THE HURSTS: November 2010

"All my dreams came true!" That is what Caroline told me today about her first trip to Disney! James promised her that if she were potty trained we would go meet Mickey! So, we did. James, myself, Caroline and Mimi spent 5 action packed, magical dream come true days in Disney World!

The first day we arrived, we walked over to Epcot for lunch. By luck we ended up at the Epcot Character Spot! Who was there, the Mouse himself and all his friends! Caroline freaked out! I don't have these photos because they were taken by the photo pass people from Disney so I have to purchase them. We thought she might be afraid of them, but she walked straight up and hugged Mickey! The rest of the trip she talked about "that hugging Mickey" and his gloves. That night we went to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party! It was a long day, but so incredible!

Day 2, Caroline opened her eyes (early) and grinned this big adorable grin at me and her daddy in the bed. She ran to see Mimi in the other room, then pulled back the draperies and said, "I'm looking for the Magic Kingdom!" That day we had the most glorious lunch at Cinderella's Royal Table IN THE CASTLE! Caroline was dressed in her pink Aurora gown and crown. She looked beautiful. Prior to lunch, she had a personal meet and greet with Cinderella and a photo taken which was given to us during our meal. She was so excited that she could not eat! She met all of the princesses, most importantly Sleeping Beauty! She and Aurora sang, "Once Upon A Dream" together. It was absolutely precious! Notice in several of the princess and Caroline photos, Caroline did not want to take her eyes off of them, so she is facing the camera with eyes held tight on her heros.

We had several character meals after that, meeting every character imaginable. We bought glow necklaces and spinners and t-shirts, fancy drinks with glow in the dark Tink and Buzz, and of course, Mickey ears. We ate funnel cakes and pretzels and popcorn, Mickey waffles and ice cream! It's a good thing we walked about 100 miles a day.

This was a trip that will burn bright in our memories forever. The excitement on her face and the squeals of joy were magical!

4:30 am

The little princess.

FIRST RIDE-THE MAGIC CARPETS

WAITING AT THE CASTLE

LUNCH AT THE ROYAL TABLE

CAROLINE'S DREAM COME TRUE--MEETING SLEEPING BEAUTY

Notice the "new" baby Aurora in the middle. She was bought on the first day and went everywhere with Caroline. She is now our most special doll because we got her on this trip and Princess Aurora signed her hair!

SNOW WHITE

BELLE

The Wishing Ceremony--Each person was given a wand or a sword and also a wishing star. There was a lot of waving and many wishes were made.

TIKI ROOM

****AURORA****

ARIEL

THE EARS

Caroline insisted on wearing hers backwards!

Breakfast with friends at the Beach Club!

One of Caroline's favorite memories--Twirling with Minnie!

Playhouse Disney Show was a hit!

Check out the special vintage Mickey Mouse watch with red patent band from Rod and Sandy.

She loved it and showed it to Mickey Mouse when they met!

Oh What Fun!!

"Tubby little Cubby all stuffed with fluff"

Dizzy Tea Cups

Small World--We road twice, then at the airport on the way home she said, "Daddy we haven't been on Small World in a while. We need to go again!"

Anastasia

Drysela

Talking with Cinderella about Prince Charming and asking if she was wearing her glass slippers. Caroline also showed Cinderella her own shoes which she told her looked like magic