Sydney only really cared about 2 simple things on our trip to Disneyland.
However, as soon as we walked thru the gates she became distracted.
The characters were out... not just the fascinating ones as we 'people watch', but also - the real-deal Disney Characters.
(I think Donald heard me mutter to myself 'could they pick a worst location for lighting?' because he instantly decided to smother shade her.)
She would not pose until I agreed that these were Alvin's Chipmunks and not Chip & Dale - but hey, whadda I know?
Sure enough, just as we got to the front of the line to meet Goofy, he ran off - whatever.
We decided we'd start to head down Main Street.
but
then we saw... Miss Minnie
Expressions : upon MEETING & the other SAYING GOODBYE
They looked so cute together...
Moving on
She had her 'magazine' (AKA park Map) and a bit of attitude as she strutted down Main Street:
First stop: meet more Characters (seriously)
We went on a few rides, including the coaster in Toontown. Not scared a bit! Then we ate a late lunch and walked around.
While about, she stopped to get pretty...
Is Lipstick ok Mame?
(Lady she will cry all this paint off if you DON'T put on lipstick)
Yes- she'd love some, thanks
now... for the reveal
and... the reaction
When we saw Jasmine she told Sydney 'you have got to show Minnie your outfit'
"Oh it's ok Jasmine - I showed her - and she just loved it and I said I know."
(she talks big when she's 4)
The lights were coming on.
It was getting a bit chilly and we needed snacks...
We got our popcorn, I got a latte and we sat all cozy on our preferred bench. Parked right in line with the castle for a great view :
A few minutes in, I leaned over to the barista near by...
'what time will the fireworks start?'
'No fireworks tonight Dear - only Friday and Saturdays this time of year.'
{fabulous}
With that heartbreaking news we decided to hit up the final ride of the night - the tram. The way out of Main Street is equally as beautiful:
Where she finally spotted... Ariel
'hello, knock knock. Ariel- it's me Sydney. remember?'
Her face melted in the bathtub as soon as we got home.
'Why do we have to wash it? I could sleep careful... '
She didn't give me hassle about the fireworks.
Maybe that is what I was looking forward to. She got to see the princesses and eat the whole cup of salty buttery Disneyland popcorn. All was good.

