tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17648355104603909172024-03-05T13:31:45.360-08:00In Disney StyleFrom running races in the park to finding the perfect fashion accessory, incorporate a little Disney style into your life.MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-61899308122090178912011-04-27T06:18:00.000-07:002011-04-28T14:53:53.520-07:00Royal Wedding Disney Channel Style<div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_T7FZEOjNC6z325AE97CeVZsse80Pt7lbM_cO9GKEbobzZH0NZy-xp1L0jtr5KNnZeAWQOFSgOx2FfdeEwfmbvrf6FZGD0G4xphtq50UhNJhsiOi8cJg79ROD2_2GGNYIr01jIWLlOAY/s1600/royal+wedding+topper.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600749226780957234" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 230px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_T7FZEOjNC6z325AE97CeVZsse80Pt7lbM_cO9GKEbobzZH0NZy-xp1L0jtr5KNnZeAWQOFSgOx2FfdeEwfmbvrf6FZGD0G4xphtq50UhNJhsiOi8cJg79ROD2_2GGNYIr01jIWLlOAY/s320/royal+wedding+topper.jpg" border="0" /></a>With the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton upon us, a new generation of royal watchers have been born. The Disney Channel is making sure that the little chaps will be abreast of royal style and entertainment by supplementing their Wedding Day line-up and loading the website up with Royal fun! So, let's check out what they've got planned.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>Disney Channel</strong><br /></span></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWOQqi2Qidd-I5h339Vq_8eFz6pQ-wdW4jFxeTkULA3oxQCxZneJjtRg0KLLfXx-gbXQXA-I1-4HP7aAig_lduAfz298PtuPueIaEtFCLBKyYtSNrvQY0D_HbbeaOxxgkrrV8no7sZbpM/s1600/royal++wedding+coach.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600750485810121746" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 180px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWOQqi2Qidd-I5h339Vq_8eFz6pQ-wdW4jFxeTkULA3oxQCxZneJjtRg0KLLfXx-gbXQXA-I1-4HP7aAig_lduAfz298PtuPueIaEtFCLBKyYtSNrvQY0D_HbbeaOxxgkrrV8no7sZbpM/s320/royal++wedding+coach.jpg" border="0" /></a>In recognition of the increased interest in all things royal, Disney Channel will present "A Modern Fairytale: The Royal Wedding Week," a short-form series for kids, tweens and families, Monday-Friday, April 25-29. Hosted by ABC News' Juju Chang, the series will tell the story of the royal couple. Disney Channel will present a week-long primetime programming event that includes telecasts of prince and princess-themed movies, including "Enchanted" and "Cinderella," every night (check local listings).<br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>Disney Website</strong></span></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div><strong>Check it out: Have Royal Fun</strong></div><br /><div>Learn everything you need to know about Disney's own princesses.</div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhWFl8GpoPMaFBeGzzd676deNGz8udyoQs61YdKM9lGZm6A0m0bOc-n0KEJUw4I6lfqlU9Tr64vlMqZOUT4mdZLuX1PuckWoC4t-vAh0bpIIDqPo-djEUOWl3FDmbvtZvVRkaIVNifNI/s1600/royal+wedding+princess.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600752744512174610" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhWFl8GpoPMaFBeGzzd676deNGz8udyoQs61YdKM9lGZm6A0m0bOc-n0KEJUw4I6lfqlU9Tr64vlMqZOUT4mdZLuX1PuckWoC4t-vAh0bpIIDqPo-djEUOWl3FDmbvtZvVRkaIVNifNI/s320/royal+wedding+princess.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /></div><br /><br /><div><strong>Vote for Queen. </strong></div><br /><div>Disney's movie <em>Prom</em> will hit the theatres April 29th. Teens have a chance to choose who they think should be Queen of the Prom.</div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPOiS1pajN9OonZ0qLTwqEStfIBh9jVor_ynG3gaop__yE-NzECpl0o_z4-qbcQZ4my7T8Y2Ypcl-EaSytu_PFIoyrLLnHcaCatiZ0Bftf0zC02y9oP9uqLxJr4fvkW27p3tx3yaX3cAE/s1600/royal+wedding+prom.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600269406940205426" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 239px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPOiS1pajN9OonZ0qLTwqEStfIBh9jVor_ynG3gaop__yE-NzECpl0o_z4-qbcQZ4my7T8Y2Ypcl-EaSytu_PFIoyrLLnHcaCatiZ0Bftf0zC02y9oP9uqLxJr4fvkW27p3tx3yaX3cAE/s320/royal+wedding+prom.