What can I say... It was a perfect 11 days...Well almost
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Day 8 - 12/11
Wow! What a day! I think I forgot to tell you about how much the boys loved watching Tink fly around Tinkerbells Treasures on our day at the MK. They just knew that she would leave there at night, come to deliver the tickets, and then go back to her store. Sean had been asking to go back, so I told him we would.
Youve been there once, but theres much you havent seen! Go have breakfast with Cinderella and the Fairy Godmother! Tink
Off we went for an 8:05am ADR at Cinderellas Castle. It was beautiful up there. We were the second family seated, so we had a window view and could look out on the park. Since its a plated meal instead of buffet, we finished quickly. The boys took pics with the princesses. Ryan loved seeing Mary again, in her red and white dress, and Sean really cozied up to Belle.
We then headed downstairs. Turned out, we were really early. It was only 8:40am, so we were standing at that rope with one other couple (both adults) and Im wondering if the magic would be with us for the boys to wake up tink. Having read the antics of that event on this board, I wasnt even going to tell the boys about that possibility. I told them that, when the rope dropped, they were to walk, NOT run, to Tinks Treasures, so we could see Tink flying around the room. There were a few additional people when the CM dropped that rope, but no one headed to Tinks treasures. We walked in and I asked if shed been woken yet. The CM said no and gave both the boys a sword. She positioned them around Tinks box and told them to tap it 3 times, while repeating Wake up Tink. They did and she did and I did (cry that is.) The looks on their faces... Remember me telling you that if half of what Id wished for actually happened, and I got pictures, Id be happy. I just couldnt hold the tears in, anymore. I was so happy for them.
I guess I should tell you that, Im the child of an alcoholic. We just didnt do things like this when I was growing up. There were not magical moments, at least none that werent overshadowed by something else. So, yes, I guess you could say Im reliving my childhood through my children. How I would have adored to wake up Tink as a young girl.
We stood and watched her for a bit and we all took turns watching her through the keyhole, also. We then set out for Adventureland since we hadnt been there yet. We did the treehouse, Aladdins carpets and the Pirates of the Caribbean. Peter Pan was going to be out at 10:00pm, just across the way. Ryan was Peter for Halloween this year and our new puppy, who was sent to us from Heaven, by our beloved Leia, whom we lost to cancer in June, is named Petey. So we HAD to meet Peter. We got off the ride and DH and the boys walked to where Peter would be, to wait. I had to speak with the CM at the register and then I met up with them just before Peter and Wendy came out. Ryan and Sean loved it.
After doing the whole autograph/pic thing, I told them I needed to go to the potty, so we re-entered the POTC gift shop. The CM at the register finished ringing someone up, then turned to the boys and asked if they were Ryan and Sean. They said they were and she told them that Tink had just stopped by and dropped off two pirate guns for them. (What do you know? The boys had just been looking at those earlier!) Their mouths were on the floor. We headed to the Jungle Cruise and they played with the guns in line. We finished up Adventureland and headed to Big Thunder Mountain because Ryan wanted to ride again. WHAT? Sean and I waited and I got some great pics of Ryan with a huge smile and his arms in the air.
And then it happened. About the time we got to Liberty Square, it began to rain. Richard had watched the news and there was no mention of rain, so the ponchos were where? At the room. $26.00 later we had Mickey ponchos. Seans nose was really runny and he was developing a cough, so Richard and Sean went back to the room. Ryan and I grabbed lunch at Harbor House? I think that was it. Then we did Haunted Mansion. We made our way to Tomorrowland and rode what? SPACE MOUNTAIN! And Ryans response? THAT WAS AWESOME! Lets do it again! This is the same child we were peeling his fingers off the railings at Star Tours, remember? LOL
We did Buzz and then Richard called to say that Sean wanted to come back and do the Indy cars again and Dumbo. I realized I had left me Dining Experience card at the castle that morning, so we met them at Dumbo, or we were going to. As we walked by the Sword and the Stone, I realized it was starting in a few moments, so Ryan and I waited. Merlin came out and signed a few autographs, since he said he was early. We chatted a bit and I called Richard to let him know where we were. They came over a little later, after they got off Dumbo. So the show is going and the rod is choosing. And, if happened. I didnt think I could hold it in. Ryan got picked to be Temporary Ruler of the Realm. He was shocked and excited and I cried, again, as I took pictures. So glad Richard got there in time to see it. Sean was upset, but Ryan let Sean wear the medal for a bit, so that made him happy. I just couldnt believe this day. Waking Tink, riding Space Mountain, and Temporary Ruler. Wow! See, tinks magic really was working.
