"Let's See What We Can See!"- Surviving WDW With Three Under 3! Updated 2/3!

[StarWarsMomofGirls!]

AND- the macaroni and cheese was hands-down the best I had during the trip (tied with Homecomin’!) Who knew??

Intresting!! We went to Chef Mickey on our very first trip and have never gone back. I am glad the food was good. There is no reason for it not be good.

So cute!!!

She stood in this pose like a statue the entire time, took the 5 seconds to pose for a picture, didn’t even HUG the kids, then walked away!!!!!! We were all in shock honestly!!

I mean maybe found out that Mickey was cheating on her with Daisy and she was just having a bad day... Ha. That is a bummer. I always think how hard it must be to do that job and be happy and personable all day every day.

Can you say HOT MESS?? We all look so exhausted and disheveled!

This is one of Andy's thing... A pic from the first day and last day and see how tired we look.

Ollie was absolutely hilarious in the bathroom; he was acting like such a goon and was basically delirious. He kept saying in his raspy little voice; “MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. GO BACK TO MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. I WANT MAGIC KINGDOM PARK.”

He was tipsy on Disney Magic.

These became quick hits, the kids absolutely LOVED them! These are pretty expensive, but totally worth it to us because it kept the kids so entertained!

They are so worth it. Bubbles are like magic to kids. I know it's annoying to adults sometimes but whatever enterains them.

This was sooooooo sweet; I was so touched that she thought of me!!! The planning process is so fun for me and I was so happy to do it, but it also felt amazing to be so appreciated!!!

It is nice to get a thank you for your hard work. That was so nice!

Evie was STILL DRY!

YEAH Evie!!!!

d Evie ended up literally peeing her pants while running into the Jambo House lobby. We blamed it on the giant glass of chocolate milk she chugged at Akershus.

Oh poor kid. It is hard when that happens and they know they didn't want to do it.

That was our niece’s doing.” All of the CM’s all immediately started cracking up, they said, “That picture is definitely one for the photo album!!!”

Ha! Haven't we all taken a picture and a CM or someone near by look at you like you are crazy for taking a picture.

but Auntie Molly had some other plans. Stay tuned!

Ohhh!! Can't wait to hear what!

 

[SimplyGoofy]

I was also pleasantly surprised by Chef Mickey’s! It was our first character meal (what a great way to kick off our trip!) and I thought the food was above-average for a buffet. I loved the stir-fried noodles the best, but the mashed potatoes and peel-and-eat shrimp were also very good.

Thankfully we had five good character interactions. I’ve had occasional lackluster character meets on past trips, but that Minnie was in poor form to not even offer hugs to kids.

He kept saying in his raspy little voice; “MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. GO BACK TO MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. I WANT MAGIC KINGDOM PARK.”

This is ADORABLE. You’ve created a major fan! I’m glad to hear the “real life” Minnie didn’t scar him too much since he wanted the stuffed version from the Emporium.

And poor Evie! I’m 150% impressed your sister did potty training for two kids while pregnant (the first few days of potty training were perhaps my least three favorite days of parenting ever - and M caught on quickly!). Good for Evie that she was able to hold it that long when she was still fairly new to using the potty, but poor thing on your September trip. That picture is hilarious though! That sweet girl’s bladder was FULL.

I can’t wait to see how you spend your gift card…

 

[scrappinginontario]

Thank you so much for sharing your trips with us! Love reading all the updates and have gone back to reach some of your others.

 

[missjackiemcg]

Chef Mickey's isn't everyone's favorite, but Jimmy loves it, so we've been there a few times, too. They always seem to run behind, and the meals do tend to take a long time, but they are some of our favorite memories. I love a blue martini with glow cube and waffles for breakfast, LOL. Shame on Minnie!

So much other stuff to comment on, but I don't know where my comments went!!!! and my brain is failing me. I love finishing up my last night with fireworks, so that part gave me tears in my eyes. And I'm glad your sister got pictures with little Ethan on Main Street. I have just one perfect nighttime pictures on Main Street with Jimmy from his first trip, and it's my most favorite of his entire life. Ha!

 

[Woth2982]

I was BLOWN AWAY by the options at Chef Mickey's.

