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A Brief History of Disney: Journey into Imagination with Figment
Many of you know, I grew up cultivating a love of Disney from further away than most. I’ve spent my life living on the eastern coast of Australia, where my family has a business that took us back and forward between Sydney and Los Angeles often. My sister, Casey, and I were lucky enough to … A Brief History of Disney: Journey into Imagination with Figment
A Brief History of Disney: King Arthur Carrousel
Welcome to a new series that I have wanted to start for years. In A Brief History of Disney, we will be looking at attractions, one at a time, taking a deep dive into their history and how they came to be. Trust me; you will be surprised to read about how some of your … A Brief History of Disney: King Arthur Carrousel
Review of Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
There are a number of exhibits that will be of interest at the recently opened “Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, but the one that will take visitors’ breath away is a series of 25 line drawings drawn by Marc Davis (one … Review of Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Thanksgiving Traditions: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Alice’s Restaurant
There is a song called “Alice’s Restaurant,” and it’s a tradition for some to listen to on Thanksgiving Day. It’s about Alice, and as American singer-songwriter Arlo Guthrie’s lyrics go, “about two Thanksgivings ago,” which, for you and me, would be 2019. For Arlo’s story, and our stories, that was a lifetime ago and a … Thanksgiving Traditions: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Alice’s Restaurant
See Ya Real Soon, Disney Store!
Now it’s time to say goodbye… Earlier this year, The Walt Disney Company announced the September closure of most Disney Store locations nationwide. This is the second and final phase of the closure process. The closest one near my town in New Jersey is about thirty minutes away in a mall that I’ve visited often. … See Ya Real Soon, Disney Store!
The Legacy of Mr. Henri Landwirth – How a Survivor Found His Voice
The Holocaust is a difficult subject to talk about, write about, and read about. It is about evil, hate, intolerance and hopelessness. Is genocide a conversation for Disney fans, for those wanting to play and converse about fun issues like magic and fantasy and fairy tales? It actually is because The DIS is a community; … The Legacy of Mr. Henri Landwirth – How a Survivor Found His Voice
Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Cinderella Castle
Who needs the Seven Wonders of the World when you have this beauty to look at?! Cinderella Castle is not just one of the most iconic structures in Walt Disney World but it’s also one of the most easily recognized across the globe. Any Disney fan can show you their camera roll full of pictures … Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Cinderella Castle
Finding Muppets Magic 1,200 Miles Away from Walt Disney World!
When you are a Walt Disney World fan living 1,200 miles away from the parks, it takes some creativity to get a Disney fix. But this summer, I got a big dose of Muppet magic right in my own backyard when The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited made a stop at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. Imagination … Finding Muppets Magic 1,200 Miles Away from Walt Disney World!
Reflections on the Last Year as a Disney World Fan
Has it already been a year? Just about a year ago, March 15, 2020, Walt Disney World closed for over one hundred days. It’s been a year? It seems like yesterday, and on the other hand, it seems like forever ago. While we take time to mark its closing, Walt Disney World has had quite … Reflections on the Last Year as a Disney World Fan
Mickey for President: Top Five Disney World Spots to Celebrate Presidents’ Day Weekend!
Mickey Mouse could be a great president; he’s a great leader and an all-around global-friendly mouse. Overall, he’s clearly experienced, classic, timeless, and popular, not to mention that he’s very trustworthy and has credibility. While Mickey isn’t running for office anytime soon, it isn’t too challenging to find areas at Walt Disney World to feel … Mickey for President: Top Five Disney World Spots to Celebrate Presidents’ Day Weekend!
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