We went and rode the cars and then had to head out, as it was a MVMCP night and the park closed at 6:00pm. We grabbed Chilis to go on the way to the room and slept like babies, dreaming of our magical day. And, also, sad, because it was to soon going to end.
Wow! What a day! I think I forgot to tell you about how much the boys loved watching Tink fly around Tinkerbells Treasures on our day at the MK. They just knew that she would leave there at night, come to deliver the tickets, and then go back to her store. Sean had been asking to go back, so I told him we would.
Youve been there once, but theres much you havent seen! Go have breakfast with Cinderella and the Fairy Godmother! Tink
Off we went for an 8:05am ADR at Cinderellas Castle. It was beautiful up there. We were the second family seated, so we had a window view and could look out on the park. Since its a plated meal instead of buffet, we finished quickly. The boys took pics with the princesses. Ryan loved seeing Mary again, in her red and white dress, and Sean really cozied up to Belle.
We then headed downstairs. Turned out, we were really early. It was only 8:40am, so we were standing at that rope with one other couple (both adults) and Im wondering if the magic would be with us for the boys to wake up tink. Having read the antics of that event on this board, I wasnt even going to tell the boys about that possibility. I told them that, when the rope dropped, they were to walk, NOT run, to Tinks Treasures, so we could see Tink flying around the room. There were a few additional people when the CM dropped that rope, but no one headed to Tinks treasures. We walked in and I asked if shed been woken yet. The CM said no and gave both the boys a sword. She positioned them around Tinks box and told them to tap it 3 times, while repeating Wake up Tink. They did and she did and I did (cry that is.) The looks on their faces... Remember me telling you that if half of what Id wished for actually happened, and I got pictures, Id be happy. I just couldnt hold the tears in, anymore. I was so happy for them.
I guess I should tell you that, Im the child of an alcoholic. We just didnt do things like this when I was growing up. There were not magical moments, at least none that werent overshadowed by something else. So, yes, I guess you could say Im reliving my childhood through my children. How I would have adored to wake up Tink as a young girl.
We stood and watched her for a bit and we all took turns watching her through the keyhole, also. We then set out for Adventureland since we hadnt been there yet. We did the treehouse, Aladdins carpets and the Pirates of the Caribbean. Peter Pan was going to be out at 10:00pm, just across the way. Ryan was Peter for Halloween this year and our new puppy, who was sent to us from Heaven, by our beloved Leia, whom we lost to cancer in June, is named Petey. So we HAD to meet Peter. We got off the ride and DH and the boys walked to where Peter would be, to wait. I had to speak with the CM at the register and then I met up with them just before Peter and Wendy came out. Ryan and Sean loved it.
After doing the whole autograph/pic thing, I told them I needed to go to the potty, so we re-entered the POTC gift shop. The CM at the register finished ringing someone up, then turned to the boys and asked if they were Ryan and Sean. They said they were and she told them that Tink had just stopped by and dropped off two pirate guns for them. (What do you know? The boys had just been looking at those earlier!) Their mouths were on the floor. We headed to the Jungle Cruise and they played with the guns in line. We finished up Adventureland and headed to Big Thunder Mountain because Ryan wanted to ride again. WHAT? Sean and I waited and I got some great pics of Ryan with a huge smile and his arms in the air.
And then it happened. About the time we got to Liberty Square, it began to rain. Richard had watched the news and there was no mention of rain, so the ponchos were where? At the room. $26.00 later we had Mickey ponchos. Seans nose was really runny and he was developing a cough, so Richard and Sean went back to the room. Ryan and I grabbed lunch at Harbor House? I think that was it. Then we did Haunted Mansion. We made our way to Tomorrowland and rode what? SPACE MOUNTAIN! And Ryans response? THAT WAS AWESOME! Lets do it again! This is the same child we were peeling his fingers off the railings at Star Tours, remember? LOL
We did Buzz and then Richard called to say that Sean wanted to come back and do the Indy cars again and Dumbo. I realized I had left me Dining Experience card at the castle that morning, so we met them at Dumbo, or we were going to. As we walked by the Sword and the Stone, I realized it was starting in a few moments, so Ryan and I waited. Merlin came out and signed a few autographs, since he said he was early. We chatted a bit and I called Richard to let him know where we were. They came over a little later, after they got off Dumbo. So the show is going and the rod is choosing. And, if happened. I didnt think I could hold it in. Ryan got picked to be Temporary Ruler of the Realm. He was shocked and excited and I cried, again, as I took pictures. So glad Richard got there in time to see it. Sean was upset, but Ryan let Sean wear the medal for a bit, so that made him happy. I just couldnt believe this day. Waking Tink, riding Space Mountain, and Temporary Ruler. Wow! See, tinks magic really was working.
