The Spirited Sixth Sense ...

[Little Orange Bird]

But from what I saw, and I could be wrong, he was the only one calling people mentally unstable. Sorry if I offend you guys but that stuff gets under my skin. Especially if those people are my friends. That's why I called him out. Not trying to be an to you guys. Just want people to show a little more respect and think about what they're posting. I'm sure you can understand that.

Dude, who are you? You create a new account and pretty much come of out nowhere and make smart comments. You could have at least introduced yourself, first. We don't know who you are. Plus, Captain Chaos wasn't the only one making comments.

 

[Californian Elitist]

But from what I saw, and I could be wrong, he was the only one calling people mentally unstable. Sorry if I offend you guys but that stuff gets under my skin. Especially if those people are my friends. That's why I called him out. Not trying to be an to you guys. Just want people to show a little more respect and think about what they're posting. I'm sure you can understand that.

Trust me, I wasn't offended by your comment, and I don't think you're being an . I understand where you're coming from. All I'm saying is you came out of nowhere and jumped in. It was weird, especially for a first post. It was a surprise. That's all I'm saying. No offense taken here.

 

[Little Orange Bird]

Trust me, I wasn't offended by your comment, and I don't think you're being an . I understand where you're coming from. All I'm saying is you came out of nowhere and jumped in. It was weird, especially for a first post. It was a surprise. That's all I'm saying. No offense taken here.

I understand how odd that is. Haha. This thread actually popped up on twitter and I was getting a good laugh about everybody's reaction to our tweets until Chaos started calling out one of my friends. That's when all hell broke loose. One hell of a first post though right? Haha

 

[Californian Elitist]

I understand how odd that is. Haha. This thread actually popped up on twitter and I was getting a good laugh about everybody's reaction to our tweets until Chaos started calling out one of my friends. That's when all hell broke loose. One hell of a first post though right? Haha

Yes, odd, indeed. It's the Internet. If you expose yourself to the Internet, you're exposed to all types of comments. This isn't the first time the "mental health" comment has been thrown out. We call each other other names, too. "Doom and gloomers", "pixie addicts"... It's really no big deal. If I got ed every time someone called me a name or whatever else on the Internet, I wouldn't be present here at all. Where is the friend you speak of? If they were offended, why aren't they here and you are?

 

[pheneix]

Yes, odd, indeed. It's the Internet. If you expose yourself to the Internet, you're exposed to all types of comments. This isn't the first time the "mental health" comment has been thrown out. We call each other other names, too. "Doom and gloomers", "pixie addicts"... It's really no big deal. If I got ed every time someone called me a name or whatever else on the Internet, I wouldn't be present here at all. Where is the friend you speak of? If they were offended, why aren't they here and you are?

"Foamer" is my favorite of the theme park pejoratives because it actually is used within the upper echelons of WDPR and WDI to describe the people who post on these message boards. I guess I would count among the foamers but I think I got a rabies vaccination at Hogwarts. I don't get the same enjoyment out of these public spaces that certain others do; "looking for the childhood that never was and never will be"

 

[Californian Elitist]

"Foamer" is my favorite of the theme park pejoratives because it actually is used within the upper echelons of WDPR and WDI to describe the people who post on these message boards. I guess I would count among the foamers but I think I got a rabies vaccination at Hogwarts. I don't get the same enjoyment out of these public spaces that certain others do; "looking for the childhood that never was and never will be"

Yes, that's right! "Foamer" and "fanboi"... I knew I was missing some names. I guess all fans are "foamers" to an extent.

 

[Gabe1]

Yes, odd, indeed. It's the Internet. If you expose yourself to the Internet, you're exposed to all types of comments. This isn't the first time the "mental health" comment has been thrown out. We call each other other names, too. "Doom and gloomers", "pixie addicts"... It's really no big deal. If I got ed every time someone called me a name or whatever else on the Internet, I wouldn't be present here at all. Where is the friend you speak of? If they were offended, why aren't they here and you are?

It is all entertainment. I might object to something, but I have the ability to move on. Sadly some can't move on and remember it is entertainment. Oy. Too bad for them. Maybe that is their entertainment I guess. I can't wrap my brain around all that. Life is too short for trivial bickering prolonged.

 

[pheneix]

Yes, that's right! "Foamer" and "fanboi"... I knew I was missing some names. I guess all fans are "foamers" to an extent.

Man, its late as hell and I don't want to keep writing but this little skirmish on the internet tonight has been fascinating to watch. I think one of the first posts I ever made when I started poking around on this message board again was about how the Disney online community is like this eff'ed up real world construct of "Cool Hand Luke."

You first show up at this theme park which is already a sterile hyper reality of the real world with all these stupid rules and people you have to follow. Truthfully with the wristbands and the guest tracking, visiting WDW really is like being admitted into prison so I think the analogy really does hold merit, but I digress.

So after showing up at this theme park with all these rules, WOE BEFALL YOU if you wind up in one of these hardcore Disney circles because you will stumble into a completely new and separate set of rules and "social code" that when violated leads to all manner of drama and insanity. I mean hell, these social circles can't even agree on how to communicate with each other anymore. You think "Twitter" vs "Magic" puts on a show? Interacting in these social circles in real life sometimes takes you to a whole new level of effed up where my "Cool Hand Luke" analogy ABSOLUTELY applies. Say or do one thing that places you outside of the "clique" and you're gonna find yourself on the outside looking in right frakking fast.

