While strolling through Downtown Disney last week after tackling Space Mountain, Wito noticed a huge Cars 2 banner hanging from the local theater. As the world’s biggest Cars 2 fan, the child was beside himself. Disneyland Excitement Level: 2. Random Cars 2 Banner Excitement Level: 150. (I’ll never get it.) He just stood there, transfixed, while I impatiently tapped my foot because I desperately wanted to get home after a full day at Disney.
Like many children, Wito is not a fan of getting his photo taken. He squirms or looks down or makes a crazy Jack-Nicholson-in-The-Shining-face or basically anything he can to ruin a photo opp. So excuse my bewilderment when he looked at me earnestly and asked if I would take his photo in front of the banner. Sure, kid.
Wito and the random Cars 2 banner.
We’re exactly one week out from the premiere of the movie, and Wito’s mental status has moved from Total Excitement to Absolute Loss of Daily Focus.
You guys. Little does he know, but earlier this week, he was invited to an advanced screening of the movie. A screening that is happening TOMORROW. TOMORROW WITO WILL SEE CARS 2. He is going to completely lose his mind when he finds out, which I’ve decided will be on the way to the theater. (Squeeeeeeeeee!)
Do you know what it’s been like keeping this secret for the past few days? It’s killing me! I feel like I’ve got some Cars 2 Tourette Syndrome ready to manifest itself at any moment. “Wito, would you like some more OHMYGODMEYOUCARS2MOVIETHISWEEKEND milk?” It’s just very exciting around here right now. In my head, at least. (Thank you, Disney, for the opportunity!)
My (BEST) friends at Disney are also offering a giveaway for your little Cars 2 fans!
A CARS 2 t-shirt (in youth sizes of S, M, L, XL), a CARS 2 set of 3 bumper stickers, a CARS 2 temporary tattoo sheet (2 per winner), and a CARS 2 puzzle. Just leave a comment on this post before June 23rd at 6pm PST and you’ll be entered to win!
I’ll be back to report on the big surprise next week. (Of course, little miss Wita just came down with a 102 fever, so I’m praying Wito stays healthy for the big day.) Have a great weekend, everyone!
Heather
June 20, 2011 at 10:50 amHow Awesome!
Tripple Love your Blog. You’re a joy to read. :)
Becca
June 20, 2011 at 11:31 amWito is going to be so excited! My little guy is over the moon ready to see the movie; he loved the 1st one and I have to admit — it’s one of my all-time favorite movies too! He would be thrilled to win this prize pack, thanks for the chance!
Stephanie
June 20, 2011 at 12:28 pmWe are counting down the days!!! I have two big Cars fans as well!
Sarah
June 20, 2011 at 12:34 pmWow! What an amazing surprise! My little guy would be over the moon if he won this prize pack… thanks for giving us the chance to win!
Misty
June 20, 2011 at 12:51 pmMy little one can’t wait either:) Enjoy!!
Laura
June 20, 2011 at 3:47 pmHow awesome!!!! My boys love Cars so much and I can’t wait to take my oldest!
curlystraight
June 20, 2011 at 6:02 pmIn the words of my 3-year-old girl…
“I’m Lightning and you’re Mader. Go!”
Tara
June 20, 2011 at 7:15 pmI would love the t-shirt for my 3.5 year old son! So lucky on the advanced screening!
Jessica J.
June 20, 2011 at 10:26 pmI’d love to win for my 4 year old nephew! He too is head over heels in love with Cars.
Hope you guys have fun at the advance screening. That is so awesome the suprise you’ve got in store for Wito!
Krista
June 21, 2011 at 9:20 amWow! My 4-year-old has been a Cars fan since before he was 2. We can’t wait to take him to the theater this weekend. Hope Wito has a blast!
diana
June 21, 2011 at 9:58 amoh man, i hope i win this for my boys!!
danielle
June 21, 2011 at 3:00 pmWow! We’d love to win this prize, but more than that…hope to see a pic of Wito’s face when he hears the news!!! Hope you all have the best time ever!!!
cara
June 21, 2011 at 7:46 pmSO cute.
Helloheather
June 22, 2011 at 10:33 amWe would love to win this! This movie is going to be my almost-five-year-old’s first movie theater experience. My husband and I have been big Pixar fans for a long time, and my son adores Lightning McQueen. Really, we are ALL looking forward to seeing this movie!
Lisa
June 22, 2011 at 1:54 pmI know a 4 year old who would probably go for all of that!