CA Mom-4 sons: 1st trip-2 oldst b4 ElectLite Parade left Main St. '97. @8 mos prego-we went to DCA preview. Seen the parks grow w/my family. Been 2 WDW, Wonder/Magic-but Disneyland's home. Happiest place on earth along w/my house-Im Switzerland!
#GlassSlipperChallenge#TinkerbellHalfMarathon Registration NOW OPEN 4 the Inaugural Glass Slipper Challenge (Princess Half Marathon & Enchanted 10k) in Epcot (2/22-23/2014) & you can Pre-reg for the Tinkerbell Half (1/2014) & get your Co More...
Signed up yesterday...WOOOOOOO!! Plus, I just found out that it's on my grandpa's birthday, so that's when I'll get to see his window on Main Street for the first time!! I'm so excited :) - MissMolly705.5 #145 6-12-13 2:34PMLike(6) Reply
Oh my, I would love to do this! I would need some serious training though π³ - chhunkie105.2 #3008 6-11-13 10:40AMLike(1) Reply
Sart with the "couch to 5k" - starwarsmamma 184.3 #1849 6-11-13 12:24PM
Disney posts different training programs for runners of all levels, even beginners :) It's do-able if you're in good health and can commit to a consistent training program. - Spoonful_O_Sugar 439.0 #289 6-11-13 12:36PM
Suns up and party's over in Disney World (and live cam turned off!)....make the most of your less than 3 hrs everyone! Catch that second wind & keep your pictures coming! We love them! The sun is racing our way!ββ¨
I hope they do this for the real park! π they started 15 mins early with playing "Bye bye bye...then a little character magic before heading home! Enjoy the memory making friends!!!β¨ Less than 3hrs to go!π - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-25-13 3:04AMLike Reply
Who can spy on what our YOLO friends are up to in DCA????π
I tried but couldn't see anything past tower of terror and I didn't walk down to Carsland - justcallmeKP 108.8 #2965 5-25-13 2:29AMLike(1) Reply
A for effort!π - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 5-25-13 3:23AM
And who can steal a picture inside Muppet theater of the Monster Inc movie???!! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-25-13 2:03AMLike Reply
Ok-looks like no one can fill this photo request...no more gusto here either! Hoping to catch up with y'all in am! I'm making it til MK's 6am!!! Haha! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-25-13 2:18AMLike Reply
Me too!! ππ Why are they all sitting on the curb now? - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2705.8 #19 5-25-13 2:20AM
Let's do this next time...we are up to the challenge I'm sure! Look how committed we are from home...making art, posting thumbs up pics and making t-shirts and all!!!π - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 5-25-13 2:27AM
I would have loved to have seen a picture of the Monster's Inc movie inside the Muppet Theater...did anyone go? (although if you did-you are probably asleep right now!) - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-25-13 10:33AMLike Reply
Just watched the Monstrous Summer fireworks live cam at Magic Kingdom...you are in for some pretty fireworks my California friends!!! Can't wait for your pictures!!!! π·β¨
I don't think we're getting this since Magical is schedule and there can't be any more fireworks after ten due noise violation laws - RemyAllie504.2 #237 5-24-13 8:02PMLike(1) Reply
I wonder if they had something special? I know on grad nights they get 2:45 fireworks, so I imagine they would!β¨ - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 5-24-13 11:09PM
Happy Birthday to my sweet friend MissMolly! She was the first MWer I talked to on a regular basis and I love and adore her! So glad she had the chance to escape to her happy place this past weekend! I will never stop trying to peer-press More...
Aw, thanks TinkerSchelle and all of my wonderful MW friends! I think I'm gonna treat myself to a morning at the Disney Family Museum. I'll take lots of pics :) - MissMolly705.5 #145 5-21-13 7:39AMLike(2) Reply
That's a fabulous idea ! Have fun ! xoxo - eviljules 284.9 #717 5-21-13 8:01AM
FOR SIC: This is a picture of the Snow White Wishing Well base of the table in the premier VIP room of the Carthay Circle Restaurant....you may not have realized it then, but I'm sure it was there receiving the wish of your heart this pas More...
