Harry Potter World

Riley's dream finally came true! She has wanted to go to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando since it opened. Justin's family had all talked about going but after realizing how much it would cost for our whole family to go, we decided we could not afford it. Justin has promised the girls each a trip with him anywhere they want to go if they save up money to help pay for the trip. Riley has been saving for a year and half to go to Orlando and she managed to earn all her money this spring. Justin surprised me and decided to take me with them. So the other kids stayed with each set of grandmas and grandpas for a few days while we went. We went with Justin's sister, Missy, and my newphew, Dominic. Here are some hightlights in no particular order. It was amazing to see. They did a great job with the atmosphere and rides.

Chocolate frog display at Honeydukes.

Us in front of the castle.

Ollivander's

Drinking butterbeer. It was really good!

Using their new wands.

Riley's pygmy puffs she adopted.

We had lunch at the Three Broomsticks.

The gates at Hogwarts.

Mandrakes

Hog's Head, which really moved and surprised me.

This was Riley when we walked in. I thought something was wrong with her because she was so quiet. I thought she would be talking non stop and pointing out things. She was totally speechless. It was a great moment (not because she was quiet), but that we got to see her while one of her dreams came true. Great moment as a parent!

Haircuts

Probably not a good idea!