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Magic Kingdom: 1985

Alright kids, next week I will be in Walt Disney World and away from the internet.  So, like any good Dad I will leave you with a present before I go.  Here are a few pictures I selected from my Aunt and Uncle's honeymoon in 1985, enjoy!


I love this shot, check out the old Tomorrowland entrance, not to mention the Astro Blasters.


I like this classic Tomorrowland, now it just seems so busy.


Who doesn't love the old barker bird.


This is my Aunt Nanette, you might recognize her from my earlier post where she was pictured with Dream Finder.


Welcome to Hell!


We made it! All he lost was the sleeves to his shirt (that is not my uncle).


Is this from If You Had Wings?

If you want to keep up with my WDW Adventures, follow me on twitter: @donniedisney.  See ya real soon!






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  1. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Why, yes. Yes, that was If You Had Wings!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Not only did he lose the sleeves to his shirt, he lost the legs to his pants.

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  3. TokyoMagic!March 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Classic! Thank you for sharing these. I miss WDW and DL's white Tomorrowlands! Why was the POTC barker bird removed???

    Have a fun and safe trip, Donnie!

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