Princess of the Day 2010

**flashback memory from our 2010 trip. This has been selected as our family's favorite Disney memory**


During our last trip we celebrated my 26 birthday and Madyson's 4th birthday

 (same day...22 years apart!)

We scheduled a very important breakfast at the most magical place in Walt Disney World,

Cinderella's Castle.

We had an extremely early reservation and we arrived EVEN earlier. We stood at the gate talking to the Cast Member telling him how special the day was and he agreed.

We were the FIRST people in Magic Kingdom! As soon as they let us in, Madyson took off running. I really wanted a family picture with us and the castle (without 2,000 people in the background) but what I got was a VERY excited little girl running.

As I chased her snapping picture after picture I realized that this was so much more special than a family photo. Tears streamed down my face. I could feel the excitement she had generating off of her little princess clad self.

Once she reached the castle she did turn for a smile

And then ran off to find, Cinderella! Not only did she(we) get to meet Cinderella...BOTH girls got to be Princess of the Day! They donned precious little stickers and got to led the other dining guest up the stairs to the dining room.

It was such a wonderful experience!

ITs almost here!

The excitement that surrounds our house right now is infectious! We are now 11 days from our Disney trip!

We have been busy prepping all 4 kids for this amazing adventure. Madyson is the only one out of the 4 with Disney Memories. Aubrie kate, only knows shes been to Disney but has no memory of it (so its like her first time!) Gavin, has never been and is getting very excited thanks to Madyson sharing all her knowledge with him! Then there is sweet Rachel...the baby of the bunch. She is going to be SO much fun on this trip! She has been getting so excited watching YouTube videos!

Todd and I are busy finishing packing. I have been doing a continuous post throughout this process and will share that real soon!

We are busy packing because next week, I will be helping the Byrds (our Bffs going with us for the 1st time) get packed.

In my opinion, packing is THE most crucial part to the whole planning process. I can't wait to share how we do it!

I will leave you with our new favorite youtube videos. This family is great!

autograph books

When you have little kids, autograph books are a great way to help them get over the fear of going up to meet the characters. There are SO many types of autograph paraphernalia!

1) the original Disney Parks Autograph Book

Source: disneystore.com via Anna on Pinterest

2) The DIY autograph book

Source: eastcoastmommyblog.blogspot.ca via Sarah on Pinterest

3) The Photo Mat! I love this idea to frame that special family photo!

Source: disneytripexpert.com via Sarah on Pinterest

4) The autograph Pillowcase

Source: etsy.com via Regina on Pinterest

Disney Characters will sign anything (as long as you aren't wearing it!) Make sure to bring a good marker for them to use! I like the click sharpies. That way you don't have to worry about keeping the top with the marker :)

We love collecting Disney Signatures! We have a big book we have been working on since our first trip and each year we are adding to it. This year though, we might bring along the photo mat! I think that is such a cute idea!

Do you and your family have a unique autographing idea?

A Disney A Day!

One of my favorite things to do leading up to our Disney Trip is to watch a Disney Movie a Day!

There are SO many wonderful Disney movies and with all the characters and rides having something to do with movies this is a great way for kids to "feel the magic" before the trip!

We own alot of Disney movies (thank you disney movie club) we also rent from the library the older movies and watch the few that netflix has!

Here is this years Disney a day movie list!

1. Robin Hood
2. Alice in Wonderland
3. Toy Story 1
4. Toy Story 2
5. Toy Story 3
6. Mary Poppins
7. Snow White
8. Sword and the Stone
9. 101 Dalmations
10. Cinderella
11. Finding Nemo
12. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
13. A Bug's Life
14. Chip and Dale Rescue Rangers
15. Jungle Book
16. Lion King
17. BRAVE! (the new movie coming out June 22!)
18. Beauty and The Beast
19. Little Mermaid
20. Lilo & Stitch
21. Pinochio
22. Sleeping Beauty
23. Peter Pan
24. Tinkerbell
25. Mulan
26. Dumbo
27. Honey I Shrunk the Kids
28. Tangled
29. The Princess and The Frog
30. Tarzan

For the Car: Up!, The Incredibles, Bolt, Mosters Inc, Lady & The Tramp

 

You can use our Disney A Day Movie List or create your own!

What bags do the Broadus' carry inside the park?

Hi!

I got an email asking how the Broadus' pack to go inside the park. Great question!

We use Thirty-One bags to travel to Disney! Here is a quick vlog on how we do it!

If you see any products you are interested in feel free to shop at my Thirty-One store! I have a party ending May 31st!

May's special is spend $31 dollars and get the all-in-one organizer (great for your car to keep your snacks, kids games and such in while traveling or anytime) for $5!!!

Products Seen Are: Cinch Sac $20
Zipper Pouch: $15
Wristlet Wallet: $25

all can be personalized for $7 each :)

A Disney Countdown

To help esculate your Disney Trip excitement, I suggest a Disney Countdown.

It can be as easy as a Paper Chain

Source: vermillionrules.blogspot.com via Amy on Pinterest

Or as cute as a custom Chalkboard.

Source: happyclippings.com via Suzy on Pinterest

This year, I wanted something cute...and CHEAP!

So first, I took note of what I had around my house...

Old picture frame....typing paper....suction cups....Scrapbook Letters...LOTS of paint chips (I had plan but the Disney Paint chips at home depot would be cute!)

So I ran to the local dollar store and picked up some Disney Stickers...and WhaLa!

Stroller Rental

One of the biggest issues when planning a Disney Trip is what to do about a stroller.

This is my BIGGEST TIP: No matter if you are traveling with a newborn or a 7 year old. You are going to want a stroller. It is A LOT of walking.
 I am an adult, and I want to ride in the stroller!



Here are some options:
1) driving? Bring your own!
2) Flying? Bring your own!
3) Rent one at Disney Parks! They have single and double strollers.
4) Rent one from an off-site rental company!

#4 is new to me! I have researched and if we don't have room for our own then this is what we will be doing. It is inexpensive and they deliver and pick up from your hotel.!

I have "googled" some other stroller rental places!

Orlando Stroller Rental

Baby Wheels Orlando

a baby's best friend


So what do you do with your stroller while you are on the rides? Stroller Parking.

Near every ride is this neat little stroller parking You park your stroller there and go about your rides! I suggest MARKING your stroller. 99.9% of the time, you will NOT be the only one with that stroller! So mark yours! Make a little tag for it, tie a bandana around the handle, I make us one similar to this

Idea found here

Stay tuned! over the next few days we will be discussing other Disney tips and tricks!