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A Marvel-ous Deal?

September 9, 2009 by Mike Scopa

OK, so the news last week centered on the acquisition of Marvel comics by the Disney Company for a cool $4 billion. It took many people by surprise, including yours truly. I knew how I felt about the deal but I wanted to know what others felt. First I wanted to know what the Marvel … Continue reading "A Marvel-ous Deal?"

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Remembering Walter Cronkite

July 29, 2009 by Mike Scopa

I’m going to miss Walter Cronkite. When I heard about the passing of Walter Cronkite I began reflecting on his partnership with the Walt Disney Company. Many of you reading this may know of the “One Man’s Dream” exhibit at Disney’s Hollywood Studios but did you know that prior to EPCOT’s opening in 1982 that … Continue reading "Remembering Walter Cronkite"

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Mindful Thoughts: Part II

June 28, 2009 by Mike Scopa

Continuing with some insights from a recent trip to WDW… (In cast you missed Part 1) Toy Story Midway Mania continues to be the hottest attraction in Walt Disney World. I waited for at least 75 minutes for this attraction, and yet right afterwards I was able to walk right on The Twilight Zone Tower … Continue reading "Mindful Thoughts: Part II"

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Mindful Thoughts: Part I

June 15, 2009 by Mike Scopa

On a recent trip to Orlando a few thoughts followed me home and I’d like to share these thoughts with you. First, despite the fact that the Year of a Million Dreams has come and gone, there are still some magical things happening in the Walt Disney World theme parks. Last week I had a … Continue reading "Mindful Thoughts: Part I"

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Announcing the AllEars Running Team

April 10, 2009 by Mike Scopa

We are pleased, honored, and excited to announce the formation of the AllEars® Running Team. This team will be co-captained by AllEars® feature writer Michelle Scribner and yours truly who together have combined to participate in over a dozen Walt Disney World sponsored races including four half-marathons. Our Goals So what is the goal for … Continue reading "Announcing the AllEars Running Team"

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Why Belle?

March 13, 2009 by Mike Scopa

For those of you who know me well”¦and you know who you are”¦you are probably aware that I have an unbelievable crush on a certain Disney princess. I get kidded about it a lot”¦and I mean A LOT. What amazes me is that although I get kidded by tens”¦no hundreds of my friends I have … Continue reading "Why Belle?"

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MouseFest 2008 — The Homestretch

January 27, 2009 by Mike Scopa

Day 4 – Saturday Saturday was an early call. I got up early and met Michelle at the 50’s pool and we headed off to the Yacht and Beach Club. I know she’s going to give me a “look” when she reads this but I need to say here and now how much I appreciated … Continue reading "MouseFest 2008 — The Homestretch"

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MouseFest: Looking Back — Wed. thru Fri.

January 17, 2009 by Mike Scopa

By now most of the trip reports have been written, most of the colds have passed (I hope), but the memories still linger from just an extraordinary MouseFest 2008. I thought about delivering a blow-by-blow description of how my MouseFest 2008 experience went but it would take forever for me to bring you each and … Continue reading "MouseFest: Looking Back — Wed. thru Fri."

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A Reluctant Request for “The Reluctant Runner”

January 3, 2009 by Mike Scopa

I know I’ve been late with my recap of my Mousefest adventures and I promise to get on the stick and tell you about them this week. While i continue to gather my Mousefest notes please let me discuss a more important matter with you. I’m sure this blog entry will get me in trouble….so … Continue reading "A Reluctant Request for “The Reluctant Runner”"

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Mike’s Mousefest 2008 Chronicles: Day 1

December 12, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Well the day started real early…like 1:58 A.M. The overnight attempt to get some sleep was eerily familiar to the difficulty one has trying to sleep before doing the Walt Disney World Half-Marathon. At least today I didn’t have to run 13.1 miles. I got to my airport around 4:30 and took off with fellow … Continue reading "Mike’s Mousefest 2008 Chronicles: Day 1"

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