#funky monkey friday

[vwiolets]

ITS FUNKY MONKEY FRIDAY GUYS

[boycigs]

ITS FRIDAY WHERE I AM SOOOOO

FUCKIN FLATWORM FRIDAY

[frogsman]

guzzling extra strength halls like my life depends on it rn

[angela1073]

Funky Monkey

It' s Friday!!! Let's Roll one.

[shaniacsboogara]

shout-out to some of my favourite posts on this website:

hey steven is so johnlock (courtesy of @bergoozter )

'fuck around it's friday' steven lim (by @fearthefuzzybear )

ryan bergara kills boots the monkey 2023 (ft. @outer-space-face )

steven lim king of the birds

'he doesn't even have his bridge'

any whore the skeleton post by @trashworldblog

the watcher gaming doodle by @watcherwatts

the 'we did it joe' shanesweep poll (by watcher but no way am i tagging them you sillies)

every ph death puppet x god puppet post

ALL OF THE FANART (but special shout-out to royal au ryan and shane and the professor in his funky little dresses)

[ghostgymleaderhz]

Rating every ghost type Pokemon because I'm bored

Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar: 8/10 a bit plain but a classic.

Alolan Marowak: 7/10 Ghost/Fire is a badass typing but it loses points since the Cubone isn't also a ghost type

Hisuian Typhlosion: 5/10 look like it's high but still sad they went extinct

Misdreavus and Mismagius: 9/10 perfect mons for spooky month

Galarian Corsola and Cursola: 3/10 meh in the looks department and honestly depressing to think about

Shedinja: 0/10 forgot this existed

Sableye: 6/10 not so much a ghost as a scrunkly gremlin but still love them

Shuppet and Banette: 10/10 perfectly scary and cute

Duskull, Dusclops, and Dusknoir: 10/10 amazing spectacular extraordinary

Drifloon and Drifblim: 2/10 they're just evil balloons

Spiritomb: 108/10 no comment

Froslass: 10/10 we stan a spooky girlboss

Rotom: 5/10 corporate sellout but I respect the hustle

Giratina: 9/10 loses points because he won't let me love him

Yamask, Cofagrigus, and Runerigus: 8/10 another classic

Hisuian Zorua and Zoroark: 10/10 WHY DID THEY HAVE TO GO EXTINCT THEYRE SO CUTE

Frillish and Jellicent: 0/10 forgot they were ghost type

Litwick, Lampent, and Chandelure: 9/10 you go you funky candles

Golett and Golurk: 5/10 also forgot they were ghost type but they're hella cool

Honedge, Doublade, and Aegislash: 6/10 I want one but also I like not having sword cuts in my furniture

Phantump and Trevenant: 9/10 super cool but I wish they could evolve without trading

Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist: 10/10 SPOOKY MONTH INCARNATE

Hoopa: 0/10 who???

Decidueye: 9/10 wish the other stages were also ghosts because a spooky Rowlett is my dream

Oricorio: 4/10 don't like it that's all

Sandygast and Palossand: 7/10 I respect the method but now I'm scared of the beach

Mimikyu: 10000/10 BESTEST BOY EVER AND I WILL DIE ON THIS HILL

Dhelmise: 1/10 forgot you exist

Lunala: 10/10 absolute unit and the wings are gorgeous

Necrozoma: 0/10 hate the vibes

Marshadow: 3/10 it's just a spooky toddler kinda boring

Blacephalon: 0/10 a disgrace to ghosts everywhere

Sinistea and Poulteageist: 10/10 I want one so bad but they aren't native to Unova

Dreepy, Drakloak, and Dragapult: 10/10 love the scrunkly babies that wanna be launched like bullets

Spectrier: 10/10 I WANT IT SO BAD LET ME LIVE OUT MY HORSE GIRL FANTASY

Calyrex: 0/10 ew

Basculegion: 5/10 it's a fish so meh but also really cool aesthetic

Skeledirge: 5.5/10 he gets points for Fuecoco and the skeleton markings but every time I look at it I can only think of Flat Fuck Friday

Bramblin and Brambleghast: 0/10 what even is this

Greavard and Houndstone: 7/10 don't like Houndstone all that much but Greavard is too cute I want it

Annihilape: 1/10 he's just and edgy monkey

Flutter Mane: 3/10 I'm okay with it being extinct since it's just misdreavus with long hair and can't evolve

Gimmighoul and Gholdengo: 8/10 Gimmighoul is perfection but it evolves into the Apple Jacks mascot

[semperama]

10 songs i've been listening to & my favourite lyrics

Thanks @boxboxlewis! This was fun!

