Jim’s Attic: The Park Princess Problem

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Disney Historian Jim Korkis goes up into his imaginary attic to rummage around his archives and often stumbles across an unusual story about Walt Disney World. Those who have met me know that I take real joy in talking about Walt Disney. My nieces have grown too old for the Disney Princess merchandise and my … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: The Park Princess Problem"
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Disney introduces Princess-inspired quinceañera dresses and offers celebrations at theme parks

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Following the popularity of wedding dresses inspired by the Disney Princesses, a new collection of special-occasion gowns that hint at royalty has been developed for girls celebrating their 15th birthdays. The Disney Royal Ball Quinceañera Dress Collection debuted this week from Disney Consumer Products and Ashdon Inc. Similar to a “Sweet 16,” a quinceañera is … Continue reading "Disney introduces Princess-inspired quinceañera dresses and offers celebrations at theme parks"
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New D-Tech Me Disney dolls may not be for everyone

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Almost exactly a year ago, I wrote about a friend and fellow Walt Disney World passholder who was invited to test a new merchandise concept. The invitations were sent to a limited number of families with girls 3 to 16 years old, and during their sessions they helped determine how the new D-Tech Me customized … Continue reading "New D-Tech Me Disney dolls may not be for everyone"
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Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World

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Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway star in “The Princess Diaries” and “The Princess Diaries: Royal Engagement.” The first National Princess Week begins tomorrow, April 22, and its founders want to invite children “to celebrate the sparkle and wonder of every princess — real, aspiring or imagined.” Academy Award-winning actress, singer and best-selling children’s book author … Continue reading "Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World"
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Special Preview Princess and the Frog – Zeigfeld Theatre

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The Princess & The Frog – Special Preview in New York City’s Zeigfeld Theatre By Guest Blogger Michele Q. Lindsay I like to call it “The Connecticut Connection”. Snow White, Walt Disney’s first princess, was voiced and sung by Bridgeport, Connecticut native Adriana Caselotti. Anika Noni Rose of Bloomfield, CT is the first actress since … Continue reading "Special Preview Princess and the Frog – Zeigfeld Theatre"
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Why Belle?

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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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