Taken last night: it took 8 years of waiting but I finally was able to take both my kids to see Fantasmic and the fireworks! It was such a great night seeing their little faces beaming with joy and awe- such a wonderful start to our sum More...
It's an awesome show, definitely our family favorite - Lucien63.7 #3570 6-18-13 10:52AMLike Reply
Every time my mini and I watch both Fantasmic and the fireworks the water works flow. Such sentimental saps we are - IHEARTSIMBA50373.6 #379 6-18-13 1:02PMLike Reply
I'd be doing a swim off-- or wade off ... - carminaire67.9 #3505 6-17-13 5:11PMLike Reply
It was rather amusing to float backward from the end of the room back to the beginning (many groans from other boats). There are no singing voices in that room so the song didn't stick. - MoonWillow376.7 #371 6-18-13 9:28AMLike Reply
Advice needed from all you Fireworks-Viewing Pros: I'm hoping my kids will last long enough tomorrow to see the fireworks for the first time. We are planning to see the 9:00 Fantasmic, then where should we scurry to in order to see the More...
Because Fantasmic ends about 7 minutes before the fireworks start, it depends where you end up watching Fantasmic. Maybe not stay for the entire show of Fantasmic to ensure a good spot for the fireworks? - BaseballMickey_CM2996.9 #15 6-16-13 10:43PMLike Reply
I know, this is a tough one. My goal isn't to see the entire display really. Just wondered if there is anywhere we could dive into just to see Tink. Was considering dash to Fantasyland? - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 6-16-13 10:49PM
Fantasyland would be good, but I'm not sure if you can see Tink from there since you are going to be near the carousel. Wouldn't the castle block Tink? - BaseballMickey_CM 2996.9 #15 6-16-13 10:53PM
I just did a search and found good reports of seeing Tink well from Fantasyland. My next question is: how crowded is FL during the fireworks? Mainstreet crowded? Moderate? Empty? - MoonWillow376.7 #371 6-16-13 11:32PMLike Reply
It's pretty empty if I remember right! - IDVandalSkipperCM 1326.6 #62 6-17-13 4:36AM
Hi! Sorry we missed you by a few days. Hope you have a fun visit! - PrincessDuckie590.8 #190 5-22-13 10:48AMLike Reply
I was so sad to miss the weekend but it inspired me to squeeze in a short visit today with my little man. What a beautiful day! - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 5-22-13 4:54PM
It was a very quiet morning. About noon the grad-nighters started trickling in. I will say the kids a encountered were very well behaved. - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 5-22-13 4:56PM
I love taking my minis in the morning. I'm glad to hear the grad-nighters are well behaved...got make the magic available to all! - BombFrog-formerCM 52.3 #3758 5-22-13 5:39PM
It's my 3 year MWiversary! 3 years ago, my husband told me he had found the perfect app for me. I laughed when he told me about MouseWait. It was great using it in the parks and updating wait times just for fun. I had no idea how much More...
PSA: When MWing in the treehouse, please be sure to...
I don't go up there because it's too much like exercise but thanks for posting the little details we don't always see! - LaneSparrow316846.9 #110 2-7-13 12:47PMLike Reply
Lol- the kids drag us up :). I enjoy all the little things that make Disneyland special and it's always my goal to notice something new each and every trip. - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 2-7-13 4:02PM
I haven't been in the treehouse since I was a kid! But I remember that sign - leftmyheartinwonderland276.7 #778 2-7-13 4:07PMLike Reply
It is such a gloriously low crowd day at Disneyland... And what do my kids want to do? Go swimming! 60 degrees... yes, I even did the waterside.
Smart kids...they pretty much have the pools to themselves!! - Linzee534.6 #218 2-5-13 4:10PMLike Reply
We really did- hats off to the awesome Lifegaurd CMs. They were so friendly and vigilant! They water actually is warm and the hot tub even better 😊 - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 2-5-13 4:14PM
I've never been up there. It's alway been busy and with a 2 year old lagging behind and taking her sweet time we never took the time to go up! I will Defineatly be taking the time when we take our alone trip in oct! - Disneymomab15.1 #5783 2-5-13 2:19PMLike Reply
The kids love it- my 3 year old's choice. It's hard with little people until they are adept at stairs! Then it's just hard on the adults 😜 - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 2-5-13 3:59PM
the new cars are tiny inside and and make me old. I can barely fit in them and its so bumpy. But its a ride we never pass up. My 4 year old feels like such a big boy on this ride. Have fun! - pinkmonkeys335.3 #464 2-5-13 9:53AMLike Reply
I agree! The old back and neck injuries are definately felt! I rode it twice in a row this morning and really am feeling it. - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 2-5-13 10:30AM
That's how I dealt too! - PrincessDaisy 162.0 #2168 2-5-13 11:17AM
*security speaking* now listen,don't forget to enter wait times don't just post pic ok,did I make myself clear! ok let the mwrs go ,open the main gate for the regular park gates now - pikarich683.1 #153 2-5-13 10:16AMLike(1) Reply
Live: Retrieving the Colors for the evening. Have a great night everyone!
