Newport journal, days 4-5

As sometimes happens when opinionated people are together for an extended period of time in a small space, a few "arguments" (that resembled the photo above) broke out. Hissssss!

Luckily, just in time, we went to the Happiest Place on Earth! Disneyland did live up to its claim & we all had a fantastico time. It's unbelievable how whining ceases, attitudes change & opinions weaken once you walk through the magical gate... Poof!

This is Sam & Mack's first time in Disneyland. Before we left, Sam told me Wheeler Farm is the best place ever. We have sheltered them a little! Their eyes were as big as silver dollars as they walked down main street Disneyland :)

We are so grateful that my parents took us for the trip of a lifetime. They love their only grand kids soooooo much!


How come every time whoever is behind the camera says, "say cheese"... Sam & Mack hear "make a scary & goofy face!"?

I sat this one out.

I'm not a fan of walking around in public with a wet bum.

I would do anything to get in that kids' head! Mr. Curious!

This was my favorite ride!

I am a big fan of the free fall. Adrenaline junkie.

Thunder Mountain Railroad was another favorite of every body's. I believe we went on it 3 times. We were SO lucky that the longest wait we ever had in 2 days of Disneyland was about 20 minutes. We were basically running from one to ride to another non-stop!

Daddy & Mack having a blast!

I get slightly nauseated just looking at this ride. The boys thought it was great though!

California Adventure was awesome! It was the first visit for all of us.

See what happens when you eat your veggies?!

My 3 buggies :) The Bug's Life movie made my top 10 list too.

"Who are these large chipmunks we're standing by?"

Just stand there & smile, Mom loves Chip & Dale! Who knew they were still around? Maybe they're making a comeback, with their show in Las Vegas and all!? Doh!

A few of my friends, who are regular Disneyland goers, gave us the advice to stop & enjoy lunch. Don't eat on the go, or the kids will fizzle out early. It was great advice, but it was adults that needed a re-charge!

Once again, Sam & Mack heard the voices in their heads telling them to make goofy faces. Luckily they are cute!

I heart Mickey.

I heart these guys even more!

We all missed our Bella girl & thought of her everytime we saw little girls walking around in princess dresses. She will have a blast next year, when she's a bit older. Luckily, she was in her own version of Disneyland being at Grandma & Grandpa Ayers' house for a week. She got super spoiled & totally loved!

Arrggghh!

California Adventure at night is amazing!

We loved the World of Color water show. It was one thing that I knew I wanted to see for sure, but the fast passes were gone by the time we got there. So, I scrambled & bought a totally over-priced picnic dinner for our family that included a pass to get good seats. It was worth it! What a great way to finish up one fabulous trip to Disneyland.

We all agree, Disneyland ROCKS!