Magic Kingdom

Today we ventured over to the Magic Kingdom at Disney World. We left the house at 8:15 and got into the Magic Kingdom around 9:15. It takes forever to actually get inside. After parking we had to take the tram to the ferry, and then we finally got in. By now we have completely mastered Magic Kingdom and know exactly what to do to get on all the rides with minimal waits. As Jacob headed over to Fantasyland and got in line for Dumbo, I went to Peter Pan's Flight to get fast passes. I caught up with Jacob and the wait was already 30 minutes. Seeing as how the other rides in Fantasyland were only 10-15 minutes, we convinced Mady to get out of the line for Dumbo and hop on Cinderella's Carousel. We rode the carousel, Pooh, it's a small world, and Peter Pan all within an hour. After a quick bottle break for KK we headed over to the Haunted Mansion. Mady's starting to get to the point where she doesn't like the scary rides. She didn't want to go on Snow White's Scary Adventures and even got a little scared on Pooh when it gets dark. She did great on Haunted Mansion and only asked to get off like once or twice! We had a quick lunch and headed to Tom Sawyer's Island. Jacob loves this attraction and Mady loves it, too. You take a little raft/boat ride to the island and discover forts, trails, and tree houses. Mady especially loves the "shooters" and told me she shot all the bad people. After that she went on the Aladdin Magic Carpet Ride. This ride is just like Dumbo, so I didn't really feel bad for convincing her to not ride Dumbo earlier. We then took a quick break and I enjoyed a Dole Whip Float. These things are so good and now Jacob is addicted. It's pineapple or orange soft serve icecream with pineapple juice. While I sat and ate my float and KK napped, Jacob and Mady headed over to the Swiss Family Robinson Tree Houses. After that we were completely exhausted, so we took the train back to Main Street. While KK was taking her bottle before leaving, Mady and I spotted Chip and Dale without a wait. We ran over and Mady gave them the biggest hug ever! She literally would not let go. It was so sweet and there wasn't anyone behind us, so we didn't have to rush! We got home around 3 and the girls slept the whole way home.

Jacob and I are hoping to go over to the Magic Kingdom next week on Wednesday. We have to take the day off to update our passports and the office is only open 9-2, so we'll be taking the day off. We really want to ride Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and Space Mountain! Oh, and if you're wondering why we're updating our passports, no, we're not taking the kids to Europe. The closest we'll get to that is walking around World Showcase at EPCOT. We have been debating back and forth what to do this summer. We are going to Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort at Disney World with the girls for Memorial Day weekend and to the condo for a week in June. Jacob has to work most of July so we'll be home and then we're going to NSB for a week before school starts with my mom in August. We REALLY want to go away, just the two of us. It's been since my 30th birthday that we've done anything. So, we're going on a 4 night cruise to the Bahamas June 29- July 3. This will be our 4th time on this cruise, the last time being my 30th birthday. It's quick and easy and hopefully 4 nights is the perfect fit. It's probably the longest we could stay away. It works out really nice because we leave on a Monday and come back on a Friday. The girls will go to Mimi's during the week and my mom will get them in the afternoon and evening. We'll also be home in time to celebrate July 4th with the girls. So, that's what we're up to! I don't feel too guilty leaving the girls behind. We're taking Mady on a Disney cruise this October, so it's time for Jacob and I to get away!

Daddy and the girls at the fort.

Mady shooting the bad guys.

Yes, I like to include pictures of food.

All aboard!

The biggest hug ever!

Chip and Dale, Mady's favorites!

And, if you're wondering where I am in these photos. My hairdresser broke her foot a month ago and hasn't been able to do my hair. I'm supposed to call her this Friday to see if she's back in business. And, no, I don't trust anyone else to do it!