The Happiest Place on Earth

I'm proud to report that a trip to Disneyland with four little ones is not only possible, but very enjoyable! However, I recommend the following:

- bring an eager set of grandparents;

- make sure you have the right stroller/sling/baby carrier combination to ensure kid seating options for every scenario;

- avoid the princess store that preys on little girls after they exit "It's a Small World" - dangerous territory!

- go after nap time!

- don't forget to bring an Uncle Kyle with you - don't have one of those? I'm sure ours will consider accepting a nominal fee for his child wrangling skills. Book in advance!

One of the best outcomes from our trip down south - we now have a few more family pictures! My standards for capturing all six of us are pretty low. It's definitely easier to keep a happy baby in a car seat or a sling sometimes, as you can see below!





And, me with the babies - maybe the first of these since they were born. That's just sad.





One of the worst outcomes: Megan now complains daily, "Why did I have to be 2 at Disneyland? Because I'm not - I'm 3!!" Oops! I guess we can't get away with getting her in for free next time!


Our adentures in the OC continued with a trip to Laguna Beach the next day, where the girls had a great time!

Megan had more fun with the girls' new set of princesses than she did in the water:

And, Bridget enjoyed more ice cream:

Annie experienced sand in between her toes for the first time!

(Tessa slept - my favorite beach activity!)

Thanks Mop and Pop for a wonderful trip!!