Dreamsicle by Jason Isbell

Heat lightning in the evening sky And my mama's red hair Hearts breaking through the springtime Breaking in June

Gates by The Menzingers

You'll carve your names into the Paupack cliffs Just to read them when you get old enough to know That happiness is just a moment

Sweetness by Jimmy Eat World

If you're listening (whoa oh-oh-oh-oh) Sing it back (whoa oh-oh-oh-oh)

Sultans of Swing by Dire Straights

And Harry doesn't mind, if he doesn't, make the scene He's got a daytime job, he's doing alright He can play the Honky Tonk like anything Savin' it up, for Friday night

Short Skirt / Long Jacket by Cake

With fingernails that shine like justice And a voice that is dark, like tinted glass

Half-Truism by The Offspring

If we don't make it alive, it's a hell of a good day to die All our light that shines strong only lasts for so long

Mr. Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra

Hey you with the pretty face Welcome to the human race

How Bizarre by OMC

Destination unknown, as we pull in for some gas A freshly pasted poster reveals a smile from the past Elephants and acrobats, lions, snakes, monkey Pele speaks "righteous, " Sister Zina says "funky"

Doin' Time by Sublime

On lockdown, like a penitentiary She spreads her lovin' all over And when she gets home, there's none left for me

Dani California by Red Hot Chili Peppers

She's a runner Rebel, and a stunner On her merry way saying baby, watcha gonna? Looking down the barrel of a hot metal forty-five Just another way to survive

Tagging @trailsofpaper, @love-leah, @apeacebone, @rabidchild67

[oasologist]

it's a simon keyes kind of funky monkey friday today

[magic-to-write]

Chapter 6:

It was a beautiful Friday afternoon, puddles littered the ground and the sky a deep clear blue. Leila jumped in puddles as she and Carter made their way towards the Grand Oak Resort, laughing as they walked.

  As they approached the hill the Grand Oak sat upon, they met up with Theo and Ridley who got there at the same time. Leila instinctively got behind Ridley to help her up the slippery hill; it just was habit at this point.

  Leila thought of Grand Oak Resort as her second home. The apartment over the magic shop was lovely, but the Grand Oak had everything from pools to a magnificent view overlooking Mineral Wells. Leila often accompanied her poppa when he came to work, if for no other reason than to stroll among the gardens.

  flower boxes lined the footpaths between red brick buildings with green shutters accenting every window. The Misfits walked along these paths, Leila admired the yellow lilies and marigolds as they walked by them. There were blooming butterfly weed shrubs and hydrangeas; Leila loved the ever colourful garden.

  Leila was so wrapped up in her own mind she hadn't realized she was still pushing Ridley; not that anyone said anything about it. She pushed her all the way to the field where Izzy and Olly were doing cartwheels through the damp grass. Izzy planted her feet and crouched down as Olly leapt onto her shoulders. Izzy rose up, swift as a piston, grasping her brother's legs. They stood in the field, watching as the Misfits approached in awe of their gymnastic skills.

    "You've gained some weight!" Izzy called up to her brother.

    "Thanks to all my friends called doughnuts!" Olly said well patting his stomach.

  Izzy wobbled, looking like she could no longer hold her brother up. As they tipped, Izzy dropped to her knees and Olly tumbled into a perfect somersault, landing in a perfect pose, arms outstretched, hands waving. Leila and the others broke into enthusiastic applause.

  Upon seeing their friends, the twins then burst into an a cappella song, harmonizing in comic falsetto, box-stepping and pirouetting.

    "Welcome, welcome, one and all, Nice to see you, guys and dolls! A lot's gone on; have things been funky? We heard you almost caught a monkey! We've missed you much, what a strange week! Check our pockets; have a peek!"

  Synchronized, the twins held open their vest pockets. Before anyone could get too close, a pink nose stuck out of Izzy's pocket, it sniffed the air before a little mouse head with a brown spot on one eye.

