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I eat a mostly vegetarian plant-based gluten free diet. I'm not super strict on myself and choose to indulge from time to time, trust me. I've discovered some of the more whole options at the park, and I definitely have a favorite. I would like to see more, however, and I feel like the BBQ/Smokehouse would be one of the better areas to put it. I don't have a meal plan, but I have eaten a bowl at Hank's once this season. I found it hard to pay that price for a bowl with no meat, and at double the rate of its out of park counterparts. I did it sheerly for convenience that day, but it was delicious. Panda Express' only viable option is plain rice. I don't think it would be too difficult to do a veggie based dish, even if it was saucy. The sides at Coney are pretty good; I can get corn and a sweet potato and fries if I'm feeling froggy. Island Paradise was open when I was in the park Thursday, and it was on my 2018 bucket list to have a treat from there. I opted for a half mango half strawberry smoothie. I was impressed that it actually contained fruit. It wasn't made with fresh fruit on site, and was very sweet, and VERY refreshing. @Magenta Lizard and I give it our stamp of approval. If I'm eating a meal in the park, which mostly happens on days I'm there open to close, my all time favorite treat is an order of fries from Potato Works. I love to salt them liberally and then dip them in a hot sauce/ketchup blend. I've tried the Rosemary Parmesan, but I actually love them plain the best. I feel like other than corn and sweet potatoes at Coney, it's the closest thing to a whole food in the park. Has anyone tried the GF pizza in the Festhaus? I may be open to splurging one day but would like to know if it's worth it.

*faintly whispers* I've yet to visit CP. I've heard good things. *swiftly exits*

I'm a plus-sized gal myself and I'd be happy to dish if you have specific questions. I'm proud to say I now can fit every restraint in the park at this point in the season, and I'm still trucking along on my weight loss journey. Each ride fits differently, and it's all based on how you carry your weight. Let me know if you have any questions about specific rides. :)

You know, I kinda thought that may be the case. @Magenta Lizard did mention that they were off on Wednesdays.

This was posted after the 5pm show tonight. Also, in case you didn’t know, the only show that is sensory-sensitive is the 11:30.

@magentalizard and I watched the 11:30 show this morning, and they did keep the house lights on. They lowered the music volume, and took out Jett’s laser act. Brigid (blue girl alien) had a new little ditty during the bar act. Nobody came out during the pre-show. @lieutenantphil is bringing his A game per usual. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

As a woman who frequents the park, I've developed a way to have all of my personal items on my person at all times in the park without having to carry a bag. If I need something important, I'll run to my car to retrieve it. It can definitely be done, and makes for a more enjoyable experience for myself as I don't have to worry about anything but getting on and off rides.

Welcome to KIC, @KIBanshee9! The Beast is still my favorite ride in the park. I'd love to do it with no brakes!

I'm not sure how many times I've seen the show now, but I'm really enjoying watching it evolve as the season goes on. Little things here and there are changed around, every character is giving their all every show. I'm enjoying the new purple alien act. I love taking photos with the cast, and finding refuge from the heat in the theatre. Every time that last song starts, I'm sad that it's over. I never imagined I'd be so into it, but I'm so glad that I am. Sometimes, the most unexpected joys in life are the best.

I haven't kept track of my miles since Coasterstock. They're all in the health app on my phone. I don't ever go to the park with the intent to walk a certain amount of miles, but just go in and enjoy myself and let the miles take care of themselves. Yesterday I arrived a little after noon and spent the day with @Magenta Lizard and @Mrs. No Chickens and in ten hours I walked 10.7 miles, and that was with seeing Gravity three times. I find it ends up being around a mile an hour depending on what the agenda is. Saturday of Coasterstock I had my highest mileage, which was right around 17 or so.

The bite of salsa I had was good, but not knock-my-socks-off good. I think it would be better if it were blended a little better instead of having the whole berries in it. PS: I'd love to see photos of @Magenta Lizard in the ice cream eating contest! I'm hoping she is selected.

I especially appreciate the bridge over the Royal Fountain!!

My eyes are so sweaty with respect and I have goosebumps the size of grapefruits. I love this!

I'm so down for that it's not even funny. I pass this building on 741 on way to the park. It SCREAMS Stranger Things. http://360pharmagroup.com/ Perhaps some experiment went wrong and mutated creatures escaped. Perhaps they were testing a medication and it got into the ground water and caused the indigenous creatures of the area to change in size and appearance. Oh, the possibilities. We need to get @McSalsa in on this!!

