Disney Day One-Magic Kingdom

Monday, January 20th was Magic Kingdom day!  We ate breakfast in our room, gathered our things, and walked to the bus stop between 8:15 and 8:30.  We didn't wait too long for a bus, but the bus then made three other stops at our resort.  It was still a quick trip, and we got to the turnstiles as they were finishing the opening show.  We made our way in and purchased our autograph books, and it was a good thing, because we stumbled across Pluto.  Both kids were excited but Sam's face was priceless.

We then started working our way down Main Street and had to get a few pictures of the castle.  It was kind of crowded on Main Street but I knew that was due to the holiday and everyone getting in at opening.

We made our way to Dumbo and didn't need to use our FastPass.  It was the perfect way to start our Disney day!

We also rode the Prince Charming's Regal Carousel, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, and It's a Small World.  I had a FastPass for Winnie the Pooh but we didn't need it.  We basically walked right on to every ride.  It was amazing to see the kids faces and take it all in.

We also did some sightseeing and found fun things like Rapunzel's tower.

We decided to walk back towards the castle close to our lunch reservation time, and we stumbled across the Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party.  It was a fun, quick parade/show with really catchy tunes.

By then it was time for lunch at Cinderella's Royal Table.  We met Cinderella as we went in {and spotted Gus} then went upstairs.  We had a great table at the window and overlooked the carousel.  I loved that they brought cheese and grapes quickly for the kids and hummus, cheese, and crackers for us.  Ned had beef short ribs and I had the catch of the day.  Both were delicious, as was my chocolate mousse dessert.  The kids weren't eating much because they had wands and swords and were meeting princesses.  We met Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Ariel, and Jasmine.  Please note Sam trying to pierce Snow White with his sword then flirting with Jasmine.  It was such a fun and special lunch and totally worth 2 dining credits a piece for Avery to eat in Cinderella's castle.

By then it was nap time so we started making our way to the bus.  As we walked I was sure I was behind Carrie {I actually spotted her husband first}.  I knew they were there but didn't want to speak to the wrong person.  I finally got brave and said her name, and it was her!  I've wanted to meet a blog friend in person for a long time, and what better place than Disney!

Sam took a long nap once we got back, and the rest of us rested.  We hustled back to Magic Kingdom to use our FastPass for the Jungle Cruise.  I had worried about using one for that, but Avery ended up loving it so I was happy I did.  The wait at that point was pretty long for it.

Dinner was at Columbia Harbour House.  I had fish pieces and Ned had fried shrimp.  Mine was good; Ned said his had a little too much batter.  I liked that it was very quiet and calm inside.

We did some walking around after that.  Things were getting busy with the parade at 7 and fireworks at 8.

Our last goal of the night was to pick up mouse ears for Avery and Sam in the very busy Emporium.  Avery was thrilled with her ears and needed them on right away.

It was past bedtime when we got back, but I still had to get a picture of this buddy in his ears.  He was a trooper all day and far exceeded our expectations for his behavior.

Avery and Sam went to sleep, and Ned and I watched TV and played on our iPads until we were ready for bed.  Everyone slept well after our magical day.

You can read about our adventures traveling to Disney here.