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By Janine

The Most Magical 9th Birthday

Filed Under: Birthdays, BLOG, Emma, Kids Posts Tagged With: 9th Birthday for My Oldest, 9th Birthday Questions, Disney Vacation Recap

Our oldest turned nine a few days into our summer Disney vacation back on July 17th.

MCO Airport Walt Disney World Resort Sign

It was a whirlwind. I mean who wouldn’t want to celebrate a birthday in Disney.

Walt Disney Magic Kingdom Happily Ever Fireworks and Illuminations in front of Cinderella Castle

See there are two types of people. Those who love Disney and those who don’t.

My husband, my kids and myself all are in the in love Disney category. So eight days and seven nights at Disney World wasn’t too hard on any of us. It was the summer of magical fun and happiness for those days and nights for all of us.

Disney World Magic Kingdom Cinderella Caste Summer 2018

Plus the first time, any of us had an actual birthday in Disney.

Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios Magic Mickey

The trip was fantastic as always. However, the flight home was not. We flew out in a storm. Also, followed storms all the way up the east coast. Plus, almost couldn’t land at JFK in NYC, because of thunderstorms.

Hanging out in front of Mad Tea Party

That was late Sunday evening mid-July. The week after was a blur for me. See I also had been battling illness since June. I was even on antibiotics for a bit with a bacterial infection. Even during our Disney World trip, I was still coughing and run down. So, that week back I thought I was relapsing.

Thankfully, I seem to be on the mend finally. My cough is also gone finally. Therefore, it is time to overshare for my girl’s 9th birthday.

On Mad Tea Party at Walt Disney Magic Kingdom Fantasy Land

Again her actual 9th birthday was spent at the most magical and happiest place on Earth—Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.

Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle Side Shot

Not only did she get to have her actual birthday at Disney from start to finish, but she also got to get a makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.

Princess Belle from Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

Plus, she also dined at Cinderella’s Royal Table. This restaurant is inside Cinderella’s Castle.

Cinderella's Royal Table in Disney World

She shared her Princess Belle Makeover and Cinderella dining experience with our immediate family, as well as her cousins, Aunt, and Uncle.

It was truly magical! And never too late! Happy 9th Birthday finally with this recap here. Click to Tweet

A bonus was watching the fireworks before the evening was all said and done in The Magic Kingdom.

Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle Fireworks

During her birthday week, she got to visit Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land

The rain didn’t stop us as ponchos saved the day! So, she got to ride Slinky Dog Dash for the very first time.

Toy Story Land Slinky Dog Dash

Then, we all rode Alien Swirling Saucers, as well.

Walt Disney Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land Alien Swirling Saucers Ride

Next, we ate at Woody’s Lunch Box for a quick snack treat.

Walt Disney Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land Woody's Lunch Box Sign

Plus, Slinky Dog Ears were bought before this Toy Story Land adventure was over!

Walt Disney World Toy Story Land Slinky Dog Ears

Weeks back though, I finally sat down to get her annual birthday survey answers.

Walt Disney World Polynesian Resort Tokelau Sign

So without further ado, read on to find out her answers at nine years old.

My Oldest’s Favorites at 9 Years Old

1. Favorite Color: Pink (still)

Right out of the gate on the very first question, her answer didn’t change. She still adores the color pink. Whenever possible, she chooses pink for clothes, accessories and more. So, I should have realized this.

Pink Hair from Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

2. Favorite Movie: Beauty and the Beast (The Live Action Movie)

She made sure to clarify that her movie choice was the live action and not the cartoon. See she adores Emma Watson as Belle. So, this was also not a real surprise to me. Plus, she decided to dress up for the first time at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique as Belle, because of this.

Dressed as Disney Belle

3. Favorite TV Show: Bunk’d 

No longer is my girl into Disney Junior or cartoons. Therefore, she has been watching The Disney Channel or The Disney XD Channel with more of the tween shows. Bunk’d is the clear winner right now for this reason.

4. Favorite Book: Dork Diaries Series

This one hasn’t changed as she spent the last school year reading and re-reading multiple books in this series. See these books are tops to her. So, she has enjoyed reading this series over and over.

Dork Diaries Open Book

5. Favorite Song: “Belle” from the Beauty and the Beast Motion Picture Soundtrack

I had to hear the song to remind myself after she answered this question.

Modeling in Walt Disney Epcot World Showcase in France

Side note—All the times we have been to Walt Disney World’s Epcot, we have somehow missed out on meeting Belle in France at the World Showcase. Well this time, the girls finally got it right!

Epcot Photo with Belle in France

Not only does she love the movie, but she is a huge fan of streaming the soundtrack on our iMusic account.

6. Favorite Drink: Water (Still!)

What can I say? She is still my healthy girl through and through. Still don’t get me wrong, she wouldn’t pass up a glass of lemonade or sweet frozen slushie drink or even a pink colored drink!

Drinking Secret Birthday Slushies in Front of Club Cool in Walt Disney World Epcot

7. Favorite Thing She Likes to Do: Play with Her Sister

Yes, this one damn near melted my mom’s heart. I know my girls are close in age at only a year apart and play together more often than not.

