Author Archives: Dis-LEE

Book Review: A Guide to The Robin Hood Country

Publisher: Linneys of Mansfield Year: Unknown Pages: 40 Type: Softcover ISBN: N/A “No other archer was so good, and people called him Robin Hood.” Like an arrow in the back, this little booklet struck me out of the blue! I love the heroes of ole … Continue reading

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Funko Pop! Disneyland 65th Anniversary Captain Hook Figure

The now infamous year of 2020 has come and gone but it did leave behind something positive in the form of the Disneyland 65th Anniversary. Although we didn’t get to celebrate it at the Park itself, we did get to … Continue reading

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Star Wars ‘The Mandalorian’ Playing Card Set

At the time of this post there have been just two seasons of The Mandalorian. But what a ride it’s been! Pretty much everyone agrees that the show is one of the best Star Wars productions to date. So naturally, … Continue reading

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Things: BIG Things on Vancouver Island in BC

At the time of this post, we are wrapping up our visit to Vancouver Island. We have driven from one end of the Island to the other (sort of) and seen many wonderful things! And then there have been some … Continue reading

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Found Disney: Toy Display at Vancouver International Airport

I recently visited the Vancouver International Airport to drop off a relative for Departure to Ontario. While waiting for him to be processed through Customs, I happened to notice a wonderful display of Disney collectibles! Unfortunately, I was stuck on … Continue reading

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Funko Mystery Minis Launchpad McQuack Vinyl Figure

“If it’s got wings, I can crash it!” – Launchpad McQuack Launchpad is an anthropomorphic duck, and is one of the tallest and bulkiest characters in the Disneyverse. He dresses like an old-fashioned pilot, with a scarf, goggles, a helmet, … Continue reading

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DIY – Minnie Mouse Cup or Pencil Holder

Into every life a little weirdness must come. Wow, what a life I must lead! Today’s post contains a very unique Do-It-Yourself project that made it’s way into a Yard Sale and then onto my office desk. At first I … Continue reading

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Found Disney: Snow White in the Carpet?

We are presently on Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia. Many are the attractions we have visited! And as I always say, you just never know where a Disney reference will surface. Or as in this case, show up under … Continue reading

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Places: Butchart Gardens in Brentwood Bay, BC

With a former quarry as a canvas, Jennie Butchart envisioned transforming the space into a beautiful garden haven, overflowing with lush greens and colourful blooms. Sounds reasonable. The result of her vision is The Gardens, which are still family run … Continue reading

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EPCOT Gran Fiesta Tour & The Three Caballeros

If you like to take it slow and relax sometimes, why not take in the sights of Mexico and the antics of a certain trio of feathered amigos on a gentle boat ride through the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT? This … Continue reading

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