Sorry pet peeve- that would be retrieving the colors. Retiring a flag is burning it after it has flown, served its time and been tattered and torn. A common mistake and i dont intend to sound snarkey but in this case it is proper. :-) love the pic - DlandDude263.2 #907 1-18-13 5:56PMLike(2) Reply
I stand corrected- I have always heard it that way. - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 1-18-13 8:21PM
you don't sound snarkey. You are correct. - MyPark 946.4 #94 1-18-13 8:44PM
I happened to be walking down Main St the other day during this, and I was so moved by how almost everyone on Main St stopped in their tracks to put their hands over their hearts for the star spangled banner. Right in the middle of Disneyland- so neat. - DsnyPrincessMom37.5 #4154 1-18-13 9:26PMLike Reply
More of a group effort @ my house. Looking forward to NACHOS!! Gonna put it in the crockpot. Yum!!! 😂😂 - HandMeAChurroImmaFaint 1841.5 #43 11-22-12 10:23AM
So yesterday, after seeing Santa and telling him that he wants "100 presents" for Christmas, my son sees Santa's pouch and tries to run off with one of the presents!
Thanks! We really had a fantastic morning- walked on everything! They afternoon got hot and crowded but still fun :) it's good to be back! - MoonWillow376.7 #371 8-20-12 4:15PMLike Reply
My eyes glow like that too when I sing along! 😍 - ohhhtoodles365.2 #396 6-25-12 4:03PMLike Reply
Mine glow when I watch my kids sing it. :) - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 6-25-12 10:58PM
"it's a world of hopes and a world of fears, there's so much that we share that it's time we're aware it's a small world after all" love it!!!! - PanPiratePoppyCock208.4 #1549 6-25-12 4:06PMLike Reply
Thanks! We waited for an hour and a half for RSR because they broke down and we were near the front, but it was worth it! My son got to go on his first 40 inch attraction! - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 6-11-12 3:07PM
Finally, FINALLY! She rode Splash with me! She required that I 1) Hold her, 2) wear flip flops so her shoes didn't get wet, and 3) we BOTH had to wear ponchos. Oh the things we do for our kids- but she did like it!
Happy Birthday to your little guy hopefully he gets some great pictures with some of his favorite charcaters - HanLostLeia1093.6 #76 2-9-12 10:49AMLike Reply
From the Huffington Post: Diane Disney Miller Remembers Dad: Walt's Secret Disneyland Apartment, His Passions & More
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/07/walt-disneys-secret-disneyland-apartment-diane-disney-miller_n_1259421.html
Such an interesting article! Thanks! (yes clicked the thank you button) - DisneyPhotoFan920.2 #98 2-8-12 6:02PMLike(1) Reply
neat article! The apartment is truly a magical place to visit - BaseballMickey_CM2996.9 #15 2-8-12 6:06PMLike Reply
You are so lucky you have been inside! I enjoyed the video attachment they had about the interior, narrated by Diane Miller. - MoonWillow 376.7 #371 2-8-12 7:06PM
That's a fun little coaster. I used to take my boys on that all the time when they were small. Haven't been on it in years. - grumpypapa559.5 #204 1-27-12 3:10PMLike Reply
Hey everyone- bringing the family to DL on Friday after a much-to-long month break. Schedule says closing is at 8. Anyone know if there is a special reason for that?
Thanks @ HiddenMinnie. You could be right. And yes, we plan to CLOSE IT DOWN Friday! The Little Man is getting his first Annual Pass and going to the parks with NO STROLLER. Both kids will see the fireworks for the first time if all goes well! - MoonWillow376.7 #371 1-24-12 9:53AMLike Reply
Please correct me if I'm wrong, but purchasing a souvenir cup does not mean you can get cheaper drink/soda refills if you bring it in the park on a on subsequent park visits, right? I know places like Pizza Port you can get soda refills More...
