On the tram to Disneyland
We've arrived! This marching band greeted us at the front gate.
Mainstreet
Buzz Lightyear ride - Susannah was so cute, she could barely see over the seat but she loved seeing all her favorite Toy Story friends. As a matter of fact, she rode this one twice because she liked it so much.
About to board the submarine for Finding Nemo
Do you see Nemo? Susannah did! She found all her friends....Nemo, Dori, Marlin, Bruce....this was a cute ride.
The Castle - Susannah had fun walking up into the castle. She's really into them now, always asking me if different churches are "castles" and if we can go in them.
Burt and Mary Poppins - our first characters to see.
Loving the sun at disneyland!
Mary Poppins' carousel - oh, this was a favorite. We (kids and adults) had a great time riding it multiple times throughout the day! In this picture, Michael had just told her to hold on tight. She listens well :)
There she goes!
Dumbo - Susannah picked a pink one, of course!
Big Thunder Ranch Petting Zoo
Showcasing her cute t-shirt. She wore this for Minnie and Mickey in honor of Valentine's Day - they're so in love, you know!
We ate lunch in the "French Quarter" at a New Orleans style restaurant. Yummy! Susannah and Joe are having a very serious conversation, haha!
The Jungle Cruise - just look at Susannah's expressions, she's so excited to see all the animals!
We stopped right in front of this baby elephant. She loved seeing it, she even talked to it. So sweet
In Mickey's Toontown, we met alot of characters. Susannah just stared at them all with amazement. She wasn't scared, but definitely a little shell-shocked. I don't think she thought about her friends ever being real!
Susannah meeting Goofy
Meeting Mickey after touring his home
Meeting Pluto
Meeting Minnie after touring her home
Taking it all in
Mickey's Toontown - we're taking a rest, Susannah's dancing with joy.
Ok, this was one of my favorite moments - meeting the Princesses. I thought she might just stare at them, like she did with the characters. Boy, was I wrong! Susannah ran up to each princess and hugged and kissed each one. She was giggling with excitement and on her tippy toes, just bouncing around with joy. They were some of the most precious, sincere moments I have ever seen. I am so glad that she loved meeting them so much.
Susannah and Ariel
Susannah and Belle
Susannah with Tiana and Jasmine
Group hug!
Hugging Tiana just wasn't quite enough....she climbed right up into her lap!
It's a Small World - another favorite that we rode more than once. This is the only picture of Susannah in her seat because once we entered the ride, she was standing up and dancing to the song (Kayla, too!). Now, she sings it constantly at home.
Group picture
The Castle at Night
Kayla is officially warn out!
The grand finale - Susannah picked out her very own set of Mickey ears. She chose pink and even had them monogrammed. She and Michael did this together and she was so happy!
After 12 hours in Disneyland, Susannah got in the car, took her pants off, ate 2 bites of food and passed out until the next morning. Mission accomplished: a fun-filled, joyful day!
