is to take some time away from the real world and go ride some of Jonas' favorite rides.
The first time without our little buddy felt a little weird and for me a little magic was lost in the most magical place. Don't get me wrong, we had a great time. But we sure missed our Jonas. The only other place that I could be, where everywhere I look reminds me of him, would be our old home. I am so ashamed because the first day we were in Disneyland was the 5th month mark for Jonas' passing and I didn't even remember until the next day. We bought a Peter Pan pin for him and Whit wore it during the whole trip. We told Maggie about all the times Jonas' rode this or that ride. Riding Peter Pan was the hardest for me. All the memories of holding him and feeling his excitement and thrill while on it came rushing back. Maggie should have been on her dad's lap and Jonas should have been on mine. But like I said...it was the best way for us to grieve. Healthy really. Since his passing, it has felt like life is moving too fast, so to stop, sit back, cry, be sad, be happy, to talk and think all about him was needed. 
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I would say that's very healthy- a good break from everyday life to grieve and remember and celebrate Jonas. I love the last picture of Maggie, so darling!
We thought about you guys all week...so glad it was such a good experience!! Hope you're ready for the next big trip!!
No need to feel ashamed for forgetting the 5th month mark. I bet Jonas was looking down on you guys smiling so much that you all went to Disney and were thinking of him the whole time. I am so glad you got to do that. It sounds like it was much needed. Maggie is getting so big!!! I hope you all are doing well :)
We hope that you had a great time! Maggie looks pretty happy to be there! How fun! We LOVE you.
We also went to Disneyland after Charlotte passed away. Just what we needed. We went to the Cemetery on Easter and put plastic eggs on our girl's graves, and left one for Jonas and our friend Ava. Then Ella decided to transport a bunch of them from Charlotte and Lily to Jonas.
Linds,
I was so happy to see you guys in Disneyland once again, but I'm sure you were missing Jonas more than you can express. I don't think I will ever see another Disney character again, or visit Disneyland, without thinking of Jonas. It is his place.
Sure love you guys! Ash Richards
that picture of maggie with her mickey hat is priceless. I'm glad that you were able to get away and have some time to sit back and think of jonas. You guys are amazing. never forget that :)
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