Walt Disney World Epcot DVC After Hours Event Meet and Greet with Frozen Elsa and Olaf in Norway

But still, I love knowing that they like being together and are that close.

Two Belles at Walt Disney World 2018

8. Favorite Thing To Eat: Watermelon (Still!)

I know my girl loves fruit, specifically watermelon. But I don’t always see her eat it. However, when push comes to shove this is the one thing she seems to tell me that she loves to eat, even if it is a flavored watermelon drink!

Pink Drink from Raglan Road in Downtown Disney

9. Favorite Animal: Dogs (Another one didn’t change)

Thank god! Because we still very much have our 4-year-old golden retriever, Elsa here. Even though both my girls would love to add a small dog to our home. They do love Elsa, too.

Emma and Elsa Hugging

10. Favorite Thing to Wear: JoJo Siwa Unicorn Bow with Initial

Both my girls love the JoJo Siwa bows. They pretty much wear them daily. It was for this reason that when a school picture would get posted online that I could always spot my kid!

Girls in front of Tree at Epcot in Norway

11. Favorite Job When She Grows Up: Ballerina

This one stumped me as she only takes on dance class. See she took Hip Hop and Acro in the past. And plans on retaking Acro this fall. But where she got Ballerina from I was stumped.

Walt Disney World Epcot Race Car Drivers Mickey and Goofy DVC After Hours Special Event

That was until she told me that if Barbie could be one, so could she!

Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom New Fantasy Land Dumbo

There you have it. All my girl’s answers at nine years old.

Walt Disney World Epcot DVC After Hours Event Hugging Olaf in Norway Pavillion

**Linking up today with Kenya and Kristi for this week’s Finish the Sentence Friday (FTSF). The sentence this week is as follows: “It was the summer of…”

Happy (belated) Birthday to my nine-year-old!

Stay tuned for next year she is turning double digits!

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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  1. Meredith Spidel says

    August 3, 2018 at 8:07 am

    Ah! What a wonderful, special trip! Love all these photos and happy birthday to your sweetie!

    • Janine says

      August 3, 2018 at 8:10 am

      Aw, thank you, Meredith, and really was a very special trip indeed šŸ™‚

  2. Dara says

    August 3, 2018 at 8:53 am

    Loving all the pictures! (although your new feature where the video pops up over the photos make them a little harder to view!) What was the after hours thing you did? I love the Mickey and Goofy with the Test Track (?) signs! Happy Birthday to Emma!

    • Janine says

      August 3, 2018 at 8:56 am

      Thanks, Dara!! The video feature honestly just helps pay the bill with my ad company. But do appreciate the feedback here as I am still tinkering with it. The after hours at Epcot was through DVC and was a free event for members. Mickey and Goofy at Test Track was a part of the Epcot After Hours characters available to meet and greets. We also did an after hours the first night at the Magic Kingdom that was a paid event, which was even better. Because it was a ticketed and paid event there were very little crowds. We literally walked on so many rides and had the Emporium and other shops to ourselves to shop, too.

  3. Seana Turner says

    August 3, 2018 at 9:11 am

    Looks like a wonderful trip and a perfect 9th birthday celebration. The girls are looking so much older, I can’t believe it. Sorry that you were battling an illness… that makes it harder to have fun. Rest a bit more!! (My husband flies all the time and has been through many a storm this summer – never any fun…)

    • Janine says

      August 3, 2018 at 9:30 am

      Thanks, Seana. As for my girls, they are growing up so quickly here. I can also hardly believe it! I agree never any fun flying in storms in the summer at all!

  4. William Holland says

    August 3, 2018 at 9:46 am

    Not a bad way to spend a birthday! šŸ™‚ Your girls are pretty darned lucky to have the parents they have.

    Happy Friday, Janine! Enjoy your weekend!

    • Janine says

      August 3, 2018 at 9:47 am

      Aw, thanks, Bill! And definitely, my favorite way to spend a birthday! Happy Friday and weekend now, too Bill šŸ™‚

  5. Kristi Campbell says

    August 3, 2018 at 6:47 pm

    What a wonderful trip. A birthday at Disney sounds magical (and also OMG how can our babies be NINE!?!?!). The girls are adorable both with the makeovers and without. Sounds magical (also Tucker’s favorite drink is water too although lemonade is a very close second). Happy happy birthday to your princess! I’m also glad to read that you’re feeling better finally!

    • Janine says

      August 3, 2018 at 6:54 pm

      Aw, I know how can both our kiddos be 9 already?! Seriously, it seems surreal. But love that Tucker loves water and lemonade, too. Sounds like he and Emma would get along famously!! šŸ™‚

  6. Aunt Gloria says

    August 4, 2018 at 12:21 am

    What a wonderful tour of Emma’s trip in Disney! And a lovely tribute to her and her 9th birthday. She really looks like a princess in that beautiful outfit. And so does Lily! I know how much you all love Disney….so glad Emma was able to have her 9th birthday there. I’m off to Rochester Saturday. I won’t be online much so will catch up when I get back. xxoo

    • Janine says

      August 4, 2018 at 8:20 am

      Thanks so much, Aunt Gloria. And wishing you safe travels. Talk when you get back. xoxo

  7. Kenya G. Johnson says

    August 4, 2018 at 8:48 am

    It’s tough to be “down” on vacation. Glad to hear you’re on the mend, I hope you can get some downtime to rest before the school year starts. The pictures of the girls are lovely. The year sure went by fast, it seems like you were just there! I love the different looks of the castle. I always think that’s amazing.

