Magic Filled Day Three

Today was the best. Dawson was picked out of the audience at the Turtle Talk with Crush show. He did a great job speaking into the microphone and answering Crush's questions. After a great morning in Epcot and a delicious lunch at Canada, we headed back to the pool for a quick dip in the pool.

We then threw on our clothes as our meet & greet with our friend at the Magic Kingdom had been moved up and the message didn't come through right away. On the way it started raining so we were a little frantic getting to City Hall but made it within minutes of our "appointment". There is a hospitality room behind City Hall and it was a blast to the past going back there as that is how it all started years ago with Snow White. There she was ....Fairy Godmother or "Auntie Boo" as Dawson calls her, and her friend waiting for us. Dawson became really shy but warmed up quickly to her as she talked to him about his day. We all love her so much!

We watched the "Wishes" fireworks in the evening at the Magic Kingdom and once again, I saw the "magic" happen. I sat between two older ladies both there with their grandchildren. Neither had ever seen the fireworks so I became the "expert" and filled them in on what to look for. They were so tickled when Tinkerbell flew from the top of the castle right over us. After the show, they thanked me for all of my information and then... the one grandson randomly grabbed his Grandma and said "I love you so much". The look on her face as this pre teen did this was priceless. It was probably the best present he could have given her.

Magic Happened and my heart refilled!

Linz and her special friend of 25 years

The next generation with Auntie Boo

Nothing like Disney coffee

Fountains of fun

Zooming in on Dawson

Though we "bearly" know each other,

we felt like old friends.

Silly me in Disney

Me and my boy!

Yikes....Shark bait!

Me and my girl!

3-D Me

I love this place!

The Beauty of Disney

This place is amazing. I absolutely love the scenery and the greenery here. Enjoy the sights of Disney's Kingdom through our eyes. (kudos to Linz for the firework shots).

Wishes! Fantastic Fireworks

Truly colorful and dramatic

Spectacular Colors and Music

One of our favorites at Epcot....Canada!

Our hotel's pool area!

The grounds are gorgeous!

Arghhhhh & "Cheerio"

Our second day was quite fun with our change of plans. The day opened up a new adventure at the Magic Kingdom. As if the Pirate Ride wasn't enough, we found out that Captain Jack shows up a couple times a day to provide sword fighting tutorials for selected crew members. Being a big pirate fan family, we were really excited at the prospect of seeing this event. Dawson was very excited. He loves the pirate sword fighting (I know as he has "stabbed" me a few times at home). We waited and talked to others waiting as well including a cast member who told us how awesome the actor was portraying "Jack". We positioned ourselves in front so that I could take full advantage of my camera creativity.

When he appeared after his sidekick set up the scene, I was amazed at how authentic and true to the character he was. As he began choosing his crew...his eyes found our little buckaneer and Dawson was chosen to participate in the tutorial. He looked scared to death but soon relaxed as Captain Jack addressed each one and gave each his special attention. Dawson did a great job following his directives in the "fight". Check out the pics following.

Our evening was spent at Epcot in England. We dined at the Rose & Crown and enjoyed the British Invasion (Beatle tribute band) and even got to chat with them after the show. We then watched the fireworks from yet a new vantage point and again, it all seemed different. The music is so beautiful and the words spoken as the show began spoke to why the Disney experience is so wonderful. He said: "Each of us is on our own adventure and when we all come together, our adventure becomes as one!".

Pirate Pictures

A very authentic "Jack"

His mannerisms were perfect!

Dawson going in for the kill!

One on One with Captain Jack Sparrow

All I can say is "Wow"

More Camera Moments

I have discovered that I love taking pictures of people (in this case Linz and Dawson) that provoke thought and cast a mood creating a feeling instead of needing explanation.

I love the eyes in this one!

I absolutely love this picture!

Dawson is such a conversationalist now!

It is fun to watch these two!

Lindsay was listening to "Mack" the Pirate

Blizzard Beach Bums

Well, you enter Florida "rare" and soon you become "well done". Yes, the glow is all around this crazy little group. Blizzard Beach is a great way to begin the vacation because after a long drive or travel day, it sure feels good to just chill whether that be on the lazy river or sitting watching little one play around at "Tikes Peak".

It was a beautiful day with warmth, fluffy clouds, and a nice breeze. It is an experience to go down the huge Family Raft Ride with Dawson. His contagious, raspy little laugh is so contagious. He is growing up so fast.

Lindsay and Dawson after a delicious cookie!

I might add that the cookie he ate was a "magic moment cookie" awarded to me

when I picked up our food. This is the Year of a Million Dreams and they give away

stuff. It was fun and special. Dawson enjoyed it!!!!

Dawson was all smiles on the ski lift at Blizzard Beach

A lost Christmas gift showed up before we left and came in handy!

Lindsay and D on the lift up to Mt. Gushmore

Yeah...not my favorite "ride" but the alternative was lots of stairs...ugh!