Valentine's Date

I hope everyone had a Valentine's Day/weekend filled with lots of love!!

I have been with Nick for almost three years, so this was our third Valentine's Day as a couple.  But, we have never actually spent Valentine's Day together!  Our first one, in 2017, I was studying in London.  Our second, in 2018, he was working.  And this year, I was sick.  So last year and this year we celebrated the weekend after, which is fine with me.  Restaurants are a little quieter, and it seems a little more like a regular dinner date, rather than one we feel like we have to go on just because of the holiday.

We went to one of our favorite restaurants and had such a lovely night, but partially because of one thing in particular.

We arrived at the restaurant to the most beautiful bouquet of flowers that Nick had dropped off earlier that day for them to put on the table for me.  Now, let me be the first to say that I am not someone who generally likes flowers on Valentine's Day.  In my opinion, I don't need a holiday to say and be told, "I love you," or be given flowers and chocolates.  However, this was so unexpected, amazing, and thoughtful, so I did not mind it at all and could not stop smiling for at least 20 minutes!!

The beautiful flowers.  Love those pink napkins for V-Day!!

Don't they look so cute in my room?!

The beautiful card he got me, too!

I wore one of my favorite outfits at the moment.  Every part of it (except for the coat and the bag) were gifts for Christmas from either Nick or my brother and sister-in-law.  I'll link everything below with matching pictures!

My top and skirt are both from my brother and sister-in-law and are from one of my favorite stores, Madewell.  If you don't have a Madewell store near you, their items are sold in Nordstrom stores, as well as Nordstrom.com and Madewell.com.

The top is the Puff-Sleeve Mockneck Top in "Antique Cream."  It is currently on sale for only $39.99 (and take off an additional 30%)!!  I'm wearing a size small, and it runs pretty true to size!

[Photo:  Madewell.com]

The skirt is the Fireside Mini Skirt in "Rich Plum."  I am absolutely in love with this skirt!!  It fits so nicely and sits well on my hips!  Like the top, it is also on sale and costs $69.99 (you can take an additional 30% off, too).  I am wearing a size 4, and generally wear either a 4 or 6 depending on where the piece is from.

[Photo:  Madewell.com]

The boots I have on are thigh-high Steve Madden.  The ones I have are not available anymore, but I found some similar ones!  I wanted a pair with a high heel, so that's what Nick got me, but I do love the smaller heel thigh-high boots as well.  Mine have a calf circumference of 13" and they fit perfectly!  A big issue I have had with the over-the-knee boots is that they are too big around the calves and slide down.  Before ordering boots like this, it is always best to measure your calves and check the calf circumference before ordering.  It is also good to see the shaft height, because if you are under 5'4", the boots could potentially end up being too high above the knee!

The first boot I have chosen to replace mine are the Brinkley Over the Knee Stretch Boot by Steve Madden.  They have a calf circumference of 14" and are 40% off for only $77!!


[Photo:  Nordstrom.com]

There are also the Forbidden Over the Knee Boots, also by Steve Madden.  What I love about these is the peep toe, making them super fun and flirty!  These ones are a little bit bigger with a 15" circumference and without a string to tighten them at the top, which may be a deal breaker for some.  But at only $77 (on sale from $129), it's hard to pass them up!


[Photo:  Nordstrom.com]

I would love to see what all of you wore for Valentine's Day!  Comment your photos down below!

Until next time!  CLINK!  Jordan xx

Night at the Aquarium

At the end of January, my boyfriend's place of employment was holding a banquet at the Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey.  If you thought aquariums were cool to attend during the day, getting to go at night all dressed up for a nice dinner was even more of an experience!

It took me a while to find something good to wear, but the outfit I ended up getting was beyond perfect!

Since the flash wasn't on in the aquarium photos, it's hard to see the sparkle the dress has, which is why I included that top picture of Nick and myself.

