting new people Based off the pictures I recognized many of you on Media Day but failed at introducing myself. Heck, pretty sure I waited in line with LoraX at one point in the morning. Trust me....I'm not a douchbag (IMO) for not speaking just terribly backwards in those type of situations. So please, if any of you see me at the park come up and introduce yourself. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Hmmm I must not have recognized you or I would have said something. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantisMan Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Well, here is a pic for reference. The wife, daughter and me at her college graduation..... Sorry, didn't mean to hijack the thread. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Not hijacking at all. We will know who you are now. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoChickens Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 We've met you. Always nice to see you there. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Hmmmmm Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I'm talking about a picture of me with my upper lip and lower lip touching. Ok, then, here's one: http://belle.zzxc.net/fun/anderson-goble.jpg Allow me to clarify further: I'm talking about a candid photo. Not a posed shot where I'm clearly unhappy to be in the picture. How could you be upset next to YoungStud?! It sounds like you had an amazing time Laura! I look forward to more PTRs by you! Thanks for posting! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Thank you BB1. Just a brief report. With the park opening late, I was hoping for light crowds which is exactly what we got! It was another awesome trip. It's been such a great way to shake off the off season by having a lot of rides in pretty quickly to kick off the 2014 season. This is technically my 5th time in the park since opening day. Media Day, Scream For A Kid Again (same day, completely separate event several hours apart), opening day, Easter and today. Every new season should start this way! We (the chickens, UnrealNightmare and I) arrived at the park we headed to Banshee. This ride is wonderful and beautiful from every angle. I wondered who all would be at Kings Island today. First person was Manis Man and his wife in line for Banshee. They walked with us to Diamondback. On the way we stopped and took a pic of the orange noodle. I had it set in my head it would be between Royal Fountain and the Eiffel Tower, but it's not. It faces Planet Snoopy. We go to Diamondback and they have installed the seatbelts. My Glamor Shot model Zach demonstrating how long the seatbelts are. Just to help a bit, when getting buckled in properly, the belt needs to go like this: (Thank you random kid who thought I was weird for taking the pic but said ok.) The belts do night tighten up. They are stretchy and retract. Aside from taking more time to get secured in the seat, I did not notice any change in airtime or thrill of the ride. The belts are at least 3 feet long if pulled out completely. Malem and JCGoble were in the park and we met up with them at the exit of The Bat. Dee and I are determined to get them warmed up to hugs. However, these are hilariously awkward: We were able to get a free sample of the funnel cake with maple and bacon. Dee and I loved it, some felt it was too sweet. The longest line in the park was at Starbucks. We waited and watched people. So happy they made the trip down to hang out with us! Thank you for bringing me a jacket! I think I have lost track of the rides I have rode this season already. Tonight I was very happy to get to ride Firehawk. It's one ride I really won't wait too long to ride. Very happy Zach and I got front row on it since I've never rode front row. Also had two rides on FoF. Beast twice, Diamondback twice, Racer once, Adventure Express twice - thanks to Skylar for suggesting a night ride on it. I forgot how great that ride is at night, plus it was great seeing the textured lighting on Banshee. Final ride of the night was Banshee at night. It's pretty sweet seeing the fireworks upside down. We also ran into Duncan and Matt (I forget your name on here) he will hopefully post his experience on Banshee - he's super excited about it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMC01 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Yes, as LoraX said, Banshee was amazing and I'm glad I got 4 rides on it last night/yesterday! I'll post more info in the Your Banshee Experience thread. EDIT: It was also great meeting up with fellow KICers for the 2nd half of my day! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoChickens Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Indeed, another great day in the park. The ride on Banshee with fireworks was great. Always fun to hangout with KIC'ers in the park,#longlivethenoodle.#Jonathan. lol 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. No Chickens Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Great pics Lora! I had such a great time last evening!! I want to be there again today!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 I want to go today. I wish I could. You should see the blister on my foot though. Ouchy! I did not mention from the Media Day portion of my report that we had arrived at our hotel Wednesday night. We went over to the park to make sure our passes worked. While we were there, Devan asked if we all had our ID's. My daughter left hers at home. This made us travel from Mason, home and back to Mason. Thank you Rick for driving us without complaining and to Devan for mentioning it. Dee even patiently waited to dig into my birthday cake until we got back. During the trip to get her ID, Katie read I think 200 pages of a book. I am happy she loves to read, but reading in the hotel would have worked well. Lol. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoChickens Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Your quite welcome, like I said then, things happen. Just glad it happened then instead of 4:30 am the next day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Me too. She would have not enjoyed that ride back home had it been the next morning lol. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Perhaps she can take that as an early lesson to simply carry her ID on her at all times, not just when she thinks she'll need it. When she becomes an adult, she'll need it all the time because you never know when you'll have to show it (credit card purchase, check purchase, traffic stop, etc.). Now would be a good time to start getting into the habit of always carrying ID. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Well you hit the nail on the head. I keep telling her that. She now understands a bit better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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