Disney World Arrival

Leah went to school in the morning so that she wouldn't have an extra absence. We all met up at home and ate a quick lunch before heading out for the 6 1/2 hour drive South. We brought the full arsenal of entertainment for the car, but the item that kept the girls' attention the longest was a $1 store Disney Princess window cling. The girls played with their little flat, plastic princesses for about an hour. It was fun listening to their stories as we drove along.

As we were driving down the Florida Turnpike, nearing our Disney World exit, we saw fireworks out the car window. What could be a better welcome than beautiful fireworks in the sky? The girls were so excited and I tried to focus on my driving and not the cool sparkles.

The welcome sign as you enter Disney Property.

A little closer, it's hard to get a clear shot when I'm blazing by. We were so ready to be there and get off of the road.

We stayed at the Coronado Springs Resort, and it was fabulous. As you approach the property you have to go through the guard gate, showing your ID and letting them know you have reservations. The girls just had the silly giggles and could not stop talking about the fireworks and how much fun they were going to have at Disney. The guard got a kick out of their enthusiasm and joined right in asking them questions about what they were going to see at Disney. At check-in I asked if we had gotten one of their newly refurbished rooms, she changed our room to make sure we received one. Awesome! In my travelling I have learned it never hurts to ask. As we left the lobby and drove around to our room, you have to go through a second gate where you insert your key, there the security guard popped on and said, "Goodnight Giggles!" We all about lost it laughing at him. How nice to take the extra time and remember families on their special trips.

The girls all cozy at the hotel.

Just a start, much more to come...