The dress fit like it was made just for me.  A big concern I always have with glittery dresses is that they are going to be itchy, but this dress was not at all.  There was a thin layer underneath the dress that kept me cool and comfortable the whole night, and it stayed put as well; it didn't bunch up at all.

Now for the details on my outfit!

1.  Leith Shine Minidress // Currently on sale for $42.40 (I paid $69 at the time), this dress is a black multi-glitter that shines as colorful as the setting you are in.  It also fits very true to size (I'm a small and am wearing a small).

2.  Leith Crystal Slice Earrings // When I bought the dress, I knew I wanted very sparkly earrings, so these are perfect!  They fall very nicely and are only $20!

3. Heels // The shoes I'm wearing are Jessica Simpson from about 2 years ago!  I found a similar pair by Jewel Badgley Mischka available at Nordstrom for $98.95.  However, if I could go back and wear a different shoe, I think I would choose the Sam Edelman Ariella Ankle Strap Sandal in black (#4), which are also available at Nordstrom for $99.95.  I think the black are better if you don't want to take away from the dress and the earrings!

Valentine's Day Gift Guide

We are getting SO close to Valentine's Day, but I know that a lot of you probably have not done your shopping yet, which is okay because I just spent six hours on Amazon getting presents for my boyfriend!

I made this quick little guide to help you figure out some last minute gifts for your loved ones (or if you just want to treat yourself)!

1.  Instax Multi Picture Frame // If the person you are buying for loves their Instax Mini as much as I do, they are going to la-la-love this picture frame!  It can hold three pictures, and comes in three different colors!  Oh, and it's also only $14!  

2.  Leith Midi Open Cardigan // I got this for Christmas in lavender and it's one of my favorite cardigans!  It is super soft, comfortable, and doesn't fit awkwardly over t-shirts like some cardigans tend to do.  However, as strange as this may sound, as I was writing this, lavender sold out, but it also comes in "Red Grape," which is a beautiful maroon, and "Coral Orange Heather," which is also stunning.  Both colors are great for more than just one season as well!

3.  Lidstar // These cream eye shadows from Glossier are a game changer!  The link I provided on the left is for a duo--choose any two colors for $30.  This link is for one color, which is $18.  For Christmas, I got the duo in Cub and Fawn and I am completely obsessed with them!  I love these when I am going for a natural make-up look, or for when I'm just running some errands, because the pigmentation is perfect for everyday activities.

4.  Heart-Shaped Mini Waffle Maker // What says "Valentine's Day" better than hearts?!  I don't think anything!  And that is why this is one of the most appropriate Valentine's Day gifts you can give.  I got this a few months back and so far it has not disappointed me.  Honestly, the only waffles I have seen that are cuter are the Mickey Mouse waffles in Disney World!  All you have to do is top them with berries and whipped cream to make the most adorable and romantic breakfast in bed... and it's only $18!

5.  Pom-pom Slippers // These are my favorite slippers ever!!!  I got them on sale for $10 a few weeks ago at Victoria's Secret, and was super upset because they didn't have my favorite color (sea green) in my size anymore, so I got the lavender, but I am not complaining at all.  You won't be complaining either, because now this color is only $5.99!!  However, if you want them in black, pink, red, or sea green, they are going to cost you $10, which is still an amazing buy (because they're usually $29.50).  They are super cute on and keep my feet very warm, which is a must because my feet are always freezing!  Oh, and it also helps that they match with my Leith sweater!

1.  Cotton Crew Neck Sweater // These sweaters from UNIQLO are the best!  I get my boyfriend one of these sweaters every year in a different color because he loves layering them over button-downs for work.  They have every color imaginable, and they are so soft and cozy.  At only $29.90, it's hard not to stock up!

2.  Ocean Cologne // If you are looking for a cheaper cologne (non-designer), you should look at Bath and Body Works.  I got this scent for my boyfriend a few years ago and I love the way it smells (I guess he enjoys it, too!).  Sometimes, cologne can be a little too strong for me, but I find that the Ocean one is just strong enough to make a mark without gagging the people you are walking past, if you know what I mean.  It's available for $34.50.

