The first time I got to Disneyworld, 25? , I stood on Main street looking at the castle and cried. Ton gave me a hug. I watched over many years while they actually built it and expanded it. I'll have to check things out for myself about the "reorganization" of all things Disneyworld. They're trying, many new programs and constructions being done. Two fav memories of mine: We once ran into Mickey on a back path all by himself. He got on his knees and kissed my hand. I threatened Ton with bodily injury if he blew the pic! I have that pic. Second super memory was watching the parade - on my birthday trip to Disneyworld. If you know about it and make the prearrangements, they do help you celebrate. So when you get to your room, there's recognition, and there's the large "Happy Birthday" button you get to wear. The "cast" of workers is well versed on watching for that button and giving special treatment of some ilk to the person wearing it. Maybe just a pencil or a free little ice cream. . . .I still remember when, during the parade, someone on the float being a Prince, and being miked, pointed and wished me Happy Birthday. The others around me, watching the parade, started singing Happy Birthday to me. Happy memories. . .Love the Mick.
Been there a few times, you can imagine. Truth be told - my final plans say part of my ashes will be by the statue of Walt and Mickey in front of the castle. On a whole different level, for those closer to Disneyland, I enjoyed Knotts Berry Farm more than Disneyland. No comparison. In CA there's also Sea World, Huntington Beach, and the San Diego Zoo. Winner to me is Disneyworld. You know Walt was from south side Chicago?.
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