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Disney’s Five Legged Goat

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Contemporary-ResortWay back (a long time ago) when we were fortunate enough to stay at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for the first time, I did some research so I could share some interesting facts with The Fam.  I’m known for doing this – researching stuff to great extent prior to vacation,  So my peeps have become pretty tolerant and sometimes, on rare occasion, manage to act a bit interested in my fact-filled narratives.  Once in a great while, they even actually listen.  Really, it doesn’t hurt my feelings that much because the research (and the sharing of it) is really for my own amusement.

So, there I was, talking about the amazing Contemporary – how it was one of the original Disney World resorts that opened in 1971, how the monorail runs right through the building, how there’s this really fantastic and unique Mary Blair modern art mural in the Grand Canyon Concourse, how the mural (a mosaic) depicts animals, plants, and Native American children (The Fam, a little glazed, still sort of listening) and is 90 feet tall, how on the mural, Mary Blair placed aContemporary-Resort-Mural five-legged goat – Wait!  WHAT?  Yep, that got their attention.  Indeed.  There’s a five legged goat on the mural – placed there on purpose to remind people that nothing man-made is perfect.

So, all checked in and situated at the resort, we go exploring a bit before our dinner reservation at Chef Mickey’s.  When we’re able to view the entire mural on the walls in the concourse, we immediately start looking for the goat and there it was!  Cute as can be – even with the extra appendage.  Well, Joseph (being Joseph), immediately starts singing about the goat – changing the jingle from a certain well-know sub shop’s commercials.  C’mon, you know what I mean.  Sing along with me now – Five…..five legged……….five legged foot goat! (any, any, any).

Five-legged-goatIn 2009 on another trip to Disney World, Joseph and Raymond went exploring in Downtown Disney while I shopped for a little while.  When we met back up, they proudly presented me with this pin!  And yes, we all burst into song at once.  The five-legged goat pin is my most favorite pin of all.

Have you seen The Contemporary’s five legged goat?

Vacation Rewind: Fort Wilderness Cabins

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This week’s “Saturdays with Nick” is actually with Nick and his better half, Barbie!  Barbie’s trip report from 2011 gives great details about the cabins at Fort Wilderness! (I’ve always wondered about them!)  For lots more great Disney stories, visit Nick and Barbie at Disney Musings and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Trip Report from November, 2011: Fort Wilderness Cabins

Who? Barbie, Nick and our friends Josh and Jill. (As told mostly in Nick’s words)

Where? The Cabins at Fort Wilderness.

Friday, Nov. 11th

We flew into Orlando from Philly, and took Magical Express to Fort Wilderness, checked in, and proceeded to our cabin. We were in cabin 2768, which is very close to the main road, and one of the many bus stops throughout the grounds. It is a fairly short walk to the Outpost Depot, which is where you get a bus to Downtown Disney and all the parks except the Magic Kingdom, which is reached by boat.

Our cabin:
Upon entering the cabin, you walk into the kitchen area straight ahead. To the right is the living room. There is a Murphy bed hidden in the wall, which is where Nick and I slept. This is a very comfortable bed, perhaps more comfortable than other resorts beds. It is a double however, so some may find it a little small. The bathroom was very roomy, and Nick and I both felt the water pressure was stronger than at many other resorts.

A couple of things of note. I think this may have been one of the cleanest and most well kept of the rooms we’ve stayed in! Mouse Keeping was exceptional. Also, one of the things I got the most feedback about was the bus service. Many people suggested we rent a car, but we talked it over with our friends and decided that wasn’t necessary. It turned out that the bus service was the best of any other resort we’ve stayed at, with the exception of one late evening, after returning via boat from the Magic Kingdom, when we had to wait about 20 minutes for a bus. Even the internal bus service was often arriving just as we would approach both our local bus stop or the main Outpost stop. On only a couple of occasions was a bus not at the ready, and we opted to simply walk either to the main depot, or our cabin.