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div><strong>Meet the Queen...Disney/Pixar Cars 2 Spotlight.</strong></div><br /><div>Featured biographies from Cars 2 are the Queen and Prince Wheeliam.<br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXszVZkslI8-2T7yZfUhdylt7pTG7lBD6nUw8dYqBax_jGwq36pJGY76r4CX-2s_RUmCREiYnUcXXywlcvnXeT1NbnPxH1_z-cHmOROmbFSkUWKkzLxrV5wo7S-DWzTCg9TrG6nlKHbp4/s1600/royal+wedding+cars.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600258377596141490" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXszVZkslI8-2T7yZfUhdylt7pTG7lBD6nUw8dYqBax_jGwq36pJGY76r4CX-2s_RUmCREiYnUcXXywlcvnXeT1NbnPxH1_z-cHmOROmbFSkUWKkzLxrV5wo7S-DWzTCg9TrG6nlKHbp4/s320/royal+wedding+cars.jpg" border="0" /></a><em>With the final stage of the World Grand Prix racing throught the historic streets of London, England, the Queen is quietly elated she was invited to preside over the finish line by Sir Miles Axlerod.</em></div><br /><br /><div><em>Painted in shades of the most royal blues and never without her jeweled crown, the Queen is the definition of decorum and regality, but that doesn't mean she doesn't enjoy a bit of first-rate competition!</em></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWbASJ_-KZ_IUl1a3FGidcKg6_4wA9k16aH7bzehms8dssXkPgUJGS2R8ZL_AOoq7lPdEiEL2hEcoYm2ywD7uAKdV_GAl27QKMfjh9-_h6rY6_qA97iAcTQvPCy7O8z65xhNFJ4IB84aI/s1600/royal+wedding+cars2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600264811154246162" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWbASJ_-KZ_IUl1a3FGidcKg6_4wA9k16aH7bzehms8dssXkPgUJGS2R8ZL_AOoq7lPdEiEL2hEcoYm2ywD7uAKdV_GAl27QKMfjh9-_h6rY6_qA97iAcTQvPCy7O8z65xhNFJ4IB84aI/s320/royal+wedding+cars2.jpg" border="0" /></a><em>Prince Wheeliam of England is an avid racing fan. He can't believe his luck that the final race of the one-of-a-kind World Grand Prix is happening on the streets of London.</em></div><br /><br /><div><em>Though he must remain impartial when by his grandmother the Queen's side, he is privately rooting for his fellow Brits Lewis Hamilton and Nigel Gearsley to cross the finish line first.<br /></em><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>With a little Disney style, being a royal princess or just a royal fan is glamorous and fun. Enjoy the big day.<br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPEbxqI_QfbTz1VlQsXeWCIJ8xyzhSpEGjq3waRKS0yZMq6jCiN2dpcOvd7u69aiAdzUScr22GRr1TuGWwketNbkEythyphenhyphenqImrxhsgsJAdk-1FSTSvl0TKBwN7M2LxzhwRu5M3sxI2kgxE/s1600/royal+wedding+vowels.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600753365253340498" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 225px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 230px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPEbxqI_QfbTz1VlQsXeWCIJ8xyzhSpEGjq3waRKS0yZMq6jCiN2dpcOvd7u69aiAdzUScr22GRr1TuGWwketNbkEythyphenhyphenqImrxhsgsJAdk-1FSTSvl0TKBwN7M2LxzhwRu5M3sxI2kgxE/s320/royal+wedding+vowels.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-73266381875759114652011-01-19T06:02:00.000-08:002011-01-19T06:35:21.977-08:00WDW Radio Running Team<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS6voFqqz6oYS-LLGwmc5rX8tfoUp52gYQlbmMxwypAbTyUFA07o8Ey0HAGmG_eazfBAoyUzSB01bRRvmfpqhT1OsKteoePJ7MU36yln7N8QTvH8VXrc9uWIaRSUClBiaUscKeels_KGU/s1600/wd+half+wdw+radio+team.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563900100578556242" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS6voFqqz6oYS-LLGwmc5rX8tfoUp52gYQlbmMxwypAbTyUFA07o8Ey0HAGmG_eazfBAoyUzSB01bRRvmfpqhT1OsKteoePJ7MU36yln7N8QTvH8VXrc9uWIaRSUClBiaUscKeels_KGU/s320/wd+half+wdw+radio+team.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Having to sit at home during the 2011 Walt Disney Marathon weekend was one of the hardest things I ever had to do. To know that my friends were down at the "World" having fun, running and socializing was depressing. Fortunately, I did find an outlet from home. In 2010, Lou Mongello and a team of captains formally created the WDW Radio Running Team benefiting the Dream Team Project. I was one of the captains, but the only one not attending Marathon Weekend. After much discussion, it was decided that I would give support, advice, and communications thru our Facebook Page, emails, Twitter and text messaging before and during the weekend. While being in Tennessee, I could follow our team members running thru the ESPN Wide World of Sports updates and focus on relaying messages to our team and support group. It worked great. I called myself the "Online Captain" and Lou decided to call my post "Command Central." On this week's episode of the WDW Radio Show, we discussed the weekend and the fabulous benficiary of the Dream Team Project, Make a Wish Foundation of America.