My Oh My, What A Wonderful Day!

Hello there my pixie dust princesses and princes, do not fear, I am still here. Ooh, a rhyme, I like those! So, my late summer/beginning of fall period has been incredibly busy with new adventures and long adjustment periods. Each week I will try to have a good balance and variety of posts. Without further ado, I give you today's post:

"My oh my, what a wonderful day"! Ah, I just love these lyrics from the token song "Zip-A-Dee Doo-Dah" (from the 1946 film "Song of the South"), known from it's Splash Mountain rendition with all the cute forest critters welcoming you after the huge plummet! This phrase just exudes pure happiness. And let's be honest, don't we just love those days where we can exclaim this phrase with pure honesty and sheer joy? I know I do. Some days you may say, well I wish I could say today was a wonderful day, but x happened, and it kind of bummed me out. We all have days like that, and it is completely normal! Yet, what if you totally tried with all your heart and mind to block out those "x"'s in our life. All the trivial things, people we don't want to deal with, and other frustrating situations. Of course we can't rid of these things, people and situations completely, but we can choose how we decide to deal with them. I know this is a lifelong battle, a daily struggle that people deal with, but I know when I decide to really cherish even the smallest, seemingly minute daily pleasures, that day will turn out to be infinitely better.

Lately, even I, The Pixie Dust Princess has found myself getting into new situations where things don't always go as planned. Yet, I have really been trying to focus on the good, the fun, the exciting. Even taking something boring or dull, like a rainstorm, and dancing in it. I actually took that old phrase, and lived it the other day (wearing no rain gear, mind you) and I had the time of my life. Dealing with difficult situations is never easy, and nobody said it was going to be. Sometimes, life just happens, and we really do need to "keep calm and carry on."

Princesses don't wait for others to make a move, they do their own thing, and therefore, they become special heroines in their own right. Princesses give to others even if they don't have much themselves. Princesses make the conscience decision to forgive and forget, even when it seems too difficult. Princesses find the little joys in life that keep so many going day after day.

We, as Princesses of our own Kingdoms, need to realize that even thought there is plenty of pixie dust in the world, sometimes, it can take a while to find it. That is why I write this blog, to hopefully help someone through a tough day, or to grant a smile or a dream. Princesses give and love, and hopefully this Fall, you can begin your journey to becoming your own person who doesn't need to rely on others for pixie dust. That way, when you do run across someone or something that is so pixie-dusted, it will make it that much more special.

Wishing for Lots of Pixie Dust in Your Weekend, 

The Pixie Dust Princess 

Happy September! It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Today marks one of my favorite days of the year- the first of September. To me this date alludes to all the fun and fantasy the fall season brings. It signifies the trips to the apple orchard, pumpkin picking, warm boots, chunky sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and all of my favorite holidays. I know I have been terrible with the updates recently, but it is for a personal reason. I'm embarking on a new adventure, and so far, it has been incredible. Once I get into the swing of things for the fall, I will be posting on a Monday, Wedneday, Friday schedule. I just wanted to check in to let you know the Pixie Dust Princess is alive and well, and incredibly happy, too. I'm looking forward to sharing my favorite season with you, and delving into more Disney stories, more advice, and of course, more pixie dust. 

If you have any ideas for upcoming blog posts you would like to see (pertaining to Fall/not) let me know in the comments! 

Love and Pixie Dust Always, 

The Pixie Dust Princess

NEW lesportsac Disney Fall Collection

So, I know I just did a post about the new Vera Bradley collection, yet there are more Disney bags on the market this fall!!! The newest collection by lesportsac is inspired by It's A Small World!

What I love about lesportsac bags is how functional they are. Quality isn't the only thing I look for in a bag, though. This pixie dust princess loves her cute patterns! Luckily, lesportsac has got plenty of them.



I can't wait to buy a bag- I'm really loving the backpack in the black pattern!

Are you loving this collection, too? If so, what are you looking to purchase (or what catches your eye if not)?


