The window with a lamp - Page 6

Not Afraid · 04-10-2006, 09:25 PM

I have many pictures to download.

Cadaverous Pallor · 04-11-2006, 10:11 AM

Here are my pics.

It was a dream come true. I can't imagine how I've come so far in only 5 years of Disney geekdom. Six years ago I didn’t know the apartment existed.

I never expected to experience this ever. I feel very blessed and lucky. All of us wished that everyone could be there.

It really was akin to a religious experience. By the time we walked up the back stairs I was more excited than I've been in a long time. Nancy, our guide, told us that she wanted to make sure Walt wasn't sleeping, so she had ML ring the doorbell. Just a silly, soft-hearted moment like that sent a quick thrill up my spine. What if he really was in there?

As we walked in, all the sillyness evaporated leaving us with the stillness of the Apartment. We walked with our hands behind our backs until Nancy offered us a seat. It felt like a bizarre movie, as we all sat down with the utmost care.

I thought of how Chris always talks about our group oral history as Nancy began telling us the stories. We sat with eyes shining as she spoke of Him sleeping here as Disneyland was built...of Him entertaining His family here...of the one and only time a reporter got a picture in here. I sat right next to The Lamp, not daring to put a hand near it. We looked on at the artifacts, the things He'd had, in the room He had lived in, in His Park.

I was hushed and awed and inspired.

Then it was out onto the porch where we still felt the tingle of being up here but without the delicate touch. I've never had breakfast food that's that good at Disneyland. Ready when we came in, served hot and fresh, with china and linens. All manner of tea and coffee, hot chocolate and orange juice, fruits and bagels and pastries, cheesy scrambled eggs and sausage, and as much of it as we could stuff ourselves with.

We were there a long, leisurely time. Then ML ushered us out the door and over to the train station where the Lilly Belle was waiting for us. Waiting! The grand circle tour flew by the windows but I was so involved in being inside this amazing car to even notice. Ambassador Becky was telling me about working with Steve Martin when we were passing Primeval World.

It was a morning I’ll remember forever. Many, many thanks to ML for making this possible.

MickeyLumbo · 04-11-2006, 08:23 PM

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It was a morning I’ll remember forever.

and i as well. i am so very happy that you could join me! i love your account of our magical visit and thank you so much for sharing the pics.

awesome picture of your reflection!!!

DreadPirateRoberts · 04-11-2006, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Here are my pics.

It was a dream come true.

Great pictures. Thank you for sharing them.

innerSpaceman · 04-11-2006, 11:08 AM

^ What a wonderful account. Mui magical.

Gemini Cricket · 04-12-2006, 05:59 AM

CP ~ Thank you for sharing your account of the visit to Walt's apt. As a true Disney Geek I had goosebumps reading it.

MickeyLumbo ~ Darling, can I just say that you are without a doubt one of the coolest people I know? What a sweetheart! What a wonderful host and ambassador for Disneyland! What an amazing experience.

MickeyLumbo · 04-12-2006, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

What an amazing experience.

it was amazing. and the word "amazing" doesn't quite cover it. one cool thing was the timing of our VIP round trip on the Lilly Belle. when we returned to the Main Street station, we were led off the train to discover the Mayor of Main Street hosting the re-dedication ceremony and Mickey and Pals marched up the steps. it concludes with the opening day speech by Walt and a dove release.

it was a gift, beautiful gift box and a stunning ribbon and bow!

i only wish that i could have invited more.

katiesue · 04-12-2006, 11:14 AM

Great pictures. I too have goosebumps. What an honor.

Tito's Kitten · 04-12-2006, 01:55 PM

Seriously you all are so lucky and priveleged!! I too got goose bumps and am envious as hell yet I am so happy for all of you!!! And that little bit about ringing the doorbell to make sure Walt wasn't sleeping is one of those touches that makes you believe in the magic. HIS magic. Good report and photos you lucky ducks!!!

Not Afraid · 04-12-2006, 08:09 PM

Well, I still haven't downloaded my pics, but the memories will never fade. What an incredible experience this was. I don't remember every being in a place that filled me with such incredible awe. I was almost speechless. We walk in Walt's footsteps often at Disneyland, but to be in the two place that were designed especially for he and Lillian is beyond amazing. I'm not always one for hero worship so I was a bit surprised by the coplete reverence I felt while in HIS apartment. HIS Tom and Jerry set, HIS toaster, HIS and HER beds and collections.

The apartment is very small and cozy, not at all grand as I expected. It is tastefully decorated with antiques Lillian collected herself. The predominant color is red and it is a very comfortable place to hang out in - even for the short time we were there. The pictures are all of family or of the beloved park. Each chair has a littly footstool in front of it done in needlework with a doily protecting it. There is a lovely Victorola and another music cabinet that played rolls similar to a player piano. The kitchenette was mostly for bar use with the Tom and erry set on the counter, a toaster, and a variety of glassware. An old potholder was in the drawer. It was a perfect little get-away spot, near the bustle of the Park but removed and relaxing. The patio was such a reat vantage point to view the rest of the park. The sounds from Main Street could be heard as well as the "Hokey Pokey" dancers in the Jungle Cruise. Later on, the gunshots from the Hippo pool could be heard. We could feel the excitement of the park but were in our own private sanctuary. Walt and Lillian (and their guests) must've felt the same way.

