**Mommy and Ayden do Disney**take two**

[daisy_77]

I loved the Toon Town portion of your report!

That is a great shot of you and Goofy!

 

[MommyWithDreams]

I'm not sure if anyone is even reading my report still....there have been some time that passes between when I'm able to update but I'm doing the best I can.

Soooo....after Toontown on day one we headed over to CA for awhile. Still not a huge fan of the park just because of the layout...but still fun in it's own little way. I have mentioned a little bit I've had some health issues going on so I really didn't ride all the rides like I did last year. So this year I missed Space Mountain, Screamin, Splash Mountain, Grizzly Rapids. Luckily DBF Chris still took Ayden on some that I would have skipped anyway like teacups and things in bugs land. Yes Bugs Land...I can't do any spinny things or things that go around and around in circles. I even hate carousels.

Chris took full advantage of the single rider line at CA. He went on it three times in a row....and was done within about 20 minutes. My son had a blast watching the take off. Can you spot Chris in the one without Ayden in it?

We ran into Dopey and Max and got some pics with them..

.Ayden rode jumpin jellyfish for the first time with Chris and loved it. His little smile is so cute in this picture.

Just a few more from our little trip to CA

After talk on the boards about the bug show my curiosity got the best of me so we went to check it out. I knew of some of the little effects that were going to happen...my son though it was hilarious. He carries a bug catcher around all summer anyway so he has no fear of bugs unfortunately. I thought it was a cute funny show....the audience reaction made it all worth it!

Here's us with our bug glasses and my favorite sign of the day.

We also did Turtle Talk with Crush...LOVE this! So when Crush asked if any kids in the audience if they had questions Aydens hand shot straight up in the air..I though uh oh....what could he think of asking. The cast member went to a little girl who said "I'm from Texas"....I can't remember what Crush's response was but...it was hilarious....just not a question and it was so appropriate for the age LOL
Next the cast member came to my son........ ready for his comment??
"I like trains"........yep...that's my son. He did though ask Crush what turtles eat which was pretty cute and I thought a great question from a 4 year old


Next to come....end of day one in Disneyland...Dinner at Rainforest
AND our time on Pirates Lair.

 

[jnjusoioa]

I just was reading over your trip report, very cute, I did to start one too, its just a matter of being back home and finding the time to do it. I love the Marching Mickey you saw in his house, I wonder how you hit that one?? If anyone knows any secrets would love to know, he didn't look like that when I was there and I would have loved to see Marching Mickey, he has been a favorite of mine since I was a wee one.

 

[jnjusoioa]

Club 33 entrance is located right next door to the entrance of the Blue Bayou in NOS.

Thank you for this info again, I found it and got a shot by it, I will have to post it then once I get my pictures.

 

[MommyWithDreams]

Short and sweet....my boyfriend caught my son and I dancing in Fantasyland. The music was just too fitting. I was twirling him and his laughter was just music to my ears. That was a memorable moment. The video is even better.

Chris and Ayden did some rides I couldn't/wouldn't/shouldn't. ::::::Sigh:::::::anyway I'm glad Ayden had someone to do these with.

We went to Rainforest Cafe for dinner. Loved by some, hated by some. We liked it...well my son loves the atmosphere anyway. Our wait wasn't long at all since someone was turning in their reservation when we were checking in. I jokingly told the guy at the front desk, "we'll take it"...he smiled and said great...right this way.
Chris got the turkey wrap....SOOOO yummy. I got the burger. it was ok. We split it and boy am I glad..that wrap was wonderful. We finished off our dinner with the Bananna's Foster...SO yummmmmmy!

Next day....our first Magic Morning!!

 

[kcbedo]

We finished off our dinner with the Bananna's Foster...SO yummmmmmy!

That looks good. I wonder if we could just stop in for desert some time.

 

[daisy_77]

I am still reading your TR! I understand about not having the time to keep updating...I started a TR awhile back and never finished.

I hope you keep posting! I love all your pics and Ayden is just a little cutie!

 

[MommyWithDreams]

Thanks Daisy....I think you might be the only one still reading.
I will definitely keep posting! Things are finally starting to look up around here. Just in time as we will be moving on the first of May. I will look forward to a break from packing to update my trip report.

 

[SoonerGirl]

Thanks Daisy....I think you might be the only one still reading.

I'm reading, just not commenting, so please keep posting! I'm really enjoying your report!

We are planning our first DL trip this summer

 

[toocherie]

I'm still here too!

 

[NWPrincess]

Oh my goodness the fun we could have!
We were really thinking about another trip though with that extra tax money that's coming. We were thinking about a Xmas time trip. I keep going back and forth though about that or for Ayden and I to visit my sister in Seattle.
Disneyland vs. Seattle...tough decision huh? lol

I'm in Seattle right now and I must say: Disneyland!!! Maybe it's because I live here...

 

[bumbershoot]

Aw, Seattle's fun, too. Just not in the same way. Gorgeous, most definitely.


I can't wait to see the pix from Pirates Lair.

How tall is Ayden at home? (obviously he's a tall kid!) Did you notice the measuring stick at Jumpin Jellyfish was "off" at all? I've heard bad things about it measuring kids shorter than they are, and I really want Eamon to go on it in May...

 

[daisy_77]

Thanks Daisy....I think you might be the only one still reading.
I will definitely keep posting! Things are finally starting to look up around here. Just in time as we will be moving on the first of May. I will look forward to a break from packing to update my trip report.

I am glad to hear things are getting better for you!
How do you like Sacramento? DH family lives in Elk Grove/Galt-area. I am not sure if you know where that is. We are both in school right now and when we are done we plan on moving out that way to be near family.

