Hi Gemma!
I'm late to the party, but loved what I have read so far.
What a dilemma about choosing between YC/BC CL. I think you made a good call.
What a bummer about all of the rain and all of the downed rides during your MK visit. Were you ever able to use your couple of "anytime" FP? I have to agree with you about favorite rides- Peter Pan and Big Thunder.
I swear I am always learning something new. I didn't know about the glass-blowing on Main Street. I don't spend much time shopping when at Disney so I am not in the shops often. When I was working, one of my largest clients was a boutique glass company and I got to tour their factory on one visit. It was fascinating!
What a super birthday basket for your mum!
LOL at the Universal Years. I TOTALLY know what you mean. I am there right now with my teen boys.
We had a similar experience with La Hacienda. It was our favorite meal in July 2013, then my husband and I dined there again in October 2016. It was ok, but not nearly the magical first meal we had there.
I have done the Behind the Seeds tour. I really liked it. I'll post a link here to my trip report chapter.
OMG, I love your mouse ears and especially the picture of them framing Spaceship Earth!