Aunt Sissy had to meet the Mears shuttle at 5:40 a.m. So, we quietly got up and got ready, and walked the 50 steps out to the front entrance. Did I tell you I love this room? A tearful goodbye. The next time I see Aunt Sissy, shell be having her baby. Its stinks that she lives in Topeka, and we live in Colorado!
Once back in the room, there was no way I was going back to sleep. Once Im up, Im up. So, I quietly shower and get ready, then make my way to Picabus for milk and donuts. When I get back, Ireland is up and wondering where Aunt Sissy was. She looked everywhere, but finally came to the conclusion that she was gone. We ate, got the kids dressed, Kimmi showered and down to the bus stop at 9:30, a little later than planned, but missing that one set of hands made quite a difference.
We were headed to Animal Kingdom. We really werent planning of riding much, mostly picture taking (remember reason #1 for going) and letting Ireland explore the animals, which she loves. A bus quickly arrived as soon as we got there, but it was a Magic Kingdom bus. Then Downtown Disney, then Magic Kingdom, etc. This went on for awhile. Finally an AK bus arrived, only to be too full for our mega stroller to fit, so we wait some more. An hour later, no AK bus. We finally decided to walk to the Boardwalk, since Ireland was getting antsy, and try our luck there. The busses usually stop there first, so if an AK bus did arrive, at least wed have room.
We finally boarded a bus at the Boardwalk at 11:15, an hour and 45 minutes after we started trying to find a bus. This was the first time we had trouble. So, we arrive at AK ready to eat. And decide to try the Flametree Barbeque. My husband is not a barbeque fan, so Ive never eaten here. Another good thing about eating at AK, is that its about the only place we can use the DDE card and get 20% off. I find a table down a winding path, tucked away, not far from the water and we have a wonderful meal. Chloe sleeps and Ireland devours my chicken. Then we head toward Africa. Our main goal is the baby station, so Chloe can eat in air conditioning, and, on the way, Ireland falls asleep. So, we go in, and Kimmi feeds Chloe, Ireland sleeps and I go out and take some great pics.
I return in ½ hour to find Ireland still sleeping, Chloe sated and Kimmi enjoying the air conditioning. We walk out and head toward Asia, via Harambe. When Ireland wakes up, we are nearing Expedition Everest, but the fastpasses are all gone and the stand by line is over an hour long. Bummer. We didnt figure either of us would get to ride it, but we were kind of hoping. The theming of this area is so cool. You really feel like youve stepped out of space and landed smack dab in the middle of a village at the foot of Mt. Everest. Really cool.
We continue walking around and end up in Dinoland U.S.A. Kimmi and Ireland ride Triceratop Spin, and Ireland, of course, loves it.
Next up? A Mickey bar. I love these little treats. They taste so good when youre hot and sticky. As you can see, Ireland loved it too.
By now, Ive taken all the pics I need here, so we decide to head over to Magic Kingdom. Ireland already had a nap, over an hour, so were good to go. We go through the stroller aerobics, sit down and enjoy the drive.
Upon arrival at MK, Chloe is hungry, but the Share a Dream Come True parade has started. We make it to the baby center by the Crystal Palace. I feed Chloe, and Ireland and Kimmi watch the parade. Ireland saw Alice in Wonderland, and was convinced it was Aunt Sissy. She ran out and Kimmi had to catch her. No pics of her interaction with the characters here, since I was with Chloe, but Kimmi said Ireland had a ball, and danced the entire parade.
When I first arrived at the baby center, it was empty and peaceful. However, as soon as the parade was over, it was likes ants on a log, kids everywhere. Im sorry, but this was no place to let your kids run amuck. Poor Ireland got knocked over, sat on, things thrown at her. Where were the parents? Changing younger kids, feeding younger kids, etc. Hello, cant someone else watch the older ones? Ireland handled it well, and we left as soon as both were changed and fed. Man, I was exhausted by the time we left there.
We wandered Adventureland and Kimmi purchased herself a t-shirt. She had been so cautious to slather Ireland and Chloe with sunscreen and keeping them in the shade, but she neglected to put some on herself, and she was crispy. So, a lightweight t-shirt was in order. We continued through Adventureland, and Kimmi and Ireland tried the Tiki Birds.
Ireland didnt like it. Well, its not that she didnt like it, she just didnt really notice it. Kimmi said the entire show she played with Kimmis hair. Kind of a waste of time. While they were in the Tiki birds, I got some great pics and, what did Chloe do? She slept, but this time in the stroller.
We walked to Frontierland, and noticed Ireland was really quiet. Low and behold, the little angel was asleep again. Two naps in one day, wow!! More picture taking ensued. Then we saw Jessie. Now, there was one character that we knew Ireland would love, and that is Jessie. Irelands room, at Nanas house, is western themed. We figured that could be pretty unisex, if any of my future grandkids were boys. We purchased a small Jessie doll, to put on a shelf, but it spends most of the time with Ireland. She loves Jessie. She doesnt watch tv, but reads books and plays with toys. Her Jessie doll is her favorite, so we knew she would love meeting her. However, Ireland was sound asleep. And, you know what they say, Dont wake a sleeping lion, er, I mean baby. So, we walk right past Jessie and didnt tell Ireland what she missed. Onto Fantasyland with more picture taking. A few pics of the inside of the castle (I sure wish we could see more, but it's all blocked off due to Cinderellabration!)
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but first a quick pic of the Cinderella fountain behind the castle.
And then we continued on a little path to the left of the castle as youre heading out. Id never been here before, and it as really nice.
We stumbled on Belles Fairytale Garden and took some pics. Id always wanted to find this little theater, but had never taken the time, and here it was. As we emerged from this little path, Cinderellabration started. We stood and watched (of course, taking pics
) while Ireland continued to sleep. She woke up after about 5 minutes, but was not interested on the show. We were getting hungry, and Kimmi wanted the Kona Café one more time, so we headed that way.
Monorailed on over,
put our name in and had about a 20 minute wait. There was a singer/guitar player entertaining the crowd and we really enjoyed listening. Ireland danced, Chloe ate and we relaxed. Then our little flying saucer flashed and vibrated to signal that our table was ready.
What a nice dinner, and 20% off thanks to the DDE card. From here we headed to Epcot, via the monorail (you know, anything to avoid the bus!) It was nearing 9:00, so we were just going to walk through, which we did. Then we took the boat back to the Swan/Dolphin.
This was such a fun day, but we didnt really do much. Ireland got plenty of rest, I took a ton of pics, and we enjoyed the ambience that is Disney. Kimmis feet really, really hurt by this night. The fake crocs didnt help much and she had huge blisters. I felt bad for her since I never have feet issues at WDW. She was happy to put her feet up when we got back to the room.
Whats up for tomorrow? Well, we have to go home, but our Mears shuttle doesnt come until 4:00 p.m., so well hit MGM in the a.m. Stay tuned for the cutest pics youve ever seen in a Disney trip report!!!
is priceless.
but the timing was pretty good. Just think if that stomach bug got you in Disney. Glad you had a great time with the girls. I'll be looking for the next report about your stay at the Boardwalk. 
