by Jim Smith | Jan 18, 2021 | Disney, Disney Legends, Disney Spotlight Series
(A version of this article was published for Pirates & Princesses on March 29, 2022.) Friends, would you like something to smile about today? Look no further than the remarkably happy and positive artwork of Disney Legend Mary Blair. This endlessly talented artist...
by Jim Smith | Jan 12, 2021 | Best of the Best - Disney and Beyond, Disney, Disney Trivia, Lists, Lists and Trivia, Role Call - The Best of Disney
They don’t call Florida “The Sunshine State” for nothing. When you’re not caught in a mid-afternoon thunderstorm, then you’re most likely enjoying a good amount of beautiful (and very hot) Florida sun. But if you are looking for shade, you won’t find a whole lot of it...
by Jim Smith | Jan 5, 2021 | Disney, Disney Parks & Resorts, Disney Spotlight Series, Disney Trivia, Lists and Trivia, Role Call - The Best of Disney
If you’ve ever been to Magic Kingdom, you’ve undoubtedly had your picture taken in front of Cinderella Castle. Whether it be in the traditional decor, seasonal theming, or (ugh) the 25th anniversary birthday cake frosting, this castle is the icon of Walt Disney World....
by Jim Smith | Dec 16, 2020 | Best of the Best - Disney and Beyond, Beyond Disney, Lists, Seasonal Holidays
It’s Christmastime friends – let’s see and hear that holiday cheer! Everyone likes to feel happy during the holidays, and with plenty of cheerful music and jovial specials, the amount of Christmas spirit available is virtually limitless. The undisputed...
by Jim Smith | Dec 11, 2020 | Bits & Pieces, Disney, Disney Spotlight Series, Disney Trivia, Lists and Trivia
Most people recognize Walt Disney as a pioneer in the fields of animation and entertainment. But do you consider him an inventor? Here’s a lesser known fact – Walt Disney was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2000, for development of the...
