Disney Day

With a week off school, the girls and I were happy to spend Tuesday at California Adventure.

We got up and out a little after 8:30, and were in the park before 11. With the holiday, it was a crowded day, so we weren't able to ride a lot of rides.

Instead, we spent time in the Animation Academy, in the Redwood Creek area, and on some of the smaller rides.

This was Violet's first time on the climbing wall, after reaching the 42-inch height requirement.

After lunchtime, we met up with Jen and Trent, and did another animation class together. In fact, before we left for the night we did a third - it was a lot of fun, and a perfect activity on a crowded day.

We also met up with Big Al and Liver Lips from the Bear Country Jamboree. The kids all found them creepy, but Jen and I have fond memories of their "live" shows in years past.

Some of the smaller, fair-style rides had shorter lines...

...and we lucked out at the end of the night with a short line to meet Santa.

Another great day together, with great friends!

Before we went our separate ways, the kids wanted to pose with the giant bear, in his Christmas sweater.

We were on the road by 10, and home not long after 11. Thank you, Disney, for another fabulous day!