Nick and I and our friends all agree, we would absolutely stay at the cabins again. A big thank you to Jill for getting the interior pics for us after we left, hers are better than ours.

Back to the trip report: We dropped off our bags, and headed right to Epcot to enjoy the Food and Wine Festival. The weather was absolutely perfect. The Christmas decorations were already appearing, and the Christmas loops were playing.

Having made our way around World Showcase “eating around the world,” we headed for Future World, and rode Imagination and the Seas with Nemo, and explored the Seas. By now, it was almost time to head back to World Showcase. We were attending the 3D Dessert Party that evening, which was at 8:00pm. On the way there, we ran into my (Barbie’s) co-worker, Mary! From New Jersey! And this wouldn’t be the only time!! How crazy is that?

The Dessert party:
We lined up about 7:30, and were admitted shortly afterwards. We waited in front of a curtain, which was parted at 8:00, and all the people there rushed for tables, which really wasn’t necessary, as there were plenty. The rumor was that people would have to stand if they couldn’t get a table! Nick plowed ahead of the rest of us and picked out a table, and next to our table sat my co-worker, Mary! Again! What are the odds?!

Thanks Mary, for getting this very crazy pic of me hogging all the desserts on the table while nobody was looking! That’s what co-workers are for.

The room was beautifully decorated. There was a live band playing songs such as “Sweet Caroline,” “Sweet Child of Mine,” “Sweet Home Alabama,” you get the picture. They were cheesy and extremely loud. They were also a lot of fun. There was a lot of beverage choices, coffees, teas, and many adult beverages including wine, punches, etc., and Josh ad Nick’s favorite, the DeKuyper liquors. Also available was also a savory station of dried meats and cheeses, as well as fresh and dried fruits and beautiful berries, which was my favorite section.

Sadly the most disappointing thing about the dessert party were the desserts. The best thing, and almost worth the price of admission alone, was the Flambeed Cinnamon Doughnuts with Red Stag Infused Sundried Cherries served with Red Stag Ice Cream. Thanks to Mary for pointing us to that lovely concoction! Most of the rest of the desserts were disappointing. We all agreed the dessert trio from the Food and Wine Dessert and Champagne Booth was far superior. Such a shame that wasn’t an offering. Out of all the desserts they offered, not a one had any lemon in it. (always my preference!)

Around 9:30, there was an announcement that we would be going to the Illuminations viewing area, located between the two shops at the entrance of World Showcase. On the way out, we were each handed a gift bag with a Merci Chocolate assortment, as well as some other goodies. We were also provide special glasses that made small Mickey heads out of the fireworks. All in all, it was absolutely worth experiencing once, but we agreed we wouldn’t do it again!

 

 

25 Random Things to Love at WDW

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Magic Kingdom / Cinderella CastleThis post is dedicated to my husband, Raymond, who took me to Disney World for the first time and on every visit since.  He also married me 25 years ago today.  (Thanks for asking, Honey, I’ve been having the best time EVER and I wouldn’t change a single moment.)

Yes, the rides are wonderful and the attractions immensely entertaining, but wait!  There’s more!  There are hundreds (maybe thousands) of tiny parts to the whole of the experience that makes up a visit to Walt Disney World.  If you’ve been there and you’ve soaked it all up like a thirsty sponge, then you can spout your own testimony about how many details, both large and small, bombard you with happiness, wonder, and delight.

Here are a few of my favorites…25 Random Things to Love at Walt Disney World:

1. Footprints in the sand…well, technically speaking, it’s more like peanuts in the concrete, shells in the tarmek, bird trails in the asphalt.  Walk along in your favorite park and Hoofprints in Magic Kingdom's Storybook Circus Areaoccassionally, as you glance down, you’ll see these incredible surprises – planted there to match a particular area’s theme.  It’s an amazing and very special way to add a little something extra – here in Louisiana, we call that a lagniappe.  So, as you’re waiting to ride Under the Sea, look for the shells.  Headed for Dumbo?  Look for clues the circus animals left behind.  On a trail in Animal Kingdom?  See who was there before you.  How much fun for kids of all ages to hunt for these little treasures.

