I start training tomorrow afternoon at the Emporium on Mainstreet! Say hi guys! I'll probably be on high gear
Yay..my favorite store..Congrats....I am going to say again, as a suggestion, after tonights events I really feel like the awesome CMs of MW should use generic profile pics for safety reasons....just looking out for you guys =o) - iyuzMickey509.7 #232 1-11-12 10:27PMLike(4) Reply
Tomorrow I have traditions! After that I'm headed to the park for the first time as a CM! If you all see me please say hi SO dang excited!!!
Oh! I worded that wrong I won't be working yet, just going for fun I'll let you all know where in the park I'll be as soon as I find out though - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 1-9-12 10:29PMLike(2) Reply
Well... Congrats anyway :) you have met
My lifelong dream lol - SteamboatMinnie 310.1 #578 1-9-12 10:48PM
My SoCal move is getting closer! I drive up there the 6th of Jan to start my year off as a Disneyland intern! I'm SO stoked to finally get to enter a wait time lol
Contgrats!! My friend Kacy got into that program for this fall. She said she has loved it!!!(: - MissDancingMinnie119.7 #2798 12-28-11 10:52AMLike Reply
Go to the college program website and just fill out the application for the internship you want. After that there's this whole long process. but it's so totally worth it - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 12-28-11 10:53AMLike Reply
I was going to read cover to cover but I think for the sake of understanding the show I'm going to skip around - MozPrincess577.4 #195 11-29-11 1:57PMLike Reply
Hey Guys! I've been away for a couple of weeks because I was so nervous but I have great news now. I was just accepted into the Disneyland College Internship! I'm so excited!!! I finally get to meet some of you !!!!!
I read somewhere on the Disney Store facebook that if your confirmation email has the total price listed, then you're fine, but if it's listed as $0.00 then you didn't get her. Not sure, but that's whats going around. - LaPetiteSirene400.5 #339 9-19-11 8:43AMLike Reply
Yea I wanted to snow white as well, but cant/wont pay double for it. - Equestrian115210.6 #1514 9-19-11 10:56AMLike Reply
just got back from lion king 3D!! and waiting for the days to pass untill i leave for DL. Monday can't get here soon enough! - Jillian766.2 #131 9-16-11 9:47PMLike Reply
Depends a bit on the CM. I get a lot at the Opera house and Tiki both but some CMs don't initiate contact as much. Steam trains can also be very interactive. - BalooTBear905.1 #101 9-9-11 8:14AMLike Reply
@Baloo where have you been?! Lol I was looking for you last weekend but no Dice - pintsize289.0 #690 9-9-11 8:19AMLike Reply
Just got that yesterday from the disney store with the couture ariel mug because they had all sold out on the doll after one day! I was so sad - Islandariel169.3 #2051 8-31-11 10:33AMLike Reply
So if somebody had never been to DLR and wanted your advice on what to eat, how would you finish this sentence: "You just HAVE to try the_______!" (optional: from where?)
I know this has been talked about before but I can't find the thread I'm thinking of. What are some of the cheapest places in both parks to grab a bite? Or the cheapest meals? Now I can put them on my 'To Do' list
The Plaza Inn! The chicken is the best and the pastas u get free refills and u can always ask for a to go cup and a to go container for the leftovers - princessVanessa382.6 #360 8-10-11 10:31AMLike Reply
River Belle sandwiches are a great value. The Mexican place is also a good value. - mike714336.9 #456 8-10-11 12:47PMLike Reply
Rancho del Zocalo, Pizza Port and French Market are my faves. (I forget if FM is good price range for the amount of food you get though) - cesium55531.2 #220 8-10-11 12:52PMLike Reply
RAK!!! My first one! The winner of this pair of Haunted Mansion ears will be chosen Friday the 12th (And for those of you asking, I found them at my local Disney store )
Whoa... I've never seen those before. Please enter me. Those are so Awesome! !! Thanks and have a spectacular day! - OB1JacoB104.7 #3016 8-8-11 5:11PMLike Reply
El Paso holds the biggest Classic Film Fest in the world in one of the coolest old time theaters ever and this afternoon they're showing Beauty and the Beast!! Guess where I'm headed?!
