Disney with Grandma & Tati

While my mother-in-law Betty was in town, we decided to spend a Friday morning at Magic Kingdom. Stan and Betty spent a couple of days at Disney with us back in May, but the crowds were crazy then and it was sooooo hot. September is apparently a good time to go because it seemed practically empty in comparison and there was even a hint of a cool breeze. Or maybe it was just the fall decorations playing with my head?

We set a new record for rides and character greetings during our 5 hour visit: 8! We began with "Enchanted Tales with Belle." Robert had taken Abby once before on a daddy/daughter date, but this one was new to me and it was so much fun! The talking wardrobe began telling the story.

Different roles were assigned and Betty got to play the wardrobe!

Here's the Beast's library. Robert was a knight.

Here's Belle! Lumiere talked and moved, too.

This little boy who played the Beast was pretty precious.

Belle gave Abby a bookmark.

Belle and Betty.

Belle and her knights!

So fun! After Belle we went on Peter Pan's Flight, a new ride for everyone.

Our ships soared over moonlit London and through Never Land.

After that we breezed through a non-existent line for "It's a Small World." I know this ride is for the littlest of kids but we still love it every time. I always see something new and fun.

After that it was time for our FastPass to meet Ariel. Another first.

These are the most awkward photos ever!

Is Abby trying to figure out her costume?! I think she had doubts that this was the real Ariel. Oh, and I've failed to mentioned that our friend Tati met up with us at the park. Tati works with Robert and has become a dear friend to our entire family. If any word could describe her, it would have to be fun. Tati is always setting up events and gatherings...at bowling alleys, breweries, you name it. She is a big kid at heart and loves Disney more than anyone I know.

Alright, enough of that awkwardness. Abby must have been feeling particularly brave because for our 5th stop, she decided she was ready to ride Dumbo. We've watched this ride a few times but she's never agreed to get on.

I love this fun photo Tati took with her phone!

You can't tell from this picture, but I promise Abby had plenty of smiles.

Stop #6: we breezed through the line for the teacups.

Abby has always refused to ride the carousel in the past, too. Silly, I know. But not today! In fact, she insisted on riding the carousel not once, but twice.

I think this is Robert's Prince Charming look?!

For our 8th and final stop of the day, we went on the Jungle Cruise for the first time. I guess it's one of the oldest rides in the park and our tour guide told the corniest jokes. It was fun but we might not do it again. On our way out, Grandma bought Abby a Daisy doll and she's been sleeping with her every night since. Thanks for a fun Disney day, Grandma & Tati!