2. Cast Members from Around the World – and close to home.  I read Cast Members’ name tags all the time.  We’ve met some really awesome people from all over.  Yes, world class service is Disney’s strength, but it means more to me when I take a minute to learn a little bit about the person behind the name tag.  One of my favorite Disney days happened because I found someone from home.  You can read the story here.

Yellow Monorail / Walt Disney World3. Pixie-dusted moments – They’re there all the time, happening all around you – you just have to look for them.  My particular favorite was my very magical moment I once had with Donald.

4. The sounds of the monorail – Is it the whoosh as it pulls into the Contemporary?  The sound the doors make when they open?  The way it looks circling Epcot?  The announcer’s voice?  YES!  Yes, it is.

5. A quiet corner – Even in the midst of a very crowded park there are wonderful, quiet places to sit and soak up the feeling of being there.  Some of the best peaceful places are at the resorts very early in the morning – or late at night.  It’s often busy and there’s so much to do and see Interactive Queue for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad– finding a moment to just BE makes me slow down and enjoy Walt Disney World all the more.

6. Interactive queues – Genius!  What more can I say?  Three of my faves are Big Thunder Mountain, Haunted Mansion, and Expedition Everest.  Yours?

7. Mickey Mouse-shaped food – Seriously.  Nothing says vacation happiness like snacks in that iconic, beloved form.  Mickey pretzel, Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar…you know you love them.

8. Water – Bay Lake or Seven Seas Lagoon (Electrical Water Pageant!), the dancing and jumping waters of Epcot, free ice water in the parks, your favorite resort pool, the mote around Cinderella Castle, Crescent Lake, Discovery River in AnSoarin's Patrickimal Kingdom – Disney knows H2O!

9. Patrick Warburton – He just makes Soarin’ for me.  If he’s replaced in a future Soarin’ refurb, my heart will break.  And when he talks to squirrels as Kronk in The Emperor’s New Groove?  It cracks me up every time.

10. A Juggling Mime and Other Cool Stuff – The live performers on the Boardwalk, the Casey’s Corner Pianist, the Dapper Dans, the Grand Floridian Lobby Orchestra, the Voices of Liberty – all of these talented acts are such a special treat!  No, I don’t expect them to last forever (I still miss Four for a Dollar) but I appreciate their contribution to my Disney World happiness.

11. International Marketplace – Where else can you go to find imported goods from so many countries?  Epcot’s World Showcase offers incredible opportunities to take home some global awesomeness.  Want to snack on some dried, shredded fish?  You can buy that in Japan!  Hey, don’t knock it ’til you try it…it’s actually not bad!  Need an authentic German cuckoo clock? Haunted Mansion's Madame Leota Italian wine?  Norwegian sportswear?  Yep – find it all in Epcot!

12. Ghosts – The Haunted Mansion’s residents are what makes the attraction one of the most beloved on Earth!  I can’t even pick a favorite because they are, each and every one of them, so special and unique!  Those singing busts!  The Hitchhiking Ghost! The dancing ghosts in the ballroom!  Little Leota at the very end of the ride!  I will “hurry baaaaack”, thank you, yes indeed.

13. Elephants – The ones on the Jungle Cruise are adorable, but the ones that can be seen on Animal Kingdom’s Kilimanjaro Safari are just wonderful!  You never know what they’ll be doing or how many you’ll see.  Maybe that’s why the Safari is an absolute must-do for me on Kilimanjaro Safari Elephantevery Walt Disney World visit. Okay, so it’s a lot more than just the elephants, but they are so COOL!!!

14. Infinite Choices – In food, accommodations, activities, rides, attractions, recreation – there is literally something for everyone…in every category.  No two vacations are exactly the same.  My familiar favorites combined with new experiences are part of the joy that is Disney World to me.

