We went to Universal Studios for Kendra’s Mom (Wanda)’s 60th birthday. Wanda was anxious to show us her favorite ride (Shrek) and generally to spend time at the park together with the family. This was my first time at Universal (I find no reason to go anywhere besides the Magic Kingdom (MK) while in Central Florida), and I had a nice time. Most importantly, it seems Wanda had a good time.
I had mixed feelings about the park itself. I guess I understood how adults with no emotional ties to the parks (e.g. MK) react. It is a bizarre thing to be in such an artificial environment. I am so familiar with the MK that even when I don’t feel entirely immersed, I at least feel like I’ve come home to my old bedroom on a trip home from college.
[Oh yeah, and a little ground-animal flogging for your enjoyment.]
