Olivia, Morgan, Taylor & Jordan
The Newcomb Family having a blast at their first GE!
Starlight families could have used the help of Lightening McQueen this past Saturday afternoon, trying to maneuver the detours in downtown Richmond due to a runner’s marathon. The weather was much warmer than expected, making the new Starlight shirts a perfect gift, especially for those who’d prepared for the ice with wool sweaters. Before Disney on ice began we visited the Disney museum. The dresses of each princess were on display and we were greeted by Cinderella, whom some of us were already well acquainted with from the Knights and Princesses party last month. The familiar faces of Mickey and Minnie Mouse opened the spectacular show. Joshua Lemack enjoyed his hot dog and his eyes followed Mickey and Minnie mouse’s little red car around the stage as they waved to us all. Every member of the Marriot family kept their eyes glued on the performance as the ice rink was soon transformed into Radiator Springs and occupied by another red car, Lightening McQueen. Other featured characters from CARS included, Mater “ as in tuh-mater without the tuh,” Sally, the blue Porsche lawyer that assigns Lightening McQueen community service, Ramone, the smart low-rider who changes his paint job every morning, and Flo, owner of Flo’s V8 Café. We imagined the ice melting as we plunged beneath the surface of the sea and embarked on adventures with Ariel, Flounder, and Sebastian. We were all enthralled with the bright colors and melodic voices of Ariel and the sea creatures. But nothing was quite as interesting as our journey into the jungle for the Lion King portion of the show, filled with men in tights. The safari scene was set with gazelles, cheetahs, Simba, Pumba, and everyone’s favorite wise baboon with a walking stick, Rafiki, standing on Pride Rock. Last but not least we worked with Tinker Bell and the other Tinkers to help bring spring to the world. The finale to the show included a magically flying Tinker Bell, blooming pastel flowers, butterflies, and a great circle of dancing fairies. Family members of every age left having truly experienced the magic and excitement of Disney on Ice and many families took home keepsakes such a flounder snow cone cups, Ariel magic wands, and purple petal fairy hats. It was a night to remember forever.
