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2011 Test Track Highlights

December 28, 2011 by Lisa Berton

As another year comes to a close, I suggested to my fellow Picture This! bloggers that we each select a favorite photo and memory from 2011 to share with you. I visited Walt Disney World in September with my friend Terri. We’re all for getting onto rides quickly so we opted to go single rider … Continue reading "2011 Test Track Highlights"

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Fancy Free at Walt Disney World

December 21, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Upside, inside out, she’s livin’ la vida Mickey. Yeah, Minnie Mouse has it pretty bad for him. Many of us aren’t too far behind as we venture down, left, right, and up to Walt Disney World for another series of magical days. It seems that no matter how many visits we make, there’s always something … Continue reading "Fancy Free at Walt Disney World"

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Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect

December 14, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Explorers, we’re heading into new territory today so find a buddy and follow along. My new Canon PowerShot SX30 IS has all sorts of neat-o functions for getting creative. I played with one such feature while taking aim at Epcot’s Spaceship Earth and the fountain at Innoventions Plaza. Step 1. Turn the dial to SCN … Continue reading "Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect"

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What’s in Your Stroller?

December 7, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Generally speaking, there’s a (partially false) sense of security when we escape our daily routines for spinning in tea cups and run far away from stress and into the open arms of a larger-than-life mouse. Our shields come down and skipping becomes a formal mode of transportation. How wonderful it is, all of it. We … Continue reading "What’s in Your Stroller?"

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Goodnight Germany Pavilion

November 30, 2011 by Lisa Berton

It was a dark and peaceful night. Humidity was enemy number one. People were just the way I like them, scarce. A voice bellowed in my head. It was Barrie Brewer’s* and she was telling me, “Take some photos, you big dork!” I reached into my camera bag and retrieved my brand new shiny blue … Continue reading "Goodnight Germany Pavilion"

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Munchkin Cam

November 16, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Raise your hand if you’ve experienced The Great Movie Ride and found your entourage stuck behind another group in The Wizard of Oz room. Yeah, that’s not supposed to happen but it did and I took full advantage of it. Seated on the far right hand side of the bench, I had the perfect opportunity … Continue reading "Munchkin Cam"

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Create Abstract Photos Thru Glass

November 9, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Bored with taking the same old photos on every vacation? Change your viewpoint and try something new. Put your creativity to work. As I was standing by the entrance/exit to the restrooms behind The American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a thought came to mind. What sort of effect would I get if I … Continue reading "Create Abstract Photos Thru Glass"

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Trip Report: Final Musings/Dining Plan

November 2, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Ladies and gentlemen, my Labor Day weekend visit to Walt Disney World came to an end. My friend Terri and I had a great albeit, far too short of a vacation. I’m lucky if I see her once a year as we live on opposite ends of the US. This was the first time I … Continue reading "Trip Report: Final Musings/Dining Plan"

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Pop Music for Halloween

October 26, 2011 by Lisa Berton

Last week I promised an overall review of my Labor Day weekend visit to Walt Disney World. That’s going to be a little late as both my friend Terri and I aren’t up to par for different reasons. In the meantime, enjoy a little Halloween treat. Walking into work, one will find very large and … Continue reading "Pop Music for Halloween"

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Trip Report: Last Day – Hollywood Studios

October 19, 2011 by Lisa Berton

For some strange reason, packing to leave Walt Disney World just doesn’t have that feeling of anticipation, excitement, and boost of adrenaline like you get when packing to go to Walt Disney World. Surely there was or is a scientific study on the matter. I willingly volunteer as a participant for such a noble cause. … Continue reading "Trip Report: Last Day – Hollywood Studios"

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