I am so privledged to have been a part of the group that got to experience something that I never thought I'd see. Thank You ML for inviting me along on this incredible journey.

I will cover our ride on the Lilly Belle and the ghosts of doiley's past in another post.

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Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	I have many pictures to download.
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Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	Here are my pics. It was a dream come true. I can't imagine how I've come so far in only 5 years of Disney geekdom. Six years ago I didn’t know the apartment existed. I never expected to experience this ever. I feel very blessed and lucky. All of us wished that everyone could be there. It really was akin to a religious experience. By the time we walked up the back stairs I was more excited than I've been in a long time. Nancy, our guide, told us that she wanted to make sure Walt wasn't sleeping, so she had ML ring the doorbell. Just a silly, soft-hearted moment like that sent a quick thrill up my spine. What if he really was in there? As we walked in, all the sillyness evaporated leaving us with the stillness of the Apartment. We walked with our hands behind our backs until Nancy offered us a seat. It felt like a bizarre movie, as we all sat down with the utmost care. I thought of how Chris always talks about our group oral history as Nancy began telling us the stories. We sat with eyes shining as she spoke of Him sleeping here as Disneyland was built...of Him entertaining His family here...of the one and only time a reporter got a picture in here. I sat right next to The Lamp, not daring to put a hand near it. We looked on at the artifacts, the things He'd had, in the room He had lived in, in His Park. I was hushed and awed and inspired. Then it was out onto the porch where we still felt the tingle of being up here but without the delicate touch. I've never had breakfast food that's that good at Disneyland. Ready when we came in, served hot and fresh, with china and linens. All manner of tea and coffee, hot chocolate and orange juice, fruits and bagels and pastries, cheesy scrambled eggs and sausage, and as much of it as we could stuff ourselves with. We were there a long, leisurely time. Then ML ushered us out the door and over to the train station where the Lilly Belle was waiting for us. Waiting! The grand circle tour flew by the windows but I was so involved in being inside this amazing car to even notice. Ambassador Becky was telling me about working with Steve Martin when we were passing Primeval World. It was a morning I’ll remember forever. Many, many thanks to ML for making this possible. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	^ What a wonderful account. Mui magical.
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04-12-2006, 05:59 AM	#6
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	CP ~ Thank you for sharing your account of the visit to Walt's apt. As a true Disney Geek I had goosebumps reading it. MickeyLumbo ~ Darling, can I just say that you are without a doubt one of the coolest people I know? What a sweetheart! What a wonderful host and ambassador for Disneyland! What an amazing experience.
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katiesue Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,678	Great pictures. I too have goosebumps. What an honor.
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Tito's Kitten Still in love with Ben Gibbard Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: where soul meets body Posts: 180	Seriously you all are so lucky and priveleged!! I too got goose bumps and am envious as hell yet I am so happy for all of you!!! And that little bit about ringing the doorbell to make sure Walt wasn't sleeping is one of those touches that makes you believe in the magic. HIS magic. Good report and photos you lucky ducks!!! __________________ Who the hell needs a damn signature anyway?
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04-12-2006, 08:09 PM	#10
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Well, I still haven't downloaded my pics, but the memories will never fade. What an incredible experience this was. I don't remember every being in a place that filled me with such incredible awe. I was almost speechless. We walk in Walt's footsteps often at Disneyland, but to be in the two place that were designed especially for he and Lillian is beyond amazing. I'm not always one for hero worship so I was a bit surprised by the coplete reverence I felt while in HIS apartment. HIS Tom and Jerry set, HIS toaster, HIS and HER beds and collections. The apartment is very small and cozy, not at all grand as I expected. It is tastefully decorated with antiques Lillian collected herself. The predominant color is red and it is a very comfortable place to hang out in - even for the short time we were there. The pictures are all of family or of the beloved park. Each chair has a littly footstool in front of it done in needlework with a doily protecting it. There is a lovely Victorola and another music cabinet that played rolls similar to a player piano. The kitchenette was mostly for bar use with the Tom and erry set on the counter, a toaster, and a variety of glassware. An old potholder was in the drawer. It was a perfect little get-away spot, near the bustle of the Park but removed and relaxing. The patio was such a reat vantage point to view the rest of the park. The sounds from Main Street could be heard as well as the "Hokey Pokey" dancers in the Jungle Cruise. Later on, the gunshots from the Hippo pool could be heard. We could feel the excitement of the park but were in our own private sanctuary. Walt and Lillian (and their guests) must've felt the same way. I am so privledged to have been a part of the group that got to experience something that I never thought I'd see. Thank You ML for inviting me along on this incredible journey. I will cover our ride on the Lilly Belle and the ghosts of doiley's past in another post.
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