3.  The Art of the LP // Album art through time has been creative and fascinating.  Get this book for pretty much anyone who has an appreciation for art and/or music in any capacity!  Sitting on your couch, flipping through these pages with a cup of coffee is the perfect way to end the day.  You can get it from Amazon for $23.98 (and P.S., it's available through Prime so you can get it before V-Day if you order in time)!

4.  Playstation Classic Console // We remember when Atari Classic, Sega Classic, NES and SNES Classic came out, right?  I try to forget every day because of how crazy those lines were!  But with these releases came lots of nostalgia and good memories.  Well, this year, Sony released the Playstation Classic, with games such as Tekken 3, Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, and so many more. Getting anyone this console is sure to make them feel like a kid again!  Currently on Amazon you can get this for 48% off, making the total $51 (and it's another gift that can be here ASAP through Prime)!  But when you think about it, you can't put a price on reminiscing.


I hope you find this guide at least a tad helpful in your Valentine's Day shopping!  Drop some more gift ideas down in the comments and I'll test them out!!

Until next time!  CLINK!
Jordan xx

Ultimate Christmas Playlist

Two weeks until Christmas!!!

Can you believe that there are less than TWO WEEKS until CHRISTMAS?!  I know I can't!!

I'm sure you are all so busy buying and wrapping presents, planning out Christmas dinner, and baking cookies for the Christmas party you were invited to.  And if you are hosting your own party, the last thing you are going to want to do is put together the music.

I gave you guys a pool party playlist, and added a Halloween playlist to the side of my site, but now it's time for the ultimate Christmas playlist... you can find it embedded in in the sidebar (although it only posts the first 100 songs, so some have been cut out)!  I am going to talk a little bit about how I put it together, as well as my favorites!

If you scroll through the list, you'll notice that I included several versions of the same songs. While some people don't like this, I think it not only adds variety where you least expect it, but it gives the playlist a bigger chance to appeal to more people at your gathering.

I'm going to give you my top TEN favorite songs on this playlist (so my favorite Christmas songs)!

10.// Nuttin' For Christmas - Art Mooney and Barry Gordon

This song, more than anything, just reminds me of my childhood.  In elementary school, out music teacher every year would put together a Christmas concert assembly, and each grade sang certain songs, and the fifth graders always got to sing "Nuttin' For Christmas."  When my grade reached fourth, we were so excited that the following year we were finally going to get to sing this song.  Unfortunately, our music teacher retired that year, and since we had a new teacher, my grade never got to sing this.  Despite having this somewhat disappointing memory, this song just still brings so much joy and nostalgia to me, and helps me think of a simpler time.

9.// Carol of the Birds - John Jacob Niles

I remember this song being in my repertoire for my vocal lessons the Spring semester (even though it's a Christmas song) of my freshman year of college.  To help learn the 1946 tune, I listened to the Kathleen Battle version, which is the one I have included in the playlist.  As stressful as my vocal lessons sometimes became, all of the music I had to learn still means so much to me and reminds me of the fun I had with my vocal coach... her and I were real pals!

8.// Fairytale of New York - The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl

I'm not going to lie:  the first time I heard this song was in the Bill Murray Christmas special!  A bunch of the stars from the special all gathered around the piano singing this song, and it was a really nice moment in the show.  Even though it doesn't have any special meaning to me, this song has since become one of my favorites!

7.// Christmas Eve/Sarajevo - Trans Siberian Orchestra

Okay, play any Trans Siberian Orchestra song and I will be attached to the music.  Every song of theirs brings goosebumps to every part of my body!  This one in particular has so much body and volume that you kind of forget it's a Christmas song.  "Wizards in Winter" is also a good pick for when you want to listen to a powerful and unique Christmas track.