We went and rode the cars and then had to head out, as it was a MVMCP night and the park closed at 6:00pm. We grabbed Chilis to go on the way to the room and slept like babies, dreaming of our magical day. And, also, sad, because it was to soon going to end.
IamCourtney
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I'm from Spring! Born and raised! Graduated from Oak Ridge HS...ok, I'm from north Spring, but still...its Spring.
I live in Orlando now, but I have to say that I like Space Center Houston better, too. More to do and just seems more interesting.
I think the bird shows elsewhere are better than at AK, so don't worry that you missed anything spectacular. (My dad was one of the original carpenters at the Texas Ren Fest and also headed the food stuff when it first opened way back when. I know some of the performers and vendors.)
Your enthusiasm as a park newbie is awesome! You really seem to "get it". You can't make magic happen, but if you let it, it will.
I live in Orlando now, but I have to say that I like Space Center Houston better, too. More to do and just seems more interesting.
I think the bird shows elsewhere are better than at AK, so don't worry that you missed anything spectacular. (My dad was one of the original carpenters at the Texas Ren Fest and also headed the food stuff when it first opened way back when. I know some of the performers and vendors.)
Your enthusiasm as a park newbie is awesome! You really seem to "get it". You can't make magic happen, but if you let it, it will.
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Wow! I love your trip reports! It's so sweet what 'Tink' is doing for your boys! I can't blame you for crying one bit!
Thanks for sharin' and I can't wait for more!
Thanks for sharin' and I can't wait for more!
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Now this is how its supposed to be. You are a wonderful pixie dust filled person and I hope those boys appreciate the magic you put in one day (of course for now it was all Tink) I got to wake up Tink with my DD5 this January and it is a very special moment when they can't believe their eyes as the light flashes round the room. So enjoying this report,
Claire xx
Claire xx
Thanks to everyone for your compliments. You are really sweet. I just did what I knew I would have enjoyed as a child. They lose that innocence way too quickly, these days.
Day 9 - 12/12
Well, by the evening, both boys had major coughs and runny noses. I knew this trip could not be perfect. Neither were running fevers, but I began giving them meds every 6 hours and watching Ryan closely. You see, Ryan has had 7 febrile seizures, most at temps of only 100 F. He now takes seizure meds because he has had 4 this year that are not related to fevers, including one a week before we headed on vacation. So, I told the boys that I didnt know if Tink would know they were sick and wed have to see what she was inviting us to do for Monday. Her ticket said:
Today is a day of relaxation.
Go to the ocean and see what lives there.
Have a Magical Day!
Tink
It was cold and we obviously were NOT going to the ocean. I really wish we could have. I had Junior Ranger books all printed and ready to go, but...
So what to do. We had ressies at Chef Mickeys at 7:40am, so we went ahead and did that. We then decided to ride the monorail, which we had not really done, other than from TTC to MK. So we asked and were granted the wish of riding up front on the resort monorail. We rode it from the Contemporary to Grand Floridian, then moved to a different car so another family could ride up front, back to the Contemporary. Sean was about to burst, he was so excited with his co-pilots license and such. Being that he loves trains so much, it was perfect for him. We then headed to downtown Disney and saw Narnia. Remember, Ryan said after seeing the display at MGM that we HAD to go see it. Well, the movie was awesome. Followed the book almost perfectly! We loved it and it was great because hardly no one was in the theatre on a Monday morning. Afterwards, they boys said they were feeling better and it had warmed up a little, so we headed to Epcot so they could see Turtle Talk again. I finally forced myself to ride Mission: Space while they waited for Crush. What was I scared of? It was really neat and all, but I didnt think it was as much fun as Space Mountain. Anyway, I headed back over to Crush and waited for them to come out. Turned out both boys got to speak with Crush that time, so they were happy. We had discussed riding Soarin again, but the wait was too long. We had also talked about riding the monorail from Epcot to MK, doing Buzz, cars and Space Mountain, but I swear, the temp had dropped 10-15 degrees since we arrived, so we elected to ride the monorail roundtrip and head back to the room. Turned out, we waited for one monorail and then we got to ride up front, all the way to MK. We headed back to the room and I began pulling out the clothes for the next two days and packing everything else. The trip was coming to an end and I was really sad.