  Theo jumped back, rubbing his hands on his pants. Ridley got closer, well another mouse with a chipped ear poked out of Olly’s pocket.

    "Are those mice?" Ridley asked them. Pointing at the small creatures.

  Izzy pulled her mouse out of her pocket, holding it so Ridley could pet it's head. "We wanted magical assistants." Said Izzy.

    "We've spent all day training them!" Olly chimed in.

    "What can they do?" Carter asked, cautiously petting Olly’s new mouse.

  Olly and Izzy glanced at each other. "So far, they're very good at squeaking." Olly said trying to make it sound impressive. 

    "Where did you get them?" Leila asked, she knew from trips with her fathers that the local pet shop they don't sell mice- hamsters yes, but not mice -and so she was wondering.

    "We caught them out here in the yard." Said Olly. Oh great dirty wild mice that have who knows what. Leila kept her thoughts to herself along with her hands, Ridley seemed to hesitate, but decided to keep petting the small creature.

  Izzy whispered something to Ridley, Ridley laughed, giving Izzy a smile that Leila only managed to get in her dreams. A burning feeling engulfed Leila's chest, Leila tried to put out the fire in her by using logical thoughts; why did Leila care if Ridley had a crush on Izzy? Leila was completely fine until finding out Ridley has a crush on someone else! Now Ridley had wiggled into every thought Leila had.

  Leila felt like such a bad friend.

    "Endless!" Izzy's voice pulled Leila back to the present, she hadn't realized she had been drowning out the conversation. "Math! Chemistry! French cuisine!"

    "Oh, yes." Said Olly. "I love a good boeuf bourguignon. Hey Izzy!"

    "Yes Olly?"

    "What do you call a mouse who excels at oration?"

    "I don't know, Olly. What?"

    "A public squeaker!" The twins snicker at their own joke.

    "Hey, Olly!"

    "Yes Izzy?"

    "Where do mice shop for groceries?"

    "I dunno, Izzy. Where?"

    "The mini-mart!"

  There was polite laughter before Ridley decided to get the meeting on the road, Ridley handed her notebook to Carter; who had become the club's unofficial secretary. "Roll call!" Ridley sang out. When she spoke each member's name, that person answered, "Here!"

  Except for Olly, who said, "Present! Ooh, I love presents. Does anyone have a gift for me?"

  Before the meeting could be derailed Ridley used Olly’s rambling to continue the meeting in the right direction, "Announcements! Let's hear 'em!" 

  Izzy raised her hand. "How did the dinner with Sandra Santos go?"

    "I wish you two could have been there! It was amazing!" Leila just couldn't contain her excitement.

    "She read our fortunes and she likes to cook! And she tried to catch Bosso's monkey, but she tripped and the monkey got away." Carter said. Tugging on his sleeves.

    "So that monkey is still around?" Olly asked. "Still up to... monkey business?"

    "Apparently." Ridley sighed.

    "Sandra sounds like a real hoot." Izzy said, a smirk on her face.

    "No, Izzy." Said Olly. "A hoot sounds like this: Hoo-oo! Hoo-oo!"

    "Wow, Olly, you're pretty good at that." Izzy said sarcastically. "Maybe you can befriend an owl and get wise."

    "Har-har." Olly said. Nudging Izzy in a playful manner. "Sorry we couldn't be there. Sandra sounds like she knows her way around a good performance." 

  That felt like an under statement, Leila thought of the feeling she got when Sandra locked eyes with her. The feeling that had engulfed her. Leila picked that over in her head, but was yet to come up with an explanation. 

    "She really does." Leila said nearly losing herself in a daydream. "Have you seen her around the resort at all?"

    "It's hard to miss her." Izzy said.

    "She attended our show this morning." Olly said. "She clapped really hard. Very nice of her." 

    "She even looks like she might be psychic." Izzy said. "She's certainly got the right hair for it. Long, wavy and she does some cool hairstyles. Yesterday she had it in this wild braid; I want to do that." 

    "There’s no such thing as psychic." Ridley said, crossing her arms.

    "Then how did she know so much about us?" Leila asked. 

