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Ah, yes... a very active club at Memmingen. There was no satellite TV in those days, and the exchange was the size of a closet, so we made our own fun. Being primarily twentysomethings and military, fermented beverages were the focus of much activity. The town was tremendous - I love Bavaria...

Yup - I was stationed there from 86 to 89 - how about you?

Stuff that bugs me about this whole situation: - As several have already mentioned, there's likely more to this story than we're hearing. 17 year olds aren't generally in the habit of taking a whole lot of responsibility for their actions. If they really were just hanging out, then I...

A Pirates retheming of Adventureland would be great, if it happens. With the exception of the refurbished POTC, this land has been neglected for so long, it's like a trip back to 1985 every time... with fewer places to eat. A tavern? In Magic Kingdom? Not that it's a bad idea, but I can't...

Tax-free in Florida Thanks for the reminder, Mom... Floridians, tax-free for hurricane supplies started today until the 12th, so it's a great time to get prepped and save that 7 percent. Now, if it'd just rain... I got the car washed yesterday - that's usually a rain magnet.

Does HP have legs for this to be permanent? Assuming the last movie comes out in 2009 to 2011, and JKR sticks to her promise of "no more Harry," is HP so beloved that the land will be relevant in 2020? Sure, on the one hand, something like Dr Seuss is good to go pretty much ad infinitum. But...

Definitely take the Western Beltway - still unspoiled, and rarely anyone on the road. Just follow it 14 miles to exit 8 (Western Way/Hartzog Rd) and head right onto the property. You can take a look at the Western Way property before it turns into the Motel Kingdom, and it beats US 27 about nine...

Pretty much everyone in Central Florida knows that the Mouse would rather settle for a nice sum rather than go to court. Looks like some strip mall lawyer with a commercial during Judge Mathis or Tyra is going to be getting themselves 20 or 25K for the cost of filing. Didn't see any injuries -...

When my ex- (DRC cast member) and I were still together, we always got a sweet deal at HoJo west, way out on 192. Good rates, but clean and a big pool. The pub was nice too - there were a lot of Brit tour groups billeted there.

I was managing my parking garage in Tampa back in '05 (at the Beer Can, for any locals) and relieving the booth cashier. I was wearing my yellow polo with Mickey on the left breast (from Disney Outlet). A very pleasant guest, upon exiting, told me that I was 'a brave man.' Glutton for punishment...

It's a radler - grosse delicious!

NOAA just activated the weather radio (Saturday at 3pm EDT)... Florida Highway Patrol has closed I-10 and I-75 near Lake City due to low visibility and smoke. I-95 is the main alternate into the state. Lots of folks on their way to the World looking for rooms tonight in Valdosta...

It's bad today, but not as bad as yesterday. They just came over the NOAA radio that 75 and 10 are closed up in Lake City due to fire/smoke (Saturday at 3pm EDT). Washed the car Thursday, and by yesterday after work it had a nice coat of ash. The state EOC says they're slowly getting the fires...

Key Motel on 192 next to what used to be Xanadu House of the Future (now Available Commercial Zoned of the Future). Got stuck in LBV a few years back with no transport back to Tampa. Couldn't afford the rooms near Disney, so I hoofed it to Kissimmee - lo and behold, the Key was $21 a night...

Growing up in Washington state, the smell of coconut suntan lotion always reminds me of Anaheim (didn't get to the World until I was 26). Diesel reminds me of working on my dad's fishing boat. Smoke reminds me of EPCOT (the Roman scene on SSE) and pine reminds me of Christmas at Wilderness...

Thanks, Figmentmom... I may give this a try! Ah, yes... Tact and Respect... Hallmarks of the 21st Century Teacher ("Okay, let's put away cells and iPods and get your notes ready..." Repeat 32 times a period. During the post-test review: "Why do you think you didn't pass?" "Because you...

Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin' - Journey

There's a ton of mature folks working the parks once school is back in session, then lots of snowbirds from Halloween until Memorial Day. If you ever have the chance, come on a weekday in February - I think older cast members are the biggest group there... and that's a pretty good thing...

Try living down here - between the scooter gangs and the 10-year-old Grand Victorias going 45 on the Interstate all winter long, we look forward to the summer when they head back to Bedford Falls or wherever. No wonder their kids and grandkids leave town for their vacations right around the same...

Welcome! WDW Magic is a terrific board, great moderators, and very little flaming. I think "magic" has been a big part of Disney since Snow White - a long line of fairy godmothers, witches, and wizards. Even late in Walt's career, magic was still a big marketing tool - WDP's biggest hit in the...