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My name is Jennifer Retzlaff and I became a lifelong Disney fan during my first trip to Walt Disney World in 6th grade. From that moment, Disney became a big part of my life. I live in Iowa with my husband and two kids who are growing up too quickly for my liking. I started introducing my love for Disney early to my family with a Disney honeymoon and then trips when our youngest of 18 months. Since then, our family has been to Walt Disney World over five times and we continue to plan and dream for the next trip. I love the magic that Disney brings to people through the theme parks, cruises, adventures and movies they create. As a teacher, I try to bring that magic into my classroom to help kids believe that “If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It.” I recently reached a dream of mine as I joined Magic Vacation Planner as a personal travel advisor. With this team, I can now help others plan magical vacations. As a passionate writer, I also have my own blog at magicalvacationsbyjen which is also where you can follow me on instagram for trip reviews along with tips and tricks for your next magical vacation.

Beautiful Blue Sequined Loungefly Wristlet is Must Grab

Disney has so many Loungefly backpacks and more that it is hard to determine which one we want on our Christmas list. A new one hit the shopDisney site this week and we absolutely love it as well. The Minnie Mouse Sequined Loungefly Backpack- Wristlet is small in size but big on style, this Minnie Mouse backpack wristlet with silvertone ...

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Adopt Your Very Own Porg!

These adorable creatures became fan favorites when they showed up in the Star Wars franchice. Now shopDisney is allowing us to have our very own with a new Porg Plush. Turn to the cute side and embrace the power of the Porg with our soft, snuggly plush that features flapping wings and sound effects. This fuzzy friend will win your ...

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Delicious Winnie the Pooh Tsum-Tsum Inspired Pumpkin Bites

If you have a rumbly in your tumbly like Winnie the Pooh, you will want to try out these Winnie the Pooh Pumpkin bites from Disney Family. The are inspired by Tsum Tsum and are almost too cute to eat. Ingredients -1/2 cup pumpkin, chopped into pieces-3 tablespoons fine caster sugar-1/2 cup glutinous rice flour (or plain flour)-Melted chocolate, for ...

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Head to the Underworld with this Hades Themed Cocktail

We are excited to try this drink inspired by the king of the underworld. Halloween Costumes posted this new cocktail and mocktail recipe and it looks dangerously delicious. Credit: Halloween Costumes Hades’ Underworld Lagoon Drink Recipe: -1 part vodka -1 park blue curacao -4 parks lemonade -ice cubes Hades’ Underworld Lagoon Mocktail Recipe: -1 part sparkling Blue Lagoon-1 part blue ...

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Magical Mickey Mouse Breakfast

Oh, Boy! Start off your morning with a hearty breakfast featuring Mickey Mouse himself. This is a perfect way to start off the day! Ingredients -Sliced bread-Mickey Mouse cookie cutter-1/2 teaspoon of butter-One egg-Strawberry jam-Blueberries-Bacon Directions  Place a slice of bread on a cutting board. Press your Mickey Mouse cookie cutter in the center of the slice of bread and ...

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More Sweet than Scary: DIY Mickey Paper Bag Scarecrow

This adorable paper bag scarecrow from Disney Family is more sweet than scary. This is a fun activity for the family to do together and a great fall decoration to add some Disney to the house. What You’ll Need -PDF from Disney Family-Scissors-Craft paper (black, white, red, pink, orange, and yellow)-Brown paper lunch bag-Glue stick-Glue dots-Black permanent marker-Pencil-Brown colored pencil-Rafia ...

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Hello Fall! Welcome Fall with a DIY Winnie the Pooh Wreath

Welcome the fall and all this pumpkin with this adorable DIY wreath featuring our favorite silly old bear, Winnie the Pooh! Disney Family provides an easy video and a step-by-step guide to bring this fantastic wreath to your house this year. What You’ll Need Wreath made of twigs, branches, or strawScarfFaux autumn leavesAcornsPine conesSmall piece of wood (about 2″ x ...

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Make some Magic with Mickey Themed Kitchen Items

Baking and cooking are a must during the holiday season. Now we can add some Mickey fun to the mix with these adorable themed Mickey Mouse kitchen items. Take a look at what we found on shopDisney!   Start off by getting your outfit ready with this fun Mickey Mouse Apron for Adults – Disney Eats . We love the ...

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Wake-up with Mickey Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

Pumpkin-spice you say? Yes please! Start the day off on the right foot with this healthy, pumpkin flavored overnight oats from Disney Family. Ingredients: For the Oats: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 3/4 cup pumpkin puree 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup carrot or carrot-orange juice 1/2 cup Greek or coconut yogurt 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon vanilla ...

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Design Autumn Fairy Leaf Table Toppers

While planning for Thanksgiving, consider making these sponge-painted leaves from Disney Family to help dress up your Thanksgiving table. Get the whole family involved in this creative activity. Inspired by the autumn fairies of Pixie Hollow that bring colored leaves to fall, these leaves use craft paper and transform them into beautiful creations just like the fairies. What you need ...

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