Finally, a few days to catch everyone up on our activities. Shortly after getting set up in Arcadia , we packed up again and made a journey to the Enchanted Kingdom of the Mouse. My youngest
daughter , Katrina, husband Mike , my four grandsons (Jared , Zak ,Tyler , & Nathan), Nanny
Kjersten and Emma ,their 130 lb Bernese Mountain dog ,met us at Fort
Wilderness .
What a great campground and we were lucky enough to camp next to each other, although Bob and I were happy they had their own trailer. I had forgotten how chaotic camping with children could be. There were so many things to do at the campground that is was hard to find time to get away to
the many different parks. The Magic Kingdom was just that---MAGIC-- it didn't take me long to start "searching" with the boys for different
characters so they could get their autographs (neat marketing
gimmick,
ie selling autograph books). It seemed like there were thousands of little "princesses" running around, all dressed up in
dresses, gowns, tiaras and glitter. I couldn't convince any of my grandsons they would look good in princess garb (no, Katrina this doesn't mean I have to have a granddaughter!). I was
thoroughly entranced by the shows and the efficiency with which Disney World runs the place, from moving thousands of people around,
minimizing wait time in lines and feeds (good eats) bunches. Bob, who was totally overwhelmed by the number of yelling, cheerful children, chose to sit out most of the days by the quiet creek behind our
motorhome. After several days following the boys around the park I , myself was wishing for a few quiet
moments watching the ducks swim by. Halfway thru the week my Dad and Mom came from Apollo Beach area to visit with all of the great-grandchildren. It was good to have four generations together. We rented a golf cart to run around in while they were there and I think the two youngest grandsons enjoyed playing on it as much as some of the park attractions. Sadly, all good things must come to an end so Sat the PA bunch headed back to the cold North and Bob and I came back to Arcadia to just " hang out" in the sun.
Activities here are just getting started but already it seems like we run out of time. To all of our friends up North, start packing your
bags, it's great down here but we can always make room for one more at "happy hour". Take care........
HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU.............................UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
Yes, that is the dashing man we all love and no he didn't choose that dress by choice. Bob had emergency surgery Friday for a ruptured hernia. He is already home and doing well. Contrary to the belief of some , he didn't do it to get out of a day of golf but none the less his activities will be curbed for a few weeks. It is good that this happened in sunny Fl because if he had been in PA , with that white stuff, he would be impossible to live with for weeks of recovery. We will keep you informed and take care.........................