Shrug. I thought so. Maybe the sun was in my eyes. LOL! If you squint a little? Nothing? WGSG, perhaps going blind.

How about something that ties together the Rivertown coasters? I loved the RL Stine books about The Beast. Maybe they could put in a dark ride that would incorporate either the legend about The Beast itself, Mystic Timbers, and even Diamondback. So many creatures and so much rich storytelling that could take place. I mean, I realize it's not likely, but a girl can dream, right?

Does anyone else think that that looks like @electricsun on the top left? @IndyGuy4KI?

Check these puppies out! https://buff.ly/2J4YY17 So, I’ve noticed tons of cargo pants and shorts worn in the enthusiast community. Lots of people utilize these handy dandy zippered pockets to secure their phones and other personal items while they enjoy the likes of The Beast, Diamondback and all of the other rides we love. See, I’m a skirt girl. And finding a skirt with a pocket let alone a useful zippered pocket is next to impossible. I’m not a fan of the fanny pack - too bulky. You couldn’t pay me to carry a purse. My favorite items for storing personal belongings on my body (while wearing a skirt!) are my RooSport pouch and my wrist wallet. I purchased the larger RooSport, and I love it! It’s waterproof, has a zippered pocket for cards and cash (or a pack of gum if you’re like me), a slot for your phone (complete with a hole to attach earbuds), and a tiny pouch perfect for my lip balm. It slides under my waist band and snaps with a strong magnetic closure. It’s slim and sleek and does a fantastic job. My wrist wallet looks like a sweat band, but it holds my cards or cash as well. How do you organize and secure your stuff at KI?

Sorry, I'm late to the party. Lots of things going on in my world these days. Good things! I only saw Origins one time last year in the beginning of the season. I enjoyed it, just happened to be in the park for a lot of evenings after the shows were done for the day. I saw Gravity Friday night with @Magenta Lizard and adored it. I also caught a Sunday afternoon I love Gravity! I love the humor content. It's such a feel good show. Especially since there are few words and so much it is physical comedy. I love the characters, the set is beautiful and the costumes are inventive. I'll be seeing it as much as I can! Full disclosure: The main astronaut is very, very handsome.

Walking it of Reds today, some feller asked his friend, “Hey, let’s go ride Mysterious Timbers!” They high fives each other and took off for the entrance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Not Woodstock Express. You have to have a child to ride the Great Pumpkin Coaster. Unless you're a Coasterstock ERT.

Wow, I've neglected my list. I can cross a few things off... and add one more. -Ride Woodstock Express -Ride Xtreme Skyflyer with another human (not solo) A big thanks to @Magenta Lizard and @jcgoble3 for flying with me!-Have something at the Smoothie Shack near Diamondback-Buy a unique souvenir(s)-See the Ultimate Dog Show at least once-Marathon water ride day (ride each one at least once in the same day)-Old West Photo with KIC friends-Watch fireworks on International Street sitting beside the fountains while indulging in a delicious treat I had a turtle caramel apple the night I was at the park with @jtro223-See the Ultmate Stunt Show- Complete every Haunt Maze-Don Helbig selfie I opted for a photo instead of a selfie. We will take a better one when the weather is better! -Ride The Beast in the back row What was I thinking? Yeah, that's not happening again.-Work on a TBA creative project -Interpret the National Anthem (in ASL) as it plays at park opening Did this at Coasterstock near the KI Theatre. Ask @Mrs. No Chickens. She saw! -Perform one of the Greatest Showman songs at the end of the night on International Street with another KICer *cough* @chugh43 -Ride Vortex with @VortexBFForever

Have your people talk to my people. I’m sure we can work something out! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

It's nuts on Memorial Day Monday each year. Our church brings the youth group and has been going on that day as long as I can remember. Lots of other churches do too. There will be a lot of Pentecostals there that day, one of them being me.

As a big girl, ride restraints trigger a certain amount of anxiety for me, so I totally understand your concerns. I'd be happy to chat details through private message, if you'd like, as far as how each restraint fits. The only ride I don't fit is Drop Tower, but there are a lot of people who don't. I rode Vortex last year and have lost weight since then, but it was a bit uncomfortable and I haven't ridden it since. There seems to be an issue with Flight of Fear this year where the restraints are varied on each row/seat. Folks that should fit with no problem have ether been stapled and gotten off, or were unable to ride. I was unable to ride on Opening Day, but may have been if I'd been in a more roomy restraint. The most comfy rides for me are Backlot, AE, Beast, Mystic.