    "She... she had a lot of time before dinner. She could of asked people around the resort about us." Ridley said, but she didn't sound too confident; like she hasn't hammered out the fine details. "After everything that happened with Bosso, people know a little bit about us now." 

  Carter cringed, looking over his shoulder. "Hopefully not too many people."

    "I did a little more reading last night about some of the self-proclaimed psychics of the past century." Said Ridley. "Did you know Harry Houdini was not only famous for escaping impossible traps, but also for debunking fake psychics?"

    "He was?" Leila asked. "I've never heard that before, and I love that guy."

    "We are aware." Theo said, causing Leila to laugh a little.

    "Houdini was part of this club whose mission was to stop people from believing in fortune-tellers." Ridley said. "In most of the old photos where the spiritualist were supposedly spitting out this ghostly slime called ectoplasm, Houdini figured out it was actually made of wet cheesecloth."

  Theo chimed in, "I have seen a photograph in a book of a man who was levitating several feet off the ground, but if you examine the image closely, it is apparent that he jumped off the chair in the middle of the shot. Disappointing." 

    "But what Sandra did seemed so real." Leila said, feeling the key hanging around her neck.

    "Think about it, all Sandra said was some vague stuff that we could apply to anything." Ridley said. "Fortune cookies give similar insights in less words. You guys can believe what you want, but I don't believe in her mumbo jumbo about speaking to spirit guides or ghosts or whatever."

    "Oh hey! We do have announcements." Izzy said, elbowing her brother. "The ghosts have started up early this year." Leila's eyes could of rolled off into the sunset, but she managed to fight off the urge.

    "What ghosts?" Ridley asked.

    "Every year; usually around Halloween. the whole hotel staff starts spreading rumors about ghosts." Leila said. "They just freak themselves out until Halloween is over." 

    "Who would haunt the Grand Oak?" Carter asked. 

    "Or haunted by what?" Theo asked.

    "Come closer, and we'll tell you the tale." Izzy said, her voice becoming a breathy and dramatic. "Our friends on the maintenance staff seen and heard things in the old abandoned wing of the main lodge; strange things."

    "'Tis true." Olly said, mimicking his sister's tone. "Things that they can't explain! In recent weeks, staff has heard voices and seen shadows moving about within the building. Only problem is; the abandoned wing has been locked up tight for years."

    "Yeah, right." Ridley said. "That’s hardly evidence of ghosts."

  A nearby door banged open and the kids all jumped. Turning towards the now open door, Leila was filled with relief to find it not opened by an invisible force; not that she expected the door to be opened by a ghost she was just really glad it wasn't. Instead of an empty door way there was a thin old man wearing a droopy green hotel uniform, dragging an old mop behind him.

    "Whew. No ghosts. Just Dean." Izzy said.

    "Hi Dean!" Leila called over. Dean started working at the Grand Oak around the time Leila was adopted, he has followed her on some adventures she has had in the resort; and has saved Leila's hide more times then she liked to admit.

  The old bellhop looked over at the Misfits as Izzy waved him over. Dean smiled and made his way over.

    "Hello Golden menaces." Dean said in a playful tone. "Need an excuse for why a couple of leftover brownies have gone missing again?" Izzy stumbled over her words for a moment.

    "Good afternoon, Dean." Ridley said before Izzy recovered.

    "Good afternoon, little Larsen."

    "You've heard about the ghosts, right?" Izzy asked.

    "Oh yes!" Dean said. "It's got everyone pretty spooked. Some of the maids are superstitious and too scared to go near the old wing. Mr. Arnold is at his wit's end. He's already threatened to fire some of them if they don't do their jobs."

    "And just who are these supposed ghosts?" Asked Ridley, still sounding doubtful.

    "Can't say, 'cause I don't know. What I do know is that a bunch of bad stuff happened in that old wing. That's why it's still closed to this day." Dean looked over his shoulder as if to see whether anyone was watching him. "Long time ago, there was a fire in the rear wing. Lots of damage. Some people got hurt. Cops never found out what happened, but rumor has it that a magician club was practicing their act when the fire started."

  A magician club? Did the Emerald Ring have something to do with the fire? Leila didn't have much time to ponder this before the conversation continued.

    "So you be careful young Larsen." Dean said, waving a finger at Ridley.