6.// A Marshmallow World - Dean Martin

I think this song is known by everyone!  I've heard this one my entire life--it's always on my dad's Christmas playlist (even the ones that contain just 15 songs)!  Dean Martin is one of my favorite singers from the '60s, and he definitely has the perfect Christmas voice because it's so clear and smooth.  This song is also just so cheery and twinkly, which are two ways to perfectly describe Christmas!

5.// Please Come Home for Christmas - Eagles

Written by Charles Brown, and covered by Southside Johnny Lyon for the movie Home Alone, Eagles recorded this song in 1978 and released it as a holiday single.  You may not necessarily know it by title, but if you listen to it I guarantee you will be singing it word for word!  This is another one that brings back lots of memories from my childhood!

4.// Father Christmas - The Kinks

I love this song for its humor and cleverness.  For those of you not familiar with it, Ray Davies tells of how he was beaten up by a gang of poor kids, and while it is happening they are telling Father Christmas that they want money instead of toys--give the toys to the "little rich boys."  The whole song contains the children asking for something either odd or interesting, and makes for a very unique Christmas song.

3.// Do You Hear What I Hear - Martina McBride

Does anyone else find Martina McBride's voice absolutely mesmerizing?!  And her voice paired with the Christmas classic?!  I could seriously listen to this song all day, 365 days a year.  Her version of "O Holy Night" is also a showstopper.  She sings with such fullness and passion, making her one of the best singers of our time.  Yes, Martina, I do hear what you hear!

2.// O Holy Night - Celine Dion

Of course I was going to include Celine Dion in this list.  This is my favorite out of the renditions of classic Christmas songs.  The echoes of her voice and the chorus in the background both add so much to the song.  All I ever think of when listening to it is how I wish I could sing like her... I'll get on line with everyone else.

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Now, before I get to number one, I am just going to quickly throw in some honorable mentions (in no particular order):

1. Wonderful Christmastime - Paul McCartney

2. Mele Kalikimaka (A National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation classic!) - Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters

3. In the Bleak Midwinter - Various artists, but I do love the Julie Andrews version

4. I'll Be Home for Christmas - Michael Buble

5. The House (from Home Alone) - John Williams

6. Holiday Flight (from Home Alone) - John Williams

7.  Op. 60:  IV. Troika (from Lieutenant Kije) - Sergei Prokofiev

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Finally, it is time for my all-time favorite Christmas song!  Number one is:  "I Believe in Father Christmas" by Emerson, Lake, & Palmer.  Written by the band's Greg Lake, this song has great instrumentation and great lyrics.  Lake included instrumental riffs from Prokofiev's "Troika" (from my honorable mentions above).  I think this song is number one because it not only brings back years of memories of hearing it at home the weeks leading up to Christmas, but I love the whole arrangement of the piece.

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Well, there you have it!!  I hope I have shared at least one new song that you have never heard.  Until next time!  CLINK xoxo

Guide to Disney World, Pt. III: Magic Kingdom (Day 1)

Another day in Disney means another day started with a fancy Disney breakfast!  This day was slightly different from the previous.  I had the overnight oats, the quiche, a chocolate chip muffin, Mickey pancakes, but I also had a Mickey waffle!  As much as I love the look of the Mickey waffles, I think the Mickey pancakes are better because of how fluffy they are.

Isn't this making you so hungry?!

A few months leading up to my trip, I took to Etsy to buy some shirts to wear.  All of the ears you've been seeing I made myself with fabric and materials I got from either Etsy, Hobby Lobby, or JoAnn Fabric.  Today's shirt was especially for Ariel, and it says "This Mermaid Drinks Mermosas," and you  can buy this shirt, along with other princesses through TheGraviteeShop.

My outfit for meeting Ariel!

My outfit for meeting Ariel!

