The Happiest Place on Earth

By the time I was 14, I had been to Disneyland at least five times. Five memorable times that I could remember, so that probably means more times than that. I used to think that Knott's Berry Farm was my favorite theme park of all time, and I think it still is because it is cheaper and has more thrilling rides. But there's a reason Disneyland is called the happiest place on earth, and I certainly consider it a part of my childhood, and I've been wanting to go there again for quite awhile.

Here's some more of my thoughts on the big D:

1. When was your most recent trip to Disneyland: The year before I moved to Washington. So 2004 or 2005?

2. Which ride in DL do you believe has the most "Disney Touch" to it: I think the Dumbo ride if I had to pick any ride in the park, even though I hardly ever go on it any more. Perhaps the tea cups as well, because they are so whimsical.

3. Which ride in DL do you believe was the most expensive to make: Probably Space Mountain because of all the extra effects that go into it. Or the Matterhorn because it is so huge.

4. Which attraction in DL do you believe is the best to ride at night: Matterhorn because it goes faster and is spookier. Also, once when I went to DL and Disney California Adventure (I wanna go there too again!) with my girl scout troop, we rode the Disney equivalent of Big Foot Mountain (where you sit in a boat, ride a raft, and get wet) six times in a row because there was no line. It was one of the best times of my life.

5. What do you go for first at DL, roller coasters or thrill rides: I like going to Pirates of the Caribbean because it is my favorite and it usually takes a long time, followed by Indiana Jones, because it's the "newest ride" for people of my generation. I will usually go on the Jungle Cruise towards the end, if at all. it is also important to note my family is the type to go on rides in order, for efficiency's sake.

6. What is your favorite "Mountain (BTMRR, Matterhorn, Splash, Space)" at DL: Splash or Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (Space is my least favorite)

7. If you could bring a attraction from any other Disney Theme park to DL, what would it be and why: Flying Over California from CA Adventure

8. What do you think of the DCA expansion plans (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCsmQPwxiP8): I'm too lazy to watch the clip but I'm sure it's fab. Meanwhile I have not even seen the new Tower of Terror at CA Adventure or the Buzz Lightyear ride at DL.

9. Have you ever worked at DL: I wish!

10. What was the longest trip you have ever taken at Disneyland (# of days): 1 day

I Wish I Could Just Do a Virtual Tour

Finally! My mom couldn't wait any longer. Pictures of my residence hall room for this year. Some of you will be getting an updated address email from me when I get the time.

Here's my door with the door decks the other RA's made me. The one in the upper left corner is the one Russell (my partner RA) and I made. It's a route sign, because our theme is road trip/start your engines. I have since gotten even more door decks, so my door is nice and full.

Vanity and Armoire

Courtney's Papasan Chair and my Ottoman

Desk Area with computer and TV (notice the arrangement of my keys and phone plus the to do lists. OCD much?)

My room color scheme is based on this brown and pink butterfly chair and the matching ottoman in the picture before last (sorry for the ugly blue ethernet cord, our wifi is a joke)

My fridge alcove, bookshelves, and other bulletin board

My artfully arranged pictures

Pink Polka Dot Bedspread! Body Pillow!

Housekeeping area (laundry, trash, recycling, compost)

Hope you enjoyed that. Residents move in tomorrow (Saturday). RA training has been thorough to say the least, hence the less than frequent posts, but hopefully things will be back to normal soon. Wish me luck!