</div><br /><div>We will continuously be looking for new members to our team. Anyone interested should contact Val at <a href="mailto:valerie@wdwradio.com">valerie@wdwradio.com</a>. Our team will hopefully be represented at all Walt Disney World running races. </div><div></div><div>Picture: Members of the WDW Radio Running Team during the Inaugural Wine and Dine Half Marathon, October 2, 2010</div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-27406912228083148032010-01-30T17:44:00.000-08:002010-01-30T17:54:52.903-08:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZD_FI2_nEV0gyhodoaIkD2-PPi1R2RDIe9QbNN-cs5zL-g33C_qhJUmm-D2G7as6TtDnfSesBeIFl3_dw4oyd1gSP7gylOVUz3i8m7XYUpC4of6EHs_SYlO6ooEKIJX-Y0NPvpYr4-8U/s1600-h/Marathon+finish+2010.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432716454403220386" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 213px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZD_FI2_nEV0gyhodoaIkD2-PPi1R2RDIe9QbNN-cs5zL-g33C_qhJUmm-D2G7as6TtDnfSesBeIFl3_dw4oyd1gSP7gylOVUz3i8m7XYUpC4of6EHs_SYlO6ooEKIJX-Y0NPvpYr4-8U/s320/Marathon+finish+2010.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh080PjPbS85bZyq9dJj7YRsIVSFn4yb9Un5og6oqSsN6y9MzcFYVmIF7FJ5U8VyOSalGPXAAaAaQZvW_DFmo4FWe8rvTDH7pNUqo09bIHi1vS7Necc_M1AA3ekuwZPjoxG_oq4koAUDdI/s1600-h/Goofy+2010.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div>After many months of training, on January 9 and 10, 2010, I successfully completed the Walt Disney World Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge. I invite you follow my journey in an article that I wrote for the WDW Radio website.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.wdwradio.com/Lou-Mongello-s-Disney-Blog/Looking-Back-Goofy-s-Race-and-a-Half-Challenge-2010.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" __untrusted="true">http://www.wdwradio.com/Lou-Mongello-s-Disney-Blog/Looking-Back-Goofy-s-Race-and-a-Half-Challenge-2010.html</a></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-78804381198314965632010-01-17T20:16:00.000-08:002010-01-17T20:39:17.900-08:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw-3zmKrbfu9AzIX6F86NCfYGDDiMBBxfliHWJwpOtVUH1m3dQATXarW7Ewg33Tn57I8XxdtIlUnjceZs2WbFkLWQ7JSpneqrxhM3FymmPHFUIQmIhCrKT3xIcVUJtvasoj-3MLKw_cTE/s1600-h/WDW+Fall+2009+032.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427934499733167154" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw-3zmKrbfu9AzIX6F86NCfYGDDiMBBxfliHWJwpOtVUH1m3dQATXarW7Ewg33Tn57I8XxdtIlUnjceZs2WbFkLWQ7JSpneqrxhM3FymmPHFUIQmIhCrKT3xIcVUJtvasoj-3MLKw_cTE/s320/WDW+Fall+2009+032.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>First let me apologize for the delay in blogging. I know you have been so patiently waiting to hear about how I have incorporated more Disney into my crazy life since my last post. For most of October and November, I worked on my first printed Disney themed publication. After much research and editing of my piece, I am proud to announce that it was accepted and will be in print in late January to early <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">February</span>. This fantastic publication is called <em>Celebrations</em> magazine and is produced by Tim Foster and Lou <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Mongello</span>. My article is on Space Mountain. With the recent refurbishment, interest in its history and evolution has been peaked (no pun intended). I have always been mesmerized by its gleaming white peak since the first time I went to the Magic Kingdom and wasn't tall enough to ride it. I have made up for it <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">exponentially as an adult. I have been known to ride it multiple times in one day. It is such a classic attraction and it is one of the few things I remember from that first trip. After my dad exited the ride (without my brother, sister and I), he bought all of us a chocolate covered frozen banana right outside of the show building. I will always remember that moment. So, I will always have that sentimental feeling about it.