This Spring Break was one to remember.
We had been talking about for a while and finally made it happen.
Disneyland was our destination -- a family & friend trip!
We had a truly amazing time and were blessed that Grandma 'Son'
joined us for the adventure. She was an absolute trooper. She matched us step-for-step
for 12+ miles a day of trekking from park to park. She went on more rides than I did,
including Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Matterhorn
and Gaurdians of the Galaxy
(with a 130 foot drop...no thank you).
We explored and experienced both Disneyland and California Adventure.
We had pool time, got our fill of Dole Whip and churros,
enjoyed the sunshine, checked out the new Star Wars attractions
and even managed to make it to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
(on Grandma's wish list, not so much on ours).
We went hunting for just the right Disney pins for Carmen to trade.
Dried off multiple times form multiple trips down Splash Mountain.
Saw the fireworks show from our hotel room
and figured out how to use the new Genie+ system to
minimize our time standing in line for all of the attractions.
We laughed, we smiled, we took everything in.
Best of all, we spent most of it with amazing friends.
It was a dream come true for the kids.
Not only all of their best friends in one place,
but in Disneyland of all places. It was a trip of a lifetime.
Now for photo overload....
Look who we saw at the airport?!
Great way to start the trip.
Disney, here we come!
Our home for the trip.
A warm welcome for Grandma.
Pool time
First moments at the Park
Splash Mountain....
meet up spot for some cooling down.
The boys.
The girls.
The dads.
Here we go....
Classic pics.
The aftermath...
Big Thunder Railroad.
No shortage of treats.
Man-kinis!
Embarrassed by Guston...
Twinning.
Matterhorn ride-goers.
Incredicoaster crew.
Incredicoaster spectators.
Girl time = fun times.
The Big Brookside Crew
(12 kids)
(the boys)
(the girls)
(the moms)
(the dads)
(the adults; feels like prom)
The hunt for the perfect trading pin.
Max was not into a Disney souvenir.
However, he did find joy at the Pele soccer store.
More Disney fun.
Thanks Disneyland.
We had a fabulous trip.
See you next time.
