A Disney Birthday

So since I last wrote I have had my birthday...and as I am a lady I will not be revealing my age but suffice to say I wasn't 21!!

And who would have guessed that my presents had a distinctly Disney vibe about them!!

From a copy of Monster's University on Blu-Ray to a Disney Traditions figurine to some jewellery and a book.

My Disney Traditions figure is of Mickey as Santa, so rather appropriate for the season.  He will sit nicely along side some other Disney Traditions figures that I have as well as some Department 56 models, and although a lot of them embrace the Christmas season I have them on display all year round.

My piece of jewellery is another piece of Disney Couture to add to my collection; it is an unusual necklace called Dr X Nuts & Bolts Mickey Mouse necklace that has an asymmetric clasp...just need an excuse to wear it now!

Tried to take a few shots of the necklace to pick up some of the detail in it.














My birthday also saw the start of a series of podcasts by the Disney Dream Girls entitled 'Minxmas'.  Co-host Michelle had the idea whilst still broadcasting as the Minnie Minxes; so as Michelle had already approached a number of podcasts to get involved, we decided to go ahead and launch our little countdown to Christmas Disney Dream Girls style.  So each day we will have other Disney and Orlando themed podcasts joining us to talk all about Christmas; their thoughts, ideas and memories.  Our first episode in this series sees myself and Michelle talking about what Christmas means to us with a little Disney twist :)

A Little Catchup

So what have I been up to since my last post...well let's see...

The last few days of the week have all been about preparation for the weekend, and more specifically my pre-school's Christmas Fair.  An annual fundraiser that is great fun and raises much needed cash to keep our pre-school going.

Friday night saw me baking...muffins and cupcakes are my speciality!  They may not be fantastically decorated but boy do they taste good (even if I do say so myself!).  So I made blueberry muffins, apple & cinnamon muffins, chocolate chip muffins and chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting and a bit of Christmassy silver shimmer!

Saturday saw me don my elf outfit as I took up my traditional role of designated Santa's helper for the day.  The morning was spent getting the stalls ready for the afternoon when Santa arrived and opened our fair.  I looked after Santa in his grotto and saw lots of very happy (and a few scared looking) faces as children came along to see him.  We had a great afternoon and managed to raise £920 for my pre-school which was absolutely fantastic.

Then Saturday evening I was out with Simon to go see White Lies at our local concert venue, the infamous Rock City Nottingham.  A venue we used to frequent in our younger days and hasn't really changed; it was great to reminisce and see a fantastic performance by the White Lies.  I've been wanting to see this band for ages and it was great to finally see them and in such an iconic venue.  I would highly recommend seeing them, they put on a great performance.

Then to today, well we had an early start as our youngest was off to school...for rehearsals for the school production that happens this week.  She is part of the back stage crew!

I then had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend and co-host of the Disney Dream Girls, Michelle, as we recorded two pieces for upcoming shows.  Firstly we have the start of 'Minxmas' on the 9th December, which is the coming together of various Disney and Orlando themed podcasts as we all share our Christmas thoughts and memories.  And then we recorded our first proper episode of the Disney Dream Girls where we get chance to hear Jim Korkis share his passion for Disney, and talk all about princesses.

So a busy few days I think you'll agree...busy but very productive!

And now I podcast...

Well I am now adding another string to my bow and joining my good friend Michelle in hosting a podcast...all about...well what else could it be but Disney!

Michelle has previously been one half of The Minnie Minxes but when her partner in crime decided to step away from the show Michelle decided to start afresh and asked me to join her.

We are now the Disney Dream Girls podcast!

Simon has been very busy over the last few days and evenings putting together some fabulous artwork for our new blog, podcast and twitter. While Michelle has been busy planning and editing our first few episodes.

The last two episodes of The Minnie Minxes were recorded a few weeks ago and feature Michelle and myself discussing various elements of our latest WDW trips; a review of the Kitchen Sink at Beaches and Cream Soda Shop and Dine with an Imagineer as well as us answering some listener questions and Michelle setting me the challenge of planning a weekend at WDW with no expense spared! (not as easy as you might think!).  These episodes can now be found on the Disney Dream Girls i-tunes feed for your enjoyment.

We are also launching for the Christmas season an idea that Michelle had whilst still producing the Minxes called Minxmas...a celebration of Christmas Disney style with contributions from some of our favourite podcasts from around the world.  Minxmas starts on Monday 9th December so please pop by and have a listen.

The Disney Dream Girls then starts in full effect on Monday 16th December when we have a chat all about princesses!

I really hope you can find the time to give myself and Michelle a listen, and if you like what you hear subscribe to us in i-tunes and stay in touch every two weeks with our thoughts and take on all things Disney, but especially WDW :)