</span><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected">Hopefully, my Space Mountain article will be well received. I worked on it long enough.</span></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-82601766757417914242009-11-05T05:58:00.000-08:002009-11-05T06:07:18.051-08:00Amenities at Disney races<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7qJ2zYX8yD43uO3Jqw9ZQCUjErXGdFif4xVvhxOix5rfhsQVogPpGdN83GweVqRguOiA9U2p7zdvQFzGDlDkgMIdU0LMuev2OfagZoFz_hPtvz3OGQo9tsRynKqoeHqvaiN-hIQlwpjY/s1600-h/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+279.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400620051931579410" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7qJ2zYX8yD43uO3Jqw9ZQCUjErXGdFif4xVvhxOix5rfhsQVogPpGdN83GweVqRguOiA9U2p7zdvQFzGDlDkgMIdU0LMuev2OfagZoFz_hPtvz3OGQo9tsRynKqoeHqvaiN-hIQlwpjY/s320/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+279.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Listed are some of the amenities that you will usually find at a Disney race. Some of these are not unusual for a typical race outside of a Disney park, but let me just say Disney always does it right and it is always fun when you do a race with them.<br /><br />*Beverage Stations that provide water and Power Ade</div><br /><div><br />*Medical Stations that provide help with running issues such as Vaseline for blisters and chaffing, analgesics, and sports cream for muscle pain. Consultation and assistance is available to those with other conditions that have arisen during the race.<br /></div><br /><div>*Food stations throughout the course that provide fruit, energy gels, and even candy.<br /></div><br /><div>*Music and entertainment are spread throughout the course.<br /></div><br /><div>*CHARACTERS!!! There are lots of characters in unusual outfits or characters in groups that aren’t usually found in the parks.<br /></div><br /><div>*For an additional charge, there is a special VIP lounge at the end of the race that has a special post-race meal and special Meet and Greets with characters.<br /></div><br /><div>*For an additional charge, fans can join a special cheering group that allows them special seating in the grand stand at the finish line.<br /></div><br /><div>*Post race food and drinks are available, as well as Meet and Greet opportunities with marathon-clad characters.</div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-24767131693934557112009-10-26T14:59:00.000-07:002009-10-26T15:02:21.361-07:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg61n2pZEIrWVHyTo_EndmYfjouf7wqNTW-MtyV1fEyYpzBbH2iQoCp1y54Zqz85ya6nX_dl_G-u6B-YpuF1AOejnJ6rQbpBDnYjXa7SmGPM5ryAUWCq2sH_ZFzffhn7EvGIl_J1FoJSxw/s1600-h/dlhalf11.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397032384754403682" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg61n2pZEIrWVHyTo_EndmYfjouf7wqNTW-MtyV1fEyYpzBbH2iQoCp1y54Zqz85ya6nX_dl_G-u6B-YpuF1AOejnJ6rQbpBDnYjXa7SmGPM5ryAUWCq2sH_ZFzffhn7EvGIl_J1FoJSxw/s320/dlhalf11.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Training<br /></strong>First let me get something straight, I am not an expert runner. I have never claimed to be. However, I have run a lot of races over the years. I have found there are as many opinions on training as there are pins in the parks. Everyone has a different approach and a lot of them work. You have to find what works for you. For the scope of the discussion here, I am not going to get into every nuance of running and the training needed to complete a race, but I will give a few pointers.<br />-There are numerous websites that can help you get a program designed for your lifestyle and goals. Some of them that I have found helpful are <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/">http://www.runnersworld.com/</a>, <a href="http://www.halhigdon.com/">http://www.halhigdon.com/</a> and <a href="http://www.jeffgalloway.com/">http://www.jeffgalloway.com/</a>. They each have programs that are designed with different levels of expertise and training programs for different distances.