Friday, July 17, 2009

Disneyland

On our way home from N. California we stopped and went to Disneyland. We went on Bill's birthday...and you are free on your birthday and Aliyah was free so we only had to pay for me so it worked out really nicely. We were there about 30 minutes before it opened and were first in line to get through the gate. We booked it to Finding Nemo and Peter Pan first off before they got long lines, then we spent a few hours in Fantasyland and ToonTown. Aliyah didn't like the "inside" type rides, like Peter Pan, Pinnochio, etc.--they scared her a bit. But she loved the Carousel, Dumbo, Teacups, Its a Small World, Casey Jr Train and the Tiki Room. She also enjoyed meeting some of the characters. However, she was a bit scared of Mulan, she had never seen the movie. All the others she ran right up to and hugged...it was so cute. About 1pm, Aliyah and I headed back to the hotel for lunch and a nap while Bill took the 4 hours we were gone to ride all the "wild" rides that Aliyah and I couldn't do. When we got back in the evening, we took it easy, did a few more family rides, had dinner, and watched the fireworks show. We didn't end up leaving Disneyland until 11pm!!! Luckily Aliyah and I had a bit of a break but Bill went 15 hours straight!! Needless to say we were all exhausted from the long day.

The whole day went surprisingly well. Aliyah was happy most the day and took a great nap at the hotel. I did great despite being 32 weeks pregnant on my feet all day in the heat. It was the perfect ending to a great vacation.














5 comments:

Staci said...

That looks like tons of fun! I just love Disneyland!!

Lindsey said...

It looks like you guys had an awesome trip. I can't believe how many great family pictures you got at Disneyland. Your little tummy looks so cute! Way to brave the park so far along! I remember being scared to go places as I got further along in case the baby came early (but of course Luke came late...) Thanks for posting all the cute pictures!

Evelyn said...

Looks like you had a great time! You look so cute pregnant. I hope you are feeling well. We are excited for the new baby to come. Hopefully we can see you guys before too long.

Evelyn said...

Bill - We hope you had a great birthday! Sorry I didn't call. Did you get the Napoleon Dynamite card? My kids were laughing so hard when they were writing in it! I can't believe you are 27 years old!

Bill Aaron said...

Yes I got the card, thanks! I was laughing at what your boys wrote, very funny.