    • Janine says

      August 4, 2018 at 9:02 am

      Thanks, Kenya and I agree so tough to be down on vacation. But I am glad that slowly I am on the mend it seems. As for the castle, I can never quite get enough of the different angles and looks of it. So, I always find myself photographing it each time multiples times, too šŸ™‚

  8. Pat B says

    August 4, 2018 at 1:16 pm

    What a fun vacation for your girls! I’m so sorry that you were not feeling well. What a bummer! I hope you will be feeling much better soon.

    For some reason 10 images didn’t show anything but a little blue question mark. Not sure why.

    • Janine says

      August 4, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks, Pat. And I am not sure. Just checked the post in Chrome Browser and seemed fine to me. I know Safari has been acting for me overall lately after a recent browser update. So, if you are using Safari maybe that might be an issue. Sorry though that you weren’t able to see all the images.

  9. Sarah Balding says

    August 4, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    Awwww….How fun that she got to spend her birthday at Disney! I’m so jealous!! I have never been to Disney, but I hope to someday. ?

    • Janine says

      August 4, 2018 at 9:49 pm

      Thanks Sarah and hope you get to Disney soon, too šŸ™‚

  10. Dana says

    August 6, 2018 at 9:32 pm

    Sounds like your girl had a fabulous birthday! Glad you had a magical time at Disney.

    • Janine says

      August 6, 2018 at 9:58 pm

      Aw, thanks Dana and truly was quite simple magical ?

  11. Tamara says

    August 7, 2018 at 5:55 pm

    Aw.. well all of this is the sweetest! Except, of course, for the flight and you not feeling well. Des just got sick and I had zero idea people got sick in summer but they do!
    I love the way your girls seem to love each other so much. Happy Belated, sweet girl!

    • Janine says

      August 7, 2018 at 8:48 pm

      Thank you so much, Tamara. I seriously am hoping that Des is feeling better. As for summer illness though, I was also shocked as I really didn’t think it was possible to get this sick during the summer months.

  12. Jen says

    August 7, 2018 at 8:01 pm

    Lucky girl! That is pretty magical šŸ™‚ Happy belated birthday wishes to your cutie. Having a nine year old girl is petty fun!

    • Janine says

      August 7, 2018 at 8:48 pm

      Aw, thanks Jen and again about having a 9 year old, too šŸ™‚

  13. Cynthia says

    August 13, 2018 at 11:20 am

    How fun! It sounds like everyone had a great time. I know you’re on the mend, but I hope that you still had lotsa fun while you were there. And how fun to read the birthday girl’s answers for turning 9. I remember when I turned 9, I couldn’t wait to be able to say I was “double digits” hehe. Not that I wanted to rush it, but I was very aware that it was my last “single digit” year. lol.
    Glad you get to go back there, soon, too! Have a wonderful week, sweet friend! xo

    • Janine says

      August 13, 2018 at 11:39 am

      We really did and we cannot wait to go back soon still, too! And I also remember being 9 on the cusp of 10. Very bittersweet and hoping that this year doesn’t go by too quickly for my girl. Again glad you are back and wishing you a great week now, too xoxo <3

  14. Christine Carter says

    August 16, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    Oh, Janine! She is just SO ADORABLE!! And I teared up reading that her favorite thing to do is PLAY WITH HER SISTER! I get why it melted your mama heart. Just WOW. And my gosh those pictures are STUNNING. Some of them don’t even look real- more like a fantasy! Did you take all those shots? My gosh, you are so good.

    I am so glad you guys had such a fantastic time during that long and wonderful stay. From seeing all the fun and reading all about it, I can only imagine how happy this made your entire family. And for a 9-year-old girl to spend her birthday at DISNEY? Now that is a dream come true. Happy belated birthday to that sweet Emma. Your girls are both so precious and beautiful. I’m so happy for you all!

    (Except you being so sick and the difficult trip back. I’m glad you got home safely and you are feeling better, Janine! )

    • Janine says

      August 16, 2018 at 7:10 pm

      Aw, thank you, Chris, and also I take as many pics as I can. Some are taken by Disney Photopass people, which is a service that is included in my annual pass. So they essentially take pics of us and then scan our Magic Bands to add those photos to my account.

  15. Catherine Gacad says

    August 17, 2018 at 10:27 am

    Happy belated birthday to your oldest baby, Janine! And congratulations to you to all the wonderful mothering you are doing. What a gift to enjoy Disney World with her extended family. We took Franco to Disneyland for the first time for his 4th birthday and now he is asking about a Disney Cruise! Ha!

    • Janine says

      August 17, 2018 at 11:17 am

      Thank you so much, Catherine! I love that Franco enjoyed Disneyland and hope he gets his wish for the cruise soon, too now šŸ™‚

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