The first week of June my parents took my family to Florida to go to Disney. It was sort of a retirement gift from my parents, but mainly a great excuse for them to pretend we were all young again and take us on all the fun rides. Or maybe it was because they wanted to see their 4 year old granddaughter's eyes light up when she met the princesses. Something they could never have afforded for their own daughters at that age. Either way it was FUN! We had a blast. Each day was full running non-stop. We went to one of the parks for 6 days straight! Crazy when you are toting around a 16 month old and a pregnant woman who is feeling quite sick still. But we made it and had fun the whole way! Some of my favorite highlights:
-the light parade and fireworks show at the Magic Kingdom. Mackenzie was in awe (as were the rest of us) when Tinkerbell flew from the top of the castle across the park on a wire!! Too cool!!
-riding rides with my partner...Nate...any ride I could go on (while being pregnant) he could go on too!
-Hearing about Mackenzie riding roller coasters - hands high in the air and laughing!
-eating hot dogs with my sisters, mom, and kids at "Kacey's Grill" on main street.
-nursing Nate in the Baby Station and watching him fall fast asleep; only to remain that way for the next 2 hours as we strolled the park.
-meeting all the princesses, pooh, tigger, and of course Mickey and Minnie. Mackenzie loved getting them to "sign in" in her autograph book.
-riding "Dumbo the flying elephant" at midnight with my mom and kids. Truly Magical.
-Watching Dad buy Mackenzie a huge round lollipop at the Confection Shop. Just like he did for me when we spent a day at Disney Land when I was 4.
-waking each morning only to slather sunscreen on 9 people. We didn't mind being a bit greasy.
-sleeping 9 people in a tight space.
And my number one moment...
-Watching Mackenzie get turned into a princess...literally. She was dressed like Belle, head to toe. Complete with make-up, nail polish, and a gorgeous hair-do. Let me note that she kept that hair up for 48 hours...not wanting to take it down. She told me she wanted to leave her hair like that "forever". She is such a diva.
Okay, so I can't possibly remember it all. But those are some highlights! I can't wait to go back!
We also got to go to the beach in FL! What a treat! Mackenzie loved swimming in it. Nathan loved fishing with his little pole...standing at the water's edge was all he needed! We got kicked out a bit early due to rain, but it was so much fun. I'm thinking a beach vacation should be in my future.
I haven't downloaded vacation pics yet, but when I do...I'll post a few of my faves.
8 years ago
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