Truly, Disney social circles are some of the most judgmental and exclusionary social circles I deal with as an adult. And I don't think I am going out on a limb when I say that the very same people who are sniping at each other over the internet tonight probably had many issues being bullied around and not being accepted in childhood. Pursuing that "childhood that never was and never will be" doesn't justify being a mental child and treating others like crap as an adult.

So go ahead. Call one side of a camp mentally deranged. Maybe it's justified, maybe its not. But the virile and contempt and drama that these communities breed speaks for itself. It's a sad frakking circus. And all of it over a frakking fun park. Please.

 

[SirNim]

that there is a real brown derby.

Was?

Although I was inspired to look up this page which, at first glance, looks to be operated by the actual trademark owners (who licensed the trademark to TWDC) and are still offering a prospectus to potential future franchisees (guessing only international locations would be under consideration, assuming the site is legit and still maintained).

But to the main point of the post, yes: The parks should be considered a gateway to a wider world of experiences. (As an example) I have way more fun strolling the bridges and locks surrounding the Rideau Canal (nibbling on a fresh BeaverTail) than I do wandering around the Canada pavilion and its little river/waterfall. Because one inspired the other. And the inspiration is always more magnificent because it's the source, the spark, the origin of the distilled experience you get at the parks.

 

[Scuttle]

Dude, who are you? You create a new account and pretty much come of out nowhere and make smart comments. You could have at least introduced yourself, first. We don't know who you are. Plus, Captain Chaos wasn't the only one making comments.

I have a feeling this might be leftovers from the mine train expansion thread fireworks the other night.

 

[The Mom]

Just a reminder. Anything you say on social media (including this discussion) can be used against you.
The old adage that warns you to be careful about what you write because it may be made public some day still stands.

 

[wdwmagic]

Hey guys, I don't really see the point of bringing Twitter in here. There are enough complaints around the forums when people take to Twitter to engage in discussion about what goes on in these forums. Now it seems the reverse is occurring. If you want to get involved with Twitter users, best bet is to do it on Twitter, not here. Thanks.

 

[PhotoDave219]

I sympathize with this, and sadly for me it did lead me to a "I think I need to cut some people out of my life conclusion" that you find offensive (having been on the "cut off" side, I appreciate the offense).

The truth is, a lot of us who grew up with WDW and this rabid addiction to it are adults now. And I'm not even speaking of internet ppl anymore, I am speaking of my own real acquaintances (no naming of names!). Sitting here, in adulthood, I have to say WDW doesn't really do it for me anymore. At all. It is impossible to NOT want to talk about and to study because I do have a rabid love for theme parks. But I do not care to visit it.

What does this have to do with people that I have known for years? They're on the other side of this equation. They're addicted to WDW. Even if they don't like what the parks are now, they still come anyway and see the few things they care about and buy insane amounts of retro merchandise and whatever. And you know what? None of these actions are ever going to bring the WDW that we all cared about back. It's gone. Never to return. But my Orlando acquaintances come anyway and then get all depressed and sad when they can't find what they REALLY want. Again, we're talking about adults. Addicted to a theme park. A theme park that makes them miserable that they really don't even like visiting. But they still love it? This is a relentless pursuit of reliving a childhood that never was and never will be. It's not healthy.

So I sit here at adulthood, like you, enjoying a wide range of things outside of Walt Disney World; traveling both around the USA and abroad being among some of those enjoyments. And I have people that I know that will NEVER join me on these adventures. It's not because of money. Not at all. Very rarely do Disney lifestylers have problems finding disposable income. It's because they simply don't care about the world outside. And this gap widens in just about every aspect of my adult life. It's very hard to relate to a person who has no perception of the world outside the zip code 32830.

I'm sorry. When it becomes impossible to relate to a friend I've had for years and its large because I matured and grew up and they did not, I back away from the situation and let them snort up all the pixie dust they want. It's obvious that the road I am taking in life is never going to intersect with theirs at any point along a future timeline.

It sounds like I am running around making friends enemies for no reason. Quite the opposite. Keeping such people close is what really breeds the contempt. Again: not healthy. Not for them. Not for me.

Okay, now I get what you mean. You raise some very valid points.

Then again Im friends wit politicians, athletes, cops, stars, journalists, disney fans, and so on.

 

[Fe Maiden]

Frozen: Global Warming Edition

I guess there's two ways to go Frozen II: Slushie or Frozen II: Freezer Burn.

 

[ford91exploder]

On a totally different subject, how many of you are aware that there is a thriving industry on the Craig's List for people trying to hook up for anonymous encounters of a physical (naughty) nature when they (often with family) visit WDW?

Sometimes, I think I am as naive as a kid growing up in the heartland when people tell me things ...

The book 'The Darker Side of Disney' goes into this subject in some detail.

 

[ford91exploder]

..... I legitimately think those are Law Enforcement posts, trolling for predators.....

I assume a lot of them are, However in any convention town there is a trade in short term concubinage...

 

[ford91exploder]

Okay, now I get what you mean. You raise some very valid points.

Then again Im friends wit politicians, athletes, cops, stars, journalists, disney fans, and so on.

Being friends with politicians ... hmmm, The rest are ok though

 

[Soarin' Over Pgh]

Dear Iger, stop coming up with ideas... you're not good at it.

Can we make this into a banner?

I guess there's two ways to go Frozen II: Slushie or Frozen II: Freezer Burn.

"Melted."

 

[flynnibus]

Don't even know if I should post this. It won't likely surprise anyone. But since I just got a note from an animated fellow ... here goes: Iger wants a Frozen 2 ASAP.

 

[flynnibus]

There can only be one big Queen and it's currently rusting in Long Beach!

Queens and bears are things Disney is never short of... And that's before the latest Disney nature flick