Ariel, The Little Mermaid, at Magic Kingdom in Ariel's Grotto

The wait was a long one to meet Luke's other favorite redhead, Ariel. The best part was that there were sprinklers for the kids to run around in, while parents held autograph books and pins.

Suzy, Perla and The Fairy Godmother at Magic Kingdom (CRT, dinner)

Cinderella's Royal Table is the "hot ticket" in WDW, but we walked up on a hot day during a shift change and we were given a reservation without planning ahead. A major "what not to do," but is WAS St. Patrick's Day. The boys really liked the show provided by the Fairy Godmother, who promised she'd look out of everyone there, and the mice were friendly, without touching the food.

Rhino, without his rollerball, from Bolt, at Animation Courtyard, at Hollywood Studios.

"Let it begin," yells Rhino. Not here, but in general. Rhino was so excited to meet HIS #1 fan, he took back our autograph book and in a special message. Rhino also enjoyed playing his own app on the iPhone. Rumor has it that Mittens did not test well, and now that the movie has moved into DVD territory, they will all probably be harder to find. On our next trip, the Up characters were in this space.

The Incredibles at Animation Courtyard, Hollywood Studios

Mr. & Mrs. Incredible have been at Animation Courtyard on our last 2 visits. Sometimes, Frozone is with them. Sometimes he alternates. I feel bad when the line thins as he steps up, but if you linger towards the end of his set, The Incredibles are not more than 20-30 minutes away.

Seagulls from Finding Nemo @ Epcot

The seagulls are interactive, although I'm not sure what sets them off. Guess what they say? "Mine. Mine. Mine." They must be 3 as well.

Snow White in the Germany area at Epcot

Snow White is a favorite. The fair-skinned brunette who runs off from the castle and finds herself caring for a brood of small men with some pretty distinct quirky characteristics? Hmmm....When does the long nap part of my fairy tale start? She was in the Germany area, with a short line, and rumor has it sometimes Dopey joins her. Take THAT 180 day window to book the princess breakfast.

Jessie from Toy Story 2 at Magic Kingdom

Jessie went to dance with Liam at this mini-parade in Frontierland in March 2008. Liam had just come from his first haircut, and the ladies seemed to love his new look.