Time with Cousins

Getting together with cousins is one of the fun things that happens on our summer vacations in Florida. My daughter (and I, of course) get to spend time with and catch up with whatever US cousins are available. Now their kids (eight of them) get to build friendships in their generation. I carve out time with my sister-in-law as we keep up with and support each other and feel glad for the friendships thriving in the next two generations.

My daughter and her cousin (with more cousins to arrive later):

Their daughters (at The Little Mermaid show):

Cousins and best friends (in their new shades at Hollywood Studios park):

Scared Silly

The photo speaks for itself. My daughter, niece, grandson and I decided to brave the Rockin Roller Coaster in Disney's Hollywood Studio's Park that shot us forward at rocket speed, spun us upside down and all around while playing Arrowsmith in speakers by our ears. That was one wild ride!

Making Memories

Both the grands wanted to visit the Magic Kingdom in Disney World first so off we went for a full day of memories. Seeing the world through 9 and 6 year old eyes is so utterly fun. It maybe too simplistic - hero or villain- or hold too few options- pirate or princess- but that's for adolescence to discover. For now, the grands loved every minute and I got into the magic of this particular kingdom: the shows, the characters, the rides (I was the designated roller coaster rider with my grandson and really liked that role!) and the amazing friendliness and attention to detail that Disney excels in. What a blast we had! Favorite rides for the 9 year old- Space Mt. and Thunder Mt., for the 6 year old- the Tea Cups and Splash Mt., favorite for them both together- Buzz Lightyear. My favorite- watching the grands thoroughly enjoy themselves. Oh, and me too.