<br />-The best advice that I can give someone is never miss your “long run”. The goal for this weekly run is to train and acclimate your body to a longer distance than the week before.<br />-Stick with your program. Unfortunately, there are a lot of people that don’t take the training serious and they don’t finish.<br />-During my training for the marathon, I always had my ipod loaded with motivating music and interesting podcasts (such as the WDW Radio Show). The long runs can be, well, long and entertainment helps keep you moving.<br />-The most important piece of equipment for running is your shoes. Get the best pair of running shoes that your budget will allow. Specialty running stores often will analyze your gait to help you determine what shoes would work best for you. Of course, select shoes that feel good as well.</div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-13400332522645775932009-10-24T16:23:00.000-07:002009-10-24T16:30:40.833-07:00Going for Disney Bling<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBECzCzeMWFPf6OzbvlvsENIKQpNp7E2orIoNiuhZEzHUV5jBEPkqEbK5lknilp-p849AWUbEdsojsn2-WtAGSQdsbHtXK4atMgrzPc5nCgKlmem_prWxG5X4wrzDICQmGv6zcj6qnHbE/s1600-h/disneyland+september+2009+part+3+174.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5396312774647443266" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBECzCzeMWFPf6OzbvlvsENIKQpNp7E2orIoNiuhZEzHUV5jBEPkqEbK5lknilp-p849AWUbEdsojsn2-WtAGSQdsbHtXK4atMgrzPc5nCgKlmem_prWxG5X4wrzDICQmGv6zcj6qnHbE/s320/disneyland+september+2009+part+3+174.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcoDHk8UB4-BoubxPg5dnHAnz-KqZB4Vo8u8S3F8IAtaqSMk2cRmRw926Ia7uv2VtYqi6xAFlPkvg3BrNS7zw3X1NOSFyEE3k1j6c6iwqiJgpUjd1rF2LHvSpQ7o8ybjbbVrzK12LpnD8/s1600-h/disneyland+september+2009+part+3+147.JPG"></a><br /><br /><div><em>In the next few blog entries, I will highlight aspects of running races at the Disney parks. Enjoy.</em></div><br /><br /><div><br />Imagine a day of fun, magic, characters, and visiting the theme parks of Walt Disney World. You may think this is just the average day in Orlando, but for some this day includes lifelong achievement. Crossing the finish line at the Walt Disney World Marathon can be the highlight of your year. In some cases, it may be the highlight of your life. On January 11, 2009, I lived such a dream. It was something that I never dreamed possible. Not only had I finished a marathon, but the Walt Disney World Marathon. Excitement was an understatement.<br />The Walt Disney World Marathon is one of several events that are held during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Usually held the second weekend in January, Marathon Weekend includes a Family Fun Run 5K, Kids Races, the Walt Disney World Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and the Walt Disney World Marathon (26.2 miles). For some very brave individuals, they may attempt to finish both the Half Marathon and the Full Marathon which is called the Goofy’s Challenge. Upon completion of these races, there is some serious bling involved. Donald Duck is the sponsor of the Half Marathon and his image is emblazoned on the medal. Mickey Mouse heralds the Full Marathon as his race with the Mickey medal as the prize. For those “crazy” enough to attempt the Goofy Challenge, they receive not only the Donald and Mickey medals for their races, but also the coveted Goofy medal for completing both within the time guidelines.</div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-44236994933328140362009-09-19T09:18:00.000-07:002009-09-19T15:13:40.252-07:00Fashionable D23 Jewelry<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP9egQRSSM1FR5uc_vAfMcRLbjuvrr7Kv85MAGkCRNDk6Zc0IM1S42F58Ilm4h8z5LxjqkrwMgxI1mwpsjC0LN9xPXV3t0jOl7bRtgria6cdq8ZwWrecz8CgVF0vT97ozGbuWHyUJ6M0I/s1600-h/D23+Jewelry+001.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383219882077491122" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP9egQRSSM1FR5uc_vAfMcRLbjuvrr7Kv85MAGkCRNDk6Zc0IM1S42F58Ilm4h8z5LxjqkrwMgxI1mwpsjC0LN9xPXV3t0jOl7bRtgria6cdq8ZwWrecz8CgVF0vT97ozGbuWHyUJ6M0I/s320/D23+Jewelry+001.