15. Ride Photos – Yeah, I know, they’re usually pretty bad, but the good ones?  Priceless vacation souvenirs!  I love how posing for ride pics brings out everyone’s silly side.  One of my goals in life is to come up with something new and different for Splash Mountain.  I love looking at these classics. (Warning: strong language, but awesome pics)

16. Characters – I may not always want to meet a particular character, but they are such an 1900 Park Fare / Drizella and Anastasiaintegral part of the Disney magic!  Character dining is always fun and the characters in the Festival of Fantasy Parade are unbelievably cool, but it’s still the sudden, unexpected character interactions that I love the most.

17. Knowing Carousel of Progress, It’s a Small World and I were all born in the same year.  We may seem old, out of date, worn down, and in need of updating to YOU, but to me?  We’re classics!

18.  Out of the Way Pin Boards – We like pin collecting and trading.  We really like finding pin boards to check out in resort shops, restaurants, front desks – the less popular or obvious places to try to snag a special souvenir.  Why this is so, I’m not exactly sure, but finding a new treasure in one of these lesser-known resources makes the discovery more memorable.

WDW Jungle Cruise Skipper Jeff19. The Hairy Leg!  You know exactly what I’m talking about.  In Pirates of the Caribbean, there’s a LOT to love and I’m sure you have your favorite characters.  Mine just happens to be that guy with the hairy pirate leg that hangs over the bridge as your boat glides beneath it.

20. A Really Great Jungle Cruise Skipper – Not all skippers are created equal.  The enjoyment of the Jungle Cruise experience all depends on the subtle talents of the skipper.  His or her careful timing – the well-paced delivery of each pun is crucial for the full enjoyment of all that is the Jungle Cruise.  It’s a art, really.

21. Chipped Paint – In a vacation destination where every effort is made to ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of every park detail, it’s an absolute marvel how well the same company can make chipped paint look so perfect!  Just look around in the The Aged Walls of Animal KingdomAnimal Kingdom – the buildings, signs, statues, props – everything’s been worn, aged, and rundown to perfection!  I’m in awe.

22. Wishes Nighttime Spectacular – If I have to pick one show to see after dark, this is it.  Disney entertainment doesn’t get any better than this.  Cue the goose bumps!

23. The Final Scene in Splash Mountain – I love the whole ride, but that last scene with the Zip-a-Dee Lady paddle wheeler is the BEST!  No other ride has a finale like this one.

24. 3D Glasses!  Next to an Earhat, these are the accessories I love the most!  Opera Glasses, Ready for Toy Story Midway ManiaBug Eyes, the purple ones in MuppetVision 3D (especially how cute they look on Statler and Waldorf), those big yellow ones you put on for Toy Story Midway Mania.  Call me crazy – they could all be plain black standard movie glasses, but they’re NOT!  That’s just one of thousands of Disney Details that make me foolishly happy.

25. I’ve been visiting Walt Disney World for 25 years – and I still want to go back again and again.  If you’ve made it all the way here to #25 then you’re probably just like me (thanks for hanging in).  We understand each other!  I know I could easily list 25 MORE things to love at Disney World! What are some of the things you love the most?

 

Meet Gary and Mike from the Por Favor Podcast

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Por Favor Hosts Mike and Gary

Mike and (baby) Gary, friends from the start!

Disney Podcasts are a big part of my everyday life.  I know on which days of the week my favorite ones release new episodes, I listen to certain shows on my commute to and from work and certain ones while I run, I listen to some for news and updated Walt Disney World information.  A few, I listen to because they’re just plain fun!  Those are the ones where the hosts talk about their love for Disney, their favorite Disney resorts, foods, rides, attractions, and memories.  Honestly?  Those are my most favorite type of podcasts to listen to – you feel as if you’re right there with the show’s hosts, hanging out with friends.