We doooo! And we gotta figure a way to get the word out! Lol. Where are all the el pasoans and las crucians Haha - amerado9.5 #7089 8-7-11 10:42PMLike Reply
More El Pasoans! How exciting! Did anyone go see Fantasia? They're also going to show Dumbo and Waking Sleeping Beauty. - AndReallyBadEggs252.0 #1018 8-13-11 1:52PMLike Reply
The Disneyland College Program 2012 spring season application date is closely approaching and I was just wondering if any of you past or current CMs can share a little more about your role descriptions? I've researched for a few years bu More...
Any help would be greatly appreciated! - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 8-6-11 5:03PMLike Reply
There are really no words to describe. You must live it, stories won't give it any justice especially if you go into attractions. - PrincessTianaCM213.1 #1475 8-6-11 9:20PMLike Reply
@BBM- Thanks! I just texted @Tiana- I know, I'm just having a lot of trouble deciding on the roles I want to apply for. I'm trying to narrow them down with no luck lol - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 8-6-11 10:12PMLike Reply
Haha I'll be with shel pretty soon and I'll ask!(: also, we'll be in the parks in the morning for a sister date doing kiddy rides for her preggo ness haha say hi if you see us :))) - AvidDisneyThrifter220873.1 #106 6-17-12 9:59PMLike Reply
If you could choose one land in DL (or area in California Adventure) to spend the night with full access to attractions/food/Characters specific to that area what would you choose?
New Orleans square! Love it especially when it's all decorated for the holidays! Boootiful!! Mint juleps, Mickey shaped benigns (sp?), clam chowder, Monte cristos and PIRATES! (yum)! - zerogirl124.0 #2722 7-25-11 7:24PMLike Reply
That is a well made DVD this year. Can you spot Donald duck from the Disneyland segments? - wantsback2dis8.2 #7678 7-15-11 5:57PMLike Reply
I have a couple of them. I strategically place in areas where hubby will see them and hopefully get the hint that I need a Disneyland fix. - ColoradoMickey 534.9 #217 7-15-11 7:08PMLike Reply
My baby cousins first time at Disney!!! I couldn't be there with her on her birthday but they sent me this picture right after she went to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
She is toooo adorable! Happy Birthday Princess! - kyoto_sparkle150.2 #2333 7-13-11 1:45PMLike Reply
This is a MW advice post: Fellow MWers, what do you suggest someone do to pass the time and prepare for a DLR trip? (Besides get on MW, cuz we all know that already )
visit disneyland.com and watch ride videos on YouTube, that is what I do anyway - dizzylandjunky203.6 #1622 7-6-11 2:36PMLike Reply
Any MW Harry Potter fans out there?! Let the countdown begin!
Can't wait to see the end and so sad that it's over. Perhaps I'll read the series again and I'm looking forward to Pottermore! - 007flipper562.3 #203 7-6-11 9:08AMLike Reply
Eight days fourteen hours and twenty six minutes - dnerd293.9 #660 7-6-11 9:35AMLike Reply
I'm almost done reading the 7th again. I didn't know if I should knowing I'd compare throughout the whole movie, but oh well lol. Glad to hear the HPers are around - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 7-6-11 9:38AMLike Reply
So I know at WDW it's possible to intern at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. I've looked everywhere and though the site doesn't say it, I was wondering if there is a job description that would include the boutique at DLR. Or is this not at all a More...
