Day 2 - Family Vacation Disney Style

I had EVERY intention of sleeping in. kids had other plans! Since everyone was up early and no one wanted to go to the pool (I know I know, we're at Disney World! but I wanted a low key morning)  We instead headed to Magic Kingdom

I decided to see if we could do haircuts at 915a instead of 130p. It would make our day work better and in true Disney fashion, it was no problem! 

Before:

After:

I'm actually devastated as she cut way way way more than I asked, but it will grow back! And they're so so so good with the kids! And budget friends, it's only $15 (with tax) and you can have pixie or pirate dust (my kids don't like)!

Burke needed one too!

After haircuts, we had to do the Buzz ride, 3 times. We then made our way over to Peter Pan and its a small world. After a few rides, we stopped in for pizza and some AC. After lunch, we headed for the Haunted Mansion then naps!! We pretty much go back for a nap everyday. It helps all of us so much.

After nap time, we went back to MK  to meet up with Kaitlin and to eat at Be Our Guest. After our last trip (We were all sick and no one really ate) we were dying to try it again!

I almost cried when I saw her!!! So excited to be visiting!!

Beast's Castle - waiting for dinner Burke refused a picture. He was exhausted!

We enjoyed a wonderful dinner. Brian had steak and I had chicken. The sides are amazing!! I skipped dessert but everyone else enjoyed theirs!

After dinner, you get to visit the Beast. Its the only place you can see him.. I love the picture Burke got!! 

Campbell went to visit and "roared" at him. The Beast jumped back pretending to be scared and that scared the crap out of poor Campbell!! He was scared to death!! But it was funny ;)

After dinner, we rode the Buzz ride 2 more times (in 2 days we've ridden it 11 times - obsessed). We then convinced the boys to head to the racetrack and dumbo.

My driver. Scary.

 After the playground and ride at Dumbo, we decided to call it a day.. But not before a Starbucks treat from Main street USA!

Apple juice 

Venti nonfat Pumpkin Spice Frappe  - 1 snack credit! In full disclosure, I only ordered a Venti because of peer pressure from the cashier (1 credit no matter what size),I couldn't finish it!

We ended the day with FaceTime with our favorite girl Em and then bath!!

I'm so excited for tomorrow!! Surprise trip to Sea World!! We've never been! 

Day 1- Family Vacation Disney Edition 2013

Day 1 was a great way to kick off the vacation!! We flew out of Richmond per the norm, since my parents are gracious enough to drive us to the airport and the flights are quite a bit cheaper than Roanoke. Tip 1: Book through Southwest (not Airtran) to get free bags!! So worth it. jet blue rocks too. And you get TV.

"This is what we do if we fall out..." 

Peace and quiet. Love TV time.

We made it to Orlando around 1p, headed to the Disney buses and at the hotel by 2! Our room was ready so we checked in and had a nice rest before hitting the parks for fun!!

When we got to the hotel. Kaitlin and Reid had left the boys treats!! I love lil magic moments!

We booked Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party for our arrival day. We were so excited! But also glad I added costumes last minute to our carry-ons  since our luggage didn't make  it in time! 

MNSSHP is the BEST event disney does. I love it! Candy, parades, fireworks and characters!!

 

We always stop and see Buzz, since my kids love Buzz. I love him too. When we saw him today, Campbell ran so fast to him. It was the cutest thing ever. He did stop and look for me when he realized how big he was!

After a pic with Buzz, we headed for the Monsters University Dance Party. Sully!!! 

  

After some Trick or treating, we hit another DanceParty (with woody, Jesse and Bullseye, rides and fireworks! It was fun to see Capt Jack since he's Campbell's favorite these days.

Hallowishes are my favorite Fireworks at Disney World!! We have the best spot we always watch them. 

 We did skip the late parade this year, which I do love, but Burke fell asleep and Campbell was on his way. We did however stop in to see Mickey and Minnie..  

Fun times were had by all. And both boys were asleep before the buses stopped! Day 1 - Success!