Day 9 - 12/12
Well, by the evening, both boys had major coughs and runny noses. I knew this trip could not be perfect. Neither were running fevers, but I began giving them meds every 6 hours and watching Ryan closely. You see, Ryan has had 7 febrile seizures, most at temps of only 100 F. He now takes seizure meds because he has had 4 this year that are not related to fevers, including one a week before we headed on vacation. So, I told the boys that I didnt know if Tink would know they were sick and wed have to see what she was inviting us to do for Monday. Her ticket said:
Today is a day of relaxation.
Go to the ocean and see what lives there.
Have a Magical Day!
Tink
It was cold and we obviously were NOT going to the ocean. I really wish we could have. I had Junior Ranger books all printed and ready to go, but...
So what to do. We had ressies at Chef Mickeys at 7:40am, so we went ahead and did that. We then decided to ride the monorail, which we had not really done, other than from TTC to MK. So we asked and were granted the wish of riding up front on the resort monorail. We rode it from the Contemporary to Grand Floridian, then moved to a different car so another family could ride up front, back to the Contemporary. Sean was about to burst, he was so excited with his co-pilots license and such. Being that he loves trains so much, it was perfect for him. We then headed to downtown Disney and saw Narnia. Remember, Ryan said after seeing the display at MGM that we HAD to go see it. Well, the movie was awesome. Followed the book almost perfectly! We loved it and it was great because hardly no one was in the theatre on a Monday morning. Afterwards, they boys said they were feeling better and it had warmed up a little, so we headed to Epcot so they could see Turtle Talk again. I finally forced myself to ride Mission: Space while they waited for Crush. What was I scared of? It was really neat and all, but I didnt think it was as much fun as Space Mountain. Anyway, I headed back over to Crush and waited for them to come out. Turned out both boys got to speak with Crush that time, so they were happy. We had discussed riding Soarin again, but the wait was too long. We had also talked about riding the monorail from Epcot to MK, doing Buzz, cars and Space Mountain, but I swear, the temp had dropped 10-15 degrees since we arrived, so we elected to ride the monorail roundtrip and head back to the room. Turned out, we waited for one monorail and then we got to ride up front, all the way to MK. We headed back to the room and I began pulling out the clothes for the next two days and packing everything else. The trip was coming to an end and I was really sad.
swankybeth
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This is the most magical report I've ever read. You made the boys' trip SO special and I'm really enjoying reading about it. 
Day 10 - 12/13
Im sending you back to the Magic Kingdom, but youll be very happy with my surprise. Be on Main Street at 9:45!
Tink
Well, what on earth could that be about? We had breakfast in the room, then headed over to MK. We arrived just in time to see the train pull up with the characters and Mickey open the park. (Wed always been inside having breakfast at that time of day, so this was new) Once inside, I told them that I was going into the Town Hall to see if Tink had told them what we were doing and where we were suppose to be, while the boys helped Richard get the stroller for the day. I went inside, picked up our tickets for MVMCP that night and spoke with the CM about the Tinkerbell Golden Tickets. I then went next door and explained to the Family Magic Tour guide about the golden tickets and such, so hed understand if my boys began talking about Tink inviting them and such. I also asked if he could deliver a small white envelope to them, at the end of the tour, after the other families had walked away. He said yes and took the envelope.
