In a world without COVID-19, families would typically be gearing up for spring break trips to Disneyland or Disney World, two popular destinations this time of year. However, with the global pandemic and the ensuing social distancing measures, both parks are closed indefinitely, leaving many children disappointed. One family, however, found a way to recreate the enchanting experience of Disney right in their own home.
When the Johnson family had to cancel their long-awaited trip to Disney World due to the coronavirus outbreak, they decided to transform their home into a magical Disney experience for their kids, Lily, 9, and Jake, 5. “They had been dreaming about this trip for months, so I knew they’d be heartbroken,” said mom, Sarah Johnson. “I had to come up with something special to cheer them up.”
To bring the magic home, Sarah and her husband set up a full Disney-themed day for their children. “We knew they would enjoy being creative, so we thought, why not make it a family event?” she added.
Sarah shared on social media, “Today was supposed to be our first day at the parks as a family, so we surprised our kids with a Disney adventure at home!” To make the day even more special, their cousin joined the festivities via video call for a virtual princess parade.
The Johnsons got creative in their backyard, constructing replicas of their favorite rides like a “Splash Mountain” water slide using a bucket of water and a swing set that doubled as a “Magic Carpet” ride. With some help from their grandmother, they crafted a slinky dog cutout that served as the “Toy Story” roller coaster. Indoors, they transformed their living room into “Space Mountain” and “It’s a Small World.”
For meals, they dined on Disney-inspired treats, beginning their day with a breakfast featuring Chef Mickey and ending with an elegant princess dinner. Sarah even dusted off her Belle dress from Beauty and the Beast to add flair to the evening.
No Disney day would be complete without a spectacular fireworks display. The family turned their living room into Main Street, USA, and enjoyed a dazzling show.
Following the announcements in early March that both Disneyland and Disney World would close due to the pandemic, the Johnsons remain hopeful about rescheduling their trip in the future. “This is bringing joy to so many families,” Sarah noted, reflecting on their special day. If you’re interested in similar creative family ideas, check out this related blog post on home insemination kit. For authoritative resources on the topic, consider visiting intracervicalinsemination.com and news-medical.net.
In summary, Sarah and her family turned a disappointing situation into a memorable experience by recreating their Disney trip at home, proving that with a little creativity, magic can happen anywhere.