    "Me? What would ever gives you the idea that I would play with fire?" Ridley asked.

    "Mm-hmm" Dean hummed not sounding convinced. "Just be careful, you hear me? Anyway I have to get back to work before Mr. Arnold gets on my back."

  Dean walked away slowly, dragging his mop behind him. The Misfits gave their cheerful goodbyes as he walked away.

    "So missing brownies?" Carter asked.

    "ANYWAYS, does anyone think the Emerald Ring has something to do with the fire?" Izzy said.

    "As much as I don't like it it seems highly possible." Ridley said. Tapping away on her wheelchair.

    "No way." Carter said. "Mr. Vernon wouldn't set the Grand Oak on fire."

    "Maybe not on purpose, but accidents happen." Theo said.

    "What about the ghosts?" Olly asked.

    "Perhaps the Magic Misfits should look into it." Theo said.

  Ridley rubbed her temple, "Ghost aren't real."

    "Remember what Mr. Vernon said." Carter said. "It's not whether magic is real or not. It's what you believe. Same applies to ghosts."

    "Alright, fine in that case, the Misfits absolutely should investigate." Ridley said, giving in.

    "What if we do find ghosts?" Izzy asked. "Ghost stories are ghost stories until you see something you can't explain."

    "That’s not funny Izzy." Olly said.

    "Or worse gets touched by a ghost."

    "Izzy please." Olly whined.

    "I don't like the idea of anyone getting fired for being afraid. We should get to the bottom of this nonsense." Carter said.

  Ridley noticed Leila staring at the grass. Softly nudging her Ridley brought Leila's attention to Ridley's eyes.

    "Hey, don't stress, Leila. I'm sure that the Emerald Ring being there was just a rumor." Ridley said.

    "I don't know. My dad always seems to have so many secrets..." Leila whispered.

    "So let's look into the ghosts, and maybe we'll learn more about the fire." Ridley said.

    "You're a genius Ridley." Leila said finally smiling again.

    "I like to think so." Ridley said, smiling with her.

    "It would be horrible if anyone at the Grand Oak had to lose their job because they're too scared to work here."  Leila clapped as a brilliant idea burst forth. "We should ask Sandra to talk to the ghosts; she can ask them to leave. If there's one thing people in Mineral Wells love, it's a show"

    "And pizza." Said Olly. "People in Mineral Wells are crazy about pizza."

    "And ice cream." Izzy said. "People in Mineral Wells just ado-oore-"

    "A show." Ridley interrupted. "Good idea, Leila. What room did Sandra say she was staying in?"

[lady-of-pain]

Hello! Hope your Friday's been good!!!

Here's some asks! :D

5. What are top 3 weapons and why?

20. If you were put into one of the games, what do you think you would be?

24. If you were to add a piece of armour into the game, what would it be?

25. Are there any fanfics about the games you read/ recommend? 

hello!!! my friday’s been good, I just got off work and now it’s goofy silly time & im v relieved!! I hope your day was also good

5. What are top 3 weapons and why?

- wolf knight greatsword from ds3 - I love everything about this sword. I love Artorias. I love the weapon art (I call it the monkey flip). I love how huge and gorgeous it is. based in every sense of the word. When I first equipped it and learned that I could do the same monkey flip Artorias hits you with (OVER AND OVER AND OVER AND OVER) in ds1 I lost my shit

- farron greatsword from ds3 - yes there is a pattern here LOL anyways. looks cool as hell and has a cool fuckin weapon art and you feel like a badass when you use it. love the funky little dagger that you spin around on.

- saw cleaver from bloodborne - okay look you can’t go wrong with the saw cleaver because she is THE hunter weapon. basic and easy to use but effective despite its simplicity.

20. If you were put into one of the games, what do you think you would be?

- I wanna be an abyss watcher 👀 coolest drip. most badass. how do yall expect me NOT to pick the artorias fan club. the very definition of me n the boys

24. If you were to add a piece of armour into the game, what would it be?

- hmm honestly I don’t think I’d add anything. I love basic ass boring knight sets. all of the souls games have exactly what I like 😂

25. Are there any fanfics about the games you read/ recommend?

WAAAAAAH I need to read more. honestly none come to mind (or at least none come to mind that I’m not embarrassed to share L M A O) I never have enough time to sit down and read any cry sob sob cry whimper

[totally-lyrical]

found this shirt at a thrift store.

happy Funky Monkey Friday everyone

[cobalt-rat]

It's funky monkey Friday

[backtousa1]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Applause Funky Monkey Princess Pink Kitty Cat Bookmark Russ Barrie Gifts.