The tour was wonderful. I wont go into here because I know people have already written extensive descriptions about it. My boys adored it. Ryan is very outgoing and talkative. He tends to overwhelm other children because he is so excited and passionate about what he talks about, but then adults seem to get a kick out of it. He was flying around that park, trying to solve the clues and talking to the tour guide. Both boys had a ball hopping and skipping and singing their way around, NOT IN THE STROLLER! They walked around the entire time! Never once wanting to ride in the stroller. Funny how they cannot walk 5 minutes with just their family, but you give them a clue to solve and they forget all about that stroller. I was so glad I had changed this (I mean Tink changed this) tour to this day instead of the first one. The boys would have been clueless if we hadnt already spent several days in the Kingdom. They knew where the LGMs were, the wishing well, etc. At the end of the tour, Peter and Wendy showed up and took us to Mickeys Philharmagic. Ryan and Peter talked during then entire show, while Sean sat holding Wendys hand. Afterwards, they boys and I were waiting outside the exit while Richard retrieved the strollers. I saw the tour guide come back out the door he had entered into, but just behind him was Peter and Wendy!!!!!! I just about fell over! Peter came and handed the envelope to Ryan and said that Tink had asked him to give it to the boys. Since we didnt have the magnifying glass with us, I read it. It was getting pretty good at reading Tinks writing, even without the glass. LOL It read:
I hope you enjoyed your day, so far. You are invited to a Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom, for tonight! A jolly old man with a big round belly will be bringing some white stuff that falls from the sky! Meet Minnie for dinner, then head to the party.
Tink
As I read it, I realized that I had cancelled the ADR at LTT due to a different plan for our evening. So I skipped that little section and no one was the wiser. Peter told Ryan hed be in the parade and for Ryan to crow at him when he went by. See, I told you Tink was helping! I never imagined that Peter himself would do this for us. I know the characters are NOT to show any special treatment to any one child. Luckily, no one was around, but us.
I asked the boys if they wanted to stay all day and then go to the party, of if we should go back and rest for a while and then come back. Neither wanted to leave, so we grabbed some lunch and I think we went to Buzz again and probably the cars and Space Mountain. I know at 4:00pm I was in line to pick up our wristbands while Richard took the boys to Belles Story Time. Turned out you couldnt pick up bands for others. So, I got mine and went to the show. Not planned and not even hoped for, but Ryan got picked to be Papa. This truly was magic. You just cant plan that kind of stuff. Sean was upset because he wanted to be with Belle on stage, and refused to take a pic with her afterwards, because he was mad. We then went back to the rose garden, got their wristbands and went to eat dinner. I noticed Belles last show was starting, so he and the boys went back over. Sean didnt get picked either, but he was fine, since Ryan didnt either. Afterwards, he whispered in her ear that she did a great show. Richard said she got a kick out of that. After we ate, I headed over to get seats for the 6:45 Mickey show at the Galaxy theatre. Boy was there a line to get in! and it was only 6:15. I wound up getting seats on the left side, second row, so not bad. Once Richard and the boys arrived, Sean fell asleep and slept for the whole show. After, Ryan and I went and rode Astro Orbiter, since we hadnt done that one yet and there was no line. Boy, was it cold up there!!!! We walked around a bit. Ryan danced the Hokey Pokey with Gepetto over in Fantasyland. We walked through Minnie and Mickeys homes at Toon Town, since we had not gone through them before. We saw Belles Christmas Story and then I took the stroller with Sean sleeping in it and took position for the Holiday Wishes fireworks show. Richard and Ryan went and rode Space Mountain again. HEE HEE
They arrived just in time for the fireworks. We were positioned so that Tink would fly over our heads. I wish Sean had been awake, but he wasnt. The fireworks were loud and woke him up just after Tinks flight. We watched the rest and then I let Sean decide if we stayed for the 10:30 parade or headed back to the room. He chose to leave. I hated to miss it and I knew Ryan was upset that he wouldnt be crowing at Peter Pan, but what could I do? I had asked so much of these two little ones and they had done so well for so many days. Sean was missing Petey the pup really badly and was about ready to go home to Texas to see him. So we went back to the room with the promise that wed be with Petey, Sammy and Chewy by the following evening. We were in bed by 10:15pm awaiting our last day and waiting to see if Tink would be made we didnt stay for the whole night.
Im sending you back to the Magic Kingdom, but youll be very happy with my surprise. Be on Main Street at 9:45!
Tink
Well, what on earth could that be about? We had breakfast in the room, then headed over to MK. We arrived just in time to see the train pull up with the characters and Mickey open the park. (Wed always been inside having breakfast at that time of day, so this was new) Once inside, I told them that I was going into the Town Hall to see if Tink had told them what we were doing and where we were suppose to be, while the boys helped Richard get the stroller for the day. I went inside, picked up our tickets for MVMCP that night and spoke with the CM about the Tinkerbell Golden Tickets. I then went next door and explained to the Family Magic Tour guide about the golden tickets and such, so hed understand if my boys began talking about Tink inviting them and such. I also asked if he could deliver a small white envelope to them, at the end of the tour, after the other families had walked away. He said yes and took the envelope.
