Sing with me...California Here We Come! Days 7 & 8, updated 12/20
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**chezp** · 12-08-2006, 01:52 AM

What beautiful photos - the Haunted Mansion looks wonderful! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif[/img] And I still think that the Halloween decoration at Disneyland are much better than WDW's, they're subtle and yet striking at the same time - I love the pumpkin flowerbed.. that is such a [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] touch.

Now hurry back - I need to read the next installment! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

Meggera · 12-08-2006, 09:07 AM

Day 2 - October 31, 2006 – Part 7
[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/birthday.gif[/img] Victoria!

We all talked to Deb for a while when two other ladies in blue showed up, Stacy and Tiffany. They all said it was about time for them to escort us to IASW where we would meet the mayor. One last picture of the castle…

We all jabbered to the Dream Squad and enjoyed our stroll to IASW. When we got there, the Mayor came out, shook our hands and congratulated us on this special honor. He told us that he would take us backstage where there were characters getting ready for the parade that we would get to meet. He said that there were two signs on the firetruck, and that we got to take them home with us after the parade...one for the front yard and one for the mantel. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rofl2.gif[/img] He also told us to enjoy ourselves, have fun and wave and smile at the thousands of people who would be videoing and taking pictures of the parade. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] We could do that!

The Dream Squad ladies said they would be more than happy to video and take pictures along the parade route if we wanted them to. Well of course we did!

I asked for a photo of Mr. Mayor with Victoria, and he happily obliged.

Then, we were led backstage. There is a gate on the far right-hand side of IASW that we went through. Back there was the adorable fire engine, dancers and characters. They said we could take all the pictures we wanted. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] First photo was with the fire engine. Are those the signs we get to take home? [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/eek.gif[/img] They are HUGE! We’ll figure that out later. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img]

Victoria was getting hugs from Mary Poppins and Tigger.

Then all of a sudden, the dancers hollered, “Happy birthday, Victoria!” She was thrilled. All of the characters were very excited about her birthday. We talked to the characters. My beloved Eeyore gave me the biggest hug, and we all got together for a group shot.

Then, Pooh showed up and had to be included along with the mayor.

They said it was time to hop into the fire engine. We handed our two cameras and video camera to the three ladies and climbed aboard our ride. Mary Poppins and Pooh continued to talk to us while we sat in the truck. Mary Poppins asked Victoria where she was from, and Victoria said Virginia. Mary Poppins then remarked that she has family in Farifax, VA. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/roflmao.gif[/img] Victoria got the biggest kick out of that.

Then, Eeyore, knowing he is my absolute favorite, came by to say hello to me! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/blushing.gif[/img] Isn’t he cute?

Victoria chose to sit in the back so she could ring the bell during the parade, and Maxine sat with her. Michael and I were next. Our driver was Vern, and he was joined in the front by Mr. Mayor. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

Off we went! A banner and the dancers were in front of us.

And Mary Poppins, Mr. Penguin, Pooh, Eeyore and Tigger were dancing behind us.

Here are the pictures the Dream Squad, Deb, Stacy and Tiffany, took of us.

We felt like celebrities. Victoria rang the bell the entire time. We smiled. We waved. We wished everyone a Happy Halloween! And all the while, the Mayor would get on his microphone and announce, “Introducing our Grand Marshals of the parade, the Dawson family from Warsaw, Virginia. And Tinkerbell is celebrating her 12th birthday today.”

There were cheers. I don’t think I have ever had my picture taken by so many strangers. We are now in thousands of strangers’ pictures and videos. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] Little children were in awe if we waved directly to them. They were so cute.

We rounded the hub at the end of Main Street and were soon at the end of the parade. It was over in the blink of an eye. What a way to start our trip to Disneyland. It doesn’t get any better than this. The fire engine came to a stop, and we got off. It was over. But it wasn’t! We got VIP seats to see the parade. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] Deb, Stacy and Tiffany arrived with our cameras and took us to a roped off area in front of the Main Street Train Station. Then, they gave Victoria all of the balloons that had been attached to the fire engine. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

There was another family up there. We never asked how they had VIP seats. But, they were very nice. Victoria shared her balloons with them. Victoria, bless her heart, was really cold. The nice family then shared a blanket with her. That was so sweet!

Deb came up to us and said that was the nicest thing that Victoria had done when she shared her balloons. She gave Victoria a Tinkerbell pin to keep and another to give away when she saw someone else do something nice for someone else. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] The family who shared their blanket got the same pins. That is so awesome! I’m so glad we have a generous daughter.

Then Deb offered to take our photo.

All of a sudden, one of the Dream Squad ladies from this morning (the one who offered to take our photo and talked most of the time) came up and said how great we had been in the parade and that she was so glad they had chosen us. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/thanx.gif[/img] She was off work and had wanted to stop by and say hello.

We settled into our seats and got ready to see the parade.

