In a heartwarming twist at the Magic Kingdom, siblings 10-year-old Noah and 12-year-old Mia received a delightful surprise during their first encounter with none other than Mickey Mouse. The two have been living with their foster parents, Lisa and Jake Anderson, for the past three years, and when the Andersons discovered they could officially adopt Noah and Mia, Lisa wanted to make the announcement truly special.
“They had no idea what was coming,” Lisa shared. “I chose Disney because they had never been, and I really wanted to create a memorable experience. Sometimes my grand plans work out, and this one definitely did!”
The family planned a trip to Florida not just to visit Disney World, but also to attend a Star Wars convention. Lisa devised a clever plan for Mickey Mouse to reveal the adoption date by holding up a sign during their meet and greet. When Lisa posted about her custom celebration pins online, Disney took note and offered their assistance to ensure everything went smoothly.
Getting the sign into the park without Noah and Mia noticing was no small feat. “I thought it would add an extra sprinkle of magic to the announcement,” she explained. With the help of her husband, Jake, they carefully hid the sign in a backpack, making sure it wouldn’t get damaged.
As they met Mickey, the kids were all smiles, laughing and enjoying a card trick with him. Just when they thought the fun was winding down, a cast member chimed in with, “I have something special for you!” and unveiled the sign displaying their adoption date. Tears flowed as the joyful realization hit everyone, including the photographer.
The excitement didn’t stop there. “The rest of the trip was absolutely amazing!” Lisa exclaimed. “After the big reveal, Mia got to meet her favorite princess, Cinderella. We were there for 15 and a half hours, cramming in as much magic as possible!”
Lisa is thrilled that her children will carry this unforgettable memory with them and hopes that sharing their story will shed a positive light on foster care. “I want people to see the good in fostering and inspire others to consider becoming foster parents or to help grant a wish for a child in need,” she added.
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In conclusion, the Anderson family’s magical day at Disney serves as a testament to the joy and love that can come from adoption, making it a moment they will treasure forever.