The first trip to the first park always has a special feel to it, and when you look back on it in pictures, you can capture that feeling again. At least, I can.
The stretching room is not my favorite part of Haunted Mansion, for obvious reasons. I'm glad that it's only for a short time, and I'm always happy when the doors open. The stampede is a little much sometimes, so hanging back was probably a good thing to do.
I love a blue Florida sky making a beautiful background for the castle.
It will be interesting to watch all the Fantasyland renovations as these next couple of years go by.
The Splash Mountain area is one of my favorite places in the park. It's so shady, the theme is cute, and I like the gift shop with the roots on the ceiling and the big rockers by the fireplace.
Great update. I'll have to try to find your brick and send you a picture when we are there.