WDW Day 2

Day 2 was just as action packed and we ended up hitting the other two parks and meet up with some of Brian's cousins in the meantime. Since Abby decided we should get up at 4:45 am, we made it bright and early to the Animal Kingdom and spent the morning there.

One of the highlights of the Animal Kingdom was the Safari. The kids loved it and it was fun to see the animals up close and personal.

The kids were more interested in looking at each other than the camera in this picture, unfortunately.
Checking out the elephants with Abby.

Proud daddy.

A "hidden Mickey" in the island.

Now, meeting the real Mickey. Jonah loved getting all the autographs of the characters and was especially excited to meet Mickey. Mickey liked Jonah's soccer shirt and seemed pretty excited to meet him too.

Abby, on the other hand, was very excited about meeting Minnie. So much so, that she would freak out when she saw a Minnie doll or character, so maybe Daddy got her one to bring home. :)

Donald, but no Daisy.

And Goofy.

Next, we went to a Lion King show, which was the kids first taste of any real live theater performance and they were entranced.

Watching from Grandpa's lap.

Brian's cousins, The Pratts, ended up being in Disney World the same week we were and we were so excited to meet up Monday morning. Grace, Abby, and Jonah in the dinosaur playground of 1000 kids. Sometimes we even knew where all of ours were. :)

Jonah hitched a ride with Kate in the stroller. They shared some cheezits and wrestling tips as well (or so we think).

The one and only time Abby napped in her stroller while on vacation. :) What a sweet girl.

Caroline showing Jonah around the walk through jungle.

Jonah and Bella just look up to trouble. I need a repeat picture of these two every 5 years I think and I'm guessing the expressions will be similar.

After Animal Kingdom and naps, we headed to Hollywood Studios for the evening. We were able to see Playhouse Disney Live! and the kids were once again mesmorized.

Handy Manny was a highlight.

We don't have any more pictures from Hollywood Studios, but I have to mention that Grandma and Grandpa watched the kids while Mommy (dragged) convinced afraid-of-heights Daddy to go on the Tower of Terror. This is the equivalent of the Demon Drop for all of you OH folks. Daddy's verdict: better than the Demon drop and worth the potential other "droppings" he thought might occur.... We'll leave it at that.

More pictures (and videos) coming!