Hong Kong Disneyland

Here are some photos from our weekend trip to Disneyland Hong Kong. We planned this vacation around Torah's second birthday, and I was so excited to photograph her at Disneyland in all her toddler glory. However, every time I pulled out the camera she made a grumpy face, turned away, or took the opportunity to run away! (You might notice this in the photos) She also refused to wear her cute Minnie Mouse headband. But that's okay, because even though I didn't really capture it on camera, she had a great time. Both of the girls had so much fun on the rides and the only part they didn't enjoy was waiting in lines. We were happy that the park wasn't very crowded and our longest wait was only 30 minutes. Both of the girls had the same two favorite rides, the Mad Hatter Tea Cups, and the Carousel. Right before the park closed there was no line at at all for the Tea Cups, so we went on it four times in a row before Addy finally said she had enough. (Which was good because I was feeling motion sick by this point!) I think Torah would have been happy to stay on that ride all night long!

This was our first time leaving the Philippines since moving to Manila. It was so nice to have a break from the heat, humidity, pollution, and crazy traffic. The temperature in Hong Kong was the low 70's and if felt wonderful! The girls have definitely acclimatized to the Philippines because they were actually a little cold and we wished we brought them warmer clothing. Addy was adamant about wearing her Cinderella dress so we just put in on over her clothes.

Addy happy to pose for a picture while Torah takes off with the stroller!

Santa Elena Fun Farm

Last week went to the Santa Elena Fun Farm with some friends. I was a little concerned about driving myself because the farm is located about 40 kilometers away.  I was worried it would take hours to get there and the roads would be crazy.  We were happy the drive was easy, because most of it was on an empty toll highway. The farm was very beautiful and charming. We were the only people there for most of the time. The staff were all so nice and attentive. They let the kids feed the animals, ride the horses or be pulled by the carabao as long as they wanted. Addy loved riding the horse and Torah didn't want to get out of the tire swing.

Caterpillars on strange looking tree roots.

Addy wondering what she's looking at...

Exploring Manila

These kids were so cute. I snapped their photo as they walked past and they were so excited that a few minutes later they returned with friends and asked for more pictures.

Our first ride in a pedicab.

Addy with a cool drum we found in one of the little junk shops.