This is SO cool!! I had no idea it was under there! How fitting! Thank you so much for posting this! ππ - Sweet_Irish_Cream2705.8 #19 5-21-13 12:19AMLike(2) Reply
I'm going to have to crawl under there and get a photo hugging it π - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2705.8 #19 5-21-13 12:25AM
Not knowing it was there makes your heart's wish even more special! β¨ - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 5-21-13 12:31AM
Man, I wish I woulda known this was there. I would have went sniffin around the VIP room to find it! - Pollyanna702204.3 #1607 5-21-13 7:16AMLike(1) Reply
I've been enjoying my "happy place" on this APP today but cannot stop to acknowledge the people of Oklahoma who have experienced the worst tornado in history...constant prayers are with them all, especially the children π π
I couldn't agree more. Watching the coverage is just heartbreaking, so many sad stories. Many prayers their way! - Sweet_Irish_Cream2705.8 #19 5-20-13 5:10PMLike(1) Reply
My heart is breaking for them. I can't even watch the news because it's so sad and horrific. Praying for everyone. - MrsSchnooks710.5 #143 5-20-13 9:07PMLike(1) Reply
Yes,thank you very much Admin,it was also my first and not my last.im looking forward to many meet ups over the summer and meeting some more MWers :) Its awesome how this app brings so many cool people together with the same love for Disneyland,thanks again :) - bonedaddy909370.2 #388 5-19-13 5:57PMLike(1) Reply
REAL WORLD DISNEYLAND MW Reunion day 4: really bummed driving really far to our real lives....but really glad to have made real friendships in a really fun place that will last a really long time! See you REAL soon!β¨π
We're so glad we found you πππ - LaPearleNoir 620.7 #180 5-19-13 4:33PM
Well me too,hope to see you all over the summer,i feel a meet up coming up soon at the cove π - bonedaddy909 370.2 #388 5-19-13 8:13PM
******AwwwwwYour hat looks so cute, and I Iove the ears!
It was great meeting you all, and I'll see ya in the lounge! Cheers!β - MadameLeota977.0 #91 5-19-13 4:18PMLike(1) Reply
Nice meeting you too - LaPearleNoir 620.7 #180 5-19-13 4:35PM
Thanks guys....TS back with my lost boys in Neverland and all 6 of us roomies are officially home and tucked into our own beds! Disneyland Dreams everyone⨠- TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-20-13 12:28AMLike Reply
Glad to hear you all made it back safely! Fun hanging out! See ya next time! - rbeezy 664.0 #165 5-20-13 12:33AM
Really really great post TS. Hope you had a fabulous day! - RapunzelledColey 14.0 #5943 5-20-13 12:35AM
REAL WORLD DISNEYLAND Day 3: The roomie has been cast, the chair is filled....Here's to hoping MissMolly isn't really an ax murderer!!! (BTW...DarlingWendi checked out...we all are alive and well and checked into the Main Event!) π
REAL WORLD DISNEYLAND CARTHAY THEATER VIP ROOM EDITION (I need cue cards; you've been warned!)
This is freaking adorable! Love the tiaras!! You did steal 2 of my good buddies though I don't know if I'm ok with this!! πππ - CourtyAstroBlisters449.8 #278 5-17-13 6:09PMLike(1) Reply
This is the true story of four strangers, picked to live together, and have their lives taped, to find out what happens when people stop being polite and start getting REAL....THE REAL WORLD, DISNEYLAND RESORT! (MW edition)
Day 2: Good news! Apparently none of us are ax murderers!!! We all woke up alive and well! Yessss!!!!! π - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 5-17-13 7:52AMLike(9) Reply
Lol ! Watch out !!! Here comes major trouble and fun .. Wrapped up as extremely beautiful MW'ers ! Have fun ladies ... Give em' heck ! - eviljules284.9 #717 5-16-13 7:09PMLike(2) Reply
Yeah I agree, thats a lot of dynamite right there hehe - ribidib 424.2 #307 5-17-13 7:57AM
#News#Races JUST ANNOUNCED! Brand new 10k and Glass Slipper Challenge at WDW February 2014! http://www.rundisney.com/blog/articles/a-princess-and-a-pixie/
The c More...
#News#Videos LimitedTimeMagic In honor of Monstrous Summer, Disney posted Spaceship Earth's new look! HERE's LINK TO VIDEO! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0TVyBRTes4&feature=youtube_gdata_player
ADORABLE! How many of you can do the More...
wish we had something like that here =D - StitchEars304.2 #606 4-26-13 9:24AMLike Reply
I wish Epcot was open for 24 hours including all alcohol purchases being sold the entire duration of the 24 hour event - Dave 8822.0 #2 4-26-13 9:47AMLike Reply
Can you imagine! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-26-13 9:57AM
Dave-did u see the new glass slipper challenge run Disney just announced? I just posted link! I'm so gonna get my coast to coast this year...and the Glass Slipper (basically the Dumbo!) do it!!!!! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-26-13 9:58AM
FYI: Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend dates (1/17-19/2014) & link to sign up for reminder email is posted on RunDisney so you won't miss the July 9th registration date for Half, Family 5k & kids' races. Who's in?! (ALSO-support Boston by More...