My minnie mouse nurse lanyard that I am wearing right now with my work badge on it. - MinnieNurse331.5 #481 6-28-11 10:07PMLike Reply
My iPhone cover. And it's seriously a million other things, because my ENTIRE desk is anything/everything Disney... lol. - BriHizzle306.0 #595 6-28-11 10:09PMLike Reply
So I'm at Barnes and Noble in El Paso, Tx buying Mouse Tales. I get up to the counter and the woman says "Ugh! I hate that guy!" I'm like " and ask her why" She says, "well I was friends with the authors brother and he used to show up More...
Not rumors. He interviews countless ex employees. Its in no way offiliated with Disney so it's not sugar-coated. His books give an awesome view of the parks - DrGonzo!62.9 #3580 6-21-11 1:57PMLike Reply
@PE- She said she married an army guy and ended up in El Paso.-
But she said the whole "rumors" thing jokingly. I think she was more annoyed that he apparently used to "listen in". I'm just excited I met a former CM - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 6-21-11 2:16PMLike Reply
@montanamouse, I work at a BN too! But in Utah. Small world! - minniemommy7.2 #8244 6-21-11 2:19PMLike Reply
If I were in Barnes and Noble where might I find the book Mouse Tales?
In the Orange County stores, its located in the local travel section. - BaseballMickey_CM2996.9 #15 6-21-11 1:30PMLike Reply
Don't know but the workers at the center counter can help you find it and will actually take you to the isle where it is and will most likely pull the book out and hand it to you. Just be sure to go when they're not too busy like in the morning. - TheDonald72.3 #3433 6-21-11 1:32PMLike Reply
Post a random (try for little known) fact about Disney (Parks, the Man, anything Disney...) here! I know being fanatics we all know a LOT of stuff already but who knows, we might learn something new
At peak hour, The Little Mermaid attraction is set to accomodate two thousand guests. - kyoto_sparkle150.2 #2333 6-20-11 9:28AMLike Reply
The Snow White statuettes at Snow White Grotto were made referencing soap so the artist forgot about making SW larger than the dwarves. - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 6-20-11 9:35AMLike Reply
What's your favorite parade? For me (Besides Electrical, because that's just on a whole other level for me), I'd have to say it's a tie between The Lion King and Parade of Dreams
I don't know if you guys have already seen this but here's a video of the elephant from the Jungle Cruise flying over DL to get a checkup http://tiny.cc/re6px
I know a common question for us Disney folk is "who is your favorite character". For me this question is almost impossible to answer. But one question I never have trouble answering is who is my least favorite. Mine is Frollo. He's too mu More...
So I've been looking forever and can't find a pookalooz anywhere! I've been on the hunt for a Dumbo or Snow White. Do they only have these in the park or in other stores?
Sorry, I can't answer your question - but I have never seen the Snow White one - it is so cute!!! - BreadAndButterfly505.3 #236 6-12-11 6:47PMLike Reply
I've seen them at wal-mart but I've seen dumbo at the toy store in DCA or at World of Disney - Applek_CM246.0 #1065 6-12-11 6:48PMLike Reply
Have you ever been a CM? If so, what years and what role? If you currently are, what year did you start? Just like to say thanks to all of you out there!
85-92. Worked in all the stores on Main St. and crowd control during the Main St. Electrical Parade. I got to see it twice a night! - cinderelli328.4 #496 6-7-11 5:58PMLike Reply
I was a CM off and on from 1998 to 2004. I was in the Merchandise Department mostly in East Side (Tomorrowland, Fantasyland and Toontown), except for my last few months when I transferred to the Grand Californian Front Desk. I absolutely LOVED it! Now, if I could get hired back in the Tech Department, I would be ecstatic! - DSMonson_CM320.0 #539 6-7-11 6:00PMLike Reply
Anybody else out there have trouble with trading pins? Every time I buy a pin there id no way I can get myself to trade it - one reason I don't take my collection to the parks I love my pins too much!
I have this problem with vinyls...even ones I don't realyl care for I can't bear to trade...the only traders I have are doubles :( - MayBie1864.3 #42 6-7-11 2:54PMLike Reply
I buy pins that I like to keep and buy the multi cheaper packs to trade :) - mzdisnee231.1 #20 6-7-11 2:56PMLike Reply
I'm sorry to say Betty Taylor, played Sluefoot Sue in Disneyland revue for decades, passed away this weekend at the age of 91. A Disney original who helped to create the magic. To Betty!
Here's the article: http://tiny.cc/s1xoz
Don't forget about her co-star, Wally Boag who played Pecos Bill in that show passed the day before she did. My condolences to both families.
- drb195227.3 #1305 6-6-11 10:54PMLike Reply
I walk past the Golden Horseshoe about 10 times a day while at work. The past few days, I really looked at it and took a peak inside. You could really feel their presence inside that building. They will be missed. - BaseballMickey_CM2996.9 #15 6-6-11 11:06PMLike Reply
Remember what RAK stands for- Random Act of Kindness So as MWers we should fulfill our civic duty and preform a RAK everyday wherever we are. I just stopped at McD's and the person in front of me bought my meal. It made my day. So, I More...
Thanks for sharing this nice story. I agree, the smallest things we do make others so happy and usualy only takes nothing but a minute to do. Its as easy as saying hello or holding the elevator door so someone else can get in. Have a beautiful day! - MiriamP152.7 #2293 6-6-11 11:07AMLike Reply
That is so true!! Thank you for reminding us!!! - Pinup Princess167.4 #2077 6-6-11 11:10AMLike Reply
So I woke up this morning and though "Hey, I want a Pinocchio hat". I started googling patterns and such and can't find anything that's not extremely pointy or made out of paper. Anybody have any idea how to make one that's true to the or More...
You might be able to find the right shaped hat at a party store, cover it with yellow felt and you should be good to go. Cheap plastic hat, spray glue, felt. And the ribon. - Zooter1361.8 #60 6-4-11 7:42AMLike Reply
I havent seen them in the stores yet but it appears as though they are a collectible vinyl. I love the tinkerbell one - Missshelly690.3 #151 6-1-11 9:34PMLike Reply
Non Disney: I'm getting my wisdom teeth pulled out tomorrow morning! They're growing in sideways and they're gonna put me under I'm totally freaked. Wish me luck
Eat lots of mashed patties and haggen daz banana split ice cream!!! That's what I did :) it's not that bad just don't get dry sockets!!! I got mine pulled two years ago when I was 15 :) it's much easier when your young I hear! - PrincessAlexis157.0 #2232 6-1-11 7:09PMLike Reply
Good luck , I'm sure you'll be fine! - 007flipper562.3 #203 6-1-11 7:10PMLike Reply
Anybody ever seen Walt & El Grupo? I didn't even know it existed until right now scrolling through Netflix... http://tiny.cc/qewlz
What kind of vibe does it have?
It's interesting but a little slow if you're not really into Disney & Walt. - JennDear16.5 #5570 5-27-11 9:37AMLike Reply
Oh Ok then, I just didn't know if it was negative or not... But I'll watch it anyways - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 5-27-11 11:03AMLike Reply
It's really good. It chronicles the famed trip of walt and his people to south america. If you like Disney history, you'll love it. If you're not all that familiar with Disney history it may not hold the same meaning. However, it's a little slow and not as exciting as "waking sleeping beauty" - iamsmee11.9 #6384 5-27-11 11:36AMLike Reply
Good Morning MW! I woke up with a good feeling in my bones and a Disney feeling in my heart! I think today will be a good day Have a magical one my friends!
Ever have one of those days where everybody seems to be yelling at you? Ugh, I need some happy Disney juju : Rant Over
I hate those days. I get them quite a bit too due to the fact I'm a 16 year old girl but fortunately for me I can't seem to stay mad or sad about something for more than an hour:) Disney always makes me feel better - brookerly95123.0 #2737 5-25-11 3:41PMLike Reply
{{{Dizzle}}} Chin up sweetie! It'll get better! - Katrayher744.3 #139 5-25-11 3:42PMLike Reply
When you wish upon a star,
Makes no difference who you are,
anything your heart desires
will come to you.