The tour was wonderful. I wont go into here because I know people have already written extensive descriptions about it. My boys adored it. Ryan is very outgoing and talkative. He tends to overwhelm other children because he is so excited and passionate about what he talks about, but then adults seem to get a kick out of it. He was flying around that park, trying to solve the clues and talking to the tour guide. Both boys had a ball hopping and skipping and singing their way around, NOT IN THE STROLLER! They walked around the entire time! Never once wanting to ride in the stroller. Funny how they cannot walk 5 minutes with just their family, but you give them a clue to solve and they forget all about that stroller. I was so glad I had changed this (I mean Tink changed this) tour to this day instead of the first one. The boys would have been clueless if we hadnt already spent several days in the Kingdom. They knew where the LGMs were, the wishing well, etc. At the end of the tour, Peter and Wendy showed up and took us to Mickeys Philharmagic. Ryan and Peter talked during then entire show, while Sean sat holding Wendys hand. Afterwards, they boys and I were waiting outside the exit while Richard retrieved the strollers. I saw the tour guide come back out the door he had entered into, but just behind him was Peter and Wendy!!!!!! I just about fell over! Peter came and handed the envelope to Ryan and said that Tink had asked him to give it to the boys. Since we didnt have the magnifying glass with us, I read it. It was getting pretty good at reading Tinks writing, even without the glass. LOL It read:
I hope you enjoyed your day, so far. You are invited to a Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom, for tonight! A jolly old man with a big round belly will be bringing some white stuff that falls from the sky! Meet Minnie for dinner, then head to the party.
Tink
As I read it, I realized that I had cancelled the ADR at LTT due to a different plan for our evening. So I skipped that little section and no one was the wiser. Peter told Ryan hed be in the parade and for Ryan to crow at him when he went by. See, I told you Tink was helping! I never imagined that Peter himself would do this for us. I know the characters are NOT to show any special treatment to any one child. Luckily, no one was around, but us.
I asked the boys if they wanted to stay all day and then go to the party, of if we should go back and rest for a while and then come back. Neither wanted to leave, so we grabbed some lunch and I think we went to Buzz again and probably the cars and Space Mountain. I know at 4:00pm I was in line to pick up our wristbands while Richard took the boys to Belles Story Time. Turned out you couldnt pick up bands for others. So, I got mine and went to the show. Not planned and not even hoped for, but Ryan got picked to be Papa. This truly was magic. You just cant plan that kind of stuff. Sean was upset because he wanted to be with Belle on stage, and refused to take a pic with her afterwards, because he was mad. We then went back to the rose garden, got their wristbands and went to eat dinner. I noticed Belles last show was starting, so he and the boys went back over. Sean didnt get picked either, but he was fine, since Ryan didnt either. Afterwards, he whispered in her ear that she did a great show. Richard said she got a kick out of that. After we ate, I headed over to get seats for the 6:45 Mickey show at the Galaxy theatre. Boy was there a line to get in! and it was only 6:15. I wound up getting seats on the left side, second row, so not bad. Once Richard and the boys arrived, Sean fell asleep and slept for the whole show. After, Ryan and I went and rode Astro Orbiter, since we hadnt done that one yet and there was no line. Boy, was it cold up there!!!! We walked around a bit. Ryan danced the Hokey Pokey with Gepetto over in Fantasyland. We walked through Minnie and Mickeys homes at Toon Town, since we had not gone through them before. We saw Belles Christmas Story and then I took the stroller with Sean sleeping in it and took position for the Holiday Wishes fireworks show. Richard and Ryan went and rode Space Mountain again. HEE HEE
They arrived just in time for the fireworks. We were positioned so that Tink would fly over our heads. I wish Sean had been awake, but he wasnt. The fireworks were loud and woke him up just after Tinks flight. We watched the rest and then I let Sean decide if we stayed for the 10:30 parade or headed back to the room. He chose to leave. I hated to miss it and I knew Ryan was upset that he wouldnt be crowing at Peter Pan, but what could I do? I had asked so much of these two little ones and they had done so well for so many days. Sean was missing Petey the pup really badly and was about ready to go home to Texas to see him. So we went back to the room with the promise that wed be with Petey, Sammy and Chewy by the following evening. We were in bed by 10:15pm awaiting our last day and waiting to see if Tink would be made we didnt stay for the whole night.
