We started planning our trip to Disney World in Florida about 9 months ago. I have wanted to go since we moved here and we finally decided it was time to go. We started saving Christian's piano student money and put it into our Disney World fund. We told Berkeley we were going to Mickey Mouse's House for months and he has been asking about it constantly!
We had been to Disney Land with the Gentry clan close to Christmas a few years ago and I decided that was the time to go because it is double the magic (not to mention in Florida the weather is in the 70's in December)!
After what seemed like waiting FOREVER, the morning finally came. Our flight left at 7 a.m. so we woke little Berke up at 5:00 a.m. I told him it was time to get up and asked him if he knew where we were going? In his tired little state, he got a huge smile on his face and whispered, Mickey Mouse House! I told him I had a surprise for him and showed him a new Minnie Mouse doll (something he has been asking for for at least 5 months). He looked at it, grabbed it and hugged it; quickly he grabbed Mickey and was the happiest lad of all time. He wouldn't let these two mice down and we ended up taking them all the way to Florida with us.
Here is the early morning shot.
(Seriously one of the cutest moments)
We had been to Disney Land with the Gentry clan close to Christmas a few years ago and I decided that was the time to go because it is double the magic (not to mention in Florida the weather is in the 70's in December)!
After what seemed like waiting FOREVER, the morning finally came. Our flight left at 7 a.m. so we woke little Berke up at 5:00 a.m. I told him it was time to get up and asked him if he knew where we were going? In his tired little state, he got a huge smile on his face and whispered, Mickey Mouse House! I told him I had a surprise for him and showed him a new Minnie Mouse doll (something he has been asking for for at least 5 months). He looked at it, grabbed it and hugged it; quickly he grabbed Mickey and was the happiest lad of all time. He wouldn't let these two mice down and we ended up taking them all the way to Florida with us.
Here is the early morning shot.
(Seriously one of the cutest moments)
Our flight touched down at 10:30 a.m. and we headed straight to Disney World. We decided to go to the Animal Kingdom. There was saw a great Lion King Show, The Finding Nemo Musical (Berke is officially now OBSESSED with Finding Nemo), went on a Safari and saw lots of cool animals. We even ran into Mickey, Goofy and Pluto. Berke was excited but apprehensive of his bigger than life sized friends. After the first day he was giving hugs to all his friends and SO happy to see them all. He couldn't stop talking about all the characters he met (and still can't), it is pretty stinking cute.
The next day we got dressed in our Target (much cheaper) Mickey gear and headed to Cape May Cafe to have breakfast with Minnie, Goofy and Donald.
Berkeley enjoyed his Mickey Mouse waffles while watching the characters and waiting for them to get him. I am pretty sure this smile says it all. This kid was in HEAVEN!
His favorite gal pal Minnie. He would have taken his Minnie doll everywhere with him if I would have let him.
Donald!
Berke ran and gave him a hug which was a huge step for this shy little monkey.
Berke ran and gave him a hug which was a huge step for this shy little monkey.
After Breakfast we wen to the Magic Kingdom! We started off in Fantasy Land where Berke enjoyed the classic Dumbo ride, Peter Pan flight, spinning tea cups and he loved It's a Small World with all the music and dancing.
His favorite ride was the Buzz Lightyear ride. We had to go on that one twice.
Meeting Mickey and Minnie was a huge highlight. We went into their private studio and had some nice time with them. Berke gave them both hugs and was happy to finally be at Mickey's house. He didn't quite comprehend that Disney World was Mickey's house, her literally was looking for his clubhouse I think. I was able to talk him into this room being part of his house so he finally felt we had been to Mickey's house. Kids are so literal!
Meeting Mickey and Minnie was a huge highlight. We went into their private studio and had some nice time with them. Berke gave them both hugs and was happy to finally be at Mickey's house. He didn't quite comprehend that Disney World was Mickey's house, her literally was looking for his clubhouse I think. I was able to talk him into this room being part of his house so he finally felt we had been to Mickey's house. Kids are so literal!
We had a great time watching the parades, meeting more friends and dancing along to the shows. We met up with a friend from Brandies who was gracious enough to let Christian and I go on a few "big kid" rides while she watched Berke as he napped.
We attended the very Mickey Christmas Party where they lit up the beautiful castle! There was an amazing parade, hot chocolate, cookies, we attended a dance party with Goofy and Pluto, and enjoyed some snow on a 70 degree night.
The next day we went to Epcot. Berke was just waking up from a nap as we arrived as you can see.
This was a cool place, but my least favorite of the parks to attend with a small child. It had a great Nemo ride that Berke loved, but it was designed more for the older crowd if you ask me.
This was a cool place, but my least favorite of the parks to attend with a small child. It had a great Nemo ride that Berke loved, but it was designed more for the older crowd if you ask me.
We did manage to find Daisy at the park.
Afterwards I told Berke we had met everyone; Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald and Daisy! Berke then said, but what about Chip and Dale. This kid doesn't forget anyone!
Afterwards I told Berke we had met everyone; Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald and Daisy! Berke then said, but what about Chip and Dale. This kid doesn't forget anyone!
Wouldn't you know who was just around the corner right after he said that! These two chipmunks are the most adorable characters! They are so good with the kids. Berke was super excited to see them. He was so formal in his pictures, he cracks me up.
If I had a $1 for every time someone told me my kid looked like the kid in Jerry McGuire during this trip I would have at least $100 bucks.
If I had a $1 for every time someone told me my kid looked like the kid in Jerry McGuire during this trip I would have at least $100 bucks.
Next day: Hollywood Studios
Such a cool place, but the crowd was CRAZY!! Until that day the crowds were very manageable and we never waited more than 10 minutes for any ride. Until Sunday at Hollywood Studios; apparently the kids were out of school and everyone had arrived for the holiday week. It was NUTS! We did manage to meet some great Pixar and Disney Jr. Characters but didn't wait for any rides that had a wait time of 120 minutes.
Berke did enjoy a fun show of Disney Jr. Playhouse. He even got pictures with Handy Manny and Jake the Pirate. He loved these two, even though the only time he watches Disney Jr. is when we are on vacation (the hotel or my parents have cable).
Such a cool place, but the crowd was CRAZY!! Until that day the crowds were very manageable and we never waited more than 10 minutes for any ride. Until Sunday at Hollywood Studios; apparently the kids were out of school and everyone had arrived for the holiday week. It was NUTS! We did manage to meet some great Pixar and Disney Jr. Characters but didn't wait for any rides that had a wait time of 120 minutes.
Berke did enjoy a fun show of Disney Jr. Playhouse. He even got pictures with Handy Manny and Jake the Pirate. He loved these two, even though the only time he watches Disney Jr. is when we are on vacation (the hotel or my parents have cable).
Lightning McQueen and Mater
We had such a fun vacation! Each day was long and full of fun. Seeing my little boy so happy and enjoying every minute made it all worth it. Twice during our time at Magic Kingdom he just randomly grabbed my face and said, "I love you Mommy!" and then kissed me.
I love this little boy so much!
I can see why they call this place the Happiest Place on Earth; Berke's face told that story oh too well.
I love this little boy so much!
I can see why they call this place the Happiest Place on Earth; Berke's face told that story oh too well.
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