Since you can't take a boat to Magic Kingdom, we had to take the bus, which I absolutely hate.  Waiting for the bus is very unorganized, and they don't run as frequently as they should, so I recommend getting there fairly early to allow for a long wait time.  We headed out around 7:05/7:10 since it was another Early Magic Hours day.  We luckily were able to get on the first Magic Kingdom bus that approached, but several families had to wait for the next one.

When we got to the park, you can immediately go through bag check, tickets, and walk in, even though the park wasn't open yet.  This process prevents lines from getting to long outside of the park, however they keep the different lands closed until early opening at 8.

Cinderella's Castle

Cinderella's Castle

Cinderella's Castle

Cinderella's Castle

Magic Kingdom, towards the end of August, was already decorated for Halloween!!!  That sounds crazy, right?  But it was so worth it because it looked beautiful.  Scare crows, pumpkins, warm flower arrangements, the works!  Every little part is decorated, as well.

The entrance to Magic Kingdom!

Main Street, U.S.A.

Main Street, U.S.A.

The entrance to Magic Kingdom!

Cinderella's Castle

Main Street, U.S.A.

The entrance to Magic Kingdom!

Main Street, U.S.A.

Main Street, U.S.A.

Main Street, U.S.A.

The first ride we were going to do was Ariel's Undersea Adventure.  Most people ran immediately to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, but we had a scheduled fast pass at 2:30 that day.

Ariel's Undersea Adventure was my favorite ride in Disney World (yes, I'm biased because she is my favorite Disney Princess), that is until I went on a ride at a different park--check the posts following this one to find out which ride is my new favorite ride of all time.

Anyway, Ariel's Undersea Adventure is an adorable, slow-moving ride.  It's colorful and fun, and the animatronics on Ursula are so smooth that she appears to be a real... octopus?  She's not a person so...

Outside of Ariel's Undersea Adventure!

Outside of Ariel's Undersea Adventure!

Outside of Ariel's Undersea Adventure!

Ariel's Grotto wasn't opening until 9 A.M., which is normal park opening, so we spent the hour we had left going on as many rides as we could.  We hit It's A Small World and Space Mountain before getting on the queue to meet Ariel.

I always forget how cute It's A Small World is until I am actually on it... even though the song gets stuck in your head!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

It's A Small World!

After going on those rides, it was time to get on line to meet Ariel.  We only waited about 20 minutes, and it was SO WORTH IT!!  She signed my autograph book and then put her dinglehopper in my lanyard, so it was a very magical experience.  I know I mentioned this is my Epcot post, but I really mean it when I say that if you have time, definitely meet some characters.  It's a really fun experience for everyone, even if only one person from your party talks to them.  It's also fun looking back at the pictures that the photographers take.

Ariel's Grotto

Ariel's Grotto

Ariel's Grotto

We took some time after Ariel's Grotto to walk around and see which rides had short wait times.  We spread Magic Kingdom out over two days, so we were in no rush at all to get rides done.

We walked over towards Liberty Square and Frontierland, where I took some pictures of Corona, the kingdom in Tangled.  When we got to Frontierland, I also got to meet Shaker from Country Bear Jamboree, one of my favorite shows in Disney World.  I'm not sure if you guys have ever seen the "Disney Sing-A-Long" videos from the '90s, but I loved them when I was younger.  In the "Disneyland Fun" video, the bears sing "The Great Outdoors," and I remember so vividly what Shaker sounds like in that video, so it was pretty surreal to meet him after growing up seeing him in my video.

Corona from Tangled

Corona from Tangled

Shaker from Country Bear Jamboree

I wish someone recorded it, because while I was meeting Shaker, when I showed him my Country Bear Jamboree button (which I'll post a picture of and link to below), he started dancing with me!

You can buy this button through TheHappiestThingsCo on Etsy.  It's a 3" button and the delivery was so quick!  I also bought two more buttons, which I'll talk about later!

