Disneyland-Day 2

Sorry for the lack of posts the last couple of days. The fan on our computer went out...chalk that up to the desert dust. Anyways, we are back in business.

Day 2 at Disneyland, Friday, was a VERY busy day due to the California schools being out. Nonetheless, we had a good day. Madison and I made a quick break for the teacups and Dumbo as soon as we got to the park, and the guys headed for the pirate ship.

Ready to board the pirate ship

Luke had a really good time.

Boys being boys

Ready to shoot the cannon

This is Alex's obsession. Most of you don't ever see Alex, so you don't know that he does this ALL the time. He LOVES to wave. He loves to tell you, "Bye," and cries when you leave. Out and about like this, he loves to say, "Bye" to everyone. It's really cute, and he has the sweetest wave to go with it.

The crew...tired already after rides including the pirate ship, teacups, and Dumbo.

We went over to Pirate Island, where Madison and Luke had so much fun climbing this wall of sorts.

Alex and I watched.

Alex found a pile of treasure.

So did Luke.

I caught Madison in a normal smile for once!

Fussy

Good to go with Daddy's sunglasses

Friday was also the first day Santa was at the park for Christmas. The kids were SO excited. Alex was so excited that he fell asleep for his very late nap on the walk over to see Santa. While waiting (the shortest wait at the park...only about 10 minutes!!!), the kids colored pictures to give to the reindeer. Santa had flown the reindeer down for the day, and they on display in Santa's workshop area. It wasn't a petting zoo, but you could walk along and look at each one.

Best picture I could get...we'll try again with all three kids before Christmas...Santa was super nice and LOVED the kids' pictures. He said they were the only pictures he'd been given all day. Funny thing was the idea to give the pictures to him was all Madison's.

Outside Santa's Workshop at Disneyland

As soon as we walked out of Santa's Village, we saw Woody and Jessie walk by. Luke was THRILLED!

Back by Dumbo

The kids had to ride in the "Casey Jr. Train" from Dumbo. I think they got into the appropriate car.

Cooling off for the evening...a happy camper

Sleeping Beauty's Castle at night

Since it was the first night of the Christmas decorations, it was also the first night of the Christmas parade! The kids enjoyed it very much. Cinderella is passing by here.

Woody again for Luke

The happy crew

Buzz

Finally, Santa

We had a really nice visit to Disneyland. We bought a great deal through the military, three-day park-hopper tickets. At Disneyland, there aren't the options for park hopping like in Florida; it's either Disneyland or California Adventure (more roller coasters and such). We decided not to use the third day yet after finding out we have until next October to use it. We may go back in the spring to use our final day. Our kids were exhausted after two days!!! Thanks, Disneyland, for honoring those who served with your GREAT deal on tickets.