Author Archives: Jennifer Vandenberg

Have a Disney Thanksgiving

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

When the kids are bored this November and can’t go outside because of the weather, print out some the neat crafts from the Family Fun website. Mickey Mouse and the gang have been busy thinking up some great Thanksgiving activities. … Continue reading →

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A Goofy Word: Weenie

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

One of the things I love to do is introduce people to new ideas. So when I visit Walt Disney World I have a Disney word that I teach my group each day. It is a word they can use throughout … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own T-Shirt

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

I like to buy T-shirts as souvenirs. They don’t take up a lot of space, I don’t have to dust them, and every time I wear one I am filled with wonderful memories. Sometimes though I can’t find the perfect … Continue reading →

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Start Packing Early

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

If someone offered me a trip to Walt Disney World and told me I was leaving next week I would grab the opportunity, throw everything in a bag, and be off. Most of us, though, plan a trip to the … Continue reading →

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Following in Great Footsteps

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

“May Walt Disney World bring joy and inspiration and new knowledge to all who come to this happy place … a Magic Kingdom where the young at heart of all ages can laugh and play and learn together.” Roy O. … Continue reading →

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You Can be a Disney Animator!

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

I would be the first to tell you that I can’t draw. I make rotten stick figures. So the first time I tried to draw Mickey Mouse with the help of an animator I didn’t expect it to look anything … Continue reading →

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Excuse Me, Is there a Lawnmower in that Tree?

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

There are lots of great things to see around the resorts that cost nothing. Sometimes you will stumble upon them as you wander, but I like to know about them ahead of time and then make sure that everyone in … Continue reading →

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Start a Collection: Pressed pennies

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

Have you ever smashed a penny? When I was a kid I used to place a penny on train tracks hoping that a train would come and run it over. That was an unreliable way to smash pennies since the train rarely … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!!! (All Treats, No Tricks)

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

My Disney treat to you is three great Halloween cartoons, courtesy of You Tube. The first one is my favorite. Skeleton Dance was animated in 1929 and is the first Silly Symphony cartoon that Walt Disney ever created. Mickey Mouse cartoons were … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Arrive to the Parks Early

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Jennifer Vandenberg

(To everyone who just groaned, don’t worry, I’m going to do a post about arriving late also.) Disney rewards Guests who wake up early and grab a bus or ferry to arrive at the parks before opening. Along with the … Continue reading →

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