Letter from the
Chief Frog
Hello Travelers and Friends
his June my husband and I took our kids on a one
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day trip to Disney World. Soren, our four and a half
year old son, waited in line for over an hour to meet
Mickey Mouse. Keep in mind that Mickey’s digs are indoors,
air conditioned and they play old-timey movies while you
wait. Still, I couldn’t fathom waiting in long lines with little
kids until I stood in several with my exceptionally patient son
- and he never whined, not once.
Meeting the famous mouse was worth it. Just thinking about
it makes me smile. Soren’s joy was palpable. The reality
of the situation seen through his eyes was magical. His
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patience surprised and astounded me.
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Once again, but in far more ‘trying’ circumstances, we spent
an hour outside under the blazing midday sun, waiting to
meet Winnie the Pooh and Tigger. During this wait Winnie
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and Tigger took four water breaks, our two-year-old napped,
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and Soren gleefully consumed one chocolate covered,
Mickey Mouse -shaped, ice cream. Once again, no whining. I
wondered: does Disney sprinkle its guests with magical pixie
dust that makes them happy under what would normally be
considered stressful circumstances? And if so, where can I
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get some?
arriving in Disney
All this waiting - for parades, shows, characters and rides
- proved the truth behind one of life’s greatest lessons.
The best things in life are worth waiting for, best being - of
course - a very subjective term.
Happy travels,
Julie Arbelaez, Chief Frog
P.S. If you ever need advice on travelling with children feel
free to call. I’ve been all over with mine and am a firm
believer that travel is an extraordinary way to spend time
with your family, despite the many hassles involved.
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