Today I’d like to introduce you to one of those super fun podcasts and its hosts.  The Por Por Favor Podcast Hosts Mike and Gary as childrenFavor Podcast, just a few months old, has captured listeners’ hearts and gathered quite a sizable fan base – all because of two guys, cousins, Gary Arruda and Mike Hurley.  They’re two best friends just talking about Disney.  And sometimes sports and beer.  The fact that Gary’s in Rhode Island and Mike’s in Minnesota doesn’t make a difference – they’re a great podcasting team!  They may give each other a hard time, but their unmistakable friendship is what makes this podcast a hit.

I was fortunate enough to score an invitation to be a guest on a couple of episodes of the Por Favor Podcast (19 & 20), so I can tell you first hand – Gary and Mike are as charming, witty, fun and funny in real life as they seem to be on their show.  After we recorded the podcast, they were kind enough to grant me an interview.  Now you can get to know Gary and Mike better as well.

Meet Gary and Mike from the Por Favor Podcast

1.  What unexpected surprises (good and/or bad) has podcasting brought you?

Por Favor Podcast / Gary Snacking

Gary snacking on a Disney vacation

Gary:   Podcasting has been a lot of fun for me. I’ve always been full of hot air, so being able to share my thoughts and opinions on something I’m so passionate about is great. It’s been a huge surprise at how many people have become fans so soon. I assumed you had to establish yourself for a year before people would listen. We’ve been lucky that other great Disney podcasts have listened and mentioned us to their listeners. I know the guys at Resort Loop, Enchanted Tiki Talk and Drunk on Disney have all given us shout-outs on their shows, and it sends new people our way. I think the best thing to come out of doing the Por Favor Podcast thus far is some of the great friends we’ve made (like Lisa!).

Por Favor Podcast Host Mike sporting his Mickey Mouse Tee

Mike has been a Disney fan forever!

 

Mike:  Honestly, what was unexpected was that people would listen.  Gary and I started this, because we simply wanted to talk weekly about Disney and just throw it up on iTunes and Stitcher.  I had no clue people would listen and enjoy it and want to actively engage with it on Twitter and/or being on the show.

2.  Who are the top three guests you’d be most thrilled to have on your show?  (Dream big here)

Por Favor Gary with Belle

Gary and Belle!

Gary:  If we could get any three guests on the Por Favor Podcast, I’d have to choose people who would be willing to be silly and play along with Mike’s and my foolishness. I’m not saying I wouldn’t want great and informative guests on the show, but our style doesn’t mesh well with “hard-hitting” interviews. If we could get living legend Richard Sherman on the show, my life would be complete, but I feel like that episode wouldn’t be as fun as most of our others because I wouldn’t want to waste his time with our inside jokes and the constant grief Mike and I hurl at one another. There are certainly Disney celebrities who would get our “humor” so I’ll make my list with that in mind. 1. Dick Van Dyke 2. Patrick Warburton and 3. Neil Patrick Harris.

Mike:  1. Michael Eisner – I love, love, love Disney resorts and he was the one who transformed Walt Disney World into a major resort.  2.  Richard Sherman – I really enjoy Disney music, especially the Carousel of Progress theme song.  I would love to learn about Walt through him.  3.  George Brett – The Hall of Fame 3rd baseman of the Kansas City Royals and 1985 World Series Champion.  He was my favorite player growing up.  As a young nerd, I would wear my ‘Brett’ jersey to Fenway Park.  Hey, they all didn’t have to be Disney related, did they?

Book of Disney Parks Posters3.  What’s your Disney lucky charm – or most favorite, treasured Disney item?