Lots of Love,
The Pixie Dust Princess

P.S. Follow Me on Twitter @PrincessofPD
It's quite a lot of fun, actually! I'm glad I joined!

*image courtesy of leblog.lesportsac.com*

A Pinch of Positivity ~Creativity~

When I first created this blog, I decided that I didn't only wish for it to be a place Disney fans could receive the latest Disney news and creative tips, but a place to share inspiration and positivity. That's why today I am making it a goal for myself to write a "A Pinch of Positivity" post at least once a week. Us Disney fans have a lot in common- not only a love and passion for a creation that is so fantastic, but also many of us share inspiration to create, to be unique and to be ourselves in a world that needs the beautiful talents of special people. 

For today's pinch of positivity, I wanted to remind you that you can always create something new. This remarkable ability is a beautiful gift we were all blessed with, because no matter how big or small this creation is, it will make a difference. Whether it be only you that see this creation, or your family, friends, or even a wide base of admirers, it has the ability to influence more creativity (even if it within yourself!). 

I know when I started this blog, I had been inspired by other Disney and positivity- based blogs, and I had always wanted to begin my own blogging endeavor. This summer I finally put my love of writing, Disney, and positivity to the test. I truly hope with all my heart that just one person has been inspired to do something a little more creative in their lives after reading any of my blog posts. That's the great thing about creativity: once you have enough passion, you can always spark a little (or a lot!) of passion within another. 

Maybe a reader has tested out a few Beautifully Disney makeup products, or has decided to go on a new snack hunt in one of the Disney parks. Each of these small activities can create so much wonder in ourselves that can lead to more creativity and pure fun. 

I know sometimes people can take this "inspiration borrowing" as copying, yet I do believe imitation is the largest form of flattery. I know it takes a while to take in this concept and fully appreciate it, but just think; if you are inspiring others to do something the same or similar to what you do, doesn't that mean you've created something so enticing that others just need a bit of your creativity and passion in their lives?

The world needs more passionate human beings, and passion begets creativity and creativity begets passion. It is a beautiful cycle that leads to more discoveries, happiness, laughter, and hope. 

Now, this weekend, I urge you to create. Maybe you've always wanted to draw- try it, you might like it, or even better, you could see some potential within yourself. Possibly you've been dying to take a spontaneous road trip- you never know what adventures are awaiting you. Try something new, get creative, and remember our pal Figment . . . all it takes it "one little spark"!

Your Créatrice *French for Creator*

The Pixie Dust Princess

*image courtesy of google images*

**p.s. Aren't those WDI imagineers so wonderful that they could create Figment (the cute purple dragon pictured above)? Figment urges visitors at EPCOT daily to use their imagination and create! Thanks, WDI, for inspiring ME <3**

Disney Legend Marty Sklar's New Book!!!

If you didn't already know, The Pixie Dust Princess is a self-proclaimed bibliophile! In other words, I adore books- especially about Disney! Well, Marty Sklar's new book Dream It! Do It!: My Half Century Creating Disney's Magic Kingdoms sounds just like my cup of tea! I cannot wait to get my hands on a copy of this sure to be intriguing autobiography. If you don't know who Marty Sklar is, I will inform you a bit about this truly amazing man. Mr. Sklar has been with Disney ever since he was a college student, and has been through adventures with Mr. Disney himself, along with obtaining high ranking positions with the Disney Company such as International Ambassador for WDI. He is a Disney legend (seriously, he was awarded this high honor back in 2001) and has been an incredible asset to the company. I am just giddy with excitement to buy a copy, and will be sure to post a review as soon as I am done!  

 

 

 

Also, Marty is hosting book meet an greets in both Disneyland (this Friday!) and Disney World (in September). These little meet and greets would be an incredible chance to meet an inspiring legend of the Disney Parks worldwide.

 

 

Let me know in the comments if you plan on picking up a copy or are lucky enough to be attending one of the meet-ups!

 

Your Sparkly Bookworm,

The Pixie Dust Princess

 

*photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog*