Monthly Archives: July 2014

His and Hers Sombreros at Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Dis-LEE

The last time I visited Walt Disney World and found myself at The World Showcase in EPCOT, I decided to pop in to the Mexico Pavilion. I remembered trying on a sombrero during an earlier trip, and wondered if they … Continue reading →

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Pixar’s PLANES – Fire and Rescue Dusty Cup Topper

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Dis-LEE

Well, I finally went to see Planes: Fire and Rescue. Man, working for a living really gets in the way of my entertainment! Be that as it may, I just came back from Date Night with the wife, and really … Continue reading →

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Disney Kitchen Potholders featuring Mickey and Minnie

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Dis-LEE

I don’t suppose I need to say much about these cute little squares:           Not sure why Minnie’s solo still has Mickey’s name on it? I picked these up at a discount store, and although not highly collectible… well, … Continue reading →

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Mickey Mouse Garland or Streamer

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Dis-LEE

Did I mean to say Judy Garland? Nope. Can you guess what this is? I love finding unique and/or strange Disney things to add to my collection. These little Mickeys caught my eye and I couldn’t believe what I had … Continue reading →

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Disney’s Double-O-Duck aka Darkwing Duck

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Dis-LEE

It’s the pin that sticks in the night! It’s the rarity that makes medium wish it was well done! It’s: Look like anyduck you know? When you’re in trouble, ya… Call DW! Darkwing Duck that is. But the original pitch for … Continue reading →

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Giant Mickey Mouse Plush at The Contemporary Resort

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Dis-LEE

Sometimes you just have to be brave enough to ask to make a magical moment happen. Or in my case, get your wife to ask. This picture was taken by a Cast Member for us in The Game Station Arcade … Continue reading →

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Pixar Attractions – “To Saturation… and Beyond!”

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Dis-LEE

Do you remember what the very first Pixar-themed ride or attraction was to open in a Disney Park? It’s surprising to think of how many Pixar characters have appeared in some way in the Parks. Here is a list of … Continue reading →

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Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Dis-LEE

When we visited Disneyland early last year, we just had to make a side trip to Hollywood. But we still managed to fit in some Disney as we walked the streets of this historic film mecca. And on those streets … Continue reading →

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Winnie the Pooh Styling with Clothing and Accessories

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Dis-LEE

It’s a pity that children get to wear all of the really cool Disney fashions! I mean, really, if I were to put this on… … and walk around among other adults (and I use that term loosely in describing … Continue reading →

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Resort Review: Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Dis-LEE

In 2008, my wife and I with her parents occupied a lot in Section 2000 of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground (FWR). Right up front I will admit that I’m not a big fan of camping. But in the … Continue reading →

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