Looking forward to more report!!

 

[MommyWithDreams]

YAY...so all of you ARE still reading!!! That makes me happy!

Molly...as for Ayden..he's just shy of 44inches. I didn't take him on the jellyfish, my bf did. They actually didn't even stop him though to actually measure him so I didn't see if it was off at all. He sure loved the ride though.
Things like that just make me feel queasy the rest of the day. I love Thunder Mountain and Matterhorn...but things like teacups, jellyfish and those nasty ladybugs at DCA just really do me in.

Daisy....I was born and raised in Sacramento so I definitely know where Elk Grove/Galt area is. It's not far from me at all, about 25-30 mins south, depending on traffic. I love it here....two hours north and you're in the mountains, less than two hours from the Ocean in san Fran. I don't see myself moving anytime soon....at least not with my parents still here. Where are you going to school now?

Ok MORE tr coming soon, off to photobucket to add some more pics

 

[MommyWithDreams]

So I think I might have some days off...but I certainly didn't forget what we did. Guess that's what happens when you don't do your whole trip report right when you get home.
I was trying to go by the order of my pictures...but then I noticed that we're wearing different clothes in some so it can't be the same day...oh well.

So Tuesday was our first Magic Morning. We arrived about 20 minutes before the gates opened. The lines were VERY intimidating. But once inside it wasn't bad at all. I never got the whole cattle run at rope drop. It seemed kinda dangerous to me. We made it though to rope drop and took off like all the other crazy people. It was so fun to just skip through the hub and be like the second family through the castle. We were on the second pirate ship on Peter Pan. How FUN! I think we did every ride in Fantasyland and the Matterhorn within 30 minutes! We were in the first Storybook boat too when they opened up at 10. I swear that's the slowest moving line in the park! bah!

Here's just some fun pics...
I love the Dapper Dans..
I also love the driver of this old car. He reminds me so much of my grandpa. This picture just made me smile.

We had an early lunch at Carnation Cafe this day. Reservations were for 11:50. I couldn't wait to try the loaded baked potato soup. It was everything and MORE than I imagined. I HIGHLY reccommend trying it. We got the turkey sandwich and soup. If you get the bowl it's $2 more. I was dumb and just got the cup. Chris did the bowl and man I wanted some of his. Ayden LOVED the peanut butter pallette. Although we were close to done by the time he finished making his. After a few bites he had to pull off the marshmellows. Can't say I blame him. We all shared the Matterhorn Sundae afterwards. It was DELICIOUS too. Oscar the chef made his rounds talking to guests. He is such a nice guy. We complimented him on the soup and he brought out the recipe to us and signed it. Chris keeps saying he's going to make it....I might make it back to DLR before that happens though. ANyway...definitely have the soup if your going to DLR anytime soon.

 

[MommyWithDreams]

So as a kid I really didn't care to go to "Tom Sawyers Island". I was REALLY excited though to see the new Pirates Lair. They were still working on it last year when we were there. Ayden is really into pirates so I knew he'd have a blast. We headed over about an hour before Captain Jack was to be there so we would be sure to get pics with him this year since we didnt' last year.
I asked the raft driver about a map of the island, he said they didn't do those anymore. I was really dissapointed. Ayden's room is done in pirates so I was hoping to get one for his room but oh well. I think he was actually the rudest cast member we encountered the entire trip. He was just negative and so unfriendly towards everyone on the raft. When someone asked what time Captain Jack would be on the island he said he's on a break he'll be here soon. Chris commented on how out of character he was........he should have said Captain Jack was off drinking rum!
LOVED Molly's tips about the interactive stuff on the island. It was really a lot of fun. I won't spoil the surprises but be sure to try everything.
Take some time to really watch the pirate that seems to be in jail........he obviously has been there for awhile. Total Disney effect at it's best!
Ayden had a lot of fun just exploring the island. We just let him lead the way and followed him along. I like what they had done. I think it would be nice if there were other pirates on the island though...just "more" to do would be nice.
We decided to head back on the raft before Captain Jack came to the island. Just in time for the raft to not start! Two of the rafts wouldn't start so we were stuck on the island. It was NOT fun. We were first in line waiting and mr happy cast member was so rude once again about it not starting. I mean no big deal...it happens but he just wouldn't even speak up about what was going on. He just said "I don't know what the deal is". Just so not Disney like.
So Captain Jack wasnt coming anytime soon..he had no way to get to the Island. We saw him with other guests though by POC. Finally we got to head back........Here are some pictures though of our time on Pirates lair.

Hidden Mickeys are EVERYWHERE !!

More to come!!!

 

[phisigprincess]

I'm really enjoying your TR so far! Ayden is absolutely adorable.

 

[MommyWithDreams]

I'm really enjoying your TR so far! Ayden is absolutely adorable.

Thank you!!! I think he's pretty handsome too, he's a keeper.

 

[MommyWithDreams]

YAY...so all of you ARE still reading!!! That makes me happy!



I don't see myself moving anytime soon....at least not with my parents still here. Where are you going to school now?

Ok MORE tr coming soon, off to photobucket to add some more pics

Ok how goofy does this sound....a few posts back I said we're moving..then I say here I dont' see myself moving from here. THought I should clarify.
We are still moving within the area....only about 10 minutes from where we currently live. I am so super excited. I'll have to post pictures of our new house too!

 

[jnjusoioa]

It looks like you all had a blast on PL. I wish I would have explored it more, but I simply went over and meant Captain Jack and then went back. But hopefully next time I will explore it a little bit more.