Is Disney World truly the happiest place on earth? Certainly their “I’m going to Disney World” ad campaign makes it seem that way. The commercials are usually broadcast following the Super Bowl and typically feature an NFL player (usually the game’s MVP) shouting that now iconic phrase while celebrating the team’s victory immediately after the championship game. These commercials have also promoted champions from other sports, and winners of non-sport competitions such as David Cook from American Idol. As if, in that moment, when that person’s biggest dream has come true, the next thing they think is “the cherry on top will be going to Disney World!!”

This year, when I am watching the Super Bowl and I plan to see the Bears QB Jay Cutler saying those very words (Hey, this born and raised Southside Chicago girl is hopeful for a repeat of the SuperBowl Shuffle from the Bears)!  And at the same time, my husband and I will be saying… “We just went to Disney World”.  

The Fisch family plans to test the idea of it being the “happiest place on earth” when we take our two-year-old son for the first time this year.  We are betting that it will be about 60% disaster and 40% fun. In our favor is the fact that my son, Brady, is a Disney freak and knows all of the characters, is a thrill seeker and not afraid of any rides, and that there is tons to do and see to keep him occupied and entertained.  Betting against us is the fact that HE IS 2 (did I mention that?)…he is impatient, stubborn, prone to tantrums, hates waiting in line, refuses to be contained in a stroller and will be having a challenged nap/bedtime schedule.

But all that being said, this Mom is looking forward to experiencing the magic in his face when he sees his beloved characters LIVE in person and getting the chance to feel like a kid again with my husband. Even though I am not famous and have not won anything monumental (yet… come on lottery)…at least I know I will be able to shout “I’m going to Disney World!”