DISNEYLAND! (By: Courtney Weatherly)

If you were to ask any four year old what they want to do for their birthday, or any football player where they are going when they win the Superbowl. Nine times out of ten their response has something to do with the "Happiest Place on Earth". In the four years here at CBU I have been fortunate enough to receive a Disneyland Annual Pass every year for Christmas. Because of its location to the school (30 minutes), many students purchase passes and frequent the park throughout the year. My friends and I even take a quick trip after a long day of classes or a relaxing Sunday afternoon, always a good way to start the week! This is my last year of school, and my plans afterward are to move back home; buying a Disneyland pass was not smart because I will no longer live close enough to get use out of it. In lieu of the fact that I will no longer be a part of Disney magic after February 15, 2009, I have decided to look back at times that were filled with dolls singing a song that is near impossible to forget, Jack Sparrow, Indiana Jones, Sleeping Beauty, and most importantly middle aged men walking around the park with their children in hand and a set of large black mouse ears on top. I have also decided to share some of the ways that my friends and I can go back to Disneyland over and over again and never get bored of it! For starters, we like to go in full character. We find ways to interact with almost every employee. Here are a few of our favorite ways to keep with the Disneyland spirit while waiting in line:

Soaring over California:
- Asking if a Passport was required to board the flight.

Indiana Jones
- Requesting to be in a Jeep that is 4WD and has air conditioning.
- After getting in the vehicle, asking the driver to see either a valid drivers license or proof of insurance.
- If we end up in the seat of the driver we assure the whole vehicle of our safe driving record and assure them they are in good hands.

Buzz Lightyear
- Asking if the laser will have long term effects on our eyes.

Matterhorn
- Asking if a coat is required at the top of the mountain.

Tower Of Terror:
- Mentioning to the attendant at the gate that the letter “O” is out on the word “Hollywood” ... unacceptable.
- Asking for a room on the 3rd floor.

They may sound stupid and like a waste of time, but hey its DISNEYLAND - you have to embrace it! I'll now leave you with some pictures as I reminisce on my days at the Happiest Place on Earth!






Courtney Weatherly

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