Gary:  I wouldn’t say I have a specific Disney lucky charm, but I have lots of Disney items that I love having around because they remind me of what I love so much about the parks. If my house was on fire and all my truly important things were safe (wife, future child, photos, golf clubs, podcasting equipment, beer fridge) and I could run back in and grab one Disney item, I’d probably grab my “Just Married” Disney Christmas ornament. It has sentimental value because my wife and I got it on our honeymoon in Walt Disney World. If not that, then I really love my “Poster Art of the Disney Parks” book.Disney Ornament / Por Favor Gary

Mike's Donald 2Mike:  I couldn’t decide my favorite, so I will give you two.  First would have to be my Donald Duck 50th birthday stuffed animal.  I got it back in the 80’s when they were celebrating his 50th.  I kept the original tag on it.  Secondly, my wooden carved Donald Duck that I keep in my Disney figurine case.  Donald is my favorite character and when my dad was in Orlando on a business trip, he picked it up for me.  It was a great surprise when he came home.

Mike's Donald 1

4.  The one thing you love most about Walt Disney World?

Por Favor Gary with Donald Duck

Gary and Frontierland Donald

Gary:  One thing?! How dare you try and limit me to one thing to love about Walt Disney World? Ok, I’m sorry, it is your blog after all. I’ll play nice. I guess the thing I love most if I had to narrow it down is the shared feeling of wonderment. I guess that’s hard to quantify, but where else can you go where almost everyone you come across is having a good day. Little children, grandparents, grown men, families, and adults without kids all have that look in their eye. You can tell, even the most jaded and cynical of people can find something that blows their mind in Walt Disney World. I guess that’s what I love most.

Mike:  The resorts.  I am not a morning person, but when I’m at Disney I wake up early.  I don’t think there is anything better than grabbing a cup of coffee, walking the resort and watching the sunrise.

5.  Best advice about podcasting you’ve ever received?  Or – What have you learned about life from podcasting?

Por Favor Gary and Gaston

My, what a guy, that Gary!

Gary:  I’m not sure if anyone has given me any specific advice about podcasting. I wish someone had told me before I started not to work with my cousin. Have you heard that guy? He’s a clown. (Just kidding Mike, you know I love ya!) The one thing I will say I learned about podcasting early on, is you can tell when someone doesn’t want to be there or doesn’t have the passion for it. If you are going to do it, give it your full effort. Mike and I decided early on that if we were going to record a podcast, we had to try and have decent audio quality and to release a show every week. Just because we were just starting out wasn’t an excuse for poor quality or an erratic schedule.

Por Favor Mike and Wife, Kristen

Mike and his better half, Kristen

 

 

Mike:  We got such a nice email early on and here is a piece of it…….  ‘The “newness” of the show is what makes it great…try to hang onto that as long as possible.  Sometimes, as a show goes on, the hosts think they’re getting “better” (less mistakes, more “professional” sounding delivery, etc.), but what they think is “better” actually makes the show lose some of its charm’  The original format was/is of two friends who sit around in ‘Everything Pop’ with a cup of coffee who discuss Disney.  We wanted it to be simple and fun.

6.  Best advice about vacationing at a Disney park (you think everyone should know)?

Por Favor Gary and Donald

Gary and Donald showing off

Gary:  I’m trying to think of something unique or original for this answer, but I think the best thing to do while at a Disney park is to be willing to come out of your comfort zone. Don’t be “that guy” who thinks he’s too cool to try on the Mickey ears and take a picture with them on. Go on the “kiddie” rides and be a giant goofball. No one is going to think twice about a grown man enjoying the tea-cups or Dumbo at a Disney park. Take advantage of the fact that you can be as silly as you want and you’ll fit right in with most people.

Mike:  Do what you enjoy most.  If I were a Disney Vacation Planner, I would be more of a consultant and listen to what interests people.  Some people like to hit ‘rope drop’ and go all day.  My wife and I like to take it slow.  We enjoy a quick breakfast at one of the monorail resorts and then hit the parks.  We also like to go back to our resort in the afternoon and swim, have lunch, relax and read a bit.

