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A Day at Disneyland

March 6, 2013 by Julie 3 Comments

A trip to Disneyland

The last couple of times we were in California, it was summertime. I simply can not do Disney in the summer. Growing up 20 minutes away from Disneyland I just can’t stand paying so much and having to wait so long for the rides. I went to a year round school so we would always take advantage of the three weeks we had off in October that no one else did and went to Disney and other amusement parts. We were able to walk on a lot of the rides.

A trip to Disneyland

Since we were finally going to CA in the off-season, I decided to take my oldest two to Disneyland for a day. I debated buying the three-day Disneyland Military discount but in the end we really only had the time for one day there and I didn’t think we would make it back to CA before the tickets would expire. I decided to leave my 2-year-old with Grandma and Grandpa for the day because my oldest two are now tall enough to go on every single ride. I also didn’t want to have to worry about a stroller or diapers. One of my best friends in California met me there with her oldest two kids. We also were able to meet another good friend and her kids and Mom for dinner as they have Disneyland passes.

A trip to Disneyland

It was such a great day for us all. We had so much fun. It was so great to take my boys on the rides I loved growing up. To see them smile and talk about how awesome each one was. Drew did hate Space Mountain but really seemed to like everything else. We had to start our day at Star Tours since Drew had been talking about that ride for months. What was really great was that we didn’t have to wait longer than 10-20 minutes for any of the rides. Some of the waits got longer during the day and we used the Fast Pass for Splash Mountain. I really wanted to stay until it closed and we left about 15 minutes before it did, ending the night with a parade.

A trip to Disneyland

I can’t wait to go back although it might be in another 3-4 years. I love Disneyland and it holds a special place in my heart. I have so many memories there. From going with my Grandparents when I was a kid to going on dates there with my high school boyfriend. It kills me that it is so expensive these days. I don’t think Walt Disney would like it. But it is an amazing place and so thankful we got the chance to go this year.

A trip to Disneyland

As for how Drew did? Just fine. The lines didn’t bother him although they weren’t all that long. Just watching him take it all in was so much fun!

I have never been to Walt Disney World and hope to do that someday. I want to wait until Joshua is older so all my kids can do all the rides.

Have you been to Disney lately?

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  1. Stacey Burke

    March 7, 2013 at 9:47 am

    We went to Disney World in December. We pretty much ” stalked ” the Princesses and other characters for our 4 year old daughter. She loved seeing all of them, getting their autographs and a picture with each one ( although her face doesn’t show it in the pics ). We did one park a day ~ had the 4 day Military hopper pass. It was fun but exhausting!! We can’t wait to take her back to do all the other fun stuff!!! 🙂

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  2. Amber

    March 8, 2013 at 3:00 pm

    How fun! We’re going to Disney in June. Can’t wait!

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  3. DbaiG

    August 12, 2013 at 5:36 am

    Disneyland – Every child’s fantasy, a place where even adults find the child in themselves. What makes it sweeter is that the family trips work like wonders in this magical world of adventure and excitement. Imagine spending thrilling hours at the rides and the movie-like ambience come alive. It’s a beautiful and fun-filled treat for all!

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