Day 1 and 2

The kids did amazing on the trip to Disney. It was by far the most wonderful vacation we have been on! We have been home a month now, and can't belivee I have not posted about it yet.

This were their leaving to Disney surprise! Filled with Mickey ears, Disney books, and new Disney cups!

We left home at 5 and made it to Orlando around 3. The kids did great on the drive, but didn't nap much. Of course they all 3 fell asleep 30 mins before they got there.

All were still asleep when we saw the disney sign and I couldn't scream! We were so excited to be there!

On our bed at the Polynesian

Once we checked in, we rode the monorail to Epcot for a couple of hours. The boys LOVED the monorail and still talk about it. Epcot was the first time of meeting Mickey and it was a magical Experience! 

       

                            

                                Elation at meeting Mickey for the first time

Mickey waffles were a hit!

Sophie gave all characters kisses on their nose!

Saturday we woke up and had a character breakfast at Ohana at our hotel. We loved the characters and the MICKEY waffles!

Sophie loved all the music and danced and danced!

 Pluto was amazing and stayed at our table for over 5 mins. The manager was trying to hurry him a long, but I think he loved being at our table, because he would not leave. The boys loved it! New favorite character= Pluto

                            

                              Loved our breakfast at Ohana! Off to Magic Kingdom!

We rode the ferry from our hotel to the Magic Kingdom. I loved watching their faces as "Mickey's Castle" came into view!

Walking into Magic Kingdom  with my 3 kids the first time is something I will never forget.

 They were so excited to see "Mickey's" castle. 

We rode Dumbo so many times on this trip!

Taking a break for the People Mover ride! Love the castle in the background!

        The boys loved driving the race cars!











                                       Sophie was too little and had fun watching them drive!

We were so excited to see a sneak preview of the new fantasyland! It was open a different times for us to walk through and see what was to come! 

 Another ride the kids loved, was It's a Small World. I had been singing the song to them for a week before we left. Sophie loved the music and danced most of the ride! Every time we tried to record it, she would stop. We caught her dancing at the very end of this video! PRECIOUS!

Shep on the carousel!

Love the castle in the background!

They loved riding the rides!!!!

All my kiddos loved the parades! This was taken when they spotted Mickey in the parade! I love their little faces!

What a great ending to a perfect first day in Disney!

Is Disney ready for the Halls?

The Hall Family is ready to meet Mickey!

For first day at Magic Kingdom

Trick-or-treating at Magic Kingdom

We are ready to go! I have been busy this past month making cute outfits for our Disney trip. I can not wait to see my sweet kids faces when they walk into "Mickey's house". I know there will be many laughs, smiles, and I am sure a few teary moments from this mama! I have teared up just reading other Disney blogs and thinking about our trip. I can't wait! Here is a few things I have worked on to get ready for the trip.

Animal Kingdom Day
Safari Mickey

Pirates!

These are the best times of our lives

This morning was one I wish I could bottle up. All the kids slept a little later (7:10). So everyone was in a good mood when they woke up. Then we all snuggled on the couch. I want to remember having each of my boys on my sides, giggling, telling me they love me, and taking turns kissing my cheek. What a wonderful blessing God has given me-- my 3 kiddos, and the opportunity to spend each day making memories.

On another note, we have 8 days until we go to DISNEY!!! We are sooo excited!

Playing in the rain

We had a blast after dinner tonight playing in the rain. The boys loved their umbrellas and going for a little walk! 

 

 

This gorgeous girl had to stay in the garage and play because we are still battling a cold. 

What day is it?

What a week! Matt has had to work late every day and has to work all this weekend. We have had a great week, but the tiredness of being a "single" parent has set in tonight! We have had a great week learning about the letter "B" and enjoying this WONDERFUL weather. We have had cool mornings and have spent A LOT of our time outside. 

Shepherd's bird feeder

Spencer's bird feeder

While learning about "B", we studied about birds, bats, bugs, etc. One day this week we made a bird feeder to put in our yard. We can't wait to find birds come to it. 

Spreading peanut butter to make our bird feeder

Snuck a little of the peanut butter

Spencer picking

Shep collecting

We have spent a lot of of our days outside this week. The boys have been riding their 4-wheelers. We discovered acorns near our house and have quite a collection going! 

Spence showing me a tiny acorn
(LOOK AT THOSE EYES!!)

Shep's acorns!!
(plus his toy worm along for the ride)

We are excited about the first home game here in Auburn this weekend! There are a lot of fun things to do around town this weekend. Since Matt was working we went and had a tour of the Tigers' locker room and get a look of the football field! We all loved it!

WAR EAGLE!!!

National Championship Trophy

My little Tiger

Singing class

Every Sunday night before church, they have a little singing class. It has been hard to go due to afternoon naps and Miss Sophie has a hard time sitting for an hour much less 2 in the evening. But we know the boys will love it and it will be good for them...soooo last night we did it! The boys practiced singing before we left. Spencer was going to lead Jesus Loves Me and Shepherd was going to lead The Lord's Army. Shepherd changed his mind at the last minute and they both led Jesus loves me. They were so precious! I am so thankful for this opportunity for my boys to practice leading and one day will obey the gospel and be leading during church. Praising God for his many blessings this morning!