My mom's favorite ride is Haunted Mansion, and since she doesn't go on many rides, we of course have to go on it.  Oh, and it's a CLASSIC!  It's not scary, but Disney World definitely did a good job of of making it spooky.  The technology definitely is pretty cool, being as though the ride is old, making it seem like the ghosts are real-ish.  And the whole bit before actually going on the ride is still so cool and eerie, adding to the affect it has.

Queue for Haunted Mansion

Queue for Haunted Mansion

Queue for Haunted Mansion

Queue for Haunted Mansion

Queue for Haunted Mansion

Queue for Haunted Mansion

We went back over to Tomorrowland after Ariel's Grotto to do Astro Orbiter and my favorite show, Carousel of Progress.  Carousel of Progress, if you haven't done it, was an animatronic show that Walt Disney first presented at the New York World's Fair.  It's a rotating theater show, that travels through time showing how technology was changing.  It begins with the 1900s, then goes through the '20s, '40s, and the 21st century.  There is a recurring song throughout, "There's A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow" and it might be one of my favorite Disney songs.  The show is 20 minutes long, but is definitely worth it if you have never done it before.

I'm not going to spend much time talking bout Astro Orbiter, because in my opinion, it is not worth the wait.  If the wait time is 5 minutes, do it, but if it's anything over 10, it is a waste of time.  You spend a lot of time waiting, only to be on the ride for about 30 seconds.

Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland

SNACK TIME!  The moment I am sure you all have been waiting for on here.  When in Magic Kingdom, Pineapple DOLE Whip is the obvious snack answer.  Only available at a few locations in Disney World, Aloha Isle in Adventureland by Aladdin's Magic Carpets is one of them.  The line is usually super long, so I recommend ordering it through the My Disney Experience app.  You pay and everything though the app, and when you are ready to pick up your order, you just press the button that you're ready and then you go to the mobile ordering window to pick it up.

I had the treat twice during our trip, but this first day I got the Pineapple DOLE Whip Float, which is the pineapple whip served over pineapple juice.  Definitely a little on the sweet side with the juice included.  On our second Magic Kingdom day, I got a twist cup, which is a pineapple whip and vanilla whip swirl in a cup and that was perfect!  So if too much sweet bothers you, definitely opt for either a pineapple, vanilla, or twist cup!!  Anyway, it is one of the most refreshing things I have ever had!

Pineapple DOLE Whip

Pineapple DOLE Whip

Aladdin's Magic Carpets

Part of Adventureland

After our DOLE Whip, my dad and my brother went to go on a ride, and my mom and I went to do a little bit of shopping on Main Street.  On our walk over, we stumbled upon a super fun show happening on the Cinderella Castle forecourt.  Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire is a show featuring Rapunzel and Flynn, Tiana and Naveen, and Anna, Elsa, and Olaf.  Oh, and of course Mickey, Minnie, and friends!  There was music and dancing - and no Disney show is complete without fireworks!  It was such a magical thing to stumble upon.

Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire

Tiana and Prince Naveen in Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire

Rapunzel and Flynn in Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire

Anna, Elsa, and Olaf in Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire

The fireworks that conclude Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire

On our walk through Main Street, I remembered seeing a poster to meet Tinker Bell at Town Square Theater.  The wait time was only ten minutes, and when the wait time to meet a character is that short, you really should take it (I will say that over and over until you completely understand).

The queue to meet the sassy fairy was so detailed.  Since she's a fairy and is very little, everything was huge.  There was a giant thimble, a giant flower, giant key, and a giant necklace.  And as if that didn't impress enough, Tinker Bell was exactly as I had imagined.  Sassy and completely fabulous - I wish I had an attitude like her!

With Tink!

So now it's time for me to tell you all about Seven Dwarfs Mine Train... NOT!  Orlando was going through wicked storms around 2 PM this day, and all outdoor rides were suspended.  In case you think this is dramatic, Pirates of the Caribbean became an hour and a half wait because it is one of the only indoor rides.  We luckily hopped on the Pirates line right after they called it quits, so we only waited about 20 minutes.  With all of this being said, we weren't able to use our fast passes, so our second Magic Kingdom day would have to be altered a little bit, since now we would have to run on line for that first since the wait gets to be so long.

