We're going on vacation!

We are soooo excited! One week from today will find us on our way to much warmer parts of the country. To be specific, Southern California! We are FINALLY going to Disneyland.

Now, the history. Several, and I do mean several, years ago, my kids and I started our Disneyland Jar. This is actually a big glass jug which we taped a big picture of Mickey Mouse to, and labeled it our Disneyland Jar. The idea was that we would contribute all our change into the jar (with the exception of pennies) and when the jar was full, our Disneyland vacation could be had! Little did we realize how long it would take to fill the jar, and even though it's not full, our Disneyland vacation is now attainable. I'm really excited to take my kids; they have been dreaming of this for a very long time. I've been to Disneyland several times, but my kids have never been, so I'm excited to watch this whole new experience on their faces. They've also never seen the ocean, and therefore, never been on an ocean beach. We've been keeping an eagle eye on the forecast for Southern Cal, and so far it all looks promising for us. Even though we'll be there for a good week, our schedules are already pretty full. We're planning on a couple days at Disneyland, a day at Sea World, a day at the San Diego Zoo, and a couple of days for the beaches. I think we'll work some shopping in as well. And of course there is the drive. Hey, it's all about the journey, and driving is very theraputic for me. We leave on Friday the 21st.....I'll keep you posted!