We are wrapping up our week's vacation while Mary was on vacation. We took a last minute trip down to Florida to see Gramma Debi D, Mickey, Goofy & HANDY MANNY :)
You did a great job on the plane. We wish you would have slept longer and wish that landings weren't so traumatizing to you but, overall, you were a good sport. When we got to Gramma Debi D's, it was all about her puppy Ms. Stevi. We were pretty tired when we got there but you immediately perked up when you saw the woof-woof. First thing out of your mouth in the morning was "woof-woof."
On Sunday, we went to the beach. The waves coming in and out kind of scared you - especially when the sand shifted under your feet. But, overall, you enjoyed the beach. You played in the sand, you collected shells, you let the waves roll over your toes and you were rotten enough to throw sand into your brother's face. It was a great treat for me to see you at the beach. I love water and I loved seeing you enjoying the visit. Afterwards, we went swimming at Gramma's pool and you were braver than I have ever seen you. It was a great day with our family of 4!
On Monday, we went to Disney. We had lunch right when we walked in the door. After that, there was a parade going on. You were so excited to Mickey and Minnie. But, as they got closer, you got scared. It wasn't a good omen for our 2 days of Disney parks.
Your favorite ride of the day was It's a Small World. You were scared at first then you loved all the dolls. We also rode Pooh and Buzz Light year. You liked the serenity of It's a Small World. Unfortunately, you are your mother's child. For it being so hot and you not having a nap, you did really well at the park. After we had dinner, we went to Downtown Disney and you did great even though it was so late in the night. You got a little spoiled with treats at Downtown by both me and Gramma Debi D!
On Tuesday, we went to Hollywood Studios and you enjoyed that much more. I don't know if you were more comfortable in the park or it just had more for you to do. We walked in and saw Handy Manny. This was the moment I was waiting for. I had Daddy man the camera and Gramma Debi D man the video camera. I wanted your excitement all captured. Well, you were excited when we were far away but you were traumatized up close. I was kind of surprised because he is your favorite.
We did a character lunch that day with Handy Manny, Oso and 2 Little Einsteins. You were still scared but you did high 5 one of the Einsteins. It was fun to be in that diner because there was singing and dancing. It was fun to watch you watch the activities. You did jump up and down and sing a bit.
We went to meet the "vroom vrooms", saw the Muppet show and when we were walking out, you wanted to see the "vroom vrooms" again. After that, we went to meet Pooh and Mickey. You tore at my heart with Mickey. You were still scared of him but when we left, you waved bye-bye and you blew him a kiss. *swoon*
Our final stop for the day was the Disney Jr stage show. I didn't know quite what to expect but thought you would like it. You LOVED it. It was all your favorite people - Mickey Mouse Clubhouse characters, Handy Manny, and Jake and the Neverland pirates. You stood up, sang, danced, clapped and were so excited. I think this show was the highlight of the trip for me, Daddy & Gramma Debi D. It was your true moment of Disney Magic.
We wrapped up the day with some shopping. You got more spoiled. You would grab things and run out of the shop (little thief). One memorable moment was when you got out of your stroller, grabbed a ball, put it in the stroller basket and climbed back into your stroller. It was like, I want this and I am going to take it. Thankfully, we caught all your thievery so we didn't all get thrown in the can :)
Yesterday, we went to our first Husker Party of the season at Auntie Becky's. You had fun watching the fish and entertaining your Blankman family with your antics. Towards the end of the afternoon, Stephen brought out one of his snakes. You were really scared at first then you were all excited. You were petting the albino snake and laughing. I was petrified because you kept going for his head - talk about heart palpitations. Later, they brought out another boa constrictor and you pet that one too. When we were down with outside, Auntie Becky took you downstairs. I couldn't tell by your noises if you were scared or excited but they told me you were flipping out excited. They have several snakes down there in glass aquariums. Because they were locked up, you were finally able to touch their heads through the glass and you were happy :) Now, you will want to go to Auntie Becky's for both the fish and the snakes!
I must confess that it this week was a treat and Mary being on vacation forced us to do something we wouldn't have normally done. I really enjoyed Disney and watching you experience it. I know that you will never, ever remember it but your daddy and I will. We can't wait to take you & Joey back there as you are older to see you enjoy it even more. I fear we are going to end up being one of those annual trip families.
Developmentally, you are talking a lot more. It seems like every day, you are saying words I haven't heard before. You have 3-4 new teeth coming in so you won't have any gaps any more. You don't seem to be screaming during the night anymore. We shared a bed at Gramma Debi D's (me, you and daddy) and you are a complete bed hog. You are so smart that it kills me - we saw Donald and Daisy at Hollywood Studios. You said "Quack Quack." Later in the day, we passed that same spot a few times. Each time, you would say "Quack Quack" even though they weren't there anymore. I couldn't believe with all the walking we did that you remembered where they were.
Tuesday is a big day for you. You start preschool at daycare! You got your own backpack (which you picked out) and you will start your school work. I can't wait to get your papers - which, for now, will just be scribbles. I can't believe that you are even remotely old enough to start preschool - just yesterday you were being born :)
We have some good family photos coming on our disk from Disney but I will leave you with some from my camera.
You on the plane with "your" (aka my) ipad.
Sandy hands and face on the beach
Playing with the beach toys gramma bought you
Showing Gramma how to work the ipad with Ms. Stevi
Trying on hats at the hat store
You picked the ugliest hat in the whole store. I tried to distract you with lots of others and you kept going back to this ugly thing - which Gramma took pity on you & bought it.
The Dumbo ride was closed but we got to sit in a seat and take a photo together
Shock and awe in the "It's a Small World Ride" - look how sweaty and hot we were! When we came out, it was raining so we cooled off.
Splash park at Downtown Disney
Plastic Poohs are OK - real Pooh did not lend itself to this smile!
Disney Jr. Show
Handy & the Tools during the Disney Jr. Show
Jake and the Neverland Pirates during the Jr. show - to which you started going "Yo ho" just like the show.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse - you started clapping but they did not sing the "Hot Dog" song.
Screaming at Handy.
Round 2 with Handy - must have caught a quick breath between screams.
Characters in the center of Hollywood Studios. You really enjoyed them - can't you tell? :)
End of the day sucker treat
Lunch with Handy - we tricked you. I saw him coming and told your daddy to stand you up and distract you. Then, when he got behind you, I snapped the photo before you saw him & started screaming.
Gramma showing you how much she loves Oso and you could hug him too :)
You watching the show - not a good photo but it just reminds me of how excited you were clapping, dancing and singing.
Being cheesy with your mama - or "daddy" like you call me.
Vroom Vroom tattoo - it is just now starting to come off. Lasted almost a week.
Silly hat
Really silly hat that ended up coming home with us. You loved it like a dork :)
You & Gramma Debi D before she left
This is a silly photo but it is endearing to me. You gathered up all your treats from shopping - your vroom vroom light toy, your bead hat, your mickey & minnie key chains and your mickey bracelet. You laid on the bed and started playing with them. It just made me think that you were laying there reliving the trip with your toys.
You & Stephen with the albino boa.
The other boa.
A full shot of the albino.
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