I've Returned From Disneyland

I had a GREAT time at the Original Theme Park. Weather was absolutely perfect, except for the record high in Anaheim on the day we arrived - 102. And, crowds seemed to get lighter with each successive day.

My eight year old son is increasing his ride repertoire. We added five new attractions on this trip. We also have a deal in which he gets a new attraction pin with every new ride he adds. And, since he can never just pick one, he added ten new pins. (I think we just have Indiana Jones and Haunted Mansion left).

My souvenir shopping wasn't that successful. But, I still managed to come home with a suitcase full. The postcard selection was very thin. And, there haven't been any new Park specific books since 2005. I also had trouble finding a new Mickey Mouse watch. But, then again, I'm very picky. 1). Mickey's hands have to move, which probably eliminates 80% of the available watches, and 2) it has to be silver. So, my final choice came down to just one watch. I also noticed there's no longer a free-standing Christmas store. Both prior locations in New Orleans Square and Fantasyland have been absorbed by the latest marketing blitz. The only Chirstmas merchandise was located within the china store on Main St.

Guess I'm just going to have to go back again!