This morning everyone was up early to go to Disneyland! It was a continuation of our celebration of Alice’s 2nd Birthday. Even Peanut was in a good mood and didn’t mind the ride in the car this time.
This would be Janie’s 5th(!) time and Peanut’s 1st!! Unfortunately, Janie wasn’t in a picture-taking mood this morning.
Our first stop was Fantasyland where we beat the crowds and got on Dumbo, Casey Jr. and the carousel within the first hour.
Janie flew Dumbo up and down while Peanut snoozed through the ride.
Next was the Nemo submarine ride and there was a super-short line there too!!
Some parts are still a little scary but there were no tears and Janie still had a lot of fun. She was excited to see all her favorite characters swimming around.
Afterward, Janie went to Autopia and drove a yellow roadster with Ta.
She was behind the wheel while Ta pressed the gas pedal for her. Not sure if she could even see over the wheel but she had a blast.
After a big BBQ lunch, both kids passed out for their naps.
Peanut woke up first and was all smiles during his diaper change.
After their naps, Janie and Alice watched the Frozen play at the Royal Theater. I think Janie was a little star-struck when she saw Elsa and Anna appear on stage.
Meanwhile, Peanut hung out with Mama and Yai outside.
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He had some good belly laughs with his grandma today.
Before dinner, the girls went on the teacups with Uncle Johnny and Auntie Joy. It doesn’t look like it in this picture but Janie said it was a lot of fun.
For dinner, Janie got a kids meal that came with mac and cheese, apples, carrots, and milk. Cool!!
While Yai waited in our parade spot, the kids went on the Astro Orbiter (aka rocketships). I was amazed at how well these two girls can wait in line.
Janie was the driver again and said this was her favorite ride of the day.
Uncle Johnny and Auntie Joy also took her on another ride on the carousel.
The wait for the parade was pretty long and Janie tried so hard to stay awake for it. Luckily, it started just in time and she LOVED seeing Elsa and Anna on the castle float.
Peanut was awake for the Light the Night Parade and was in awe of all the lights, music, and movement. He kept hoo-ing throughout the whole thing.
The grand finale was the fireworks that started right after the parade. We saw Nemo swim across the sky and Janie’s favorite song “Let it Go” was played while the fireworks went off and snow started to fall.
What a fun day at the “Happiest Place on Earth”. It’s so much fun to see Disneyland through Janie’s eyes. I grew up at this place and it’s like reliving all the fun and magic all over again with her.
She was also quite a trooper today and I was so happy to see her on her best behavior. She patiently waited in line, followed directions, told us when she had to use the bathroom (no accidents!), and even took a nap today.
This was also Peanut’s first visit. It’s Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary and it’ll be fun to see him take his own kids there for the 100th Anniversary. Hopefully I’ll still be alive and healthy enough to tag along with them.