Up Next: The Parade and Mickey’s Halloween Treat!

**Colexis Mom** · 12-08-2006, 09:12 AM

Wow, what a magical moment [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/082502yes_prv.gif[/img] [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img] It doesn't get much better than that [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/082502no_prv.gif[/img] I'm so glad you all had such a great time in the parade [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

lauren-roxy · 12-08-2006, 10:21 AM

What an awesome, magical moment for you and your family!!! Love all the pictures, your daughter is a cute Tinkerbell. Can't wait to read more, this is just so exciting!!!!

**DawnDenise** · 12-08-2006, 10:51 AM

What an incredible experience for Victoria and your family!! Definitely a magical moment that you'll never forget. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] Can't wait for the next installment!

**zacksmom_1993** · 12-08-2006, 02:51 PM

What an awesome story, Laura! Zack and I were lucky enough to be in the Parade of Stars one time at Disneyland, and I still think it's my favorite Disney memory ever. What an amazing way to spend Victoria's 12th birthday! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/082502yes_prv.gif[/img] Can't wait to hear what you thought of Mickey's Halloween Treat. We loved it!

**DyanKJ130** · 12-08-2006, 04:44 PM

WOW!! I had tears in my eyes, especially when I saw you standing next to the fire engine with your name on the side. What a special day for your entire family. Victoria seems like an absolute sweetheart and Maxine is GLOWING!

**chezp** · 12-09-2006, 02:21 AM

Now that is true magic and what wonderful memories Disney created for you! That was just a beautiful installment and well worth the wait! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif[/img]

**Chrissi** · 12-09-2006, 01:06 PM

I'm just catching up here! Great updates! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif[/img]

crazydisney · 12-09-2006, 05:20 PM

**DrDolphin** · 12-09-2006, 07:33 PM

What an AWESOME birthday!!! Victoria will remember this FOREVER!!!

Meggera · 12-09-2006, 09:41 PM

Day 2 - October 31, 2006 – Part 8
[img]/ubb/images/graemlins/birthday.gif[/img] Victoria!

We loved our seats for the parade and were really excited when it began. The photos are just okay. I took photos and my DH videoed the parade. Here are some of the pictures of The Parade of Dreams!

The parade was over, and we really enjoyed it. The floats all stopped in front of us and performed for us. It was awesome.

We said goodbye to Deb, our nice lady in blue. She got Maxine’s wheelchair for her so we could head over to Disney’s California Adventure for Mickey’s Halloween Treat. Nope, guys, this day is not over yet. I know, you are wondering if it will ever end. It will! It’s just that a whole lot happened in this one day. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

Up Next: Mickey’s Halloween Treat!

**DyanKJ130** · 12-09-2006, 11:03 PM

What a day you are having!! You sure are squishing as much magic as you can into this day! WOW!

tinksmom · 12-10-2006, 09:56 AM

Awesome! I'm just catching up on the last few entries. Victoria sure had a magical birthday. Can't wait to read more.
tenya

**Colexis Mom** · 12-10-2006, 11:33 AM

Great pictures of the parade [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

