The happiest place on Earth - no more needs to be said - this could possibly be the shortest blog post yet!
The day started early once again with us having shuttles to Disneyland at 9 and 9.30am, thus an 8.15am wakeup to allow time for breakfast. Once there we obtained our tickets and went for it - under the proviso that they always stayed in groups of 2 or more, and that we would check in at 2pm and 8pm.
Disneyland, for those who've never been lucky enough to go, is a fantastic experience, and here in LA that experience is shared with the California Adventure Park as well. Highlights for the day include the fun many had in groups (I've put a few photos taken and one we bought onto this blog), rides on Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear, Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean, the Jungle Cruise (yes, the jokes from the boat driver were worse than mine), the many times we went together on the Hollywood Tower Hotel ride, California Soaring and California Screaming just to name a few. Our men struggling with sickness all braved the day and enjoyed the warmth of the sunshine (quite a contrast to the cold we had experienced on the East Coast) and the fresh air.
We finished the day as a group watching the light and water show at the Adventure Park before boarding the hotel shuttle back for an early night - around 9pm. This gave us all a chance to do the final packing of bags and get an earlier night than many have been - 2 nights in a row in bed on the same day I got up is certainly a record.
With only one more blog post to go at LA Airport tomorrow night, I'm starting to feel a bit sad about the trip ending and not being able to say good morning to so many beautiful young men - they have been absolutely fabulous to travel with.
Our heroes to thank tonight include:
My two sons, Michael and Lachlan, who have been outstanding help in so many ways - Michael coaching the Junior Varsity team and Lachlan the Varsity boys, both in conjunction with me, driving, packing luggage, helping out the boys on the tour and making them feel looked after and welcome, and so many other things including many of the ideas of events we took part in - thanks sons!
Maud and Kenny Georgetown and Stephanie Button - our three other adults who have helped out so much too - washing, ironing, especially helping the younger indigenous boys, so many 'behind the scenes' things - your help has been fabulous, thanks.
And lastly to my good friend and tour manager Scott Stanford - words cannot describe the level of help and support Scott has given not only me but everyone on the tour. He has been a fabulous ear to listen to ideas and thoughts, has born the brunt of some of my frustrations, and keeps on bouncing back and smiling! I could not have asked for a better person to help with this tour - stand tall and proud Scott - all of us on this tour salute and thank you, and I especially thank you from the bottom of my heart!
One more day in the US - another pretty full one - here we come.
A Commendable effort by all! There's always so much going on behind the scenes with a trip like this.It has certainly resulted in a fantastic time for everyone.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
Christine