This is very cute! It's nice to see a variety rather than the "I'll be your Minnie/Mickey" t-shirts all the time! - Jacqueline550.4 #209 4-14-13 11:31PMLike(1) Reply
Citizens of Buena Vista Street: Officer Calvin Blue, Donna & her dog, Lady, & PhiPhi Francis the photographer! So fun with fabulous personalities! Have you met them? Find them! (Note-Molly the Messenger was out making deliveries!) #CitizeMore...
Yes I have met all of them besides phi phi but I must say officer blue is my favorite! - MaestroGoofy7.7 #7966 4-9-13 3:44PMLike(1) Reply
Nice collage. I haven't seen Phi Phi Francis yet..I bet she has a great personality! - LuvsMimisHouse113.5 #2892 4-9-13 5:38PMLike Reply
PhiPhi is hilarious! She's actually my favorite! When you meet her-let me know what you think! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-9-13 10:52PM
Sounds like a great character! Now I really want to meet her and get my picture taken. I sure will let you know how it goes! - LuvsMimisHouse 113.5 #2892 4-10-13 12:19AM
TIP: There has been a lot of talk about charging phones inside the parks lately; don't forget to use MW as a resource. Click the "resource" button at the bottom right of your MW screen, then choose IPhone charging station list option. Lot More...
I used to use DL outlets but realized I have limited time so the trent charger was the way to go. It is so nice to plug into my backpack and keep going. I got the big 5 charges one and have been able to charge multiple equipment while on the go. No regrets on the purchase. Just don't drop your backpack or drop your charger, they have a plastic casing that will break. - Plumiegirl3502.6 #11 4-6-13 8:11PMLike(1) Reply
I LOVE mine! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-6-13 9:09PM
I found this resource very informative and useful to me in the past before getting my New Trent. Thanks Admin! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-6-13 4:20PMLike Reply
When we made this list we used a GPS and tested each outlet. - CantWait1044.9 #85 4-6-13 5:13PMLike Reply
TIP: If you want to watch the Pixar Parade & need a place for you or babies to stay out of the sun, wind, noise etc, find one of the window benches in the covered Hyperion walkway on your way to Tower of Terror from Hollywood Blvd. #ParadMore...
The Lilly Belle...still bearing the number of the Grand Canyon car which was the 6th car in the original Retlaw1. (Details are beautiful..and notice the controls inside the end-table drawer!) #LillyBelle#Tips#SaveMoney
Best free tour of Disneyland! Just get to the train station first thing in the morning to make your reservation! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-6-13 11:36AMLike Reply
On early entry days, do you go to the train station when the park opens or when they let you in? - goofymom2boys 497.8 #243 4-6-13 12:40PM
I would go as soon as you can-if they tell you to come back-go back ;) Believe it or not-I actually got a res for party of 7 and 6 at 12:45 and 1:15 at 10:30 am Tues am. I took the chance to see if they were still available, and there were! It's worth checking and it's on your way in!!! They DO NOT do it for sure on days it is wet outside. - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-6-13 2:34PM
We've missed this on our last two trips, hope to ride it in September. Thanks for your pictures, makes me even more excited for our next visit! - sstarlight294.5 #656 4-6-13 3:22PMLike Reply
I'm hoping to see her next time we're there. My daughter's favorite character from Cinderella. She calls her "Boppy Boop" - Tigerlilly829.6 #7036 4-6-13 1:34PMLike(2) Reply
I love, love, love the different angles of the castle. Thank you Michelle. Oh, have I mentioned I love the castle? π°ππ - LaPearleNoir620.7 #180 4-7-13 7:53PMLike(2) Reply
Yes but can never mention it enough, LOVE the castle!!! - ribidib 424.2 #307 4-12-13 4:52PM
Our favorite headwear from this trip (clockwise: Mickeybrella over beanie, Sorcerer Mickey hat, Easter Bunny Minnie ears, the classic, a fascinating Ariel fascinator, and the Grizzly!) #Hats#Souvenirs
I posted this Tues but I guess it didn't load (happened a lot this week-not sure if my phone or MW) Fun times on the Lilly Belle! (with @minnieMisty and @ScarfGirl!)
bummed I didn't get to see u & Nick!! have a safe trip back!! - Stitch_Legacy3635.3 #9 4-6-13 1:52AMLike(1) Reply
So great meeting you!!!! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-6-13 1:56AM
Magic Kingdom is feeling a little larger than life tonight; if Cinderella were there tonight-her coach wouldn't turn into a pumpkin til 3:00am if she were staying at the resort. Wish they would offer that here for us night owls...regardle More...