[boycigs]

FUNKY MONKEY FRIDAY ‼️

[disneyanduniversalnews]

Rockin' the Retro/ A Deep Dive at Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Cabana Bay Beach Resort is an homage to the motor hotels of the 50s and 60s, time when families would pack into their cars and drive across the country to their dream vacation. With its vibrant color palette, iconic architecture, and themed decor, your vacation at Universal Orlando Resort will have the perfect touch of retro fun for any fan. As someone who is a lover and collector of vintage (especially mid-century), Cabana Bay is a hotel that I hold very dear. Let's tour some of the spots at Cabana Bay has to offer and learn a bit about what inspired the nostalgic look at this hotel.

The Entrance

When you first drive up to Cabana Bay Beach Resort, you are greeted by a gorgeous neon sign that welcomes you to the hotel which, rest assured, offers color TV and cold air. Featured in the drop-off loop is an array of classic cars that adds to that classic motel feeling.

The Lobby

As soon as you enter the lobby you are fully immersed in mid-century style. No matter what way you look as you enter the building, there is stylish furniture in eye-catching colors, a soundtrack of classics from the 50s and 60s, and a beautiful mosaic behind the check-in counter. One of my favorite design elements of the resort is the huge terrarium in the middle of the lobby that rises to the feeling of the building. The lobby is heavily inspired by the former Americana Hotel in Miami Beach, a style icon itself.

Swizzle Lounge

Be sure to take some time during your stay to check out the Swizzle Lounge, located right in the lobby. Sit back and relax in style in the lounging areas and sip on classic drinks with a modern twist, such as the Swizzle Rum Punch or the Sunshine Mule.

PRO TIP: If you really want to have a swinging time, enjoy live music at the bar Friday through Sunday.

Galaxy Bowl Restaurant

Is there anything more retro than bowling? Challenge your friends and family to a bit of friendly competition at Galaxy Bowl. Inspired by charming bowling alleys of the past, such as the infamous Hollywood Star Lanes from The Big Lebowski, this 10-lane bowling alley combines retro style with modern technology. Galaxy Bowl also offers a sit-down style meal with delicious appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks. Some menu highlights include wings, burgers, and the Coca-Cola cake. Whenever I stay here, I always make sure I have time to play a game (or two) of bowling.

Pool Activities

Looking for a way to cool off in the Florida heat? Cabana Bay is the place to be, with two unique pool areas on each side of the hotel. In the Cabana Courtyard, you will find a pool with a giant diving tower as it's centerpiece. The tower is purely decorative (so please do not practice your diving tricks), but i t houses a 100-foot-long slide. Als in the courtyard area is the Atomic Tonic bar with snazzy rocket-ship centerpiece inspired by the 60s space age era. If you want a bit of privacy while enjoying your pool day there are cabanas available for rent. All cabanas provide much needed shade, HDTV, Wi-Fi, a mini fridge with water, overhead fan (!), safe, and plenty of seating. Over at the Lazy River Courtyard, relax and unwind in the lazy river complete with fountains and waterfalls. The Hideaway Bar & Grill is another poolside bar with a groovy vibe, delicious meal options and snacks, and - most importantly- great drink options. Some of my favorites include SPF 50, Coud 9, and Funky Monkey. Both pool areas offer sandy beaches, fire pits for roasting marshmallows at night, outdoor lounging areas, and postcard-perfect hotel views. There's no view like floating alone the lazy river looking up towards the lush tropical palm trees and a beautifully color-blocked hotel building. Be sure to check out the pools at night as well to see all of the neon signage come to life.