12-08-2006, 09:07 AM	#152 (permalink)
Meggera Community Rank: Trailblazer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Harker Heights, TX Posts: 5,257	Re: Sing with me...California Here We Come! Day 2, Part 6, updated 12/7 <font color="blue"> <u>Day 2 - October 31, 2006 – Part 7</u> [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/birthday.gif[/img] Victoria! We all talked to Deb for a while when two other ladies in blue showed up, Stacy and Tiffany. They all said it was about time for them to escort us to IASW where we would meet the mayor. One last picture of the castle… We all jabbered to the Dream Squad and enjoyed our stroll to IASW. When we got there, the Mayor came out, shook our hands and congratulated us on this special honor. He told us that he would take us backstage where there were characters getting ready for the parade that we would get to meet. He said that there were two signs on the firetruck, and that we got to take them home with us after the parade...one for the front yard and one for the mantel. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rofl2.gif[/img] He also told us to enjoy ourselves, have fun and wave and smile at the thousands of people who would be videoing and taking pictures of the parade. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] We could do that! The Dream Squad ladies said they would be more than happy to video and take pictures along the parade route if we wanted them to. Well of course we did! I asked for a photo of Mr. Mayor with Victoria, and he happily obliged. Then, we were led backstage. There is a gate on the far right-hand side of IASW that we went through. Back there was the adorable fire engine, dancers and characters. They said we could take all the pictures we wanted. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] First photo was with the fire engine. Are those the signs we get to take home? [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/eek.gif[/img] They are HUGE! We’ll figure that out later. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img] Victoria was getting hugs from Mary Poppins and Tigger. Then all of a sudden, the dancers hollered, “Happy birthday, Victoria!” She was thrilled. All of the characters were very excited about her birthday. We talked to the characters. My beloved Eeyore gave me the biggest hug, and we all got together for a group shot. Then, Pooh showed up and had to be included along with the mayor. They said it was time to hop into the fire engine. We handed our two cameras and video camera to the three ladies and climbed aboard our ride. Mary Poppins and Pooh continued to talk to us while we sat in the truck. Mary Poppins asked Victoria where she was from, and Victoria said Virginia. Mary Poppins then remarked that she has family in Farifax, VA. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/roflmao.gif[/img] Victoria got the biggest kick out of that. Then, Eeyore, knowing he is my absolute favorite, came by to say hello to me! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/blushing.gif[/img] Isn’t he cute? Victoria chose to sit in the back so she could ring the bell during the parade, and Maxine sat with her. Michael and I were next. Our driver was Vern, and he was joined in the front by Mr. Mayor. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] Off we went! A banner and the dancers were in front of us. And Mary Poppins, Mr. Penguin, Pooh, Eeyore and Tigger were dancing behind us. Here are the pictures the Dream Squad, Deb, Stacy and Tiffany, took of us. We felt like celebrities. Victoria rang the bell the entire time. We smiled. We waved. We wished everyone a Happy Halloween! And all the while, the Mayor would get on his microphone and announce, “Introducing our Grand Marshals of the parade, the Dawson family from Warsaw, Virginia. And Tinkerbell is celebrating her 12th birthday today.” There were cheers. I don’t think I have ever had my picture taken by so many strangers. We are now in thousands of strangers’ pictures and videos. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] Little children were in awe if we waved directly to them. They were so cute. We rounded the hub at the end of Main Street and were soon at the end of the parade. It was over in the blink of an eye. What a way to start our trip to Disneyland. It doesn’t get any better than this. The fire engine came to a stop, and we got off. It was over. But it wasn’t! We got VIP seats to see the parade. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] Deb, Stacy and Tiffany arrived with our cameras and took us to a roped off area in front of the Main Street Train Station. Then, they gave Victoria all of the balloons that had been attached to the fire engine. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] There was another family up there. We never asked how they had VIP seats. But, they were very nice. Victoria shared her balloons with them. Victoria, bless her heart, was really cold. The nice family then shared a blanket with her. That was so sweet! Deb came up to us and said that was the nicest thing that Victoria had done when she shared her balloons. She gave Victoria a Tinkerbell pin to keep and another to give away when she saw someone else do something nice for someone else. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] The family who shared their blanket got the same pins. That is so awesome! I’m so glad we have a generous daughter. Then Deb offered to take our photo. All of a sudden, one of the Dream Squad ladies from this morning (the one who offered to take our photo and talked most of the time) came up and said how great we had been in the parade and that she was so glad they had chosen us. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/thanx.gif[/img] She was off work and had wanted to stop by and say hello. We settled into our seats and got ready to see the parade. Up Next: The Parade and Mickey’s Halloween Treat! </font>

12-08-2006, 10:21 AM	#154 (permalink)
lauren-roxy Community Rank: Legend Extraordinaire Join Date: May 2004 Location: Ohio Football Hall Of Fame Posts: 42,354	Re: Sing with me...California Here We Come! Day 2, Part 6, updated 12/7 What an awesome, magical moment for you and your family!!! Love all the pictures, your daughter is a cute Tinkerbell. Can't wait to read more, this is just so exciting!!!!

12-09-2006, 05:20 PM	#160 (permalink)
crazydisney Community Rank: Adventurer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alberta Canada Posts: 514	Re: Sing with me...California Here We Come! Day 2, Part 6, updated 12/7 WOW

12-09-2006, 09:41 PM	#162 (permalink)
Meggera Community Rank: Trailblazer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Harker Heights, TX Posts: 5,257	Re: Sing with me...California Here We Come! Day 2, Part 8, updated 12/9 <font color="blue"> <u>Day 2 - October 31, 2006 – Part 8</u> [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/birthday.gif[/img] Victoria! We loved our seats for the parade and were really excited when it began. The photos are just okay. I took photos and my DH videoed the parade. Here are some of the pictures of The Parade of Dreams! The parade was over, and we really enjoyed it. The floats all stopped in front of us and performed for us. It was awesome. We said goodbye to Deb, our nice lady in blue. She got Maxine’s wheelchair for her so we could head over to Disney’s California Adventure for Mickey’s Halloween Treat. Nope, guys, this day is not over yet. I know, you are wondering if it will ever end. It will! It’s just that a whole lot happened in this one day. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] Up Next: Mickey’s Halloween Treat! </font>

12-10-2006, 09:56 AM	#164 (permalink)
tinksmom Community Rank: Jetsetter Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Arlington,Texas USA Posts: 2,659	Re: Sing with me...California Here We Come! Day 2, Part 8, updated 12/9 Awesome! I'm just catching up on the last few entries. Victoria sure had a magical birthday. Can't wait to read more. tenya

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