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After not getting on Mine Train because of the rain, we went back to the hotel and got ready for dinner.  This night, we had reservations at Yachtsman Steakhouse, which is located in the Yacht Club Resort.  This is one of the restaurants that my dad always makes reservations for when we go to Disney, so I've been here three times now and it never disappoints.

(If you are wondering, some dining plans ARE accepted here and they have a kids' menu!)

With my brother before dinner at the Yacht Club!

The menu is exactly what you would expect from a steakhouse.  For an appetizer, you can get french onion soup, lobster bisque, caesar salad, cheeses, crab cakes (my dad and brother had that and I had a little taste and we all thought it was to die for), shrimp cocktail, and a few more choices.  I had a caesar salad, which doesn't look like a traditional caesar.  For one thing, it's served in the style of a wedge over coppa secca, with one of those strips of crouton (I'll insert a picture below so you can see).

OH!  And I was craving a pina colada, so I got one and it was perfect!

The caesar salad

Yes, I like pina coladas, and getting caught in the rain!

Going to a steakhouse, you kind of have to get a steak, but in case that's not your thing, they also offer scallops, pasta, lobster, and chicken.  I always get an 8-oz. filet because it's the leanest.  The other cuts they have include prime rib, NY strip, and rib-eye, which I know are all excellent.

Where there are steaks, there are sides, and here they have some amazing ones.  Mac and cheese (AMAZING!), mushrooms, spinach, baked potato, and asparagus, are just some of the sides you can choose.  I got potatoes au gratin, which I think may have been a special, but I can't remember.  They were so yummy!!

My steak and potatoes!!

They have lots of incredible desserts here.  Creme brûlée, carrot cake, sorbet, white chocolate cheesecake, semifreddo, and two Yachtsman specialties.  One is the "Lexington Sundae," which includes salted caramel and buttered popcorn gelato, brown butter cookies, caramel, whipped cream, and toasted honey marshmallow.  I got this back in 2013 when we went and it was very delicious!

The other Yachtsman dessert is the "Admiral's Cake," which is a layered cake that has Valrhona chocolate brownie, caramel crunch, dark chocolate ganache, chocolate sponge cake, bananas foster jam, and caramel ganache.  I've never had this, but the pictures online make it look amazing!

You're probably wondering which of these I decided to get.  The answer is none.  That night my dad wanted to get dessert at the ice cream parlor located inside of our hotel, so I decided to skip the Yachtsman dessert.  That was until my wonderful waitress brought me a raspberry bonbon in honor of me graduating college!  My family doesn't usually mention when it's a special occasion because we don't want to look like we are looking for something free.  But earlier when the waitress had asked for my I.D. and she saw my age, college came into conversation and my dad said, "We're here for her graduation!"  So it was extremely thoughtful of her to remember that from earlier in the night.

As my dad was paying the bill, she brought out a glass of prosecco for me from her manager in celebration of my graduation.  So the Yachtsman Steakhouse has customer service down to a T.

The cute little complimentary bonbon!

The Fountain is the little restaurant in the Dolphin Hotel.  It's open for lunch and dinner, and has very simple dishes, such as soups, salads, burgers, and cool sides.  It's almost like a diner!  And for dessert they have loads of different shakes, smoothies, and sundaes.  My dad and I both had a create-your-own sundae, and I had mine with rocky road, cookies and cream, and cookie dough ice creams, topped with brownie pieces and peanut butter cups, and finished with whipped cream, a cherry, and chocolate sauce.

My sundae!!!

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Everything today was amazing!  The rides, the food, and the magical experiences of Magic Kingdom all made the day so perfect.  Day three was done, so now it's off to Animal Kingdom for day four!

Until next time!  CLINK!!

Jordan xx