Im taking my disney hot drink mug that I got on a trip last march and im getting free hot water and bringing my own hot cocoa and tea bags. That will teach them. Lol - ImAlwaysCrazy646.1 #172 11-11-11 8:06PMLike(3) Reply
OMG I DO THAT TOO!! - AgentTee 114.6 #2868 11-11-11 8:33PM
Lol best way to keep it cheap. I dont like coffee so spencer gets the coffee with free refills. But I dont want to spend $3 each time I want cocoa - ImAlwaysCrazy 646.1 #172 11-11-11 8:35PM
Nope, and it's one of the dumbest things that Disney decided on, in my opinion. You'd think with Disney trying to promote being eco-friendly and all, they would welcome reusable cups and straws. :P - flukefan266.4 #881 11-11-11 7:17PMLike(2) Reply
I was told by a CM last week that the Pizza Port refills are good only with the receipt and now you can only refill one time and on the time of visit. I guess they are cracking down on this because when I got my refill she wrote a 0 with a line threw where the coke was rang up. - Jessss 330.9 #483 11-11-11 7:36PM
I know plaza inn allows refills. - bluefairy 629.0 #176 11-11-11 7:47PM
If that's true, it's definitely smart. Advertising at parks where thousands of people visit everyday from around the world. - Nyghtngale547.9 #211 11-11-11 8:51PMLike Reply
You just gave me a great idea I am going to do that the next time I go to the parks - rafael11192.1 #1762 11-11-11 8:53PMLike Reply
I need to add this to my bucket list for my next trip! I've never done this! I've only gone on the double decker bus down main street! - ZipadeeMickey282.2 #738 9-26-11 9:34PMLike Reply
I'm going to make it a point to stop and enjoy this kind of ambiance on our next trip... thanks for sharing! - Duchess73295.4 #653 9-26-11 8:19PMLike Reply
Today my daughter went to meet Duffy and started to offer her autograph book and the CM with Duffy told us that "Duffy doesn't sign do autographs.". Why is this?
I think it is something the bear union negotiated in collective bargaing agreement. In return they agreed to shorten their hibernation period and be available during the holidays. - lostboy2025.3 #4737 6-30-11 10:21PMLike Reply
I'm so bummed! We are supposed to be at DLR today enjoying TLM... but I woke up with a nasty stomach bug and dizziness :(. My poor daughter was so bummed when my husband took her to school this AM...
Oh no!! I'm sorry to hear your sick! Hope you feel better soon! - kbeenss181.5 #1883 5-31-11 1:35PMLike Reply
Thanks guys- mostly feel bad dissappointing my daughter. We wanted to do TLM and see the new parade today but now we may not get to do it until fall due to blockouts- might try once more for mid June. Cross your fingers for us! - MoonWillow376.7 #371 5-31-11 1:42PMLike Reply
I got soaked this am!!! - Rob512755.1 #134 5-15-11 9:58AMLike Reply
We entered the park in ponchos but by the time we got down Main Street the rain was gone. It turned into one gorgeous day! I think I'm sunburned... - MoonWillow376.7 #371 5-15-11 5:13PMLike Reply
Wherewithal! Keep those fun live pictures coming! Helps those of us not able to be there in person be part of the magic :-)
- UppityEmpress783.8 #2 5-15-11 9:20AMLike Reply
Hm I need to watch that then I've never seen it! I've always wondered what the grape soda pins meant - Paulina43.5 #3964 5-7-11 11:39PMLike Reply
I got 2 today. They sold the 10 others within 2 minutes of me posting they were at the emporium. So rediculous. - shadowgamer1960.6 #36 5-7-11 11:45PMLike Reply
Just got this in the mail this weekend! :). All set for the Big Meet-up (though I'm a bit nervous as I've never met any other MW's before). Thanks to Chrissykins for the pins and speedy service!
Dont be nervous! It's a bunch of fun! - cenicienta323.8 #523 5-1-11 5:26PMLike Reply
Don't be nervous! Nothing but a great group of people on here - LBChica1560.6 #52 5-1-11 5:27PMLike Reply
I did not go last year because I was new but the MWrs I have met have been very nice. Just go and have fun - Plumiegirl3530.2 #11 5-1-11 6:23PMLike Reply
I'm nervous too. I haven't met many and the thought of 100's all at once is scary but I'm game!! - AlishaSkellington175.2 #1961 5-1-11 6:27PMLike Reply
Oh no! Nothing worse than a ride full of screaming girls! Bring earplugs or risk permanent hearing damage!
