The watch is limited to 250 pieces, came in a cool box. You’ll notice that the watch also features the infamous Spaceship Earth wand!

After spending what must be the equivalent of a years rent in Manhattan, we headed out to catch the rope drop and to the arena for viewing the re-dedication. We actually stayed off to the side and had great seats outside Innoventions East’s south door. After the spectacle, the “Celebration” crew got together for a photo… Several of the Epcot dignitaries got into the photo as well…

I lost my cellphone early in the day. I’m not sure where it was… that’s why I used the word “lost”. I checked with guest services and at all the attractions I had visited but had no luck. Oh, well.

Like the previous nights ride on Soarin’ the Celebration crew met for a group ride on “Journey into your imagination” and the American Adventure. We also sat in on Marty Sklar’s eye-opening look back on the first 25 years of Epcot.

My friends and I had dinner at the Italian restaurant (Tutto Italia which replaced Alfredo’s) and were joined by Lonnie, a host at the American Adventure. His energy and passion for his work are extremely notable. Any chance to talk with Lonnie is recommended.

After dinner, we took in Illuminations with the special tag, but not before getting drenched by a sudden rainstorm. We sought cover under a six inch overhang at one of the “food and wine festival” stands. Needless to say, the overhang was not enough to protect us at all. Walt’s weather in full force, it stopped just in time for Illuminations. It was phenomenal, making me forget how gross my clothing felt.