7.  How did you first learn about Disney podcasts?  Was that your inspiration for starting one of your own?

Por Favor Gary Stylin' at WDW

Por Favor Gary showing his style

Gary:  I first sought out Disney podcasts when I was researching my honeymoon trip to Walt Disney World. I was doing tons of research in my free time; reading message boards, blogs and basically trying to consume as much info about Disney as possible. I was already a fan of podcasts, I listened to several comedy podcasts at the time and I figured I’d Google Disney podcasts. I figured there was probably one or two that existed. Much to my surprise I found many to choose from. I tried out a few and settled on my rotation of favorites that were a mix of information, humor and fun discussions. I was working in the radio industry at the time, so I gravitated towards the audio medium and I really appreciated the amount of work that goes into quality audio and good production values.

If you want a sappy answer as to why I wanted to start the Por Favor Podcast here goes. It gave me a reason to talk to my cousin on a weekly basis. I’ve always been really close to Mike despite the 10 year age difference. Over time we had drifted apart slightly. We just didn’t communicate as much as in the past. As it worked out, we started planning our big family trip in February of this year and Mike and I were talking almost daily about Disney and of course other nonsense. Mike brought up the idea of recording a podcast, and I figured it would be a great way to ensure we’d be talking at least once a week. It’s been really great reconnecting to Mike. I feel like we’re closer than ever now. By the way, Mike is going to give me a hard time for saying all this. He’ll bust my chops on an upcoming episode.

Mike's Pal Fenway (with Donald)

Mike’s buddy, Fenway, likes Donald too!

Fenway Stealing Donald

Fenway and Donald

Mike:  I’m a Dog-Walker/Pet-Sitter and I listen to podcasts all day.  Last summer, when I was working around the clock, I found Lou Mongello’s WDW Radio and fell in love with it.  I found a few similar podcasts, and I was hooked after that.  That was not my inspiration for doing a podcast.  I never thought about starting one.  Last year on Christmas Eve, I was talking with my uncle and he mentioned that he was taking the family to Walt Disney World in February and said that he would also like to take my wife and me.  Gary, his two sisters and I were like giddy teenagers getting ready for a dance.  We texted almost nightly and talked on Facebook to do our planning.  One night, Gary and I Skyped and we kind of talked about the idea of doing a podcast.  A few weeks later episode 000 was live on iTunes.  The age difference between us when I was living in Rhode Island was where I was chasing girls and Gary was watching cartoons.  When I moved to Minneapolis, the gap began to shrink.  We became very close and he would come out every few years and we’d play golf and go to Minnesota Twins baseball games.  This podcast isn’t about fame or money.  If it was supposed to be, we’re failing miserably.  It’s simply about having a chance to talk regularly with my best friend about our love of Disney.

8.  What Disney adventure (WDW visit, Disney Cruise Line, DVC membership, runDisney event, etc.) would you most like to see in your future?

Gary: The Disney adventure I’d most like to be a part of in the future is being able to go whenever I want. I don’t think I’d ever really get sick of the Disney parks, but I’d like to find out! I don’t want to live in Orlando or Anaheim, but if I could become a DVC member, it would “force” me to go to the parks at least once or twice a year. I’d be okay with that! If I’m picking a home DVC resort it would have to be either Beach Club or Wilderness Lodge. I could get used to either of those places I’m sure.

Mike:  We are planning on relocating the Minneapolis D. Fauntleroy Studio to sunny Florida in the near future.  It’s a major sacrifice, but something I am willing to do to better the podcast.  No official press conference has been scheduled.  Anyway, here is the answer…My aunt, uncle and Por Favor Podcast contributor Mary are planning on being at Walt Disney World this December.  My wife and I plan on spending the weekend there and staying at the Grand Floridian.  I’ve always wanted to check that place out at Christmas.

Ready to listen to the Por Favor Podcast?  Visit the Por Favor website or download episodes from iTunes or Stitcher (if you like them, please give them a review!).

Follow the guys on Twitter: @PorFavorPodcast, @PorFavorGary, @PorFavorMike