Wondering about the weirdest things ever found on Disney property? How about a glass eye, a prosthetic leg and a potty trainer — all of which were claimed. Related articles Disney FACT! (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com)
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Least Crowded times to visit Walt Disney World & Disneyland
Least Crowded times to visit WDW Selecting WHEN to visit WDW, it’s one of the most important decision you’ll make when planning a Disney vacation. Lowest Attendance, Least Crowded: January and Early February- after New Year’s Day, until just before President’s Week, Disney World is relatively less crowded. Fall—— If the kids are in school, a more…
Disney “Tip of the day!”
Disney World use to avoid discounting, but these days it’s aggressive about marketing packages that give you freebies, such as free park tickets or free food during your stay. Look at disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers and at sites such as MouseSavers.com, which share the latest coupon codes. Related articles Disney Fact (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com)
Disney FACT!
By the 2008 Academy Awards, Walt Disney’s company had been nominated for more than 200 Oscars with more than 50 wins just in films under the Disney logo. Of those films, there are 51 nominations for animated features with 14 wins. With Pixar under the Ears, that amount close to doubles with 13 Oscar wins…
One of my MOST embarrassing moments ever (oldie but goodie)
On our recent visit to Disney World a few weeks ago, I experienced one of my most embarrassing moments EVER . The Beach Club Resort was our home away from home on this trip & Concierge Level to boot, ooh la la, or better yet HA HA HA (you’ll see why). 9:45 in the morning…
Is this WEIRD?
Years & years ago–I checked out a Disney Guide book (what else) over & over at my neighborhood library. One day — I took it to the park & while my kids played, I accidentally dropped it in the mud, I cleaned it up & returned it to the library when it was due. Weeks later, I tried to check it out again & the…
Disney Fact 2
In the 60s, long hair and facial hair was considered to be a sign of hippies, the empire could not afford to be associated with this. Hence a policy was born requiring all male employees to have short hair and no facial hair at the theme parks. It took until 2000 for the theme parks to renege on…
Disney Fact 1
Whether you’re at Disney World or the other Disney theme parks, everywhere you look there are Mickey Mouse Ears. Not the merchandise ears. From the shape of the pizza, to the hedges, to the ears hidden in the tiles. Mickey’s iconic ears are everywhere–thanks to Walt’s desire to add to the magic of the kingdom. Related articles Disney…
I LOVE it WHEN! # 22
1. I complete my first Disney “Princess Half Marathon!” 2. My kids go to bed early! 3. Its Sunny & 73 degrees outside. 4. Storage Wars is on & Jarrod & Brandi argue with Dave “YEP!” 5. I eat healthy & feel good. 6. I’m bummed because I thought I used my last roll of Paper towels, but I…
Disney Princess Half Marathon
Excuse the lumpiness stuffed in my sports bra, I had no where else for my sunglasses…. Oh & I’m a wee bit vain, so excuse the NO makeup, its NOT a cute look–seems when you run 13.1 miles, you sweat–therefore any makeup that was on, is no longer, but I’ll take this accomplishment any day:)))
I HATE it when! #34
1. I have to leave Walt Disney World! 2. I step on my puppy’s dog bone & cut my toe, now cooties are in my foot. 3. I finish my Princess Half Marathon & looked like crap, also because I had sunglasses stuffed in my sports bra which left a funny lumpy shape in all my photo’s….
Disney Quote of the Day
“I believe firmly in the efficacy of religion, in its powerful influence on a person’s whole life. It helps immeasurably to meet the storms and stress of life and keep you attuned to the Divine inspiration. Without inspiration, we would perish.” Walt Disney Related articles Disney`s “Quote of the Day”! (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com)
Disney Quote of the Day
“Somehow I can’t believe there are any heights that can’t be scaled by a man who knows the secret of making dreams come true. This special secret, it seems to me, can be summarized in four C’s. They are Curiosity, Confidence, Courage, and Constancy and the greatest of these is Confidence. When you believe a…
Disney’s “Quote of the day!”
“I feel there is no door which, with the kind of talent we have in our organization, could not be opened, and we hope we can continue to unlock these barriers as long as we are in the business of bringing a happy note to those who patronize our pictures.” Walt Disney
Disney “Quote of the day”
“Part of the Disney success is our ability to create a believable world of dreams, that appeals to all age groups. The kind of entertainment we create is meant to appeal to every member of the family!”
Walt Disney “Quote of the day!”
“Animation offers a medium of story telling & visual entertainment which can bring pleasure & information to people of all ages everywhere in the world.” Walt Disney Related articles Happy 111th Birthday **Walt Disney** (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com) Disney’s “Quote of the day!” (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com) Chip and Co Pick Your Prize Disney Giveaway (chipandco.com)
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Listen to our new Disney podcast Mousequest Podcast, episode 1-3 are out & waiting for your ears to listen. Ask Disney question’s & possibly hear your question answered on future podcast’s or just sit back & enjoy. Visit us: Twitter – @MQPodcast Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/#!/MQPod?bookmark_t=page or subscribe to iTunes http://mousequestpodcast.com/subscribe/ See ya real soon!