Bayliner Diner

The Bayliner Diner is the go-to for a wide variety of quick-service food. Whether you're in the mood for pizza, sandwiches, burgers, or international, you're guaranteed to find something everyone will enjoy. My favorite food option at the Bayliner Diner is Delizioso Pizza (especially the Southwestern Flatbread), which even comes in a themed box! You can also buy smores kits for the fire pits here. A fund detail that I love that really adds to the vibe of the dining area is the neon signs for each of the stations. I absolutely love seeing neon signs and retro graphics, so it is always great to see signage in this style. Once you grab your food, head to the sunken dining room and enjoy watching a selection of vintage advertisements displayed at each end of the dining space. I love seeing all the old ads for kids' toys and food items.

The Rooms

The retro-inspired fun continues into the Family Suite. Every part of the room bursts with vibrant and retro run, from geometric bedspread to the modernist wall art to the quintessential mid-century furniture. Some of my favorite small details in the room include the bedside alarm clock, vintage soap packaging, and various light fixtures. The room is also equipped with modern utilities like a flatscreen TV and a mini fridge, but trust me, the modern appliances definitely don't take away from the comforting feeling of being in another era.

PRO TIP: Staying at Cabana Bay Beach Resort gives you all kinds of benefits, buy my favorite one is it's proximity to Volcano Bay- if you follow the walking path inside the hotel, you can be inside the water park in just a few minutes! You also get early access to the theme parks, letting you get a head-start on the excitement and fun.

Universal Studios Store

What's a vacation without a quick stop at a gift shop? Along with a wide variety of Universal Orlando merchandise including all of your favorite characters, you can also shop for fun Cabana Bay themed merchandise with t-shirts, bathrobes (I bought this the last time I stayed here), candles, pins representing some of the resort's signage, and more! Keep an eye out for the decorations on the shelves. Hidden within it are suitcases with vintage-style Cabana Bay travel stickers and postcards, and references to popular tourist destinations in Florida. For me, a true retro-style lover, Cabana Bay Beach Resort is the perfect hotel for immersive family fun with plenty to do for guests of all ages. From poolside fun to exploring the themed offerings, your sure to enjoy your next visit.

If you're like me and enjoy everything retro, make sure to make a reservation and travel back in time with Cabana Bay!

Must be 21 years older with valid photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Drink responsibly.

[lindsaywesker]

Good morning! I hope you slept well and feel rested? Currently sitting at my desk, in my study, attired only in my blue towelling robe, enjoying my first cuppa of the day. Welcome to the Easter weekend!

Wow! Here we are again: Friday! Where did that week go? No, seriously, where did that week go?

“If you don’t hear, you will feel!” Has anyone ever said this to you? Have you ever said this to anyone? It’s one of those great ‘old folks sayings’! As in, if you don’t heed the advice I am giving you, you will experience the consequences of your actions. Some people are hard of hearing though (or maybe hard of thinking?) Some people think they know best and, even though ALL the evidence points the other way, they will continue on the way they’re headed (a path of possible self-destruction.) When your daughter falls in love for the first time, there is NOTHING you can say or do! The more you tell her NOT to, the more she digs her heels in. But it’s not just kids and their parents, you and I both have friends who are virtual Olympic champions when it comes to making bad decisions. Man, you can guarantee they will make the wrong choice! And what can you say to them? You want to repeat that great old folks saying but, you think to yourself, “Nah, I can’t say it again! It will lose all meaning!” And yet it’s such a profound little saying!

Watched the first episode of ‘Naked Education’. A much better idea for a show than ‘Naked Attraction’. The stars of the show are actually people that HATE their body or people that USED to hate their body but now LOVE it! The show will resonate with everyone because there’s not a one amongst us that loves our body. We ALL have things we HATE about our bodies. I bet even the top models have a problem with their feet or their elbows or their ears (or something trivial.) And that’s the way we’re made, we’re never happy! We all look at ‘Naked Attraction’ and think, “You’d never catch me on there! Not in a million years!” Which is why I love all the contestants on there; they don’t give a monkey’s! I wish I could be like them!

Really hope you can join me tomorrow at 1.00 p.m. for The Letter M (Pt. 5). Executive Producer: The Majestic Marion Headman. Next week’s show is already scheduled (Executive Producer: The Trouble a.k.a. MissCop Patterson-Wesker) and Sam Dimmer has the pick list so she can do The Letter M (Pt. 7).

Have a fabulous and funky Friday! I love you all. You’re probably thinking, “You don’t even know me!” but, if people can hate for no reason, why can’t I love?