We took the boys to Disneyland for the very first time 2 weeks ago. We had been planning this trip for almost a year and it had been building up in our heads. It did not disappoint one bit! Walking through the gates of Disneyland for the first time with my kids was an overwhelmingly amazing feeling. Darren was so happy (and made a point of telling us). Every time they see the Castle in movies they say "Disneyland" So I knew when we actually went it would be so much more than just a castle that they had no idea.
Braden did great and could tell that he recognized characters, he did not comprehend as much as Darren but we could tell he had a great time too. Both boys did great on all the rides and were not scared of the characters at all.
Tim's parents, Uncle Peter and Ron, Julie, Lily, Emma and Connor even met us for two of the days. Darren might have been more excited to see Lily and Emma than Mickey! I have crazy amounts of pictures and gave up and made a photo book of the trip, but I will post a few of my favorites.
We plan on going back soon :)