We packed up and headed to Orlando, Fl for a quick weekend at Minnie and Mickey's place and got a little bit of China Town from Epcot along the way, too! It was an adventurous and fun filled weekend all crammed into suitcases. We stayed at the Pop Century Hotel, which was another story of its own, and would not be my next pick on hotel stays that's for sure! When you find a used bar of soap under your bed, it's usually not a good sign. However, we didn't make our stay there to long, it is what it is I guess. Our long journey at Magic Kingdom was of course fun as always. The kids enjoyed every minute of it and it was exhausting that's for sure. You kinda see someone from every side of life. Especially, when your five year old isn't afraid to hold in his opinions of people with pink hair and tattoos. I thank God everyday I was a shy child.
We concluded our weekend with Chase's scholastic banquet which was such a treat. Not only did we get to stay at a top notch hotel on Daytona Beach, we got to participate in an evening which I will never forget. I watched my 13 year old son take awards and a trophy for his achievements and "Job well Done" for a 3.9 GPA that was recognized by the POP WARNER Scholar Athlete Program. I'm so proud of him and his accomplishments and that evening was proof of the possibility to go through an entire day either stuck in your ruminations about the past or anxiety over the future, never really seizing the moment and noticing the pleasant things that are happening right now. Sometimes in life we forget to stop and enjoy the things that really matter. For a few hours, I was able to see my son shine, no stress, and being able to savor the moment with loved ones. It can bring a stronger connection and sense of appreciation, which leads to better quality relationships, and all the benefits of social support that they bring. It was definitely a time I will cherish forever.
So I celebrated my 6th anniversary, got to see Minnie and Mickey, ate at China Town in Epcot, spent a few hours with my 92 year old grandparents and watched my son receive awards for a job well done! Wow, what a weekend it's been!
Disney world really is the place "Where dreams come true!"
Until next time,
S~
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