What an amazing weekend!
On Friday, January 22nd, we embarked on our official family vacation to Disney. We had not shared a vaction as "just us" since Peyton was 12 weeks old!!! We could not have been more excited to share this time as a nuclear unit. Our first stop was to the Munroe home (naturally) to spend a couple of days snuggling new baby Arden and letting Peyton romp around with Nolan. The parents shared a few laughs as well! Danielle and Amanda were so kind to throw us a Baby Shower at a fabulous restaurant in downtown Orlando. It was an intimate group of ladies and we enjoyed chatting and laughing all the way through lunch. It could not have been more perfect!
Mommy and Mimi
Hostesses with the Mostesses!
The Ladies!
After our fabulous visit with the Munroe family, we headed out to the Disney area. We spent Sunday at the Animal Kingdom with Aunt Kimmy. We had so much fun! Peyton's favorite activity was the Safari and, of course, meeting the characters.
Hugging Safari Mickey
Peyton is a huge fan of Goofy!
Talking to the fish
Monday was the BIG day...The Magic Kingdom. I think Chris and I were more excited than Peyton! The feeling was indescribable. Simply stated, seeing magic through the eyes of your child is one of the best moments of parenthood. It was so special to have shared these moments, just us three. A family memory that will forever be emblazoned in our hearts.
As we stepped onto Main Street, a parade ensued as if to welcome us into the park.
Enjoying the parade.
Main Street
Playing with the most expensive balloon she will ever have! :)
Daddy and Princess Peyton
When booking this trip, we tried to make a reservation for the Princess Luncheon in Cinderella's Castle. It was booked out three months in advance and we couldn't get in. When Peyton saw the castle, she asked us why she couldnt go in it. Chris was determined to get his little girl inside and he did! They just happened to have a cancellation and we walked right in! Such a good Daddy!
Upon entering the castle, each family is greeted by Cinderella and portraits are taken. At first, Peyton was nervous and didn't want to talk to her.
Then, you are escorted to the Dining Room for lunch. As you finish eating, the other Princesses arrive. The most amazing part of the lunch is that each Princess visits with each family and actually spends a good amount of time talking with the child. Peyton warmed right up and was in absolute awe of her idols.
Sleeping Beauty, Princess Aurora
LOVED Snow White
She was so proud to have been kissed by Snow White!
Beauty and the Beast, Belle
Princess Jasmine
Very proud that she met the Princesses!
This lunch was certainly the highlight of everyone's day.
Peyton didn't take long to find her two favorite rides in Fantasy Land: Dumbo and the Carousel. She descibed these as "The Elephants" and "The Unicorns" and had to ride them multiple times.
Ready to take flight with Dumbo
The Carousel
We also toured both Minnie and Mickey's homes. (No, they dont live together) :)
Minnie's Home
Mickey's Home
After a beautiful day of walking around the park, we rested our legs on Main Street's curb and devoured some ice cream.
We completed our awesome day by having dinner with our dear friends Nick, Leigh and Xander. It was great to catch up with them and finally meet eachother's kids!
The guys liked this as much as the kids.
After dinner, Peyton was officially tuckered out. What a day!
The next morning, we had an early birthday celebration for Peyton with Chef Mickey!
Whew! What a trip! I didn't want to leave out any of the fantastic details. This was an early third birthday present to our sweet Princess. We hope she enjoyed it as much as we did!
We LOVE you Peyton Raleigh! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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