We were too! My dad said it was better than Topolinos when we went there for dinner. He is not a character guy so that says a lot!

I even got seconds of the mac and cheese. It was that tasty!

This photo makes me hungry!

posed for a picture. And… that’s it.

Rude! She knew what job she was signing up for! I get it if people are mobbing in a park, but not at an expensive CHARACTER meal!

We took this priceless picture as we headed out! Can you say HOT MESS??

I love this photo! Looks like everyone is having the best time!

He kept saying in his raspy little voice; “MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. GO BACK TO MAGIC KINGDOM PARK. I WANT MAGIC KINGDOM PARK.”

So funny story, about a month ago, I walk into our living room and Jackson says to me "Mama shall we go to Magic Kingdom today and ride all the rides?" I had to laugh. He knows his mama too well! This reminded me of that.

We were entering MK just in time, because Happily Ever After literally started as soon as we arrived!!

Great timing! Your fireworks photos are great too!

bought both twins their own Little Mermaid bubble wand!

Worth their weight in gold! My kids play with them all the time! I had to take them away and put them in our Disney box so they don't break and got them cheap ones from Walmart.

Cici appeared and presented me with a $150 Disney gift card to thank me for planning the trip.

Oh wow! That was so sweet!

 

[cindianne320]

Glad you enjoyed Chef Mickey's! We have been a few times, and have always had good experiences.
Poor Ollie, having to be woken up, but it looks like he enjoyed his new toys.
And good for Evie for making it- we had one bad accident at wdw- on the millennium falcon. LOL

 

[Mollydolly334]

Haha I think you guys look great in your Chef Mickey picture but the kids looked DONE. I couldn’t believe you went back to MK and they totally rallied. Troopers! Ethan is like the happiest baby I think I’ve ever seen. That sucks about Minnie blowing you guys off at dinner. Rude!

Ethan really is such a gem! All of the kids were troopers on this trip, but that kid is just bred differently!!! He just had his first birthday party yesterday, and the theme was "One Happy Dude"... sums him up pretty perfectly

Minnie how rude! I love that you shared the pee pee story and all the towels hilarious
It looks like a really wonderful last evening.
The photo at Chef Mickey is a true end of vacation picture

It's one of our very favorite vacation stories to this day!!! We were laughing so hard... that night in general was just a comedy of errors due to the catastrophic rain... it was the cherry on top to a crazy day We all have those days on vacation right???

Oh that towel trail is hilarious!

We couldn't believe it... Jake and I almost peed OURSELVES laughing so hard!!!

Intresting!! We went to Chef Mickey on our very first trip and have never gone back. I am glad the food was good. There is no reason for it not be good.


So cute!!!


I mean maybe found out that Mickey was cheating on her with Daisy and she was just having a bad day... Ha. That is a bummer. I always think how hard it must be to do that job and be happy and personable all day every day.


This is one of Andy's thing... A pic from the first day and last day and see how tired we look.


He was tipsy on Disney Magic.


They are so worth it. Bubbles are like magic to kids. I know it's annoying to adults sometimes but whatever enterains them.


It is nice to get a thank you for your hard work. That was so nice!


YEAH Evie!!!!


Oh poor kid. It is hard when that happens and they know they didn't want to do it.


Ha! Haven't we all taken a picture and a CM or someone near by look at you like you are crazy for taking a picture.


Ohhh!! Can't wait to hear what!

Right?? I always hear horror stories about Chef Mickeys and never understand why, since most Disney buffets are great?? It was one of our favorite meals of the trip! I'm hoping that Minnie just had an off night. It sounds like all fun and games to be a character performer but it is HARD work!! I would have such a hard time thinking on my feet like that!!

I've been following along on your PTR... have SOOOOO much fun on your trip and soak up all the alone time with Andy!! I cannot WAIT to hear about your cruise and all of your thoughts!!!

I was also pleasantly surprised by Chef Mickey’s! It was our first character meal (what a great way to kick off our trip!) and I thought the food was above-average for a buffet. I loved the stir-fried noodles the best, but the mashed potatoes and peel-and-eat shrimp were also very good.

