Like most children, at the mere mention of Disneyland, Lucas’ eyes light up. He LOVES going to the Magic Kingdom and on some level knows what an ordeal it is, from the cost, parking, tram ride, lines, waiting, more waiting, crowds and multiple picture taking, it is a real treat to get to go.
Lucas’ first trip to Disneyland was when he was 18 months old and we had just moved to Orange County. In his short four years and three months on this planet, he has already been a dozen times! I suppose that’s what happens when you are born and raised in Southern California. I never want the enchantment to wear off, so I’m careful about only taking him 4-5 times a year.
While it’s fun to go to DL anytime and with anyone, I wish I could have captured the sparkle in Lucas’ eyes yesterday when we went with our good friends. Having a buddy at his level seemed to only intensify the magic and his experience. Thanks, Jen, Tristan and Samantha! I’m thrilled that together the four of us were able to get him on Pirates of the Caribbean, which he is still talking about.
Tristan and Lucas on It’s a Small World
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I’ve never been to either Disney. He’s a lucky boy!
Oh, I hope you can go someday and take your family!
That is awesome! We are big Disney fans here and my son has been to Disney World twice and we are headed back in a month. I love keeping it magical for them.
Yay!! I’ve never been to Disney World and think it might be too overwhelming… It’s considerably bigger than DL, right?
I’m so jealous. I wish we lived that close to the Magic Kingdom. Also, I’m glad to hear that it stays magical no matter how many times you go.
Yes, it’s hard to avoid when it’s only 12 miles from our house. I hope it’s always special to Lucas.
My mom took us to Disneyworld one time when I was in third grade. I’ve lived in SoCal for nearly 12 years and have never gone again but have always wanted to go back! The magic has not been lost on me yet! Tell Lucas if he ever needs a 33 year old sidekick……
Careful, we/he might take you up in that! I hope you get to go back soon.
Oh how I love that this is in his everyday! The sparkle of childhood, indeed!
The magic of Disney… really goes hand in hand with childhood, doesn’t it?
southern California does really sound magical. I wanna go! Lucky for Lucas.
We are very, very lucky to live in such a wonderful state!!
That is wonderful to have that magical world so close by! We hope to make it to Disney one day!
I hope so too!! Everyone should go at least once. Children and adults alike.
Lucky, lucky Lucas! 🙂
I have never been to Disneyland, but grew up going to Disney World a lot. Our kids have been there several times. It is magical, and I have to admit that I get teary every time I see that castle for the first time on every visit. Lucky you, living so close!
Lucas is seriously the luckiest kid on the planet! He lives ridiculously close to Disneyland and he gets to go so often! It’s such an awesome and special place to go so I am glad that he has gotten to have the experience of being there. He’s definitely been there twice as much as me. I am glad that I’ve gotten to go, I think twice with you all.