DHSsenior007
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Wow... I absolutely love that with Peter! How adorable!
Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for sharing!!
Day 11 - 12/14
This is the last day. Ive so enjoyed writing this report because I can relive everything again. Now the report is over, also. Getting Sean to sleep was a little rough last night because hed had such a great power nap. Richard had fallen asleep on the couch and I woke him up and asked him to crawl into our bed and make sure Sean stayed there, since I needed to handle some things before I could go to bed. Well, Im standing in their bathroom doing the Tink thing and who is standing at the door watching? Sean. I was setting up a small wooden treasure chest. I had purchased it at Michaels, stained it Walnut color, then hotglued little multi-shaped, multi-colored gems around it. Inside were several strands of colored mardigras beads, all the extra loose gems, some of those chocolate coins and two eye patches. I sent Sean back to bed and finished what I was doing. I then layed in bed for about an hour trying to figure out how to get out of this one.
The next morning, Sean pipes up that hes going to tell Ryan that Mommy was setting up the treasure chest. I told him that yesterday, Peter Pan had found me and given me the chest. That it was too heavy for Tink to carry and she wanted me to set it up. She flew in later and left the pirate patches (he hadnt seen those) and the golden tickets, which read:
"I hope you have had a Magical time. I wish you could stay forever.
I have one more thing planned for you and its not with your parents!
Go to the Grand Floridian boat dock!!! Tink"
We had packed almost everything up the night before, after getting the boys to bed, so this morning was spent getting the final things packed and figuring out how to make everything fit into the rental car. My DH is really good at packing and once again, he did it. So we headed off to the GF. The boys thought that it had to do with pirates (hmmmm) so when we got to the guard station we told him we were there for the pirate thing and he let us in. Guess they were right. We went inside and found where we were suppose to go. I had purchased some disposable cameras, so I gave one to each boy, which was good. Sean had decided he wasnt going anywhere without us, but once he had a camera, he was more than ready to go.
For the two hours they were cruising, we sat in the GF cafe with Jo and had coffee. After they came back (they LOVED it) we jumped on the monorail and went to the MK for a last minute goodbye. Sean and Richard stood in line for about 40 minutes to ride Dumbo. I took Ryan on Space Mountain and twice on Buzz. Then Richard and Sean came back. We did Buzz once more and rode the cars once and headed out of the park. We ran by DTD to pick up some pins. We were going to have Ghiardellis for lunch, but Sean fell asleep on the way there, so they just waited in the car for me. Off to the airport just to discover that Houston had been having terrible weather. Instead of flying out at 6:05pm, we left about 11:00pm. Had we known, we could have stayed an extra 3 hours at the Kingdom.
We all want to do back, but there are so many things I want the boys to see. I have several 18 day roadtrips planned and mapped out, so they can see the states and the amazing things that nature has to offer. So well just have to see. My AP doesnt expire until next December, so many well figure out a way for the boys and I to drive over next September for a few days.
I hope you enjoyed reading about our trip. Had I gotten a picture with Dopey and no one gotten sick, it would have been Perfectly Perfect. Oh, and maybe no rain on the Animal Kingdom Day and that second half of the Epcot day.
Have a marvelous Christmas. Oh, and speaking of that, On Christmas morning, under the tree, will be a box with a tiny little scroll with a gold ribbon around it. Inside, there will be a Hallmark Tinkerbell lantern. Its about full size and when you press the button, it lights up and plays a little magical tinkling sound. The scroll will read:
Merry Christmas, Ryan and Sean!
Hope you both have Magical Memories that will last a lifetime. I sure do. We loved having you here! Have a
wonderful Christmas. Heres something to help you remember that Magic can happen every day, if you work at it. Hope to see you again, really soon!
Tink
PS. The whole gang says hello! Belle sends kisses to both of you and Peter said he will crow an extra crow for you, Ryan. Oh, and Sean, Wendy said she loved watching the movie with you."