Sleeping Beauty's Castle on Tuesday night, Cinderella's tonight....(btw-this will be the only representation ever depicting Cindy's castle as possibly preferableπ) - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-5-13 7:53PMLike Reply
With the Houdini exhibit at the Magic Shop-we were able to listen to Houdini on the antique phone & stare at the spinning wheel for a cool illusion; great for kids who wanna touch stuff! #Tips#MainStreet
Such a fun shop on Main Street! After you look at that wheel look at your hand. Such a weird illusion! π³ππβ - Duchess_SMK3516.6 #10 4-5-13 12:13PMLike(1) Reply
Roger Rabbit's got some moves like Jagger *(apparently this never went thru when I tried to post from Easter's Limited Time Magic Bunny Hop) #LimitedTimeMagic#RogerRabbit
I think the timer is off a little bit. - friendlymouse 412.5 #323 4-4-13 11:51PM
If you have a time machine you're not sharing, that's just mean. π - Sweet_Irish_Cream2705.8 #19 4-4-13 11:52PMLike(1) Reply
My phone wouldn't post earlier-kept kicking me off! Catching up! Ha! Anyone else having glitches? - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-4-13 11:58PMLike Reply
Yup! It's been SUPER slow today, typing is lagging REALLY bad and it has crashed some - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2705.8 #19 4-5-13 12:00AM
I have pictures I worked hard to post...but can't get them on. Ugh. I'll keep trying-but taking me for-ever! Frustrating cuz I don't get to Disneyland more than a handful of times a year π - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-5-13 12:05AM
what part is this? - Dave 8822.0 #2 4-5-13 12:37AMLike Reply
I think it's at the end. I remember seeing it Friday and thinking it was newer, since the last time I saw WOC at least... - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2705.8 #19 4-5-13 12:51AM
Ya-it's almost at the very end, but before those flowery projections. I don't remember seeing it before either. - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-5-13 1:31AM
Aww, I really appricate the toontown pictures, Thank you so much TinkerSchelle!! I'm loving the mickeybrella hat :) - Disney_Girl303.7 #16054 4-4-13 9:55PMLike(1) Reply
Oops-also show windy pinwheels/weather vanes at goofy's house for Winnie-loves-honey! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-4-13 6:03PMLike Reply
Yes, do you have any of the Cheshire Cat? My 4 year old loves him...he calls him the "treasure" cat. βΊ - Tigerlilly829.6 #7036 4-4-13 8:42PMLike(1) Reply
TIPβ¨Everybody's a Winner at Goofy About Fishin' on the midway next to Toy Story M.M.! For $5, two people can fish for a chance at prizes @ 3 levels--& everyone is guaranteed one of these 4 small prizes (lobster, duckie, crab or turtle)! More...
This was a nice surprise on our last trip. Especially since my daughter whooped myself and 3 others to win herself a pretty large plush of woody. She was so proud of it! - madsdad1209.6 #68 4-4-13 9:07AMLike(1) Reply
I'm adding this to my son's agenda! Because he has autism, he is not able to tolerate as many rides as the rest of the family, so I need other cool things for him to do and see between rides. - 5JollyRogers204.4 #1604 4-4-13 9:53AMLike(1) Reply
Also check out my post re the main street magic shop-your son might enjoy what's there too!π - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-6-13 7:12PM
Paradise Pier at dusk from the Cove Bar.β¨π’π π‘ #ParadisePier
In one hour (7:00) the Cove Bar will start looking like this again...go on over and stay for World of Color! You won't be disappointed! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-4-13 5:57PMLike Reply
Anyone seeing this right now? Taken at this exact time on Wednesday. It's fun to watch the sun set through the wood of the roller coaster. Try it! - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-5-13 6:38PMLike Reply
Btw-I don't talk like that normally! I was stuck talking like Lenny from YouTube's Nature Walk as I went around the park looking for special stuff to photograph. I kept saying to my sons, "that's pretty neat!" in his voice! I guess it came out on the ride too! (watch nature walk on YouTube if you haven't seen it! Hilarious!)π - TinkerSchelle693.8 #150 4-5-13 11:50PMLike Reply
How is the view of WOC from cove bar? I want to try it next trip for sure! Enjoy it tonight!! - evilqueensmistress284.9 #716 4-3-13 8:03PMLike Reply
