The Office: Truly an American Workplace

Oddly enough, when picking a “favorite” television show, I usually fall headfirst in love with dramas that are borderline sci-fi or fantasy. After all, last season, my love for Lost began. Years before that, it was X-Files. In its first two seasons, I was a huge Smallville fan. So this year, I’ve found myself at an odd place. My favorite TV show this year doesn’t feature unseen island monsters or aliens that may or may not be alien-like in appearance. No. The strangest thing about this series is probably a character by the name of Dwight Schrute. And he may … Continue reading

Woman Dies After Riding Epcot’s Mission: Space Attraction

A 49 year old woman died on Wednesday after riding Mission: Space, a Graviton-style ride at Walt Disney World’s Epcot theme park. The woman, a tourist from Germany, complained of dizziness and nausea after riding the attraction. She was then transported to Florida Hospital Celebration Health. While there, her conditioned worsened and, on Wednesday, Disney officials were notified of her passing. Though it is possible that the guest, who remains unidentified at this time, suffered from high blood pressure, authorities are still unsure of what exactly caused the death. State officials examined the ride and concluded that the ride was … Continue reading

The Wizard of OZ: A New Look At an Old Classic

I know what you’re thinking. “Why do we need another Wizard of OZ film review? The film is pushing 70 and is already considered a classic. Why do we need to be told, once again, how great it is?” I know, I know. Trust me. I thought of all that before I began writing a word of this review, but upon opening up my Three Disc Collector’s Edition Wizard of OZ DVD, I realized that, until now, I had never really and truly “seen” The Wizard of OZ. With the Three Disc Collector’s Edition, there are truly bits of OZ … Continue reading

New Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Concept Art

One of the most talked about topics in Walt Disney World and Disneyland news is the upcoming refurb on the classic Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. With the amazing success of the film, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, it was only a matter of time until the ride upon which the film was based received its due update. If you recall, in an article written earlier this year, I went over the proposed changes to the ride which included adding the infamous character of Captain Jack Sparrow, Barbossa, and the newest villain of the soon-to-be … Continue reading

What To Expect With Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man’s Chest

On July 2, the second installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy will be released in the United States. As a fan of the first film, I can tell you that fans of the film are extremely anxious to see where this film takes the series flagship character, Captain Jack Sparrow. For those of you who have seen the first film, you’re well aware of the fact that the film’s villainous pirate captain, Barbossa, was taken out at the end of the film. So who’s the villain of this installment? Here for you, is a rundown of the new … Continue reading

My Name Is Earl

karĀ·ma n. 1. The total effect of a person’s actions and conduct during the successive phases of the person’s existence, regarded as determining the person’s destiny. According to Earl Hickey, the slightly dim, but gentle country boy of NBC’s My Name Is Earl, karma was invented by the “brilliant” talk show host, Carson Daly. After watching an episode of Carson’s talk show in which Earl learns that successful people reap success by being good to others, Earl decides to change his ways and, in doing so, begins making a list of all the bad things that he’s ever done to … Continue reading

Easter at Walt Disney World

With many families planning their spring vacation around the Easter holidays, it goes to reason that some families will risk missing out on Easter activities with their families by being away from home. However, as with most holidays, Walt Disney World has not left Easter out of the fold. If your Disney holiday causes you to miss Easter mass or your regular service, you can take advantage of Walt Disney World’s Easter services held in the Fantasia Ballroom at the Contemporary Resort. The schedule for the selected services on April 16, 1006 is as follows: 8:00am – 9:00am – Roman … Continue reading

Disney Pins: Special Easter Editions

Disney Pin collecting maintains a huge presence at the Disney theme parks and in the world of Disney collecting. Just about every film, theme park attraction, and holiday is represented by more than a couple of pins. Easter is, of course, no exception. With the fanciful colors that represent the renewal of the world and Easter, it’s certainly no surprise that Disney’s 2006 Easter pins are a vibrant mix of pastels and hot pinks that will certainly stand out in your Disney pin collection. Stitch, the mischievous character from Disney’s animated Lilo and Stitch, makes an appearance on not one, … Continue reading

Disney’s Newest Adventure: Adventures By Disney

When you think of Disney vacations, the first locations that come to mind are probably Orlando, Florida and Anaheim, California. You probably wouldn’t think of, say, London, Wyoming, Canada, Italy, and Hawaii. Of course, Disney’s newest venture, Adventures by Disney, hopes to change all that. Offering would-be travelers itineraries that would take them to London & Paris, Italy, Wyoming, Costa Rica, the Canadian Rockies, Oahu & Kauai, and Oahu & Hawaii, Adventures by Disney aims to take travelers by the hand and show them the sights and sounds of these destinations without the worry of planning out a vacation in … Continue reading

Do You Know Your Disney Princesses?

Jasmine. Belle. Aurora. Little girls adore these princesses, but do you know one from the other? If you’re still a little lost when your little girl tells you she wants to have her own Raja, then hopefully this primer will help you to better communicate with your little one when it comes to the Disney Princesses. Princess: Ariel Film: The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid is an age-old tale of an adolescent longing to explore a new world. Ariel, a mermaid, longs to have legs so that she can explore the land above. When she falls in love with a … Continue reading