"I wanna be where the people are..."

"Watch and you'll see - someday I'll be part of your world..."



It happened. We went where the people were - and that was Disneyland. For months we planned a trip to take Bailey to California and Disneyland for her 4th birthday and I am happy to say that is was a huge success. It was beyond magical, wonderful and practically perfect in every way. Be warned - this post is going to have lots and lots of photos and you are so very welcome for that. Bailey (or Trevor and myself) couldn't have had a better time. A huge thank you again to our friends Jacque and Shane and Wow Me Travel for making everything so easy and special.

We started our trip by first going to St. George where Trevor had to work for the day - so Bailey and Mommy's day of fun began. We went to a children's museum, to the Peanuts movie and to a play place. After we picked up Trevor from work, we ventured to Vegas for the night. Then we were off to California. We went to Newport Beach before going to our hotel and played in the ocean and sand for a little while. Bailey loved it - even when Trevor ventured a little far into the water and got them both pretty wet.

 
Afterward we were off to the Disney Paradise Pier Hotel. We were greeted by friendly happy employees and Bailey was given a balloon and a birthday button almost immediately upon our arrival. We checked in and then headed to the pool. After the pool our little Minnie was all ready for dinner and we went to the hotel restaurant and had our first delicious Disney meal. Upon our arrival, Bailey started brushing her hair with the "Dinglehopper" (fork) or as she likes to call it lately the "tanglehopper" which actually makes way more sense. Bailey got to design her own pizza and it was cooked by Mickey. She also got a fun Ariel cup, another button and was sung to and got a special birthday dessert. Trevor and I also had some delicious and amazing food - there was a smores bar. Yeah. Yum! Then it was time to try and get to bed so we could try and be out the door by 7am. We tried.:)

 

We decided to do Disneyland on day one. We started with Star tours and then made our way to Space Mountain. Bailey wasn't so sure at the beginning of Star Tours, but realized about 2 seconds in that she loved it. Her love and excitement didn't waver again. She was on board for any ride and show and treat. She insisted on having her hands up on every ride and was typically the youngest and smallest on every time. They kept measuring her, but she's pretty tall and could go on mostly everything except Indiana Jones. We can do that on our next trip. Bailey also met and hugged Goofy and got "kidnapped" by Pluto and then kissed him on the nose. It was pretty perfect. It was a long and fun filled day. Trevor even participated as "Paul Bunyan" in the show at the Golden Horseshoe. We were able to hit almost everything we wanted including: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Haunted Mansion, Splash Mountain, Pirates, Autotopia, and more. Bailey also loved the parade and the fireworks and when it "snowed" on main street. Definitely a memorable and magical day.

 

 

 

 

 

Day two was California Adventure and we had a great time as well. There was something not so magical that did happen. I forgot our vouchers for our fun lunch planned at Ariel's Grotto - so Trevor had to walk back to the hotel and get them. Bailey and I went on the Zephyr about 4 times and the Ariel ride 3 times while waiting for him to get back. It wasn't busy yet and we were able to either stay on the ride or just quickly get back in line. We definitely had more fun during that hour then he had. He was only mad at me for a little while. Luckily we were able to get more rides in before and after lunch. Back to lunch at Ariel's Grotto. This was fabulous and I would do this again. Bailey was able to meet and talk to several princesses including Ariel (her favorite), Rapunzel, Belle, Tiana, and Snow White. After lunch we changed out of our Princess Anna attire and into our Darth Vader leggings. Cause that's what you do. We then saw Mickey and waved at him, but then Bailey was "kidnapped"by Minnie! It was so cute! Bailey was just beaming and so happy and excited. After this we decided to go see the Frozen sing along and then the Aladdin show. Both were super fun. Bailey also met Princess Sophia (and she now refers to all the characters she met as her best friends). Afterwards we saw the Pixar parade and then went on Souring over California. Then it was time to get our seats for "World of Color." It was fantastical and beautiful. Bailey was falling asleep right before it started, but she managed to wake up and finished the day by going and riding our last ride "Tower of Terror." She loved it. No exaggeration. We all crashed pretty hard that night, but no one faster than the Bailey. She fell asleep in her clothes on the floor about 3 minutes after getting back to our room. She was definitely tired, but she had so much fun. She still can't stop talking about it. It was definitely worth it and such a great first family trip for us. The next morning we were off to Arizona for more birthday celebrations and Thanksgiving fun.

