Because of aging children who play sports, we are having to sneak off to Florida whenever there is a break in the sporting routine and November it was. We had never been that time of year before, so we were pumped. We heard the weather was awesome and the crowds were zero and we heard right. (of course I have to say that when we go in January, the weather is usually awesome and the crowds are still zero...so we're good either way I guess)
Departure: 3:00 p.m Friday November 11th;
If you are a cop or a big time rule follower, skip the next picture cuz we drive all night long and we try to be as comfortable as possible when sleeping. Trust me, four dramatic daughters crabby from little sleep is NOT a good way to start the trip.
However, death isn't a good way to start the trip either. Yes, Sophie is on the floor. Let's just say we pray a whole lot during the night while driving.
Arrival: 9:30 a.m...Kissimmee. JUST in time for breakfast and some much deserved swimming.
Although tired and somewhat delirious from lack of sleep, our first night there was spent at Downtown Disney, one of our many favorite Florida places to go.
And this guy, well, the DeBacker girls have a little crush on him. I'm pretty sure Chris does too. He is Dominic Gaudious. He plays the electric guitar and the didjeridoo and he is AWESOME. We love him. I've posted about him before. The words Downtown Disney and Dominic Gaudious go hand-in-hand for us. Big time memory for the DeBackers. If he ever stops performing we might just cry. Check him out if you are ever visiting. You won't be disappointed. I spent all my birthday money on several of his cd's that night and let me just say it was worth every penny.
Moving right along...the next day was spent at Fun Spot. It was, well, a fun spot to be. Did this a couple of years ago at a similar place. We thought it was high time we do it again. You know, riding cheesy rides for 10 hours straight. That's always a good time.
Next ride: HOT SEAT. The biggest, scariest and highest ride there. Horribly scary.
Darby was tall enough to ride it too. Cool!
Darby didn't think it was cool. She was clearly having a hard time deciding.
But, in the end, we convinced her. She went two more times after this one. (no sissy girls in this family!)
Time for the good stuff:
Like I said before, each year gets just a little bit better than the previous and this year was no different. We did something brand new. Something we have always wanted to experience: Disney World and Christmas...a.k.a heaven. I am pretty sure life cannot get any better!
First in line, but you aren't surprised are you?
(boo-yah! Take THAT slowpokes!)
Main Street is a beautiful thing just by itself. But Main Street at Christmas? Be still my beating heart. A sight to be seen. I was like a kid in a candy shop when it all first came into view. Took my breath away. I never wanted to leave.
The rest of the day and into the evening was pure bliss. We were able to see brand new shows for this event only, a new parade, new fireworks and of course snow on Main Street. SNOW! I couldn't have been happier! It was, like the song says, "paradise."
Two days later we conquered Epcot. (again) What made this day extra special was that Darby was finally big enough to go on Mission Space. In previous years we could ride everything together, but this. Let me just say, the "green group" or "less intense" riders? My 6 year old kicked your booty. Went straight to the "intense" line. Loved it so much she rode it 5 more times that day!
I love Epcot.
Need a closer look at Darby? Enjoy the laugh you're about to have;
Phenomenal trip yet again. We ended our week by going to Downtown Disney (for the 30th time) when what to our wondering eyes should appear? SANTA! It just keeps getting better! Santa at Downtown Disney!
We've done lots since I've last posted. I'm ok with not posting every second of our lives. We're busy enjoying this Christmas season and each other. So in case my "Christmas" post doesn't come till March....Merry Christmas! I hope yours was as incredible as ours!