This is the last day. Ive so enjoyed writing this report because I can relive everything again. Now the report is over, also. Getting Sean to sleep was a little rough last night because hed had such a great power nap. Richard had fallen asleep on the couch and I woke him up and asked him to crawl into our bed and make sure Sean stayed there, since I needed to handle some things before I could go to bed. Well, Im standing in their bathroom doing the Tink thing and who is standing at the door watching? Sean. I was setting up a small wooden treasure chest. I had purchased it at Michaels, stained it Walnut color, then hotglued little multi-shaped, multi-colored gems around it. Inside were several strands of colored mardigras beads, all the extra loose gems, some of those chocolate coins and two eye patches. I sent Sean back to bed and finished what I was doing. I then layed in bed for about an hour trying to figure out how to get out of this one.
The next morning, Sean pipes up that hes going to tell Ryan that Mommy was setting up the treasure chest. I told him that yesterday, Peter Pan had found me and given me the chest. That it was too heavy for Tink to carry and she wanted me to set it up. She flew in later and left the pirate patches (he hadnt seen those) and the golden tickets, which read:
"I hope you have had a Magical time. I wish you could stay forever.
I have one more thing planned for you and its not with your parents!
Go to the Grand Floridian boat dock!!! Tink"
We had packed almost everything up the night before, after getting the boys to bed, so this morning was spent getting the final things packed and figuring out how to make everything fit into the rental car. My DH is really good at packing and once again, he did it. So we headed off to the GF. The boys thought that it had to do with pirates (hmmmm) so when we got to the guard station we told him we were there for the pirate thing and he let us in. Guess they were right. We went inside and found where we were suppose to go. I had purchased some disposable cameras, so I gave one to each boy, which was good. Sean had decided he wasnt going anywhere without us, but once he had a camera, he was more than ready to go.
For the two hours they were cruising, we sat in the GF cafe with Jo and had coffee. After they came back (they LOVED it) we jumped on the monorail and went to the MK for a last minute goodbye. Sean and Richard stood in line for about 40 minutes to ride Dumbo. I took Ryan on Space Mountain and twice on Buzz. Then Richard and Sean came back. We did Buzz once more and rode the cars once and headed out of the park. We ran by DTD to pick up some pins. We were going to have Ghiardellis for lunch, but Sean fell asleep on the way there, so they just waited in the car for me. Off to the airport just to discover that Houston had been having terrible weather. Instead of flying out at 6:05pm, we left about 11:00pm. Had we known, we could have stayed an extra 3 hours at the Kingdom.
We all want to do back, but there are so many things I want the boys to see. I have several 18 day roadtrips planned and mapped out, so they can see the states and the amazing things that nature has to offer. So well just have to see. My AP doesnt expire until next December, so many well figure out a way for the boys and I to drive over next September for a few days.
I hope you enjoyed reading about our trip. Had I gotten a picture with Dopey and no one gotten sick, it would have been Perfectly Perfect. Oh, and maybe no rain on the Animal Kingdom Day and that second half of the Epcot day.
Have a marvelous Christmas. Oh, and speaking of that, On Christmas morning, under the tree, will be a box with a tiny little scroll with a gold ribbon around it. Inside, there will be a Hallmark Tinkerbell lantern. Its about full size and when you press the button, it lights up and plays a little magical tinkling sound. The scroll will read:
Merry Christmas, Ryan and Sean!
Hope you both have Magical Memories that will last a lifetime. I sure do. We loved having you here! Have a
wonderful Christmas. Heres something to help you remember that Magic can happen every day, if you work at it. Hope to see you again, really soon!
Tink
PS. The whole gang says hello! Belle sends kisses to both of you and Peter said he will crow an extra crow for you, Ryan. Oh, and Sean, Wendy said she loved watching the movie with you."
DHSsenior007
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That last part really did bring tears to my eyes! Again, thank you so much for sharing! I'm sure your boys will always remember that trip, and you'll always remember seeing the magic in their eyes.
Now all I can saw is "awwww!"
Now all I can saw is "awwww!"
Here is a picture of the golden tickets. Remember, they are 2"x1" in size.
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v418/tzuhouse/Walt Disney World/DSC_3933.jpg
Once again I just have to say you have inspired me. Your boys are going to grow up as a very special men because of a mother like you (and I'm sure your husband is fantastic as well!). Best of luck to you in your future trips - may the Disney magic appear in all of them!
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Those tickets are amazing!! The family magic tour is wonderful and I will never forget how my two got to walk through MK holding Wendy's hand, thankyou for sharing your wonderful memories, have a wonderful Christmas, and lastly...please will you adopt me so I can have that much magic too? 
Claire xx
Claire xx
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