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The Imagineers – Doing It Right!

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I am a big fan of the Imagineers! I am constantly awed and impressed by the way they design and build all of those components that make up the Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line ships. Of course, Walt Disney was the first Imagineer . . . even before he invented that job title. Walt … Continue reading "The Imagineers – Doing It Right!"
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Our Disney Christmas Village

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Many years ago my sister began creating a monster. She took a liking to Department 56 "Dickens Village" pieces and each year she gave us a new one as a Christmas gift. The collection grew year by year and soon we had a complete intersection . . . then two . . . so they became part of our Christmas tradition. Each year we put up our Dickens Village for the holidays.
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The Billies — I’m Sure Going To Miss Them

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I was shocked and very disappointed when I read recently on the Disney Parks Blog that Disneyland was “retiring” Billy Hill & the Hillbillies after a very successful 21 year run. The show – and the players in the show – are all being retired after their last performance on Monday, January 6, 2014. Carol … Continue reading "The Billies — I’m Sure Going To Miss Them"
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Disneyland’s Christmas Overlays

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I was pleased when I recently read on the Disney Parks Blog that there will be a special “Christmas Overlay” at The Jungle Cruise. They explained it as follows: Beginning in early November, Jungle Cruise at both Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom Park will temporarily transform into “Jingle Cruise” for the holiday season! In this … Continue reading "Disneyland’s Christmas Overlays"
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People You Meet In Line

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One thing you can count on at Walt Disney World or at Disneyland . . . you will spend plenty of time in lines. The Imagineers do a terrific job designing the queues; they build in plenty of things to grab your attention and keep you occupied while you wait. Think of your time in … Continue reading "People You Meet In Line"
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The Cabins at Fort Wilderness

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If you have read some of my previous blogs, you will know that Carol and I are huge fans of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. We just love spending time there in our RV . . . but I’ve often wondered what it would be like staying in one of the cabins. Carol stayed … Continue reading "The Cabins at Fort Wilderness"
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Fondest Disney Memories

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Whenever I hear the word “Disney” I get a comfy, warm feeling. I have so many memories of wonderful times at the parks that the mere mention of “the D word” evokes a smile. What is the best memory? My fondest memory? Wow – that’s a tough question. It took me quite a while to … Continue reading "Fondest Disney Memories"
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The Disney Room

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Do you have a Disney Room? I think every Disney fan should have one. If you are an obsessive Disney collector, like Carol, a Disney Room is imperative! When Carol and I first started dating she proudly showed me a small cabinet containing her collection of Disney music boxes. They were displayed in a bookcase, about three shelves, with glass doors. Nice! She also showed me her Disney themed Collector Plates and some very nice porcelain Mickey Mouse Figurines.
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It’s All In How You See It

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It’s an odd quirk of human nature that we can all look at exactly the same thing yet we might actually see something totally different. Our experiences and our memories shape our perceptions in some very different ways! Here’s an example – that park bench with the Goofy statue in Magic Kingdom’s Town Square. I … Continue reading "It’s All In How You See It"
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Disney Rituals

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When Carol and I visit Walt Disney World there are plenty of little rituals during the trip, quirky things which add to the fantasy and add to our enjoyment! If we are travelling south in our motor home we are always vigilant, looking to spot our first palm tree – a sign that we are … Continue reading "Disney Rituals"
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