If your heart is in your dream,
no request is too extreme,
when you wish upon a star
as dreamers do
Like a bolt out of the blue,
Fate steps in and sees you through,
When you wish upon a star,
Your dreams come true - BalooTBear905.1 #101 5-25-11 6:17PMLike Reply
Tomorrow is another day! Hope today gets better for you. I have had those days but I have had days where I feel like all I do is yell. That's no fun either! - DizGeek453.3 #273 5-25-11 6:30PMLike Reply
So what's your opinion on Disney's new film coming out in 2013: OZ, The Great and Powerful? I'm kind of excited to see what it's gonna look like Here's it's description: The story of 'Oz: The Great and Powerful', follows the future wi More...
Yeah, I mean, we saw Dorothy's version and the Witch's version in Wicked, I think it's about time we see the Wizard's - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 5-25-11 3:07PMLike Reply
Woot woot!! I've read all the books, seen the movie, going to Wicked this Sunday...this movie will be awesome! Now they will need an Oz attraction :) - TandAlly213.5 #1468 5-25-11 3:13PMLike Reply
I refer to mine as my "Star Trek Phone." hmm That probably dates me some. Oh well! - redrockmickey35.0 #4248 5-24-11 5:52AMLike Reply
The navigation on my phone is named different, it's Vanessa cause she sounds like a fembot and I thought Vanessa the fembot (from Austin Powers) was very appropriate!! - hXcDisn3y162.9 #2154 5-24-11 6:11AMLike Reply
I'm gonna watch Star Wars for the first time! Funny Star Tours was my favorite ride growing up but I never really made the connection lol I never felt the need to watch the movie
How are you going to watch them? In order episode 1 thru 6 or gonna start like the rest of us and start at episode 4 5 6 1 2 3? - Disneylanddad702421.2 #313 5-23-11 7:42PMLike Reply
Its about time u watch them missy lol ! U really have to pay close attention to them ! Or else u might get confused! My the force be w/ u ! - jmza4243.4 #31532 5-23-11 7:45PMLike Reply
I recommend watching #4 first. Then start with one and go straight through to six, repeating four. Captures the original and still still respects the real order. Enjoy! - jjorgensen0.4 #56183 5-23-11 10:26PMLike Reply
Empire Strikes Back is my all time favorite of the series - KissDclown1088.4 #77 5-23-11 10:26PMLike Reply
I've heard this before but never tried it or heard of it again- Is it true that if you flash a camera (take a pic) of the scene in the shooting exposition at night that the animals will go crazy and cry out in surprise? Anybody know?
I don't know but that's a great pic!! - MinnieJ281.8 #740 5-23-11 8:53AMLike Reply
Probly!! It's cuz the flash sets off the those spots that you aim for with the gun. I have done that at the boardwalk shooting gallery in Santa Cruz and everything went off!! - CuriousAsAlice731.6 #4387 5-23-11 8:55AMLike Reply
I was not impressed but going to give it another shot - lvdisneychick18.6 #5316 5-22-11 9:46AMLike Reply
The pinapple juice there is so good but when you put the pineapple ice cream in it I think its the WORST tasting thing I've ever had! - kristeee22104.3 #3025 5-22-11 9:49AMLike Reply
Speaking of Friends.... Chandler: Hey Joey, where do Dutch people come from?
Joey: Uh... well the Pennsylvania Dutch come from Pennsylvania.
Chandler: and the other Dutch come from somewhere near the Netherlands right?
Joey: Nice try, More...
Netherlands reminds me of the movie "My Fellow Americans" with Dan Ackroyd, James Garner and Jack Lemmon. Dan Ackroyd as president; "Please remind the Vice President that these people are from the NETHERLANDS, not the NETHER-REGION!" LOL :-) - drb195227.3 #1305 5-20-11 2:26PMLike Reply
Good Morning MW!!! I just set my new wallpaper because I finally saved up enough to buy my DL tickets today !!!!!! The countdown begins! Can't wait to meet some of you in July!!!!
