A full moon on Halloween mixed with deep dark blue sky, white and gray layers of clouds swiftly passing and yet barely moving at all as viewed from below tree branches with but a mere few leaves left. Light...
On Sunday, October 18, 2009 I participated in a 5K walk through Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure to raise funds and awareness for Children's Hospital of Orange County. Thanks to my family, friends, and readers like you, I was...
Princess Fantasy Faire in Disneyland hosts a variety of activities including a meet and greet with princesses. For a while they held a coronation ceremony which was very cute and got the kids involved. This photo of Mulan is...
Located in the shadows of a pathway that'll lead you to an outdoor cash register between Le Bat en Rouge and Pieces of Eight in New Orleans Square, Disneyland, Fortune Red awaits. Hand over your coins and he'll acknowledge...
Who doesn't love a live concert! Something that Disneyland does extremely well is to bring in local bands to perform in Tomorrowland. They all cover popular songs that you've heard on the radio since the dawn of rock 'n...
In a world where companies have a high employee turnover rate it's refreshing to find someone who's been working at his/her job for decades. Meet Disneyland Cast Member, Rich, who's been a friendly face in the park since 1960....
One of Walt Disney's most famous attractions of all time, it's a small world, conjurs up colorful, happy, and positive images of all the children of the world singing together in harmony. Whether you enjoy the soundtrack or it...
This time last week I offered tips on where to pose groups of Guests and who would be willing to take the photo so you can be in it as well, at Walt Disney World. Now it's Disneyland visitors'...
It's what brings adults to tears and puts glowing smiles on children's faces. That's right, we're bringing you a week's worth of toy store photos. Just kidding! Castles are the theme this time around. Whether you prefer Cinderella's castle...
My contribution for our Tomorrowland themed Pic of the Week is of Innoventions in Disneyland. This building once housed Carousel of Progress which is now performing at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Canon EOS A2, Canon 28-90mm USM,...
Disneyana collecting is a happy hobby for some folks but sadly no one can have everything. Whether the figurine is out of your price range or the original costume from "Mary Poppins" simply isn't for sale, there's still one...
Say you're walking down Main St. in Disneyland and a simple yet intriguing window display catches your eye. It's late morning and the sun is already strong. You notice that people, gas lamps, signs, and even the wooden Indian...
When I think of Adventureland, my mind conjures up the sound of beating drums, the greenery of the jungle and the scent of gasoline and it places them all in Disneyland. What can I tell ya, I'm a Disneyland...
My vacation only had three days left, including this one. With our camera equipment, snacks, and lists packed up and ready to go, Yoli and I headed back to Disneyland one last time for the week. Our mission was...
All alone in my one bedroom suite at Paradise Pier Hotel, I contemplated having breakfast delivered by room service. Then I looked at the prices and that was the end of that thought. Once I had everything packed up,...
Good times are had by all while romping around Disney parks but an even better time is had when we get to interact with the ride. Blasting aliens and battling Zurg alongside Buzz Lightyear or carefully selecting your future...
After an extraordinarily funtastic birthday at Disneyland, Yoli, Drina, and I slept in a little bit. When we finally began dragging ourselves out of bed, I put a concert DVD into the player. Now, just imagine it was whoever...
If there's one attraction at Disneyland that is overlooked more than the rest, it's the Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes. I've only done it once but I'd do it again. If you don't have any upper arm strength, you will...
As I briefly mentioned last week, a cast member at Paradise Pier Hotel made my day, my birthday. It also marked the first time I dined at Club 33 and rode in the Lily Belle car on the train....
I've recently returned from a week-long vacation in California to celebrate my birthday with friends. Over the next few weeks I'll recap my days at Disneyland including Club 33, Paradise Pier Hotel, and my favorite things to see, do,...
The good olde days are back in Mickey's Toontown where you can shop at the Five & Dime. Merchandise may change but generally you'll find household items, candy, snacks, and stationery. Mickey's Toontown is full of vibrant primary colors...
Scott, Barrie, and I often toss ideas around regarding the Picture This! blogs. What themes should we have, what topics should we write about and revisit, whose turn is it to be picked on, etc... It was maybe a...
Right now it's snowing, the wind is blowing, and there's over eight inches of snow accumulated on the driveway. I just tried clicking my heels together 3 times and saying "There's no place like home," and wound up standing...
Beep. Beep. Hello and welcome to the Disneyland Resort, the Happiest Place on Earth. If anything should fall from the tram then you should have held onto it more tightly. Please keep arms, hands, feet, and legs inside the...
This is sure to be a favoite subject with everyone because who doesn't love great food?! Repeat visitors to Walt Disney World and Disneyland have favorite restaurants and are always willing to suggest them and other dining options to...
As discovered by Dr. Albert Falls deep in the jungles of the cruise, I give you the backside of water. Ooh, ooh! Ooh, ooh!...
This week's entry was extra difficult for me because I have a large sum of photographs of signs at Disneyland. Oy, the stress. Do I use this one? Is it not as funny as I think it is? How...
Hiya kids! This week Barrie, Scott, and I will share some of our favorite photos of Main Street with you. Just the thought of walking down Main Street is sure to put a smile on your face. Right now...
I'll conclude this week's theme, characters, with some extremely humorous images of Pluto taken at Disney's California Adventure. During my latest visit "home," I waited in line to meet Pluto and when he realized I just wanted photos of...
It goes without saying that I absolutely LOVE Disneyland. On those occasions when I've been able to treat myself to a stay on property, my number one choice is Paradise Pier Hotel. If you enjoy beach theming and soft...
No matter which Disney park you are visiting or attempting to hide overnight in, you'll discover lots of visuals to catch your attention, even when you're waiting on line. Thus, Barrie, Scott and I present to you this week's...
This building in Disneyland formerly housed Carousel of Progress. Personally, I wish it were still there. Inside Innoventions you'll find video games, trivia contests, a glance into electronics that are coming our way and opening any day now, Dream Home....
This week's pictorial theme is Rides. An intriguing and famous image we've all seen is that of Walt Disney walking through Sleeping Beauty's Castle in Disneyland. What you see off in the distance behind him is King Arthur Carrousel,...
I'll admit it to you all, right here and now. I'm a character junkie. I need to have photos of every character I can possibly find and in every outfit possible. Mickey Mouse in his space suit? Got it. Pluto...
They're short. They make noise. They eat things you don't want them to and when you turn your back, they've climbed to new heights. Kids! Raise your hand if you can hear Ray Walston as Pappy from the movie Popeye...
Dear Readers, I have just returned from my birthday adventures at Disneyland. While I had planned to blog from extremely sunny California, my plans fell through so I submit to you a bit of information until next week's regular blog....
There are times when a picture truly is worth a thousand words. When you have several photos in sequence they are worth more than a thousand words, they tell a story. If you just keep shooting, you never know what...
Yeehaw! I bet you boys and girls have taken lots a pictures of yur family. Like the time Joe-Joe done gradyated from 5th grade after 3 years. Or, or, or when Uncle Clyde won the blue ribbon for having the...
To the beat of the rhythm of the night. Dancin' till the morning li ii ghh t. Hi. I didn't hear you come in. Ummm, have a seat and I'll tell you the rest of my story about participating in...
Last week's episode left off as my fellow trouble makers and I had just walked into Fantasyland by means of Frontierland. We were 7 of 15,167 participants. Once you were out walking you would never have guessed there were that...
Over the next few weeks I'd like to share with all of you some of my photos and recap my experience at the 17th annual Disneyland CHOC Walk. CHOC is an acronym for Children's Hospital of Orange County. Since opening...
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