Surprising a teenager with a trip to Disney (Updated 10/09)

[bizeemom4]

Forgot this one.....helps with the TOT story, doesn't it?

It's entitled "Scared on TOT (Was that my Baggalini?)"

 

[MAJ RN]

Just found your trip report. I am hooked!!! Glad to see that you and your daughter are having a great time. It is always a nice opportunity to have some mother/daughter time. Can't wait to read more.


Melissa

 

[jjk]

fantastic photos

 

[mkluvsmickey]

I just found your report and am loving it! Sounds like an incredible trip for mother and daughter. My husband is not a Disney fan so my DD8 and I have been on quite a few trips just the two of us - such a special time.

The surprise video was awesome! I was in tears watching it.

You and Chloe are adorable - you certainly look like sisters and not mother/daughter.

Chloe - I'm glad you posted. It is nice to hear your side of the story. You seem to be a great girl and it is refreshing to read that you are truly appreciative of what your mom did.

Can't wait for more!

 

[bizeemom4]

Showered, fresh and ready to impress, we rolled out of Pop on the Magic Kingdom bus around 7. We left really early for our reservation because I had a feeling that we might be too tired (or that her ankle might start bothering her) and that we would want to go straight back to the hotel after dinner.

We got to Magic Kingdom early enough to run in and get a few photopass pictures before turning around and heading to the GF. This was our first trip thru the Magic Kingdom front gate on this trip. We rushed in thru security and the turnstiles and, just as we were rounding the circle to get our first glimpse of the castle, I grabbed her hand and said “We’re HERE!” Yes, we have been in WDW for two days and two nights so far, but now that we are walking down Main Street together, we are really, REALLY here at Disney World. We held hands and walked down main street together and felt so happy to be here together, sharing in this moment…..I think I said that already, but it’s just as true at this moment as it was yesterday morning.

We walked down Main Street and waited for Photopass. Just as it was our turn, a CM selling a massive handful of balloons stopped in the hub. The balloons were in the photographer’s frame. He waited for her to move and she started to and then she stopped and sold a balloon. We waited and smiled and waited some more. It’s a little awkward to begin with to be dressed so inappropriately for a theme park. Now, we have to wait and hold the “Cheese” until balloon lady moves while everyone in line (and walking by) stares at us. She’s about to move along and oops. Someone else wants a balloon. Seriously. Balloon Lady. Take two Giant steps backward. Mother may I?

Here’s the best of what we got from our 20 minute visit to Magic Kingdom.

This has to be a record for the shortest visit to Magic Kingdom. It’s hard to leave so soon since we JUST got here and it’s our first breath of Magic Kingdom air!!

Should we take the monorail or the boat? We decide that the boat would be quicker and more fun. We depart just as it starts to sprinkle. It’s a good thing that we brought an umbrella. Chloe and I used the umbrella as a shield from the rain blowing in and tussled for space behind it all the way to the GF. Good choice to take the boat, huh?

I have never been to Narcoossee’s but it’s not difficult to find. We arrive 20 minutes early for our reservation. People without reservations are being turned away as was another party that had reservations for 9:25. We are given a pager and we go out to the deck to enjoy the view and take some photos.

I think that it was 830 when the pager went off and we went inside. We were seated at a window table with a perfect view of Magic Kingdom. I didn’t even request it! What luck….AGAIN!

As this is a two dining point per person meal and, as I already told you, I am a cheapskate, I insist that Chloe must order the most expensive items to get Mommy’s money’s worth. Chloe, darling, should Mommy get the filet and the lobster tail or whole lobster? Hmmm. Decisions, decisions. Chloe chooses the surf and turf and I get the entire lobster.

Dessert was delicious. I ordered a strawberry shortcake – not on the allearsnet.com menu - and Chloe had the mango sorbet and berries.

Dinner for two, including tax and tip came to about $175, but with dining plan, I only paid for the tip OOP. We signed the check at 9:55 and walked outside to stand on the deck to enjoy Wishes. There was a server standing guard at the door to ensure that only patrons of the restaurant were utilizing this prime viewing spot. I like that!

I videotaped the show and Miss Chloe’s reaction to it. What a great, great magical night. I called this part of the trip report Bella Notte because it really was!

Oh this is the night, it's a beautiful night
And we call it bella notte
Look at the skies, they have stars in their eyes
On this lovely bella notte.

Side by side with your loved one,
You'll find enchantment here.
The night will weave its magic spell,
When the one you love is near!

Oh this is the night, and the heavens are right
On this lovely bella notte

She’s feeling great and we decide to jump on the monorail and go into the park for some pictures after all. On our way thru the lobby of the GF, I wanted to get photos of Chloe. Someday, Chloe will be getting married here. She has already decided. Someday, I will be watching her standing here in her wedding dress.

We didn’t really want to ride anything dressed the way we were but couldn’t resist a spin on our favorite ride – the TTA.

Here we are!

We did have to get back to Pop to pack our belongings. Tomorrow we had to move on to part two of our trip – camping at the Wilderness Lodge. We bought some cinnamon rolls at the bakery for tomorrow’s breakfast and reluctantly bid adieu to our magical night. This was one of those nights that you just wish would go on forever. I think it will be one of my favorite memories.

 

[jjk]

another amazing evening

 

[bizeemom4]

I'm soooo glad that we went back in and did these. I had no idea that the castle would look so beautiful, not to mention my baby girl.

This one is on the side of the castle - the Rose Garden?

The rest were in the hub using the closest photog to the castle.

Look - I'm sooo pasty white that my arm is invisible!

 

[pooh'smate]

Sounds like you had a fabulous dinner. Can't wait to hear more about your mother, daughter trip. I hope that one day I can take my dd on a trip like this. Though it will be a little while she is only 2 (well almost 3).

 

[tink1957]

Thanks for the wonderful pics, you both look so pretty in your dresses. What a magical memory for you two. I might have to consider Narcoossee's for my next trip, the food looks yummy & the view of the fireworks sounds great.

 

[Nicole786]

My mom and I are going on a girls-only trip this december!! I cant wait to hear about the WL! that is my favorite WDW hotel!

 

[MAJ RN]

Another great update!! You both look beautiful, I love Chloe's dress. Can't wait to read more. Happy 4th.


Melissa

 

[randomdisney101]

sooo enjoying this great report hope had a good 4th of july!!

 

[disneydusted]

We are just back in town and I am all caught up on your trip! How much fun can you two have??!! I love the Chloe and the prince story! Who knew there were princes at the pools? I think you will always have this trip to look back on as such a great time! Keep writing, this is good!!

 

[mindondisney]

That sounds like a fabulous night. There are benefits to having no screaming toddlers attached to you, refusing to pose for the photopass people "just one more time." Your photos are great! The food at Narcoosee's was presented very beautifully. I will put it on my next trip list.

 

[muppetkaties]

hi!! Just wanted to let you know I have been enjoying your TR for a while now....the video totally made me cry! I would love to do that with my mom one day, but she has such trouble walking all over the parks. I will have to build up my wheel chair pushing muscles. I know we would both enjoy a trip like the two of you had!

Can't wait to read some more!!!

 

[dancergirl9589]

i need and update im soo hooked to your trip report

 

[muppetkaties]

i second that update request!!!!!

 

[Disney Brat]

I agree, we NEED more!!!

 

[disneydusted]

Yes!! I agree too! Do write more!! Your story is so much fun to read!

 

[randomdisney101]

please please PLEASE can we have some more?