This is a face of a two year old who just stepped into "The Happiest Place on Earth"for the first time and doesn't know what to do with herself! She was literally squealing with delight at everything her little eyes could see! Taking the kids to Disneyland for the first time was incredible! Our game plan was simple - have fun (and patience), ride what we can, and stay as long as possible.
We were off to a great start bright and early!
Our first stop was the castle and I snapped this "gem "of Daddy and his Princess. If Addison could she would move in and live there. No questions asked and she probably wouldn't miss us!
We made our way to our first ride Its a Small World and again the reaction of Addison didn't disappoint. I have to admit we were those parents with the video camera on the ride following her every move. You may be wondering where Reese was. She did join us later in the day but spent her "birthday morning" with Mama Nor and all her friends! It was a perfect way to get in a couple of hours with two parents and just one kid!
Making our way through the park took a bizllion times longer because we literally stopped at everything. With so many new things to look at and do Addison sure took her time. When we told her we were going to Toontown and that is where Mickey and Minnie lived she was excited.
She is a loyal fan to Mickey's Clubhouse on the Disney Channel so she knows most of the characters. Minnie is definitely one of her favorites!
and so was playing on Donald's boat!
The day was filled with so much joy and laughter for Kevin and I that it was even better than we could have predicted. We saw a ton of characters, ate lunch overlooking Tom Sawyer's island, and rode a bunch of rides.
At about 3:00 Addison was desperate for a nap so we hopped in the car and went and got Reese. I can't believe she let me put these ears on her but she did!
Sneeking away for a half hour was perfect because Addison got in a quick nap and was ready to party with Reese when she woke up. At California Adventure park we all went on the Giant Ferris wheel, played games, and saw a live show.
I would say the highlight of the day with the parade on Main Street. Every character was there and the music and dancing was amazing. I have to admit that when all the Princess' waved at Addison I think I waved back with more eagerness than she did. Hahha that probably isn't a big surprise. We have the entire parade on video so we will see! We ended the day with Addison getting "Minnie Mouse Ears" This is special and something Kevin wanted to keep as a family tradition because when he was little he had "ears" with his name on it. Such a cute keepsake!
and of course I wanted a similar pair too!
Today we walked away with three important buttons. Two that said "First Visit" and one that wished our birthday girl a very Happy Birthday! We will definitely be back in the near future! Happy 1st Visit Girls!
Looks like you guys had so much fun! I bet Addie just loved all of the fun things to look at and do. I can just imagine her walking through the park (slowly) and wanting to show you and Kevin every new thing she sees!! Remember when we had annual passes in high school (or was it middle school??) and we would just go for a few hours by ourselves?! We were so cool! :)
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