No, I didn’t win the Super Bowl, but I am going to Disneyland this coming weekend.
My mom’s favorite place in the world is Disneyland. She has always loved it, and she always made sure we were able to go there a few times while we were growing up. I haven’t been so diligent as an adult going to Disneyland. The last time I was there was <ahem>…1997. I went with my mom and my sister for the weekend.
My mom is turning 60 in April (sorry Mom to reveal your age), and it worked out that my sister, brother, and sister-in-law, and of course my mom, could go to Disneyland and celebrate this weekend. I had been hoping I could go too, but wasn’t sure how it would work out with Joe’s schedule. I found out a few days ago that Joe would be able to watch the boys for the weekend. I checked out the airfare on Saturday, expecting it to be outrageously expensive, but there was a sale! So I get to be with my mom for her 60th birthday party.
One of my fondest childhood memories was going to Disneyland. We always had a good time there, and we were always happy. I am looking forward to spending time with my mom (who lives out of state, and I don’t get to see her a lot), and of course the rest of my family.
I wish Ryan and Cole could come too. Ryan is the perfect age, but Cole is still a little too young. I know we will have a trip someday, where they can both come and enjoy it together. I hope they will enjoy Disneyland as much as I did. But for this weekend, it is about my mom turning 60, and us being with her at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Now for your enjoyment (or amusement), I found some pictures of the last time I was in Disneyland (remember it was 12 years ago) Enjoy. 🙂
The three of us
In front of the castle (don’t you love the white shoes?)
My mom and I
With Goofy Claus
Trying on Donald Duck’s hat