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What a fun day at AK!! Morgan seemed to have really enjoyed herself even though she was having poncho issues. I agree with everyone else, I think you had a little Angel with you on the ride.
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Your update brought me both chuckles and tears. The courting bird and Morgan in her poncho cracked me up! What a face she has on in that picture! And that flower arrangement is just gorgeous!!! Love the glass slipper!
Of course your journal entry made my heart ache, as I know how much you missed your precious Stefanie during this trip... and of course every day. I am sure you will never stop missing her, but in time the pain won't hurt quite as much. I've lost my brother and my best friend... so I really do understand how profound losing a loved one can be. It does leave hole in your heart, but hearts are quite amazing... they just keep growing so there's always room for love.
Love the pics but am starting to wonder how much of WDW is Miss Morgan going to experiece if you keep monkeying around at AK. Picture of her face under Poncho is priceless
First of all, thank you so much for sharing your journal entry. I'm sure Stephanie was there with you in so many ways, as she will continue to be with you always!
The pictures of Morgan - especially her in the poncho, and later with the Mickey balloon are great, as all your pictures! Your pictures really help to tell the story!
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Another awesome set of pictures!! Morgan and her bed buddy is a hoot.
Dylan was reading over my shoulder about Stefanie telling you it was all pretend and he said of course she was there with you cause she is your little angel. Thank you for sharing your journal and I have to say that it brought tears to my eyes. Just know that we all have you in our prayers.
Oh I hate the Dinosaur ride, but some little guy was promised by his mama and "Fishy" (his grandmother) that Aunty would ride it with him. Sadly I did not get a vote as it was decided before I arrived. I know exactly how Stefanie felt riding for the ones she loved!
That is a cherished memory that will never be taken away from you!! Thank You again for sharing your Magic Moments with us!
I loved all the pictures of the animals and the pathetic picture of Morgan and her demolished poncho made me laugh. She is a doll.
Stefanie is forever a part of you...missing her everyday is totally natural.
Great pictures of the Gibbons!
The flower arrangement was just beautiful!
I know that that was a hard moment for you riding Dinosaur thinking of Stefanie.
I love the photo of Morgan in bed with the Mickey balloon. What a vacation she's having.
Even I have "Stefanie" moments-- had a couple at Disneyland 2 weeks ago-- and I only met her briefly. I'm sure nearly everything you do reminds you in some way of your sweet girl. I always remember her being glad that the dinos are dead, and can just hear her say it in her no-nonsense way.
I have only been on the Dinosaur ride once and hated it. I don't plan on going on it ever again even though it's "just pretend".
The last time we were at AK the gibons were hysterical. We spent lots of time watching them and laughing.
Morgan's poncho was so funny and her face was priceless. I hope you were able to get her another one. The Mickey balloon was great and the flower arrangement was just beautiful.
Thank you for sharing that special part of your journal. I know that it had to be so difficult for you and Luke missing your very special princess but I know she was with you every step of the way.
It took me quite a while, but I finally got all caught up again. You seem to be having quite a lot of fun on this trip, mixed with moments of sadness. Reading your TR made me realize that David and I have never been down the trail that the gorillas are on. We've only been down the one with the tigers. Those are two different trails, right? I'm not crazy. Anyway, we're going to make a point to explore the other one!
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