“I solemnly swear that I am up to no good” I whispered to myself while walk/running to World of Disney. I was ready to do some damage.
There were tens of hundreds of new items for the 50th anniversary, and I had not seen a single one in person. I blew my way through the store, picking up merchandise as I went, and not even considering how much all of this would cost. After an hour or so I made my way into the long line of other greedy patrons with arms loaded. Finally, I arrived to the counter and dropped my items down. The cast member rang up each item and delivered a not-so shocking total. I expertly swiped my debit card and waited for the approval.
Declined.
What the f—. How was it declined? It was my debit card, and I knew that I had plenty of money in it. I tried again. Denied. Checked my pin. Declined. What in the hell was going on? I pulled out my phone and checked my banking app only to find that my CARD HAD BEEN LOCKED. Password protected. The only possible culprit of this ultimate betrayal had to be my husband. “Divorce him” ran through my head.
No wait. Too drastic. I took a calming breath, looked the cast member in the eye, and explained my predicament. She laughed and replied that this was not the first time she had seen this happen. I solemnly nodded my head and walked away from the checkout counter empty handed.
I have officially been put on debit-card restriction.
Now having shared this with you all-I think it would be quite cathartic to write about the items that I lost forever.
1. 50th Anniversary ears
The bow, the pattern, and the celebration of 50 years with the happiest place on earth. What’s not to love? I NEEDED THEM MORE THAN ANYTHING I HAVE EVER SEEN BEFORE.
(Check Shop Disney after 10/1)
2. Disney Tiki Room Women’s Rain Jacket
This was a MUST. I have seen the jacket a handful of times since it was released, and I always kick myself when I don’t buy it. But today was going to be THE DAY I remedied that. If anyone wants to grab one for me – venmo me at @tikiroomismybae123455
3. Starbucks Epcot Mug
Do I have 10 other Starbucks Disney mugs? Yes. Do I even drink coffee? No. So do I actually need this mug? Uhm duh.
4. Mickey Plushes
(I did arrange these stuffed animals to look like a Mickey sandwich with two lovely Minnies) Hot-dog Mickey is a player. I could have purchased just one but that’s boring.
5. Popcorn Disney Ears
Do I even need to explain these? They are, obviously, the most adorable ears that Disney has ever made. I saw them and I AsCEndEd.
6. 50th Castle Ornament
I really needed a reason to *actually* put up my Christmas tree this year. MY PLAN was to pin all of my hopes and dreams on hanging up this one ornament. That way I might have been able to convince myself that I would never be truly happy until I saw that glass ornament proudly displayed on the Christmas tree that I don’t actually have.
7. Disney Baking Molds
I don’t bake often, but when I do, it needs to be with a Disney baking mold. (Pick up yours here)
8. Minnie Demin Jacket/Shirt.
Obviously, all of the cool kids wear Minnie denim. So this was a must have.
8. 50th Anniversary Leggings in a Child’s Size.
They would be “aspirational.”
9. Crocs
I legimately almost threw up just typing the word. Crocs are, by far, the ugliest wardrobe choice to date. I would not be caught dead in them normally. HOWEVER, I saw the 50th anniversary pair and I. almost. DIED. I had to have them. I would never be caught dead wearing them outside of my home, but I just knew that I needed to buy them and leave them in my closet to collect dust. I could not imagine my life without them. They were the sun, and I had only lived in darkness.
Anyways. I guess I have to figure out how to get out of “debit card jail.” Meanwhile leave a comment below of the name of a good lawyer if you have one. I’m still considering my options.
Basically yours,
Ariel
