Tag Archives: Steam Trains

Things: Toy Story Slinky Dog on Model Train Layout

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Dis-LEE

We just recently visited The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI for the first time in over three years. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing all of the new exhibits that they’ve created since the pandemic started. There’s a nice little model … Continue reading →

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Disney’s The Great Locomotive Chase Magazine Ad Page

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Dis-LEE

The Great Locomotive Chase is a 1956 American historical adventure film produced by Walt Disney. It was based on the real locomotive chase of 1862 which occurred during the American Civil War. Walt was a history buff and so it is not … Continue reading →

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Donald Duck OUT OF SCALE Sketchbook Ornament

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Donald Duck starred in the 1951 theatrical Short entitled Out of Scale. In this film Donald has built a little town in his backyard complete with a model steam locomotive no less. But pesky Chip and Dale move in and … Continue reading →

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Secret Disney Obsessions – We All Have Them!

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Today we are sharing some of our secret Disney obsessions. So what is it with men and transportation? If it has wheels and moves, we’re all over it! I never miss a chance to ride the Tomorrowland Speedway/Autopia cars, even … Continue reading →

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Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Train Figurine Playset

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Dis-LEE

I usually don’t buy these figurine playsets, as I find them a bit pricey for what you get. However, upon buying my first set and opening it, I find the quality to be very good. But why did I buy … Continue reading →

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Places: The Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Today we are discussing a wonderful zoo that your family needs to visit: It seems funny for me to be a part of this loop because I don’t usually enjoy zoos. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a rare exception, and the … Continue reading →

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What Every First Timer Must-Do on a Disney Vacation

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Dis-LEE

 Today we are sharing a must-do for your first Disney vacation: Frontierland Station, as seen from the Splash Mountain queue Get your bearings. That’s my advice to anyone who is visiting a Disney park for the first time. There is … Continue reading →

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Disney’s Mickey Express Merry Miniatures Train Set

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Dis-LEE

Hallmark has had some really great Disney items over the years. Best known for their holiday ornaments, many might not realize what other delights have crept onto this retail store’s shelves. Things like this Mickey Express Merry Miniatures train set: … Continue reading →

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