Each of the kids were introduced to Disney early in life, all were still in diapers. It’s one commonality they share.
25 years later, 2 of 3 still feel that magic. The force is strong with these two 🙂
Since finding my ‘forever home’ in Colorado, I often struggle with our distance & actively maintaining relationships. Dave’s a moderate-to highly operating autistic…has been since age 3. Now 21, he’s Level 2 on the spectrum: “requiring substantial support”. David has the truest heart of the 3, the kindest soul…but he will always need care. Physically strong, mentally adept – but trapped in a mind which misfires social signals. Always been Disney-motivated, super strong bond to his Mom. Plan B? My guest room in Colorado is adorned with Peter Pan memorabilia. Dave will always have a home.
Took advantage of an open-ended offer to join David & family sometime during their 3-week Disney adventure. Purchased airfare & a Park Pass, bed-shared at the family’s timeshare. Although not a fan of crowds…I do love my family. PLUS, crazy fun to see Dave & Michaela in their element/favourite place on Earth/where they feel most comfortable.
Quick shower after my Saturday morning marathon, shared two half-days at MGM Studios…sandwiched ‘round a full day at Magic Kingdom. Park rides, Disney princesses galore…and a whole lotta shows. FAAANNNTASTIC magical time!
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- Dave’s fave
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- Cinderella castle
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- who doesn’t love a parade?
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- Tigger: T-I-double-guh-er
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- YIKES!
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- hands UP for the big DROP
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- best photo-bomb EVER!
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- Beauty and Gaston 🙂
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- Star Wars showcased ‘front-n-center’
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- fake flakes in sunny Florida
Magic Kingdom 2016
MGM Studios 2016
Having already made plans to spend my birthday on the Cape this year, Ash surprised a few days early – at work. Balloons & banners, stayed late the night before to decorate my office – so much effort. WOW, very much appreciated. Thanks Ash 🙂
Cards, birthday greetings & celebration dinners continued all month.
May my next 50 be as full of adventure & love of life!
birthday text from Mom:
“To laugh often and much.
To win the respect of smart people,
And the affection of children,
To earn the approval of honest critics,
And face the betrayal of false friends,
To appreciate beauty,
To find the best in others,
To leave the world a bit better,
Whether by a healthy child,
A garden patch,
Or a redeemed social condition,
To know one life has breathed easier,
Because you have lived,
This is to have succeeded.”
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- AARP — seriously?
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- office surprise
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- birthday dinner: shrimp, corn & new potatoes — wrapped in foil, 20 minutes on the grill — FAAANNNTASTIC!
ridiculous, but true
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- again, kid on the right — guessing that was my spot 🙂
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- Sis always stole the show
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- assume we wore GREEN on purpose – HA!
the big 5-0
Like the close of the Olympics, always sad when the torch is extinguished – official end of the Games.
Lotta laughs, lotta activities, WHOLE LOTTA FOOD…but St Louis Reunion 2016 ultimately came to a close. Expect we’ll next get together for Ash & Tom’s wedding, May 2017 in Silverthorne (Colorado).
That said, ya’ll know there’s always a marathon (or 2) on the list which brings Family my way. Lucky in life 🙂
Goodbye St. Louis. GREAT job Sis – super FUN weekend!
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- sad goodbyes 🙁
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- mighty memory in my Colorado kitchen
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- James & daughter, Maddie
Haga-Greco Family Reunion (St Louis 2016)