Thankfully we had five good character interactions. I’ve had occasional lackluster character meets on past trips, but that Minnie was in poor form to not even offer hugs to kids.




This is ADORABLE. You’ve created a major fan! I’m glad to hear the “real life” Minnie didn’t scar him too much since he wanted the stuffed version from the Emporium.

And poor Evie! I’m 150% impressed your sister did potty training for two kids while pregnant (the first few days of potty training were perhaps my least three favorite days of parenting ever - and M caught on quickly!). Good for Evie that she was able to hold it that long when she was still fairly new to using the potty, but poor thing on your September trip. That picture is hilarious though! That sweet girl’s bladder was FULL.

I can’t wait to see how you spend your gift card…

Just read your TR update on Chef Mickey's- what a perfect way to start off a trip!! I'm so glad that you had a good character experience as well! We had the exact same situation at Crystal Palace as well- only met Tigger and Piglet??? So strange!

I still can't believe to this day that Haley managed to potty train 2.5 year old TWINS in a week WHILE IN THE PROCESS OF BIRTHING THEIR SIBLING Haley and Ryan are superhero parents for sure!!

Thank you so much for sharing your trips with us! Love reading all the updates and have gone back to reach some of your others.

Thank you so much for reading along!! I love looking back on my old TRs from time to time- it's fun to see how much life has changed over the years of being on the DIS

Chef Mickey's isn't everyone's favorite, but Jimmy loves it, so we've been there a few times, too. They always seem to run behind, and the meals do tend to take a long time, but they are some of our favorite memories. I love a blue martini with glow cube and waffles for breakfast, LOL. Shame on Minnie!

So much other stuff to comment on, but I don't know where my comments went!!!! and my brain is failing me. I love finishing up my last night with fireworks, so that part gave me tears in my eyes. And I'm glad your sister got pictures with little Ethan on Main Street. I have just one perfect nighttime pictures on Main Street with Jimmy from his first trip, and it's my most favorite of his entire life. Ha!

I totally agree- character meals can be expensive and a time suck, but they are invaluable with kids!!! We really have grown to love character meals so much and they give you a lot of bang for your buck if you have kids who love characters (like ours!).

I'm so happy that Haley has those special pictures with Ethan! Proof that Disney World is totally do-able with a 3 month old!!!!

We were too! My dad said it was better than Topolinos when we went there for dinner. He is not a character guy so that says a lot!

This photo makes me hungry!

Rude! She knew what job she was signing up for! I get it if people are mobbing in a park, but not at an expensive CHARACTER meal!

I love this photo! Looks like everyone is having the best time!

So funny story, about a month ago, I walk into our living room and Jackson says to me "Mama shall we go to Magic Kingdom today and ride all the rides?" I had to laugh. He knows his mama too well! This reminded me of that.

Great timing! Your fireworks photos are great too!

Worth their weight in gold! My kids play with them all the time! I had to take them away and put them in our Disney box so they don't break and got them cheap ones from Walmart.

Oh wow! That was so sweet!

Wow!! That's quite the statement about Chef Mickey's- I love it! I personally agree with your dad; I've been to Topolino's for breakfast twice, and I think it's overpriced and overrated.

Hahaha Jackson!!! Definition of a Disney Kid. I have a similar story; the family went to eat at a rustic-looking pizza place that looked like a cottage with stone on the walls, etc. (just like Akershus). About halfway through the meal, Evie looked at Haley and asked "Ok, when are the princesses going to come out??" Haley was like, "Sorry kid, not at this restaurant"

Glad you enjoyed Chef Mickey's! We have been a few times, and have always had good experiences.
Poor Ollie, having to be woken up, but it looks like he enjoyed his new toys.
And good for Evie for making it- we had one bad accident at wdw- on the millennium falcon. LOL

Ohhhhh nooooooo!!! Having an accident on a ride sounds like a nightmare!!! I bet you were all so stressed! Luckily I'm sure the CMs were amazing- I bet they've seen it ALL!!!