Disney’s “Quote of the day!”
“Here is the world of imagination, hopes & dreams. In this timeless land of enchantment, the age of chivalry, magic and make-believe are reborn——and fairy tales come true. Fantasyland is dedicated to the young-in-heart, to those who believe that when you wish upon a star, your dreams come true.” Walt Disney
Happy 111th Birthday **Walt Disney**
Walter Elias Disney OCCUPATION: Entrepreneur BIRTH DATE:December 05, 1901 DEATH DATE:December 15, 1966 EDUCATION: Kansas City Art Institute and School of Design, McKinley High School, Chicago Art Institute PLACE OF BIRTH: Chicago, Illinois PLACE OF DEATH: Burbank, California Walter Elias “Walt” Disney was born on December 5, 1901, in Hermosa, Illinois. He and his brother…
Disney’s “Quote of the day!”
Times and conditions change so rapidly, that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future. Walt Disney
Disney “Quote of the day!”
“If I were a fatalist, or a mystic, which I decidedly am not, it might be appropriate to say I believe in my lucky star. But I reject ‘luck’–I feel every person creates his own ‘determinism’ by discovering his best aptitudes & following them undeviatingly.”Walt Disney
Disney’s “Quote of the day!”
Of all our inventions for mass communication, pictures still speak the most universally understood language. Walt Disney
Disney “Quote of the day!”
Of all the things I’ve done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal. Walt Disney Related articles Disney “Quote of the Day!” (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com) Walt Disney “Quote of the day!” by Julie Andrews (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com)
Disney Fact
Mickey Mouse’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Los Angeles (California) (Photo credit: Wikipedia) In 1978, Mickey Mouse became the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
Walt Disney “Quote of the day!”
“You’re dead if you aim only for kids. Adults are only kids grown up, anyway. Walt Disney So true Mr. Disney, so true!
Disney “Quote of the Day!”
“The way to get started, is to quit talking and begin doing!” Walt Disney
Disney’s “Quote of the Day”
“When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly & unquestionable!” Walt Disney
Walt Disney “Quote of the day!” by Julie Andrews
“I would describe Walt Disney as a “Twinkly person.” He had a kind of cheerful merriment in his eyes. He didn’t roar with laughter or anything like that, but there was a kind of bubbliness about him.” Julie Andrews
I’m Officially Elderly!
I went for a practice 3.1 mile run this evening– preparing for my runDisney 5k this Saturday. Just a half mile into my run I fell & cut my knee, elbow & hand! I dropped pretty hard to the ground–dusted the concrete off my new Bobo’s– did the infamous look around to see if anyone saw me & had a quick pity party…
Disney “Quote of the Day!”
“A person should set his goals as early as he can and devote all his energy and talent to getting there. With enough effort, he may achieve it. Or he may find something that is even more rewarding. But in the end, no matter what the outcome, he will know he has been alive.” Walt…
Disney Quote of the Day!
“All cartoon characters and fables must be exaggeration, caricatures. It is the very nature of fantasy and fable.” Walt Disney Related articles Watch 85-Year-Old Cartoon Drawn By Walt Disney Himself! (perezhilton.com)
Disney Quote of the Day!
“I love Mickey Mouse more than any woman I have ever known.” Walt Disney Related articles 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Mickey Medal Reveal (the17thman.typepad.com)
Aloha Gosdin Ohana! Aulani Trip Review
Gosdin Ohana present’s “Aloha from Aulani” In my eyes nothing better than Walt Disney World, so in planning my family’s first trip to Disney’s Aulani Resort on the beautiful island of Oahu, I tried not to compare the two. It was pretty easy considering there’s NO Castle, NO Epcot & NO Rides unless you consider the…
Disney’s Quote of the Day!
All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. Walt Disney
Disney Quote of the day!
“Every child is born blessed with a vivid imagination. But just as a muscle grows flabby with disuse, so the bright imagination of a child pales in later years if he ceases to exercise it.” Walt Disney Related articles Disney “Quote of the day!” Mickey Mouse inspired (dawnsdorkydiary.wordpress.com)
Disney Diva’s Weekend & 5K @WDW
My hubby gives life to all my dreams!
Disney “Quote of the day!”
“There is more treasure in books–than in all the pirates’ loot on Treasure Island and at the bottom of the Spanish Main & best of all you can enjoy these riches every day of your life.” Walt Disney
Disney “Quote of the day”
“Part of the Disney success is our ability to create a believable world of dreams that appeals to all age groups. The kind of entertainment we create is meant to appeal to every member of the family.” Walt Disney
Walt Disney “Quote of the day!”
“You can design and create, & build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make that dream a reality!” Walt Disney
Travel, Family & Fun rolled into one! 