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEPJ8zmDA4dUJxKYPpbUx8uoQMPyXq6F_k8bb4r0uZkJiO05gK7wcNR572BHkj3fFSuWzCqK2TVBXBZSHVa7iqK39JkjWNEmbHfzN5wRNIWYF9vWFcqOj9ZgQEiMQ5bP4gi9ezjO4JTEQ/s1600-h/D23+Jewelry+002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383219422673717794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEPJ8zmDA4dUJxKYPpbUx8uoQMPyXq6F_k8bb4r0uZkJiO05gK7wcNR572BHkj3fFSuWzCqK2TVBXBZSHVa7iqK39JkjWNEmbHfzN5wRNIWYF9vWFcqOj9ZgQEiMQ5bP4gi9ezjO4JTEQ/s320/D23+Jewelry+002.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cebtfhQvga1JBmH-xrdioKHXZzDqkqa3bG1k7cc1x_SQ5us6daT7JF22NjbAHVDRm_fvN9ME_QclBK4A4jXi6h3lWGTHuWkkIugY2Bfs-WN1e5mV2PnT8iZzHqTOsg_IwN2MAiPxZZU/s1600-h/D23+Jewelry+003.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383218108755588274" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cebtfhQvga1JBmH-xrdioKHXZzDqkqa3bG1k7cc1x_SQ5us6daT7JF22NjbAHVDRm_fvN9ME_QclBK4A4jXi6h3lWGTHuWkkIugY2Bfs-WN1e5mV2PnT8iZzHqTOsg_IwN2MAiPxZZU/s320/D23+Jewelry+003.JPG" /></a> Of course every princess needs her jewels, but I need my Disney inspired bling. Since becoming a member of D23, I have found the desire to let the whole world know that I love Disney and am a proud member of D23. Fortunately, the Disneystore.com has this princess in mind. Exclusive to D23 members, D23 jewelry is interesting, unique and stylish. </div><div>I have such a story to tell about this charm bracelet. My very gracious sister loaned this piece to me before heading out to Anaheim last week for the Disneyland Half Marathon and D23 Expo. By the way, it's nice having a sister that is like minded when it comes to Disney. Back to the story, on the first day I headed into Disneyland I had the bracelet on. I was so excited to see Disneyland and the very first stop was definitely Space Mountain. After about an hour of checking out the park on my own, I made my way over to Disney's California Adventure to meet some of my running friends. The first thing one of them said to me was how much they loved my necklace. Immediately, I looked at my wrist to show them the bracelet and to my despair it was not there. In order not to bore you too much, let's just say after several hours of making lost and found reports at the park and the hotel, I still had no idea where the bracelet was. Later in the evening, my mother suggested that I check with Space Mountain. The first cast member that I approached called down to the loading platform and she was told that they might have it. You can't imagine how relieved I was to hear that they had found it. She sent me down the exit ramp and the cast member at the loading platform asked me to describe it. He shortly handed it to me and I was so happy til I realized that two of the charms were missing. The other part of the puzzle was that it wasn't broken. Since these cast members were on a different shift than when I lost it, they had no idea where it was found or anything. It was still a relief to at least to get part of it back.</div><br /><p>The sterling silver charm bracelet (originally) features a D23 tag, "Mickey" tag, Swarovski incrusted Mickey glove charm, Mickey head and square charm with a cutout Mickey. As you can tell, the later two are the ones that were missing.</p><br /><p>The necklace that I refered to earlier is composed of a silver chain, D23 luggage tag and Swarovski Mickey head.</p><br /><p>And finally, the last item is a D23 Key chain. It too has a D23 luggage tag and Swarovski Mickey head as well.</p><p></p><br /><br /><div><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-14423070847382894192009-08-23T17:31:00.000-07:002009-08-23T17:54:00.258-07:00Walt Disney World around 1979When I was about 9 years old, my parents took my sister, brother and me to Walt Disney World for the very first time. I wish I could recall more from this trip. We spent only one day there. The other days on our vacation were at Cape Canaveral and Sea World. I just love looking at what everyone was wearing. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGYYINfBiRUtBlCt55Q69IDA4xrWBjss8zszrGZAs5sMX7ypoFk86EcLhmVTISv7mqt-CxoXdDwa2ejXZfkxjgBoAiW4pa1KHdnS4fEsKbugYaEyBG9T7hCHCaFF4uL13HqKbY8h_96zc/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0006.