cAlifOrNia dAy foUr: diSnEylaNd & caliFoRniA aDveNtuRe

Today we went to Disneyland and California Adventures. None of us had ever been to C.A. before so we very excited. First stop today was Tomorrow land. We felt bad for JJ because he really wanted to go on the submarine ride and we never made it the first day so that is where we headed. We noticed that Star Tours didn't have a long wait so we stopped there. Then we ran on Buzz and finally made it to the subs. The kids had a fun day and today is the day that the girls get to have a date with the princesses.

Right when we walked in we spotted Alice and the Mad Hatter. And boy was he MAD! He asked Emma her name and he said "it is "M" "ah" If you say the "M" first and the "ah" last you will never get it wrong." And then Alice said "Oh, Yes." I think Emma was a little unsure of the Mad Hatter.

Ellie was in heaven. I think she thought Alice was the prettiest girl ever. Ellie had a cute little conversation with the two of them. It really was cute.

They won't hold your baby so Elsie just got her pic with Daddy and from the look on her face I think she is happy about that rule.

In case you are wondering JJ didn't want his picture with a girl. YUCK!

Daddy and Elsie on Buzz

We really had a fun time on this ride. Daddy beat everyone. JJ loved it.

Alice in Wonderland with the little ladies

Before Carl got to Disneyland Graydon nominated him to go on the Tea Cups with the kids. See how we all get sick on them. I was more then happy to second his nomination. Carl wanted nothing of this plan once we told him. Funny thing is I think Jeron was more than happy to take the kids that wanted a thrill ride.

Jeron said "If you want to get sick go with me."

Emma's face makes me smile. Pure Joy!

Grand Uncle Carl and Ellie

Little Boo

Oh my, look it is Mater and Lightning McQueen

Thank you Jana for making the reservations for the Grotto. Even though Jana and I had sticker shock, and we were not impressed with the food at all. I mean Ellie got seashell noodles and gold fish crackers for $20. Elsie cried the whole time, and I got peed on. In the end all that mattered was that the girls had a wonderful time and they really did.

First you get to meet Ariel. She is the hostest of the party. Then you are seated and the Royal Court guy announces the other four princesses after he sings the celebration song. Then the Princesses come out and great your table. The girls just ate it up.
I think Emma is so amazed she doesn't know what to do with herself.

Ariel with the girls.

Belle with the girls.

Cinderella with the girls.

Cinderella with Emma

Sleeping Beauty with the girls

Snow White with the girls. She was by far the sweetest one. I really liked her a lot. She got down and made eye contact with each girl. She even had the voice. After all she is Snow White.

After the Grotto. Emma and Ellie loved it.

JJ was so proud of himself for going on California screaming.

This is what the fellas did while we were at the Grotto

Our last ride of the night at California Adventure thanks to the Johns for watching our little ones while we went. Yes this is a picture from the ride.

I am sure glad I took a pic with my camera. This is the only pic that proves I was there. That is Emma's head you can barley see. Yes she also went on California Screamin

After that we headed back to Disneyland and we went on Pirates where poor Uncle Carl got peed on by Ellie. I guess it was the night of pee. We went on the Haunted Mansion and this was the last ride for Carl, Ellie, Elsie, and Me. Daddy, JJ, and Emma had their last ride at Disneyland on Indiana Jones.

It was so nice to have Carl there with us. I always love spending time with him and when I would let things get to me he would simply remind me that "Megan, this is the happiest place on earth." That was all I needed to pick up my spirits. Our kids had so much fun with him. He was the best Manny a family could ask for. I hope we didn't over step cause we just treated him like one of the pack. Thanks for helping with potty trips, chasing kids, and just being the best Grand Uncle the kids could ask for.

This was the night that I decided to take a different route home. Jeron can't see worth a lick at night and so lets just say he was not to happy with me that we were lost in Cali without any directions or anyone we could call. We finally made it home after a stop at Carl's Jr. drive up window to ask directions to PCH. It only took us an hour longer. Hey you live and you learn right? No more detours for me. I just think our marriage probably can't handle me getting us lost again. Glad thats over.