 

[Mollydolly334]

Day 11 (The One Where Molly Turns Into a Disney Soccer Mom, The Magic is Over for Haley, and We Leave The Bubble)- Part 1


Hi DISfriends! Sorry for the delay in posting… the flu absolutely knocked me out last week. I have an extremely strong immune system due to working with kids, so when I do get sick, it’s usually a doozy! I’m finally feeling about 90% back to normal today.

Saturday, February 1st was Ethan’s first birthday! This is absolutely crazy to me; he was born when I was in the middle of writing the PTR for this trip!! Yesterday, we got together with family to celebrate our “Baby E.”



(I’m fully aware that I look ROUGH here. The flu absolutely kicked my booty!)

I think that Ethan got his Auntie Molly’s sweet tooth. He loved his birthday donut breakfast and smash cake for dessert!





He is truly our sunshine boy. We love you Baby E!



Now, let the final day of our WDW May 2024 Extravaganza Commence!

Good morning! Except, it wasn’t a good morning, because we leave Disney World today.

Although it had been an amazing trip, to be honest, I was REALLY missing Jake and I was ready to get back to my routine. This is why I love long vacations like this. You feel a lot more satisfied when it comes to an end, and it doesn’t feel as sad when you leave! Plus, our flight home wasn’t until 6:50 PM, so we still had the whole day ahead of us.

I was up SUPER early at 6:45 AM. My mom was also awake to do her walk, but I wasn’t going to join her or the others at the pool today. Instead, I was going to…

MAGIC KINGDOM!



Those who read my PTR know that I played with the idea of adding another day to my park hopper... juuuust in case I had FOMO or wanted to do some solo time. And, today, I was definitely in the mood to have a solo day! So, I purchased Genie + right away in the morning and made a LL for BTMRR at 9:25 AM!

However, I had completely forgotten to check Mom and I into our flight at 6:50 PM tonight, so I also did that and ended up getting C24 and C25 boarding group. Luckily, Haley, Ryan, the kids, Thomas, and Mel were all going to be on the same flight as us, so we were hoping that they’d save us some seats.

Despite the early hour, I was pretty chipper!



My mom returned from her walk all excited, exclaiming, “I bet Miss Disney Expert has never seen THIS before!!”



Hahaha, I regretfully informed that I DID in fact know about Mr. Smiley (we saw him on our last trip to CBR in 2015), but that I was proud of her for giving me good documentation for my TR.

I packed up all of my stuff and my lovely mom stated that she’d check out of the room for us and keep everything with bell services for me. She was debating on doing some solo time at Disney Springs herself!



I made my way over to the Aruba bus stop at 7:45!



Last day feels.

A bus came quickly, and I was entering the park by 8:05!



I took my time walking down Main Street USA and grabbed some PhotoPass shots! The line was super empty since everyone was rushing off to rope-drop.



I sent this picture to Jake, and he immediately responded, “You look like a Disney Soccer Mom. But, like, a sexy one.”



OMG. Once I saw it, I couldn’t unsee it!!!! It was EVERYTHING!! The long bike shorts, the preppy tank top, the tennis shoes, the hair, the fanny pack, the sunglasses… What in the WORLD was I thinking when I dressed myself that day????

I decided to embrace it; I had been helping out with the kids all trip like a true soccer mom would, and it was time to have some time for myself!!

It was only about 10 minutes until EMH park opening, so I (begrudgingly) got in line with the masses at the Tomorrowland/Fantasyland rope. I was NOT in the mood for crowds this morning, so when everyone turned left for Fantasyland, I made a right for Tomorrowland!



It was much better over there. I got on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin…



No too shabby!

And the Peoplemover!



Can you say claustrophobia??

Since I loved my Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew so much yesterday, I decided to get another one today! This one had Irish Cream flavoring instead of caramel, and it hit the spot.



I decided to head on over to Fantasyland to try and get on The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, but it was down. So, I headed off to my breakfast spot early!



I got to Gaston’s Tavern pretty much right when it opened at 9:00 AM. It is SO like me to rope-drop a QS restaurant.

I went with (surprise surprise), a cinnamon roll with extra icing on the side!! Despite being a baked goods connoisseur, I had not had this snack since 2016!! I was excited, since I love cinnamon rolls, but don’t love how they always come with cream cheese frosting. This one came with plain vanilla icing!