I feel your pain (plugging ears) - Plumiegirl3530.2 #11 4-27-11 9:55PMLike Reply
Lol- this was actually an accident. Was meant to post in reference to all the girlscouts coming to DL this weekend- and I realize I accidently said "ride" (eeegads!). Of course I meant attraction! - MoonWillow376.7 #371 4-27-11 10:00PMLike Reply
Something worse than a ride full of screaming girls: the girls that scream in the locker rooms at my school - IzzyAndStitch4.5 #11883 4-27-11 10:15PMLike Reply
OK! I'm planning to come up for the reunion! After reading about the AMWR I can't pass it up! But I don't have a partner... can singles get paired for the race when we get there?
DisneyVillian is looking for a partner a few threads down. There is a max of 14 teams so you'd better sign up quick! - Polkadobo372.1 #384 4-25-11 10:03PMLike Reply
Wow what a great pic!! The blue in the dress really makes the blue in her eyes really come out & shine. They both look like they are having a wonderful time!! - Duffysgirl169.6 #2045 4-14-11 5:57PMLike Reply
Finally, FINALLY saw Tangled today! Had a nice, cozy movie afternoon with my kids and Mom- nice way to end spring break! The Horse Max was crackin' me up!
So much for the ponchos and umbrella-we got sunburned today! Ahhh, the rejuvinating power of a trip to Disney- even though I spent the day chasing my 6 and 2 year-old, I feel ready to take on the real world again. Until we meet again H More...
Welcome back MouseWait! Thanks to Admin for getting us back online. Really appreciate you all after having the experience while in park Sunday without MW- had to resort to looking at the tote board!
So I visited DCA on a very crowded day, and on the way to my car I visited with a family from Arizona who had brought their 4 year-old to Disneyland for the first time. The parents were grim and dissappointed with their vacation because o More...
I totally agree I can't wait to get back to Cali and get our AP I would love to help families like that with little things that can make their experience more enjoyable - oldskoomouse6.0 #9375 3-16-11 8:48PMLike Reply
On Sunday I gave out Mickey and princess fruit snacks to all the kids in line around us, hopefully I brightened someones day. - akpoppins245.1 #1077 3-16-11 8:50PMLike Reply
@GoofyJoe, you are an inspiring person and so giving, you are very contagious!! - KAA357.1 #410 3-17-11 11:25AMLike Reply
I'm sorry they were disappointed but they should have done some research too. We drive from Phoenix when we come but I plan ahead. I research school schedules and peak times at the park. We have special needs kids so I take everything into consideration. I know not everyone can pick when their vacation time is but you certainly can be prepared for what may lie ahead. I like your idea of spreading the magic it will certainly add some cheer to non MW visitors. - Cinderellamomma293.5 #666 3-17-11 11:30AMLike Reply
Got to recharge by the payphones across from Soarin'- thanks MW for all your cool tips!
Agreed...MW is a great tool - SergZak3125.8 #14 3-15-11 9:26PMLike Reply
My wife and I used that spot a couple of weeks ago. We just bought ourselfs a couple of Mophie Juice Packs for the Verizon iPhone 4. We'll put them to good use this weekend when we will be back at DL for 3 days. - santeemouselover328.0 #499 3-16-11 4:38PMLike Reply
MouseWait I missed you!!! I just got home after spending the day at DCA with no MW and huge crowds! Got the app fixed but was so bummed! :(
Two of my favorite things, the moon, and the movie Willow. Wonder what that little guy is up to these days. - HotDiggityDogDaddy1112.4 #73 3-15-11 8:47PMLike Reply
"willow" is doing pretty alright for himself. He is in the Harry potter movies. He was also one of the ewoks. - bluefairy629.0 #176 3-15-11 9:57PMLike Reply
What is your earliest memory of being at Disneyland? Mine is being on the Materhorn with my family, I was with my mom behind my dad and my sister. I kept screaming, "Daddy, you're driving too fast!"
Going on Space Mountain with my Uncle Tom (RiP) when I was four! I remember it being all black and him telling me hold on tight! - Mrsblue692.4 #150 3-10-11 8:29PMLike Reply
Meeting Snow White by the castle when I was 2 and thinking she was the most beautiful thing in the world. - Amy222014.7 #5851 3-10-11 8:33PMLike Reply