Talk about controversy! Back in February '09 (yeah, I'm late to the party), it's a small world (no, they don't capitalize it) re-opened following a massive overhaul. Mechanics were repaired, dolls were cleaned up, costumes were laundered and pressed, sets were painted and re-glittered, lighting and sound were upgraded, boats were slightly re-designed...you know, the usual, but all fairly unnoticeable changes. One thing, however, that is noticeable, is the Rainforest characters have moved to the South America room. This was to make room for a new "Spirit of America" display, featuring cowboys, farmers, and Native Americans frolicking through the countryside, with an exit through the Hollywood Bowl. Um...okaaaay...
Whatever. Here's where things get interesting. The addition of 29 characters from Disney and Disney*Pixar films has been made to the ride. That's right. Twenty-nine characters are floating (some literally) through it's a small world, making it a 15-minute game of Where's Waldo. Also, the music was remixed to include snippets of movie themes. This has caused some fans to get their Mickey ears in a bunch.
Purists are crying foul. Many are saying that it's just Disney trying to advertise (although, if you're already in the park, I think that job is done), and protest groups have formed. Seriously. Think about that for a minute. People have joined protest groups against it's a small world. I'd link to one, but they all seem to have disappeared. If anyone finds one, please send it to me. I'd love to get their side of the story.
Now, I can't post any pictures here, due to copyright, but here's a link to some fantastic shots. You can also find more here, here, here, and here. I'd like to know what you guys think. Personally, I'm a little mixed about it. Some of the characters fit in beautifully, and a few even blend into the background. I'm a little sad that my surfer boy is gone, but Lilo and Stitch have replaced him, and I'm okay with that. The Three Caballeros seem a little too far centerstage, and Cinderella seems completely out of place. I'm really not sure how I feel about it. I love when rides are renovated--really! Like anything else, rides grow stale without freshening up. In this case, though, I don't really see the point, and I'm afraid it's detracting from the overall message. On the other hand, little kids sure seem to like it, and really, isn't that what it's there for? Let me know your opinions in the comments section.
Well, I messed up this morning, and forgot to pull anything out of the magic bag o' samples. I was running late for my hair appointment, and coffee trumped experimenting. Please forgive me.
Anyway, so as to not leave anyone hanging (in the event anybody even cares about the sample of the day), I thought I'd tell you about the cool stuff Jessica, my stylist, put in my hair. I don't own this, and therefore don't use it everyday, so you could argue that, technically (love all the commas!), this might be considered a sample. Sort of.
Jessica sprayed my damp hair down with Agadir Argan Oil Spray Treatment. According to sleekhair.com:
This spray treatment is ideal for applying to longer hair lengths for ease in coverage, enabling protection from heat appliances and a smoother comb through. Agadir Argan Oil Spray Treatment instantly repairs and adds elasticity to dry, damaged, frizzy hair. It hydrates, conditions, smooths and shines.Yes. Yes, it does. My hair feels amazing, my curls are shiny, and there is not one single frizzy hair on my head. It's not the first time she's used it on me, and the results are always the same. Retails for $23.99 for 5.1oz, sleekhair.com, and I highly recommend it.
aagh. it's a small world. that brings back memories. mostly of being sunburned as all holy hell, stuck in a boat with my two youngest cousins, both of whom were terrified and screaming.
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