Day 2: Animal Kingdom and more Magic Kingdom

After our very exciting first day in the Magic Kingdom we decided to spend next morning at Animal Kingdom. We saw some pretty cool animals up close and Sarah rode Expedition Everest (her first roller coaster!) with JB. Since the morning was pretty low key we went back to Magic Kingdom in the afternoon.

Checking out the map of our safari.

This guy was amazing. It was like watching Johnny Depp on stage.

Our family tradition... while at Disney we get dessert at every meal!

We woke Sarah up so she could watch the fireworks.

Next up: The day of Princesses.

Magic Kingdom...

Our first full day in Disney World was spent at The Magic Kingdom. We rode rides, ate with Winnie the Pooh and gang, and saw a fantastic parade.

Waiting for the park to open.

Watching Mickey and pals roll in on the Walt Disney World Express.

Anna always had the best seat in the house.

Dumbo!

Teacups!

Pukahontas did NOT like the fact that we weren't going to let her ride. After one giant crocodile tear rolled down her cheek, JB decided to take her for a spin. She did great and even wanted to spin fast!

Waiting for Daddy to return with a snack.

Ahhhh, the quintessential Disney treat.

Next Up: Animal Kindgom and more Magic Kingdom!

Arrival Day

We arrived at The Contemporary by midmorning and spend the rest of the day exploring our the hotel and eating with Mickey and his pals!

On our balcony.... First glimpse of Cinderella's castle.

Chillin' in the room...

View from our room of the expansion of Fantasy Land. Pretty sure the castle in the middle belongs to the Beast.

Getting the autograph book ready....

Mickey!

The first of many, many desserts.

Next stop: The Magic Kingdom!

Dallas Arboretum

Sorry for the delay in posting pictures of our Disney trip. Most of you know we have had a lot on our minds over the last few weeks. So, without further delay....

We started our trip in Dallas at the Arboretum. Pumpkins were everywhere. Literally. Pumpkins and gourds of all shapes and sizes and colors. They lined walks, they were hanging on houses, they. were. everywhere! We also had the bonus of good weather, beautiful gardens and good company. Thanks, Bubba and Holly!

Next stop: The Contemporary Resort!

Disney Trip Day 1

JB here. Our adventure begins with a drive to Dallas. We spent the day with Greg and Holly at the Dallas Arboretum.  They had a pumpkin thing going on. Tomorrow we rise REALLY early to catch our flight to Orlando.

LR Weekend

We had a quick but fun trip to Little Rock this weekend for the DBD 100. The girls, Mom and I stopped at a chalk drawing festival on our way to meet JB at the finish line...

At the Finish Festival: Brian Kinder groupie...

Chocolate milk for everyone!

School Days...

First Grade: Take 1...

K3...

First Grade: Take 2...

Life is in full swing so this is all you get!