(no, I have no clue why his pants are on backwards...) More...
Hey, have you guys heard that the plot for the new Monsters Inc. Has been revealed?? Im stoked! Haha Here's the article if you wanna check it out
http://tinyurl.com/5wgewap
cool! thx for posting! im going to check it out right now - DonaldMissingPants296.2 #648 5-15-11 9:58PMLike Reply
Woot-woot! So excited, but two years darn! Thanks for the link - TandAlly213.5 #1468 5-15-11 10:07PMLike Reply
Me and a couple of friends are planning on making a trip to DL mid July from Texas. I heard from a cousin that there are tickets sold for really low prices at places like grocery stores in SoCal. Anybody know anything about it? Advice is More...
Probally a scam. Dunno though. I wouldn't trust grocery stores other than Costco's promotion - Starspeeder1000151.9 #2303 5-8-11 3:25PMLike Reply
yup at costco they have a really good for 4 day hoppers, and they have a summer nightastic promotion at ticket booths (will be announced sometime in June) - DonaldMissingPants296.2 #648 5-8-11 3:25PMLike Reply
Maybe multi-day tickets will be at a discount but I've never heard of single day tickets at a discount. And if they need proof of SoCal residency they will ask for a CA driver's license or CA ID that has your current address and the zip code must be within the zip code limits - no NorCal zip codes. They did this for my annual pass at Disneyland at least so I don't know how the grocery stores handle it. - Paulina43.5 #3964 5-8-11 7:25PMLike Reply
Yay! I'm planning to take a couple of friends to DL around June and I might finally be able to meet some of you all! It'll be my first trip to DL without the fam. Any money saving tips for us three broke art students traveling to Cali? More...
We are haha! :D My friends haven't been since they were small kids so we're trying to get the best rates possible and stay longer - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 5-2-11 10:17PMLike Reply
well costco has a great deal... or the summer nightastic deal disney offers - DonaldMissingPants296.2 #648 5-2-11 10:32PMLike Reply
I've been gone for a while But I'm back! As my first day back I wanted to post part of my collection! I've finally found some people who can appreciate the years of work put into this
Thank you! One of my most prized possessions is that Disney classics neon that I found at a flea market. The guy said he hadn't been able to sell it for years so he gave it to me for 4 bucks! And it still works! - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 4-30-11 6:03PMLike Reply
That's awesome. My collection pales in comparison. :0 - SaraLuvsMickey26.1 #4668 4-30-11 6:06PMLike Reply
So our brand new feed store is going pretty well so far. As a homage to the wonderful support and best wishes I received from you beautiful people I placed a hidden Mickey :D Here's to our fourth week going strong!
Fact: This horse on King Arthur's Carrousel is named "M.W." They don't have a definite reason why it is but I'm thinking it was some kind of prophecy.... ;)
No joke, this is a real reaction Lol This is my family on Screamin, I didn't have the guts to ride back then... We never let him forget this moment ^_^
Btw, It was his first trip to Disney - CMDizzie 183.6 #1857 2-4-11 8:43AMLike Reply
I rode it once and never again. - MimiMouse1015.6 #89 2-4-11 8:45AMLike Reply
I hears this is a superbowl commercial that was leaked. And I freakin love it! That lil kid is so good!! - Pinup Princess167.4 #2077 2-4-11 4:18PMLike Reply
Morning MW!! Today is the grand opening of the feed and mercantile shop my parents and I built  I really hope this little place makes it. Wish us luck! If ever any of you are in West Texas be sure to stop by and I'll give you free More...
Oooh, did I hear free popcorn? I'll be right over. - MagicalCaprice480.6 #252 1-29-11 6:11AMLike Reply