Wait... are you wondering where the the Universal Studios pictures are???? Well, there are none. We began our day there... but ended it at an urgent care center. Why??? Because we have a toddler... :) So, the story goes like this. We were in line for the Back Lot Tram Ride. Parker gets bored and starts annoying everyone in line. (Might I mention, this is a very long line, and its a very hot day, of and the smarties down at Universal only have two blasted trams running.) So, like a good Mom, I take my toddler's hands and am walking him in the line, to prevent him from pushing and pulling at others. Well,the bored toddler decides it would be fun to pick up his feet and swing as Mom is holding his hands. At that same time, my niece catches his attention from behind us... so now my toddler is swinging and twisting at the same time. Then, the toddler, is crying and holding his arm. So, being a good Mommy, I kiss it better, and tell him to be tough, and we get on the ride. There was my mistake. He cried and screamed the entire ride. Every bump and turn. He was holding his wrist, so I figured he had twisted it or something. I was half embarrassed because my kid is screaming and annoying everyone, and I am half sacred to death because I had never seen my kid act this way. Oh and did I mention this ride is 35minutes long... oh, and sorry to all of you Desperate Housewives fans... they were taping as my toddler screamed through the set :) In summary, at the end of 35 minutes, I know that something major is wrong with my kid, and I have no idea what Universal has on the tram ride.
The medical lady at Universal wrapped Parker's wrist. That is where he was babying...
Just looking at these pics, brings back the tears. I had never seen him hold so still. He was so miserable, and I felt miserable.
After a few x-rays, more screaming, we discovered that his wrist was fine, but he had dislocated his elbow. So, with all the strength we could muster as parents, we held our screaming, terrified child as the doctor popped his elbow back into place. Despite the stress this caused, Parker gave us one fond memory... just ask him what happened to his arm. He'll tell you, " The monkey did it." He says that because he was swinging when the injury occurred. It still makes us laugh. However, this was not a good Mom day for me, nor a good nurse day. I felt like crap. However, we were blessed at were able to get it fixed, and the rest of the trip went well.
Touching things in the tide pool.
Watching a show...
Parker- Our Peter Pan
Parker and Brylee posing with Cinderella.
Hanging out at the San Diego Zoo.
Feeding the goats. This would have entertained him all day!
The Panda. They actually have a line to wait in to get into this exhibit. It was Crazy!
The medical lady at Universal wrapped Parker's wrist. That is where he was babying...
Just looking at these pics, brings back the tears. I had never seen him hold so still. He was so miserable, and I felt miserable.
After a few x-rays, more screaming, we discovered that his wrist was fine, but he had dislocated his elbow. So, with all the strength we could muster as parents, we held our screaming, terrified child as the doctor popped his elbow back into place. Despite the stress this caused, Parker gave us one fond memory... just ask him what happened to his arm. He'll tell you, " The monkey did it." He says that because he was swinging when the injury occurred. It still makes us laugh. However, this was not a good Mom day for me, nor a good nurse day. I felt like crap. However, we were blessed at were able to get it fixed, and the rest of the trip went well.
For those who stalk characters... California Adventure is the place... the gates open at 9, but the park is not up and running until 10am. Prime picture time. We saw all the biggies... Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Chip and Dale, and Pluto. Talk about a time saver.
Parker's obsession... Wall-e. He was so preoccupied with looking at him, this was the best pic I could get. My niece, Aubrey is in the background. She was not big on the characters, even those made of wood.
Yes... I know that doing this is white trash! But who freakin cares. I am not paying 25 bucks for a picture that is half weirdos, and the other half unknowns... I will stick with the cheap route. My own camera. :)
Parker posing with Goofy. He was so excited to see him. My sister made a autograph book for my niece and Parker. They had a lot of success getting signatures. After Goofy signed Parker's book, he kissed it. From then on all the characters had to kiss their page in the book before he would walk away from them. It was adorable to me, his mom, but I am sure we annoyed a ton of people!
Ok, this picture represents a Disneyland first for me. First, my family and I got completely drenched on Splash Mountain. Considering my past visits, I expected a few splashes, a few sprays, thats no problem. But, we were soaked, completely through. Then, the ride broke down. So, we were sitting there, freezing! After about 20 or so minutes, they came and evacuated us. We had to get out of the boats, and walk down the paths you see on the side of the ride. Lucky for us, we had already done the big hill! They led us to the back side of the ride, back where all the secret Disney stuff is... ok not really, but we did see the back lot. :) It was a memorable ride to say the least.
My Dad, and siblings. Yes, though I am the oldest, and wisest, I am and will forever be the shortest.
Parker playing in the sand. Like a good mom should, I packed him a swim suit and swim shoes... however, when he saw the ocean... he took off running towards the water... and in true comical fashion, was face planted by a wave before we could get to him. Therefore, we bagged the swimsuit, and let him at it.
She appears a little frightened... I bet Parker was after her.
