Photo Album – Disney Horticulture

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Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival ended on May 15th but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the fantastic hard work that horticulturists do all year long at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. It’s funny how one notices things like topiaries that are year-round once the show closes. I hope you enjoy this segment of my … Continue reading "Photo Album – Disney Horticulture"
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The Haunted Mansion Comes Alive!

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The hitchhiking ghosts have found new ways to interact and play with you. And today, Imagineers are sharing their stories on how it all came together. Using some of the newest and most innovative technologies, you’re placed at the center of the story right in your “Doom Buggy” at the Walt Disney World Resort. It’s … Continue reading "The Haunted Mansion Comes Alive!"
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Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next April 21, 2011

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On April 21, we went to Magic Kingdom and Downtown Disney. A lot of changes had been made in since we were at Disney World the last time. These banners had been added to Town Square Theater: The scrims on the Confectionery had been partially rolled up and it’s looking great! Easter displays were in … Continue reading "Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next April 21, 2011"
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Magic Kingdom: What’s New, What’s Next 3/5/11

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We visited Magic Kingdom on Saturday, March 5. We had reservations for the Tables in Wonderland event that evening so we took advantage of the time to enjoy the park. The park opened at 8 and it was not an Extra Magic Hour morning. We were very grateful for the extra hour, especially because it … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom: What’s New, What’s Next 3/5/11"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Trashcans

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Trashcans at Walt Disney World. They are everywhere. It is hard to take a photo at any of the parks and not have a trashcan or two in the shot. I use them a lot to lean against or to set a camera on and affectionately call them Quadpods. This Pic of the Week called … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Trashcans"
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Where in the World #156

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This was Challenge #155: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200mm VR, 1/320s shutter, f/9, ISO 200 This bat is part of the scrollwork on the gate to the Haunted Mansion in the Magic Kingdom. Caryn Schill was the first to send in the correct answer for the challenge! Congratulations … Continue reading "Where in the World #156"
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Collectibles for a Cause – Auction #2 – Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat

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Collectibles for a Cause – Auction #2 – Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat For complete rules scroll to the bottom. In 2011 I will be participating in my 12th Avon Walk for Breast Cancer since 2001! To demonstrate my commitment to this cause, I am auctioning some special items from my personal collection as … Continue reading "Collectibles for a Cause – Auction #2 – Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat"
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Horse Weather Vane

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The horse weather vane on top of the Haunted Mansion’s carriage house.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/320s, f/8, ISO 200, EV +0.6, 200mm focal length There is a surprising number of weather (or wind) vanes at Walt Disney World. I spotted this horse weather vane on top of Haunted Mansion’s carriage house in the Magic Kingdom from the … Continue reading "Horse Weather Vane"
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Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat – Auction #8

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Collectables for a Cause – Auction #8 – Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat For complete rules scroll to the bottom. This year, I am again participating in my 11th Avon Walk for Breast Cancer! To demonstrate my commitment to this cause, I am auctioning some special items from my personal collection as a way … Continue reading "Walt Disney Imagineering Haunted Mansion Hat – Auction #8"
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All Ears® Haunted Mansion Meet – March 9, 2010

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Our Magic Kingdom meet on March 9th was to be a ride on the Liberty Belle, except it had a delayed opening of 11am. So, after some time meeting and chatting, we headed to the Haunted Mansion to visit the 999 Happy Haunts. First, some Mix and Mingle. Jack Spence, Caren Bachmann, Jeremy Marx Rebecca … Continue reading "All Ears® Haunted Mansion Meet – March 9, 2010"
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