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373324384483353746" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 258px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGYYINfBiRUtBlCt55Q69IDA4xrWBjss8zszrGZAs5sMX7ypoFk86EcLhmVTISv7mqt-CxoXdDwa2ejXZfkxjgBoAiW4pa1KHdnS4fEsKbugYaEyBG9T7hCHCaFF4uL13HqKbY8h_96zc/s320/Scan_Pic0006.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuh1cJ07svxx-c2ZATQXdLWQmr9BLqbDqPCR9s5CZ3VzazAwMAuAZYcwgD5BUxEPxs56JDqCfsu8iX0crj75TRzP_UEYln-m3-_OlfUEWeQlvl1wsfT_sbnOX4cLlQpwmxwl_SwTfQSe0/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0003.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373321737293096178" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuh1cJ07svxx-c2ZATQXdLWQmr9BLqbDqPCR9s5CZ3VzazAwMAuAZYcwgD5BUxEPxs56JDqCfsu8iX0crj75TRzP_UEYln-m3-_OlfUEWeQlvl1wsfT_sbnOX4cLlQpwmxwl_SwTfQSe0/s320/Scan_Pic0003.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9lSPkpEHsYAjFyC9AKXBzv8RLiBGizkPI_YrgyvWEh9LJ2MxnML73KYNkEd_L6Z2CcSW65-XwDyN-SEJQx6v4YEtHqRORPf2ffjU-fzBoSzl-pSMeYjjZoCdyci_PhapqK3S5n01BPRU/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0007.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373322243652038770" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9lSPkpEHsYAjFyC9AKXBzv8RLiBGizkPI_YrgyvWEh9LJ2MxnML73KYNkEd_L6Z2CcSW65-XwDyN-SEJQx6v4YEtHqRORPf2ffjU-fzBoSzl-pSMeYjjZoCdyci_PhapqK3S5n01BPRU/s320/Scan_Pic0007.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicPnrFydpjfCwyRnMcUZCsiq5jjgrlncp2I1mB_J9zfOCXJprQoQoY2EWl4UAQcVPS8AnsRO6IMfyt0tXjCwOyMepwQQoK0-vUBlLfZ6JqESgYObyj-bwRTI28Slnrwiyu37ZSwlnWZ9w/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0004.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373322058934860882" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicPnrFydpjfCwyRnMcUZCsiq5jjgrlncp2I1mB_J9zfOCXJprQoQoY2EWl4UAQcVPS8AnsRO6IMfyt0tXjCwOyMepwQQoK0-vUBlLfZ6JqESgYObyj-bwRTI28Slnrwiyu37ZSwlnWZ9w/s320/Scan_Pic0004.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje5LD1GSfsF15AgMVw9n6wrkAQ5OqaoMFCJZMvdtgU0zncj_7XvVq4GoW91EInlDmFrgbdBeUJqkLADz1i8CUGHLLRw8Lhy_DJdGJ4d4O0fRPC4hU4EHOp8V9HyK7Bzt0d-qPduxAoaa0/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0006.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVGSddDXxDhLDH5OFfN2WxNwYMrmBQcA0MOIXv_8qN-Bhr7gwbvASNS13l_uXAe_vlZaXmHMwvwTKvk0odO6ehNH6MiHD1i36MTVentxBLxukwJCgxIaIqYQ__5ttOq4QnW61pPBIzNDk/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0005.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373321900836861586" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 257px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVGSddDXxDhLDH5OFfN2WxNwYMrmBQcA0MOIXv_8qN-Bhr7gwbvASNS13l_uXAe_vlZaXmHMwvwTKvk0odO6ehNH6MiHD1i36MTVentxBLxukwJCgxIaIqYQ__5ttOq4QnW61pPBIzNDk/s320/Scan_Pic0005.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div> </div></div></div></div></div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-76534173083787017502009-08-22T15:27:00.000-07:002009-08-22T15:30:32.595-07:00Video of 2009 Walt Disney World MarathonHere is a short video of my journey at the 2009 Walt Disney World Marathon. Rebecca Stapleton is a dear friend of mine that trained with me (and kicked my butt as well). Her husband, Brad, made this short video.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11uO3KgH4go">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11uO3KgH4go</a>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-81869804335978178802009-08-22T14:18:00.000-07:002009-08-22T14:31:28.267-07:00The Lion King essay contest for D23 members<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiBXnKbUDOUWEnZ_BwOPyscsewDRcfo_BvBBB99Zlb11eAfTCoYO79fOtZtGj4_6NBMEicM2fpAvVpSaiCMw5G2XtA2jKURUX-aIBKX2n9qj3d5VGP9Zg7C472iUaePtyYqbdE3WV5ROY/s1600-h/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+050.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372901015490838066" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiBXnKbUDOUWEnZ_BwOPyscsewDRcfo_BvBBB99Zlb11eAfTCoYO79fOtZtGj4_6NBMEicM2fpAvVpSaiCMw5G2XtA2jKURUX-aIBKX2n9qj3d5VGP9Zg7C472iUaePtyYqbdE3WV5ROY/s320/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+050.