  

On the next post I will tell you all about Bailey's fun birthday parties - yes she had a few and our fantastic trip to Arizona. We are getting ready for Christmas and trying to enjoy December as much as possible. We hope you are doing the same.Until next time adventurers - keep on adventuring...

"The Bend....And Snap...Works Everytime..."

This Halloween was a fun filled Elle Woods experience in our household. Bailey was excited to wear lots of pink and carry her own little Bruiser Woods. I went as her manicurist and friend Ms. Paulette Bonifonte. We managed to teach Bailey several great lines from Legally Blonde to go with her fabulous costume. Some of them were:


This is going to be just like senior year, but funner.
What like it's hard?
I'm sorry, I just hallucinated.
Thanks for inviting me girls - this party is super fun.
We're both Gemini vegetarians,
Excuse me - I have some shopping to do.

Bailey loved trick or treating. We went to a trunk or treat at our church a few days before and managed to then go trick or treating with her cousin on Halloween. The girls had a lot of fun together (as did my brother Dalan and I) and got tons of candy - that we are still working ourselves through. Bailey still asks about our light up ghosts that have been returned to storage in our garage. All of our Halloween decor has now been replaced with Thanksgiving decorations. Every morning begins the same as we come downstairs, with Bailey saying, "Oh it's still Thanksgiving huh...." She knows her birthday is just after that and then comes Christmas. To say this girl loves holidays would be a complete understatement.

Trevor's dad came up for another fun Utah football game and missed out on most of the Halloween fun. Lucky for him Bailey told him everything that happened. Even a creepy clown opening the door at one house while trick or treating and making Bailey laugh. She wasn't scared at all which can't be said for my niece. Not sure what that says about what Bailey sees or watches at home. We don't watch walking dead with her in the room - usually. Ha.

Weather is definitely turning colder and we have seen a little bit of snow. Bring it on, unless we have some travelling to do - which we definitely do in upcoming weeks. Excited to see family in Idaho, and Arizona and taking the B to Disneyland. We aren't sure who is most excited for all our upcoming adventures.

Until then - stay happy and warm.

"I always feel like somebody's watching me..."

Happy almost Halloween Adventurers! Boo!!!!

We are pretty excited for Halloween in our household. Bailey and myself were able to go up to Logan to see McKenna and her kiddos - (and my mom even came) to attend this years annual pumpkin walk. This was our third year going and it was as fun and super cool as its been in the past. It is amazing to see what people can create with pumpkins. The kids of course had a blast. 

 

Took Lots of Pictures of the Dumb and Dumber Display for Daddy 

"Back to the Future" and "Inside Out" were a couple of the favorites

Bailey and Carter like each other quite a bit. It's adorable

We also managed to find some time to go to a pumpkin patch with the Bailey. It is finally getting cooler, but we have definitely been enjoying the unseasonably warmer weather while we can. 70's and sunny is pretty enjoyable.

We are also super happy that Trevor's parents came up for a quick visit before Janis (my mother in law) had to have double knee replacement surgery in Arizona. Heal fast and feel better and we will see you soon. Trevor has been enjoying his Utah football season tickets - even more now that his dad will be able to attend some games with him. Go Utes! 

Bailey also attended another (boy) friends birthday party where she was one of only a handful of girls in attendance and the only girl not related to the birthday boy. She managed to go on rides with several boys at once and hold hands with one of the boys throughout most of the party. Funny and adorable. 

November is going to be another fun filled month. We are taking Bailey to Disneyland (for her birthday) and I am not sure who is more excited out of our entire household. We are also going to the beach and show her the ocean. Then we will head to Arizona for Thanksgiving and family fun as well as a little pre-birthday celebration. I can't believe my baby girl is going to be 4 soon. How is that possible?!! Anyway - great firsts and celebrations are on the way. We send the best to all of our adventurers. Until next time - enjoy some Halloween attire and silliness. 

She ain't afraid of no ghosts

"I'm making sand angels mommy..."