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Disney Pixar Shorts = Big Lessons

October 26, 2017 By: Nanette

As I was going through my daughter’s lunch bag I noticed a pink piece of paper folded up, curious as I am I opened it. Wouldn’t you have done the same? I’m glad I did ’cause when I read it, it was about Disney Pixar Shorts. It made me smile for more than one reason. This is what it said.

Tick Tock Tale
Piper

Any of my Disney loving friends recognize those? I’m sure you do. They are the names of two Pixar movie shorts.

Each section had a fill in the blank format like this: The __________ by _____________ is about ________________ and reveals _________________.

I love Disney Pixar shorts. I have my favorites just like I’m sure you do. Obviously, my daughter does too and this tells me why.

Here is what she wrote:

Tick Tock Tale: The Pixar Short by Pixar is about COURAGE and reveals that no matter how small things are, they matter.

Piper: The Pixar Short by Pixar is about DETERMINATION and reveals that one must keep trying in order to reach their goals.

It’s nice to know that the things I share with her have found their way into her heart. The wisdom in these Disney Pixar shorts can really give you something to hang on to, something to remember, something to think about when you need courage, love, acceptance or determination.

Even though I may have felt a little guilty for looking at the paper without asking first, I’m glad I did. It kinda gave me a little peek into how she sees things. I must say, I’m pretty proud of her. She sees the good, the beauty, the happy, the love in life. I hope she always does.

I asked her today about the pink piece of paper and she told me it was a school assignment. EARs off to her teacher for knowing how to use Disney Pixar in this way.

Beyond The Castle

September 5, 2017 By: Nanette

I received an advance copy of the book, Beyond the Castle by Jody Jean Dreyer. This post contains affiliate links.

I don’t typically review books but if you’ve read my blog before you know what a HUGE Disney fan I am. So when a friend of mine asked if I was interested in reading a new book written by a 30-year Disney veteran you can bet I wasn’t going to let that chance go by. And boy, was I ever glad I didn’t and here’s why.

BEYOND THE CASTLE

A Guide to Discovering Your Happily Ever After by Jody Jean Dreyer

Jody Jean Dreyer worked at Disney for 30 years! In those 30 years, she held 22 different positions including her role as a member of Disney’s senior corporate staff, among other positions. Boy did she have some stories to tell. But don’t think you’re going to get too many in-depth stories here. This is a whole different type of book than what you might expect. Note the book’s tagline, “A Guide to Discovering Your Happily Ever After”. It’s more than just an inside look at working at Disney.

Beyond the Castle

I loved this book. I so enjoyed the writing. It felt like she was talking right to me. This is the way writing should be! The way Jody connected Disney to everyday life situations just pulled me in and kept me there. I even found myself quoting the book to friends and relatives when it just seemed like that’s exactly what they needed to hear in a way that had that Disney tone to it.

Jody turned situations we all face at some time or other and helped us relate to the characters Walt Disney brought to life, the magic he created.

I always worry about books about Disney. Will reading this book or that book take away the “Disney magic” from Disney after reading it? Beyond the Castle did just the opposite, it didn’t take away from the Disney magic, it just extended it. It made it grander in my mind and heart. I think I love Disney even more now and I didn’t think that was possible. Lesson learned, there is always room for more love.

I learned so much, not so much about the behind the scenes of Disney, but the thinking that creates the Disney we see as guests. That true driving force behind it all. I’m happy to say, it’s all good, very good. It was so nice to read about all of her experiences, all her joys, all her takes on life from the magical world Walt Disney had envisioned and instilled in those around him that would carry on his dream.

Her outlook on life is inspiring. Sure it’s not ALL pixie dust and fireworks, no one’s life ever is but it comes down to how we look at life. Jody made everything so relatable to Disney. And for someone who loves Disney so much, I could totally relate to it. If you’re a Disney fan too, I’m sure you will too.

I especially loved her insights on Princesses and Tink. I think that is the thing that sticks out most in my mind. You’re going to have to read the book to find out what that is but trust me, you’re going to be glad you did.

You’ll laugh along with Jody’s stories, be amazed at the things you learn and maybe, just maybe you’ll come out of the book with a better outlook, one with a little more pixie dust than you had before. Your Happily Ever After is out there, now go find it.

Beyond the Castle A Guide to Discovering Your Happily Ever After is now available on Amazon and Target.com

Mail Your Favorite Disney Villain

July 14, 2017 By: Nanette

Tomorrow the Postal Service will begin issuing Disney Villains Forever stamps. They will be celebrating the legacy of Walt Disney Studio’s Ink & Pain Department by dedicating a sheet of 20 Forever stamps. Which Disney Villain is your favorite? These stamps will feature 10 classic Disney Villains.

Are you a Disney Villain fan?

If you love the bad guys of Disney you’ll want to make sure you get some for your Disney collection and maybe a sheet of Disney Villain stamps to actually use.