The song, "Vacation," sung some time ago by the Go-Gos still rings true. If there is one thing that I've needed, it is a vacation! Although I love Replacements, Ltd. and its wonderful products, it is still my job and who doesn't want to escape from their jobs occasionally.
This year, after celebrating the end of school (and my school career), I decided to visit Disney World and the Dolphin/Swan resort. This was definitely no "kid's get-away." My days were spent lounging by the grotto and waterfalls at the resort and my evenings were spent eating the culinary art of Todd English and Wolfgang Puck. I read several books, including Markus Zusak's The Book Thief. I strolled Disney's Board Walk and visited Downtown Disney's "Pleasure Island."
Aside from Disney entertainment and character dining, I visited Universal Studios "Islands of Adventure" and dared to ride the monster roller coasters "Dueling Dragons" and "The Incredible Hulk." The highlight of my visit to Universal was the "Spiderman" simulator ride.
Disney's Dolphin/Swan Resort was designed by Michael Graves, the famed designer of many Target Products. The two-resorts-in-one have buildings that face each other. Atop of each of the buildings are giant sculptures of swans and dolphins. The dolphins look very much like the dolphins that are seen on traditional English china, especially Wedgwood. I immediately recognized the unorthodox representation of the dolphin. The image at this link is taken from Wedgwood's "Drabware." I laughed throughout the week as people would comment that the dolphins atop the resort looked nothing like an actual dolphin.
As much as I enjoyed my vacation, it is great to be back at work. I have a lot on my plate in the coming days. Another newsletter is about to be transmitted and there is much to prepare for. So, I might as well dig right in.
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