Desktop: Just in time for Halloween

Mickey's garden over in Mickey's Toontown Fair has some pumpkins that seem to be doing quite well. So well, in fact, that they are both huge and also in the likeness of their caretaker. Now the next question in - how would one of these look carved with, oh, say, Mickey's face?

Boat and bird

Outside the Mexico pavilion is another boat - and this little fishing one is making a nice perch for this gull. The seagulls aren't nearly in the mobs that they used to be a few years ago (which makes eating at the Cantina all that much more enjoyable) although on my last trip they still went after the McD's fries like they were going out of style. Wait, they are out of style at the parks now...

Watch where you sit

The colorful chairs in the Pizzafari are decorated to match their surroundings - in this case we're dining in the room where the creatures either carry their homes with them or have shells (snails, beatles, etc.). So be sure to take a quick look at your chair before you get ready to chow down on some pizza to see just who else is occupying your seat...

Friday night movies

It's Friday, the weather is kind of, well, meh, and you are in need of a good movie but out of ideas (this is going to be a long, cold winter isn't it?). Don't fear, over at the Backlot Express they are here to help. Continuing the tradition of stage crews and prop shops everywhere they have decorated areas with show promotions from past gigs. There is a little bit of everything for everyone here so take your time reviewing it all and then start revving up the popcorn popper. I, for one, have Bedknobs and Broomsticks ready to go for tonight so I'm all set. Now where did I put that extra butter?

Hidden Mickey - entrance plaza

This hidden Mickey is not the easiest to find but as you are entering the park take a quick look behind you. The stainless steel ticket reader has this classic Mickey cut into the surface. I couldn't tell if it was a speaker or just ornamental touch...

Hello? Hello?

The National Telephone Authority is still active in Harambe - good luck with your cell phone out in the wild. I love this old sign still hanging up across the street from the Tusker House, it adds a bit more of realism to the neighborhood. I wonder if they get a good deal with their service out there...

Neck calibration work

A bit of a different chiropractor is needed at Test Track, this one comes with a tool box and wrench set. If you look closely the dummy has a lei around its neck. Put there on purpose by Imagineers, an item found at the end of the day in the queue that the CM's placed on the dummy, or a gift from someone over at Polynesian? Who knows - but a creative touch no matter what!

Desktop: Welcome to Muppet Vision

At DCA their Muppet Vision queue is completely different than the MGM queue and neighborhood. This sign, complete with the 3D sign that Gonzo has in the opening of the movie, is outside their DCA home. That moving 3D is a nice bit of hidden foreshadowing... Sadly, in one of the recent refurbishments the facade lost most of the faces on the pipes and other utilities outside the building...

Jumbo sized Magna Doodle

I loved playing with the magna doodles when I was a kid. But this huge one in the queue at the Space Ranger Spin takes it to a new level, here are all the secrets behind the XP-37 Space Cruisers. Ion cannons, cysrallic fusion power unit, you have everything you need to fight Zurg. And now that you have seen what you're piloting you are ready to go.

Hey - can't you read the sign?

One of my favorite signs, whether on New York Street or on the streets of New York, the No Standing signs are perfect for photos. For those that haven't tried it - get your photo taken while you are standing under the sign some time. While this one is slightly dated (more of an 80's era sign, but the No Parking sign is still a standard sign design) it is just one more detail to add to the feel of New York Street. Though I miss the old NYCT bus they used to have parked on the street...