So, we finally got over to MK. We were thrilled to see it wasn't to crowded to grab a couple of pictures with this years enticing saying...
Now, I may have mentioned DDFG & family are NOT night owls. They are morning people. opposite from my family. Proof is in the pudding. Notice little DDFGDS's expression. We haven't even entered the MK yet, and he is so sleepy. Poor little guy. But, he was a trooper, he trudged along, not complaining. But, also not really enjoying either.
One of the group then onto mainstreet.
So we went onto mainstreet and this is what we found..
Well, we scored great seats as it wasn't that crowded. We stood (well I sat) near the firehouse. This time, since DH was pushing my chair he was actually near me & DDFGDH was near her. So, the anniversary buttons were noticed in their proper position.
I feel a small explanation is in order. I keep writing I was in my wheelchair. Well, I hate for all my memories to be in that foolish chair (though I am grateful I have it, as I wouldn't be able to do nearly what I do without it.). So, I try to stand for any pictures we have. At least if it is at all possible I try to stand, walk, not use the w/c entrances, etc. So, most pictures, at least the ones I post publicly are with me standing. (also standing thins me out.
). Now on to more pictures.
A "happy anniversary's" wave from Cinderella!
You may remember the Peter Pan ride holds special memories for me from my very first WDW trip on our honeymoon. So, to get a special anniversary wave from Peter Pan.... ahhh
I just like the below picture. It looks like Mr. Smee is really speeding in his boat!
this is a traditional photo for me
Now this is Pete. From Pete's Dragon which happened to be one of my DS favorite movies when he was little. He tells me when he gets married someday he & I will dance to "candle on the water". ( I wonder if he has ever really listened to the words. Although I find it charming, I'm not so sure his new bride will want ME to be his candle in the water any longer. We will see. Maybe it will have to have a disclaimer before we dance.
I digress. Pete noticed DDFG & DDFGDH anniversary buttons, and asked (from the top of Elliot the dragon), how many years. She very thoughtfully said, "14, but they're 30"! Pete ran with it. He was still talking when we couldn't see him anymore. Things like "let's see 14 + 30? I'm not very good at math you know. I will try. 14 + 30 . 4+1= 6, so 3+ 0, that's easy..." Like I say, he was still talking when we couldn't hear exactly what he was saying,and we were loosing sight of him. He was great! Never did any of us expect this type of attention from a parade!!!! I think DD may have enjoyed it as well. See for yourself....
I'm not sure if they always end with this, but it was Veterans Day weekend. It was the last float in the parade. And it was a LOOOONNNNG float.
So, that completed the ELP. Now onto a ride or two. But, not until after a picture of the castle. I love the lights on the castle at Christmas time. The way they change colors. I could take pictures for hours. Well, that is if I had a family that enjoyed picture taking. But, I did sneak one in. It's from my chair, so not that great.