Last month, Kellan experienced a number of "firsts" while on vacation with Mommy and Daddy - it was his first airplane ride (at least, the first one where he was cognizant of being there), his first trip to California, and his first trip to (drumroll, please)... Disneyland!
Kellan had some comfort items in hand to help ease any anxiety he may have had on the plane; namely, his blanket, his pacifier, and his stuffed rabbit, "Rabbit".
In an effort to transport the carseat and Kellan around the airport with ease, Mommy duplicated an idea off the internet to attach the carseat to one of our rolling carry-ons. It was sturdy enough for Kellan to sit in the seat while we rolled the luggage around with us and worked like a charm! We did get some funny looks, however...
Our first stop after picking up our rental car was Newport Beach. It was a gorgeous day, and a surfing competition was being held while we were there. So exciting!
Nothing like being able to take off your shoes and walk in the sand
There was a group of girls there - obvious beach veterans - that caught Kellan's attention. They didn't seem to mind Kellan standing close to watch their antics.
Our vacation rental was situated across the street from Disneyland, which meant it was a short walk to get there.
We had dinner at Downtown Disney our first night. This is Kellan occupying his time with an electronic game while waiting for the food.
We ate outside!
The next day, we went to Disneyland. Kellan was wowed by the castles and characters.
The next day, we went to Disneyland. Kellan was wowed by the castles and characters.
We spent the week leading up to the trip introducing Kellan to the wonders of Disney, with a lot of emphasis on Mickey Mouse. When it came time to meet Mickey, Kellan became incredibly shy... of course, as soon as we left, he remarked, "I like Mickey Mouse!"
We went on several different rides, but Mommy's favorite was going on the teacups with Kellan.
During our last bit of exploration that first day, we happened upon Pixie Hollow (where Tinkerbell and her fairy friends live). It was built to make you feel like a sprite - blades of grass and flowers towered above us. There was a cute, round door that reminded Mommy and Daddy of a Hobbit's house.
Mommy and Kellan, waiting in line for Peter Plan's Flight
The wait to go on Peter Pan's Flight was around 30 minutes at any given moment; thankfully, Kellan didn't seem to mind passing the time in line.
Kellan and Daddy in the car outside of Mr. Toad's Wild Ride
We couldn't take Kellan on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad train ride due to height restrictions, but he did love watching the train whiz by with Daddy.
We can't wait to go again! Hopefully by next time, Kellan won't be so shy to meet Mickey and his friends.
