Disneyland 2009

We took our 5th annual trip with the Keenans. After several treks to Arizona for Spring Training, we realized last year the Disneyland is a much more easy and entertaining trip for the kiddos. So, we tried it again this year. This would be the only time we were able to corral the 4 kids together for a group shot.

While Dumbo may not be the most exhilarating ride at Disneyland, it was one that all 4 kids enjoyed. Wilken, once again, was fearless. While he will not watch movies (even Toy Story), he will go on any ride at Disneyland, no matter how dark or fast. He was just tall enough for Thunder Mountain, which he and his mommy took at night during the fireworks display. Both he and Jake went on Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan, drove the cars, the submarine ride, the roller coaster in Toon Town, as well as multiple other rides. They had a blast. Jake was a little bit more tentative, but was willing to go on every ride, mainly with mommy. He got a bit antsy to get out of each one before the end of the ride. The kids were tuckered out. Remarkably, they both took a nap at the same time in the double stroller we borrowed from our neighbor. We went out to dinner at a very fancy restaurant by Pirates.The kids were a little wild. Jake had to be removed from the premises after he began throwing his silverware and dinner roll. With lollipops, juice, ice cream, and chocolate/caramel covered marshmallows, it was a very indulgent day. I think more than one kid complained of their tummy hurting.All in all, it was a spectacular but exhausting day. We can't wait for our 2010 trip.