I used to post here quite a bit. I tend to be more in the positive bucket as opposed to the negative. I always new, though, that when Iger and company messed with Epcot, they were entering sacred cow territory. Any changes made, regardless of size, would be fervently scrutinized - and yes, even including those innocent directional signs.
I recently lambasted Iger and company on these boards due to increased pricing and return on value. But I don’t mind change at all. We are going in mid December for some holiday cheer and I honestly can’t wait. I think the central spine and hub look great, and my wife and I are very excited for Luminous.
I just remember, however, when concept art was first published for the Epcot changes. The turn in mood on the forums was palpable. This was akin to messing with someone’s religion. I used to look forward to Martin’s posts in the past, his little hints that something was going to be happening - who can ever forget Tick…Tok in the Sorcerer’s Hat thread, or his jaw hitting the floor post about the changes to DHS. Classic. I was afraid that this would stop after Epcot changes were announced. And to me it seemed that they did. I felt that most insider posts sort of ceased when the walls went up at Epcot. The excitement kind of died here.
I check only every so often anymore. People are always welcome to express their opinions. Some will never like some of the changes while some will always defend them. I’ve just decided to try and enjoy stuff more at my age. I will be interested to see how this next decade turns out for the company.
