Vacation Finale (more like FINALLY...)

Okay, this is officially the longest, drawn out vacation post, ever! Our last day in Disney World was spent at the Animal Kingdom. It was a fun way to end the trip! The best ride by far was the Everest Expedition! We went on it a couple of times and Londy was still begging for more! Beck liked the Dinosaur park, where things are a little calmer! Pippi spent most of the day in the Baby Bjorn either crying, sleeping, or sucking her thumb. Poor kid was so, so sick! She did have moments of happiness. She's a huge corndog fan, so that bought us at least a half hour of smiles... The safari was pretty cool. The kids liked seeing all the animals running around. One of the perks of a smaller park was that all the characters were there and there was next to no line to meet them! It was, however, crazy to see them in their holiday attire when we are in 85 degree Florida weather!

This vacation was so much fun! It was so hard to leave Piper for the first week, but definitely a good decision. She still takes 2 good naps a day and sleeps a solid 12 hours at night, so the cruise would have been spent in the room for her! It was also so fun to be able to spend a lot of quality time with the older kids. For as long as we were gone, and as much as we did in 11 days, they did great! Thanks again for all who helped watch the Pipster while we were gone, and a HUGE thanks to Grammy Jennifer for bringing her to us! It took them 16 hours to fly from SLC to Orlando with delays, mechanical problems, missed flights, etc. She is a trooper!

We learned a lot from this experience. First of all, when cruising, stick with American cruise ships. Second, our kids are suprisingly good little travelers! Who knew? Third, a double stroller is a MUST in Disney World. Maybe our kids are just lazy, but I swear the stroller was heaven sent! Plus, it was loaded with bottled water and tons of snacks! (Another thanks to Grammy for bringing it for us!!!) Fourth, we are so blessed to have been able to spend so much family time together!!!

Crazy London and Grammy Jennifer

Our first "ride" in the Animal Kingdom; the Safari. Pip wasn't doing so hot.


They were having a great time!

Walking in the Rainforest

Donald Duck the the kids walking!

Corndog=happiness

the fam

Complete cuteness

The kids and Minnie!~

In line for the Dino ride! (aka dinosaur Dumbo ride...)

Pip in the airport waiting for our flight. All set to go in her jammies!

If anyone is wandering around Disney World and happens upon this shoe's mate, please oh please give it back! I LOVE these sandals on the Pipster!