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I was immediately suspicious by the look of this. If it looks dry and unappetizing… that’s because it was. This cinnamon roll was super dry and hollow, especially around the edges. Even the middle (the best part) was so dry and dense!! It honestly tasted like a hunk of white bread with a tiny bit of cinnamon on top. Even drenching it in the extra icing didn’t help, and I ended up throwing most of this away. Such a bummer too, but at least I know now that this isn’t a snack I ever need to try again! Maybe next time I’ll try the Creme Brulee Croissant.

It was just about time for my BTMRR Genie +, so I headed on over to Frontierland!





Tiana’s Bayou Adventure was still all boarded up!



After my ride, I made another Genie + for Winnie the Pooh for 11:05- 12:05. However, I wasn’t really feeling like doing many rides! I moreso just wanted to wander the park and take in the last of the scenery. Since we were so busy with the kids the last couple days, I really just wanted to stop and smell the roses and enjoy the ambience.

I walked through the Swiss Family Tree House! I don’t always love this one (wayyyy too many stairs ), but the view from the top makes it *almost* worth the calories burned!



Then, I decided to do some shopping on Main Street. I peeked in the Main Street Confectionary, but didn’t see any treats that I wanted.



I hate Skittles, and these “Skittles Fudge Bites” sounded absolutely GROTESQUE. Has anyone ever tried these before??

I also stopped at the Emporium to use up some of my gift card from last night. I got this tee shirt that I had been eying up all week!



Kind of a weird picture (I laid it out on a circular table back at the CBR lobby), but you can see the logo at least. I love this shirt and wear it all the time!!

I meandered about the Hub and grabbed a few more shots.







As I was just chilling out on Main Street, I noticed the Omnibus pass by!!



I had never done this before, and I thought that it would be a perfect way to continue my “stop and smell the roses” tour! Luckily, I was one of the first ones in line, and I got a spot up on the top deck!





This was so much fun, I’m so glad I stopped to do this! The weather was perfect and it was great for people-watching. Jake and I actually did this again at Disneyland back in October, and I loved it just as much at that park!

Since it dropped me right off by the train station, I decided to end the trip with a ride on a classic- The Main Street Railroad.





It was so adorable; there was an elderly couple sitting behind me on the train, and I could hear their sweet conversation. They had decided to go home after the train ride and make spaghetti for lunch. This would be my retired dream life!

I rode the train for one full loop, and got off when we returned to Main Street. I still had a Genie + available for Pooh, but I didn’t feel like walking back to Fantasyland to ride this. Plus, I felt super satisfied with my time in MK this morning and was ready to move on out! I felt kinda silly; I had bought Genie + this morning for the sole privilege of riding BTMRR today.

I decided to head out of Magic Kingdom, but my day was far from over!! Where was Auntie Molly off to next on her solo adventures??



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[ThreeBoyMama]

You are kind of giving soccer mom vibes in that picture but you look super cute!

 

[cindianne320]

I think you look cute! I LOVE quiet time in the magic kingdom! Can't wait to hear where you end up next!

 

[StarWarsMomofGirls!]

I've been following along on your PTR... have SOOOOO much fun on your trip and soak up all the alone time with Andy!! I cannot WAIT to hear about your cruise and all of your thoughts!!!

Thanks!!! I am so excited!!! Today is going to be hard to focus at work.

Although it had been an amazing trip, to be honest, I was REALLY missing Jake and I was ready to get back to my routine. This is why I love long vacations like this. You feel a lot more satisfied when it comes to an end, and it doesn’t feel as sad when you leave!

That is a sign of a good trip!

Hahaha, I regretfully informed that I DID in fact know about Mr. Smiley (we saw him on our last trip to CBR in 2015), but that I was proud of her for giving me good documentation for my TR.

I love it! She was trying! We found those guys on one of our trips as well.

I sent this picture to Jake, and he immediately responded, “You look like a Disney Soccer Mom. But, like, a sexy one.”

It's a cute outfit, soccer mom or not. At least it's a Disney Soccer mom... ha

was excited, since I love cinnamon rolls, but don’t love how they always come with cream cheese frosting. This one came with plain vanilla icing!

