by Danielle P.
Member since:
March 26, 2007

Disney Here We Come

April 11, 2010 01:15 PM UTC
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When my daughter was young my Dad had retired as a sergeant from the NYPD and moved to Florida.  He was bored, retiring at a young age of 42.  Being the people person that he is, he got a job as a Popcorn guy at Disney.  That meant a handful of free tickets every year for family fun.  I had just gone thru my divorce, hence no money, so Dad was kind and sent me tickets for my daughter and I to go to Florida for a visit to him, my step-mom and Mickey Mouse.

It was a magical experience. 

Here we are 16 years later and since then my Dad quit Disney, went and got his electricians license, opened his own business, successfully sold it and is truly retired now. 

He's still in Florida but no longer near Disney. My sons have never been to Disney so we decided to finally take the plunge and take them.  On their last day of school this year we are picking them up from school and taking the looooong drive with children ages 10 and almost 6 on the road toward the magical land of Disney.

Wish us luck and safe travels.  Did I mention my husband is a Disney fanatic? 

Disney Here We Come...................

Comments: 25

Lori F. Apr 11, 2010, 1:16pm UTC
have fun
Danielle P. Apr 11, 2010, 1:23pm UTC
ty, I hope we have fun. :)
Katie R. Apr 11, 2010, 1:23pm UTC
Have fun. It's magical.
Kevin E. Apr 11, 2010, 1:27pm UTC
have a great time. It is always magical there.
Deb J. Apr 11, 2010, 1:46pm UTC
Aw!! That is just wonderful! One day I want to take Chloe so bad! Maybe if I keep praying the money situation will improve for us!
GOD can do anything I think, if we just believe!
DiAnA D. Apr 11, 2010, 2:27pm UTC
so you've decided? can't wait to see you!! enjoy!!
Danielle P. Apr 11, 2010, 2:55pm UTC
Yup. We bought the package, no refunds allowed!! Fla here we come!!
flit . Apr 11, 2010, 2:29pm UTC
Have a safe and fun trip
Paidra Delayno Apr 11, 2010, 2:31pm UTC
my grandfather was offered a job by walt disney many moons ago as an artist. unfortunately, he wasn't able to take it. i hope the kids have fun. you need a 12 volt TV and vcp to keep them amused on the long trip. works wonders
Danielle P. Apr 11, 2010, 2:56pm UTC
We have a DVD player and tons of movies. That worked last time. I bet it would have been cool for your grandfather had he taken the job. Though the stories you have told me, he had a fascinating life anyways....
Stacey Mamasaid Apr 11, 2010, 2:52pm UTC
What a wonderful trip, enjoy Disney :)
j - Frugal Mom - r. Apr 11, 2010, 3:46pm UTC
How exciting!
David W. Apr 11, 2010, 3:46pm UTC
My favorite place made better by bringing children with me. My Daughter and grandkids will be meeting us there at the end of summer vacation and just before school begins.

Have fun, I know I will.
Brian T. Apr 11, 2010, 4:04pm UTC
Have fun!
carolyn b. Apr 11, 2010, 4:25pm UTC
Have fun and drive safe, we're planning a trip for next year.
Teresa W. Apr 11, 2010, 5:56pm UTC
hope you have fun
have fun Dani, stay safe!
Steph-in-NE ..... Apr 11, 2010, 8:32pm UTC
sounds great we plan on going just not sure when want ot wait for th son after deployement now
donna h. Apr 11, 2010, 9:47pm UTC
Disney Fanatic...hmmm ...LOL...don't know any of those!!! have a wonderful time down there.
Nurse Nancy S. Apr 12, 2010, 12:56am UTC
Disney is fun when you have kids. I am so "Disney"ed out. My kids are now 34 and 29. I have been through 5 grandkids and as far as I am concerned, If I NEVER hear "It's a Small World" again, it will be too soon.

However, for those who do not live hear and go much, it is a magical place and one to be enjoyed. Your kids will have a great time!!! Be sure to ride Space Mountain and Thunder Mountain Railroad....Lots of fun!!!
Oh it is so much fun too! Glad you are going there again!
M M. Apr 12, 2010, 7:27pm UTC
You know I was one of their silhouette artists? Enjoy yourself, be sure to watch the fireworks at night, and be sure to get to Epcot.
Danielle P. Apr 14, 2010, 7:45am UTC
That's so cool that you were an artist for Disney!! Thanks for stopping by.
August Lady Apr 19, 2010, 7:40pm UTC
How exciting-have a safe trip & a blast at Disney!

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