Disney Trip: Part IV

We spent part of day 3 in the Animal Kingdom which was a really fun park. I wish we could have stayed longer but we were all ready for a nap by the early afternoon. We missed out on the Jingle Jungle Parade, a few rides, and The Festival of the Lion King...maybe next time.

The Tree of Life.

There is an owl carved on there, but we never had a chance to walk around to find it.

He is too cute and one of my favs from LK. We got several character pics at this park as the lines were not too long.

Asia...so pretty.

Expedition Everest in Asia...I really liked this ride...the family did not care for it. Also, after watching many tv shows and other videos, I knew that a Yeti was going to jump out at us during the ride...it did not...I am kind of glad because I still would have screamed! I researched it online and found that it is broken. :( They are working on it though. All they do right now is have a fan and lights on it to appear like it is moving, but I didn't even notice that.

Just waiting for the ride to see the Yeti.

We went to Africa to go on a safari! I loved seeing all the animals and the ride on the bus was fun, too. I took tons of pictures, but I just picked a few of my favorites and one that Jessica took, too.

Another group ahead of us.

Big crocs!

Such a cute little guy!

Elephants! I love the little one. :)

Roar!

Trying to hide.

We went to see Nemo the Musical and it was really cute. I would go see this one again.

I did wait in line to see Minnie! I was hoping she would be dressed in safari clothes but I guess since it was around Christmas she was not.

We got this picture in front of the tree of life on our way out of the park...I love all the greens!

Disney Trip: Part III

We spent all day Monday at Epcot and did not get to see/do everything...it is just not possible!!

This was before riding Test Track which is so fun! Even the parents liked it! Another fun ride in Epcot is Soarin' which we all enjoyed. I still like the Figment ride just because it was my favorite there when I was 6. :)

In the country section of Epcot they had storytellers at most of the countries sharing their story of Christmas. I only got to see 2 because of time, but I think it is something fun to do while there during Christmas.

Germany has a glass blower making ornaments! I had planned to buy one and really I don't know why I did not.

Jason and Jessica in Mexico. We ate dinner there and it was fabulous!

The most in character Snow White I have ever met.

Snow White: What's your name? (all said in the perfect Snow White voice)

Me: Sara

Snow White: Well, hello Princess Sara!

I hope she didn't see me roll my eyes! I really just wanted a picture with cute Dopey!

Donald!

The Candlelight Processional which was amazing! The guest speaker our night who read the Christmas story in between songs was Monique from HSM!

They have guest choirs from all over the country perform.

Mom with a gingerbread house!

This might be one of my favorite pictures of the whole trip. Can you find the hidden Mickey?

After the candlelight processional was the firework/laser light show. It was really late, but my mom, dad, and I stayed for it. It was another great show!

Our next adventure would take us to Asia and Africa in the Animal Kingdom!

Disney Trip: Part II

Once arriving to our resort for the week, we grabbed a quick bite and then headed straight for Hollywood Studios (MGM). We didn't have much time there and probably should have gone back another day to catch up on all we missed, but I guess that means we will have to go back! Everything we did there was a lot of fun...the shows were really amazing!

On the bed in the room!!

Look dad, you can smile!

One of many bus rides to the parks...a great service except when there are not enough people to ride and they never come get you...another story for another day. The boat became the best option later in the week.

What a way to start off a Disney Vacation...they were having a block party bash/parade as soon as we walked in this park.

Dancing in the street!

Does Jason look scared? He might just be since we were about to get on the Hollywood Tower of Terror ride which was not bad at all! It was actually pretty fun!

Just the girls went to see a 30 min. Beauty and the Beast show. It was so cute! The guys went to check out the star wars ride and a show that ended up being for kids.

This was from Fantasmic...another show. It was amazing! I did more video of this because it worked better than taking pictures since it was so dark, and they used some black lights during part of it. Glad I did the videos because it went great into the DVD I made of our trip! Also, found some hidden Mickey's while watching!

The boat at the end with all the characters celebrating! One of my favorite parts!

This show is a must see for sure! I would go back to see it again!

In a store window...they were dancing and just too cute!

I made the mistake of not making reservations for every table service meal just because I couldn't decide and other reasons, so our first dinner was after 9pm, but it was in our resort! As soon as we received our dinner, they made everyone get up and do the hokey poky (pictured below). I also got some great video footage of the little dance! It was a fun place to eat as the waiters and waitresses were funny and made people do some silly things.

Once arriving to our room, all of our luggage had been delivered...another perk to riding the magical express! We were so very tired by the end of the first day and our adventure had only just begun! The next day would take us to Epcot!

Stay tuned!

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!

(Yes, we have on matching PJ's!)

Disney Trip: Part I

I have been patiently waiting many days to write this post and the ones that follow. I waited patiently for my computer to be repaired for the second time since buying it a year ago and then waited patiently for the Internet to work. Well, now is the time and so much has happened since we returned from our Disney vacation last week that I will forever be behind on blog posting.

We left last Saturday for Memphis, so we could get to the airport on time Sunday morning. We were in beautiful, warm Florida until Thursday when we were welcomed back to TN with cold weather and rain. Friday night we all went to Jessica's graduation and then Saturday I left for Nashville to spend time with some of my OT classmates to do a little shopping and for our 2nd annual Christmas Extravaganza (which deserves a post...coming soon!). There will be lots to blog about in the coming days and Christmas, too!

This is what we get when we say "Dad, smile!" More fun pics of "Dad, smile!" coming soon!

This is what Jason does any time he flies...goes to SB and then watches people pass through security. Fun!

"Who's excited?!?!"


On our way to find the magical express!!

Dad and Jason in line to get our Magical express passes!

Waiting...

...and waiting!

Boarding the magical express...definitely the way to go to Disney!

On the magical express...ready to see Mickey!

We were so ready to get to D.W. It had been 19+ years since our last trip and being the Disney fan that I am, that is a very long time to wait. I don't think I can wait that long next time. This was also our first family vacation in ages, and it was to celebrate my graduation in May and Jessica's this month! We (I) started planning over a year ago for this trip!!

This is just part one of the Disney vacation...get ready because it might be a wild ride! There are Christmas presents to wrap and finish making...it is Christmas Eve after all, so you all will have to wait for the rest of the Disney adventure. Until then...have a Merry Christmas!