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Oh no!!! Morgan always says the cream cheese frosting is the best part... I hope that was just a fluke that day...

Then, I decided to do some shopping on Main Street. I peeked in the Main Street Confectionary, but didn’t see any treats that I wanted.

The Confectionary just isn't the same anymore. I feel like we go in and I never find anything we want to get.

I had never done this before, and I thought that it would be a perfect way to continue my “stop and smell the roses” tour! Luckily, I was one of the first ones in line, and I got a spot up on the top deck!

YEAH!!! the bus is still one of my favorite things.

Jake and I actually did this again at Disneyland back in October, and I loved it just as much at that park!

Ohhh I need to do that next time.

there was an elderly couple sitting behind me on the train, and I could hear their sweet conversation. They had decided to go home after the train ride and make spaghetti for lunch. This would be my retired dream life!

Me too!!! So sweet.

 

[missjackiemcg]

the flu absolutely knocked me out last week.

Ugh! It's a doozy this year! Jimmy had Flu A last week, too. We got him on Tamiflu in the first 36 hours though and that was a game changer! He actually made it back to school fever free after missing only 2 days. I was so relieved because it's SO hard to catch up on missed days of high school!

I hope you're feeling better!!

“You look like a Disney Soccer Mom. But, like, a sexy one.”

LOL it is giving soccer mom vibes a bit, but you're adorable!!

I hate Skittles, and these “Skittles Fudge Bites” sounded absolutely GROTESQUE.

Grotesque is the perfect word LOL When I saw the picture my first reaction was EWWW.

Luckily, I was one of the first ones in line, and I got a spot up on the top deck!

We did this a few years ago, and I was SOOOOO excited to get to ride on top!! I know we were talking about Volo Auto Museum on one of my FB posts a few weeks ago--they have the old Epcot Characters Around the World bus there! On certain weekends in the summer, they do free rides on it, and it's the perfect little bit of magic when you can't get to WDW to ride!!

 

[ambula603]

This is the kind of soccer mom I aspire to be! Isn't a day alone in the park SO refreshing after navigating your big family!? I have never done it, but some day...I hope to end up there on my own!

 

[Sarahh1027]

Your TR has me so excited for my upcoming May trip with my toddlers, husband and extended family! Huge group like you guys! I’ve definitely read your TRs in the past too, I’m usually a lurker but as your TR comes to a close I just wanted you to know I enjoyed it a bunch and appreciate you taking the time to share!

 

[piglet1979]

the flu absolutely knocked me out last week.

I had influenza A last week. The fever was no joke with it. I still have a cough and some congestion that are lingering but finally feeling much better. We all got it except for Elizabeth (the diagnosed with a really crappy immune system) because she is the only one that got a flu shot this year. Note taken. I will get the flu shot next year. Thankfully I was the last to get it and was able to make it my grandfathers funeral. I got the fever that night. Jeff's grandmother was in the hospital as well but we weren't able to go see her. It has been over a week since I have seen her but Jeff went on Sunday to visit and I will go this weekend since I am finally better. It was one crazy January and ready for a much better February.

I got to Gaston’s Tavern pretty much right when it opened at 9:00 AM. It is SO like me to rope-drop a QS restaurant.

I went with (surprise surprise), a cinnamon roll with extra icing on the side!! Despite being a baked goods connoisseur, I had not had this snack since 2016!! I was excited, since I love cinnamon rolls, but don’t love how they always come with cream cheese frosting. This one came with plain vanilla icing!

I was immediately suspicious by the look of this. If it looks dry and unappetizing… that’s because it was. This cinnamon roll was super dry and hollow, especially around the edges. Even the middle (the best part) was so dry and dense!! It honestly tasted like a hunk of white bread with a tiny bit of cinnamon on top. Even drenching it in the extra icing didn’t help, and I ended up throwing most of this away. Such a bummer too, but at least I know now that this isn’t a snack I ever need to try again!

I got this on our last trip. Mine was very soft and fresh. For how fast they seem to go I am shocked your was not. I loved being over there in the morning. It was so peaceful that early with only a few people in that area.

I love this shirt and wear it all the time!!

That is a great shirt. I love how it has so many characters.