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>D23 is the official community of Disney fans. On March 10, 2009 I became a member on the very first day of its existance. Not only can I say that I am "23", but I can say that I have been "23" from day one. </div><div>After the initial introduction of D23 to the world by Disney, they also announced several member only events and contests. One of those contests was an essay contest. The prize was a trip to Las Vegas to see the musical "The Lion King". In your essay, you had to describe what was meaningful to you about the movie <em>The Lion King</em>. I did submit an essay, but sadly did not win. However, I am still proud of what I had to say. Hope you enjoy it.</div><div> </div><div><span style="color:#993300;">Parents have their ways of driving you crazy sometimes. Take this one instance; I am about to leave and my dad wants to know if I was taking my cell phone. Did I have sunscreen on? Did I eat anything? Take a cell phone, are you serious? Then, my mom blurts out, “you’ll be just fine. See you at the finish line.” Of course, this was easy for her to say.<br />In the movie the Lion King, Simba represents every child in this world that wants to live his own life. He finds that despite trying so hard to become his own lion, the voice of his dad, Mustafa, reminds him to be the best Lion King that he can be. In the end, Simba finally embodies the bravery and leadership that his dad had possessed in his life to overcome big challenges. <br />I believe that we all have a little bit of Simba in us. When growing up, we try so hard to keep our distance from our parents. We can deny their influences on our lives, but inevitably our parents mold us into the people we become. Even after they leave us, their presence is evident in the chooses that we make, the people that we love, and the life that we live. <br />That day I did finish. I spent six hours completing one of the biggest feats of my life, the Walt Disney World Marathon. The realization of this accomplishment was due largely because of the influence of my parents. They had always reminded me to believe in myself. Not only had I become a hard working adult, but a person always striving to do her best. I was my parent’s daughter. <br />By the way, the cell phone did come in handy. I should have known.</span></div><div><span style="color:#993300;"></span> </div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764835510460390917.post-68701232599746461872009-08-22T12:46:00.000-07:002009-08-22T14:34:57.873-07:00Welcome by Mo Jo<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3tAYOdtSQBKhfPDmcQA6oKzTGUH6BPC34MjzT3tuqR4TuEEZs0wc6N-PDyRocwkaEHoehRzEjMBs9aPHp9t_6_Wwrc9DklK_cfnnrXVs-ituPNXJJBhSIqDGBYmdBqkYMFTt1_8YDb0/s1600-h/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+342.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372878874221940530" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie3tAYOdtSQBKhfPDmcQA6oKzTGUH6BPC34MjzT3tuqR4TuEEZs0wc6N-PDyRocwkaEHoehRzEjMBs9aPHp9t_6_Wwrc9DklK_cfnnrXVs-ituPNXJJBhSIqDGBYmdBqkYMFTt1_8YDb0/s320/Disney+World+Marathon+2009+342.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div>Life is too short to not enjoy yourself. And when you find something that makes you happy, you should incorporate that something into your life. Well, that something for me is Disney. I absolutely enjoy all aspects of Disney. From my childhood, Disney played an integral part of my entertainment. However, in my teenage years, I thought I was just too grown-up to enjoy Disney movies and the parks. Unfortunately for me, it took me several years between childhood and adulthood to figure out that it's ok to not only enjoy life, but to enjoy life "in Disney style".</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>In my new blog, I want to explore different ways to live life "in Disney style". From running races in the Disney theme parks to finding the perfect Disney fashion statement, it's time to have fun and be fancy free.</div><br /><div></div>MaryJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10099463033593157491noreply@blogger.com2