Friday, November 23, 2012

Gus the Elf Arrived - with huge surprises!

Our "elf on the shelf" Gus arrived on Thanksgiving morning with a huge surprise, a 40" HD Samsung TV!  (I don't have a media center yet, so had to put it on an old cedar chest!! ha)...
 
 
Here's our silly elf! 
 
And on morning two, we all got new pajamas!
 

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

40th Birthday Celebration

Hubby and I met a several friends on Saturday night for my 40th Birthday Celebration.  We had a blast, and I appreciate all who showed up!!  I still can't believe I am turning 40 this weekend! wow.


Wednesday, November 07, 2012

Sneak Peek of the New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom

We were so fortunate today to be able to attend a "dress rehersal" at Disney World's New Fantasyland. This is a great new area for Belle and Arial. (It doesn't officially open until December 9th, I believe).

The new "Be Our Guest Restaurant"  - but good luck trying to get reservation as they are filled up for months, but the menu looks devine!

 Gaston's Tavern
 
Gaston and my son showing their muscles!
 
Unfortunately my camera battery died right before entering "Enchanted Tales with Belle" but the kids really enjoyed the interactive story time.
 
 
Outside of "Under the Sea" - Little Mermaid New Ride

The seats are "clam shells" (similar to the NEMO ride seats at EPCOT)

 The end of the ride/last scene...the ride is SO CUTE, great music, just FUN all around.
 
Arial's Grotto - photo time

 
It's just beautiful - and MAGICAL - in the new area. My kids loved it. 
I can't wait to go back again soon. 

New "Circus Theme" Characters at Magic Kingdom

My kids were off school today so we hit Magic Kingdom.  We were able to do several NEW things today, including a visit to "Pete's Silly Slideshow".  Basically four of Mickey's best friends--Donald, Goofy, Daisy and Minnie--are dressed up in magical costumes. Very cute. 
 
Donald Duck

Daisy Duck

Minnie Mouse

And Goofy!