It's different...i'll post some pics. Some things you can see better...some not as well. But the experience as a whole evening and having a table and chair and heater is UNBEATABLE!ππ - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-3-13 10:33PM
Yay!! Thanks so much for letting me know! Did you have to get there super early for a great table? the heaters sound heavenly! Enjoy the rest of your night!! - evilqueensmistress 284.9 #716 4-3-13 10:41PM
IF YOU YELL POISON APPLE SHE FALLS DOWN AND FAINTS - Dave 8822.0 #2 4-3-13 3:52PMLike(9) Reply
Dang! I didn't know! I was saying 'Andy' and she kept saying she didn't know him but asked if he's a friend of Charming's!!!' - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-3-13 3:57PM
Haha, her prince doesn't even have a name. Not even an adjective ..he's just "the prince" π - MissMolly 705.5 #145 4-3-13 10:41PM
This isn't the best post of the day...but it was MY best post from yesterday! Haha! Love my lil' guy's surprise fallen blossom for me!π #TheHub
I got choked up with this post! Seriously, there are tears in my eyes. What a lovely young man you have there! - DisneyGrandma356.3 #411 4-3-13 9:56AMLike(1) Reply
I love this π! How sweet ! No matter how old you are , it touches your heart when your son brings you a flower πΊ - eviljules284.9 #717 4-3-13 11:35AMLike(1) Reply
NOW!!! RAK first 6 people to check in now at Main Street Station check in to ride Lilly Belle-we are on it now-rest of party of 6 can't make it!!! "Michelle" is reservation name!!! #InParkRAK#LillyBelle
I've never ridden on this. Does one need to make special reservations before hand? - HiddenMickeyFanatic307.0 #588 4-2-13 10:41PMLike Reply
Yup. Go to the Main Street Train Station first thing in the morning and ask if the Lily Belle is running and if you can get a reservation. It won't be running in the rain and they won't let people ride when the temperatures are high. Some days it might run and they won't do tours. It kind of depends on staffing. - IDVandalSkipperCM 1326.0 #61 4-2-13 11:58PM
Ah, cool. Do you think they run it on low crowd days? Thanks for the info! - HiddenMickeyFanatic 307.0 #588 4-3-13 6:47AM
TIP!!!β¨ The new limited time magic Cozy Cone Motel hats are a "two-fer"!! A stylish hat and place-holder for WOC, Fireworks, Parades etc!!!!!β¨ #Tips
Great idea! Better yet buy a few and create your own private viewing space! - chadwick66.5 #3519 4-1-13 8:30PMLike(1) Reply
If you yell "Andy's coming" the candles will go out. - Mouse4life 1086.2 #78 4-1-13 5:28PM
Apparently that, like the fact that the characters must fall down when you yell 'Andy's coming' is an urban legend. Walt died at 9:30 am. This clock (acquired in 1996) has ALWAYS been glitchy!)π - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-1-13 5:44PM
I spy some at work, some at play! (Love this horse...anyone know any facts about it? Name, etc.?) #MainStreet
Yes, facts, it is a horse, it is a CM at DL, it works very hard, and it's name tag is inside up front π - Villescas8592.8 #190 4-1-13 5:44PMLike(4) Reply
LIVE WDW:β¨My brother and his family just closed down Adventureland at Magic Kingdom...at 3:00am!!! Why doesn't that ever happen here? (they rode just about everything in 2 hours!) #MagicKingdom
That's awesome. I'd need a long nap first to pull that off. - HalfCaff92.9 #3155 3-31-13 11:58PMLike(1) Reply
that must have been fun to do and no crowds - Plumiegirl3502.6 #11 3-31-13 11:58PMLike Reply
I would, without a doubt, be out and about WDW taking advantage of the attractions till 3 AM! How fun. - Jacqueline550.4 #209 3-31-13 11:59PMLike Reply
Agreed! They said they rode BTMRR 3 times in a row without getting off! Ugh! So jealous! I need me some BTMRR!!!! - TinkerSchelle 693.8 #150 4-1-13 12:23AM
AS LIVE AS A COLLAGE CAN BE! This is OFFICIALLY the LAST portrait of the Easter Bunny this year! (off to do his bunny hop show!)πππππ #LimitedTimeMagic#EasterBunny#Characters
My Niece wants a bunny so bad and since he won't be busy until next year, do you think he'd be willing to live w/ her for a while? He's just the cutest! π° - PrincessLadybug202.3 #1631 3-31-13 10:45PMLike Reply
Sounds perfect! Now I have a reason to go to Disneyland! I have to pick up the Easter Bunny! He's coming to No. Cal.! - PrincessLadybug 202.3 #1631 4-1-13 1:13PM
LIVE⨠I went hunting for eggs & found these awesome MWers!! (waaaay better than the eggs btw...I recommend searching for them!) Roll call please! I'm overwhelmed!