Wednesday

Focused on the Magic Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop: Illuminations

Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

Would you like to link up your #DisneySide photos and blog hop with us? They can be from your blog, Instagram, Flickr, Twitter, Tumblr or SmugMug. You get the idea. The Link-up is at the bottom of this post.

This week's theme is "Unforgettable".

Reflections of Earth Illuminations | Focused on the Magic

In case you've forgotten, the opening narrative:
Good evening. On behalf of Walt Disney World, the place where dreams come true, we welcome all of you to Epcot and World Showcase. We've gathered here tonight around the fire, as people of all lands have gathered for thousands and thousands of years before us, to share the light and to share a story -- an amazing story, as old as time itself, but still being written. And though each of us has our own individual stories to tell, a true adventure emerges when we bring them all together as one. We hope you enjoy our story tonight: Reflections of Earth.

Reflections of Earth.Epcot World Showcase | Focused on the Magic

Do you have an unforgettable memory?

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday photo...

Cinderella Star Lily James Opens Up to D23 Plus Secrets Behind Marvel's Avengers: Age of Ultron


CINDERELLA STAR LILY JAMES OPENS UP TO DISNEY TWENTY-THREE ABOUT THE MAGIC OF MAKING THE NEW FILM

D23 GETS AN EXCLUSIVE BEHIND–THE–SCENES LOOK AT DISNEY’S LIVE-ACTION FAIRY TALE. PLUS, JOSS WHEDON REVEALS THE SECRETS BEHIND MARVEL’S AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON AND BRITT ROBERTSON TAKES US TO TOMORROWLAND

Disney Release – With Cinderella set to grace movie theaters on March 13 in Disney’s new live-action adaptation of the beloved animated classic, Disney twenty-three, the publication of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, sat down with the creative team to get all the details—from the tiniest mouse to the biggest pumpkin coach. And star Lily James opens up about her first nerve-wracking day of filming, taking on the role of one of the most iconic princesses, and the challenges of dancing in a spectacular couture creation. 

Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop: Action!

Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

Would you like to link up your #DisneySide photos and blog hop with us? They can be from your blog, Instagram, Flickr, Twitter, Tumblr or SmugMug. You get the idea. The Link-up is at the bottom of this post.


This week's theme is "Action"

The Great Movie Ride , Disney Hollywood Studios |Focused on the Magic

Indian Jones Stunt Spectacular | Focused on the Magic|


Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show | Focused on the Magic |


Do you have a favorite action packed scene or attraction?

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday photo...

Monday

Kingdom Camera Rentals Giveaway – Fun Package Rental with $120 in Equipment


Do you enjoy taking pictures at Walt Disney World? Want to try out a different DSLR setup or lenses on your next trip?
Kingdom Camera Rentals Giveaway – Fun Package Rental with $120 in Equipment


We've teamed up with a great group of bloggers to offer one lucky reader a One Week Fun Package Rental from Kingdom Camera Rentals which will include $120 in equipment or lens rentals. Kingdom Camera Rentals offers quality products at a reasonable price and their customer service is awesome.
If you are ever traveling to Walt Disney World and want to try out a new DSLR Camera or new lens, we highly recommend Kingdom Camera Rentals.

Sunday

Cinderella - 2 Trailers + Spectacular Images

The all new trailers and images from the spectacular new live action film CINDERELLA has me very excited. Have a look and you will be too. 
CINDERELLA live-action feature film inspired by the classic fairy tale.

CINDERELLA is a live-action feature film inspired by the classic fairy tale. “Cinderella” brings to life the timeless images from Disney’s 1950 animated masterpiece as fully-realized characters in a visually-dazzling spectacle for a whole new generation.

Cinderella Stunning Images + 2 New Trailers

Disney's Cinderella Official US Trailer 2
Trailer #1 
 

Synopsis & Movie Info:


The story of “Cinderella” follows the fortunes of young Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remarries following the death of her mother. Eager to support her loving father, Ella welcomes her new Stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But, when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family.

Soon, she is forced to become their servant, disrespected, covered in ashes and spitefully renamed Cinderella. Yet, despite the cruelty inflicted upon her, Ella will not give in to despair nor despise those who mistreat her, and she continues to remain positive, determined to honor her mother’s dying words and to “have courage and be kind.”

When Ella meets a dashing stranger in the woods, unaware that he is really the Prince (Richard Madden) and not merely Kit, an apprentice at the palace, she believes she has finally found a kindred soul. It appears her fortunes may be about to change when the King (Derek Jacobi) summons all maidens in the kingdom to attend a royal ball at the palace, raising Ella’s hopes of once again encountering the charming Kit. Alas, her Stepmother forbids her to attend and callously destroys her dress.

Meanwhile, the calculating Grand Duke (Stellan Skarsgård) devises a plan to thwart the Prince’s hopes of reuniting with Ella and enlists the support of the devious Stepmother. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand. Soon, a kindly beggar woman (Helena Bonham Carter) steps forward and, armed with a pumpkin, a few mice and a magic wand, changes Cinderella’s life forever.

Cinderella - 2 Trailers + Spectacular Images

Directed by Academy Award® nominee Kenneth Branagh (“Thor,” “Hamlet”) and starring two-time Academy Award winner Cate Blanchett (“Blue Jasmine,” “Elizabeth”), Lily James (“Downton Abbey”), Richard Madden (“Game of Thrones”) and Academy Award nominee Helena Bonham Carter (“The King’s Speech,” “Alice in Wonderland”), “Cinderella” is produced by Simon Kinberg (“X-Men: Days of Future Past,” “Elysium”), Allison Shearmur (“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1”) and David Barron (“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1”) with Tim Lewis (“Edge of Tomorrow”) serving as executive producer. The screenplay is by Chris Weitz (“About a Boy,” “The Golden Compass”).

“Cinderella” will be released through Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures on March 13, 2015.


Deb (Focused on the Magic)

Deb is a wife, mom to 2 fine young men (one with Learning DisABILITIES), a rescued mom to furbaby Einstein, creative planner, green gardener, social media maven, savvy shopper, sassy lover of travel, movies, coffee, food, laughter, life and always planning her next magical photographic adventure.

Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday Linky Party + Blog Hop: #Disney Love

Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

Would you like to link up your #DisneySide photos and blog hop with us? They can be from your blog, Instagram, Flickr, Twitter, Tumblr or SmugMug. You get the idea. The Link-up at the bottom of this post.
This week's theme is "Disney Love" in celebration of Valentine's Day on Saturday.
Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop, Disney Linky Party, Focused on the Magic  #DisneySide photos, Theme is "Disney Love" in celebration of Valentine's Day


Disney Linkup Party celebrates Disney Love this week.


Do you have a favorite Disney couple?

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday photo...

Tuesday

Disney's 101 Dalmatians Diamond Edition on Digital HD, Blu-Ray Combo Pack + Valentines Printable

Just in time for Valentine's Day! Give the gift of puppy love and family love. Your little ones can make (with your assistance) delightful Dalmatian Valentines to share too.

 Disney's 101 Dalmations Diamond Edition available for the First Time on Digital HD, Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Disney Movies Anywhere and On-Demand, February 10th 

Disney's 101 Dalmations Diamond Edition is available for the First Time on Digital HD, Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Disney Movies Anywhere and On-Demand, February 10th.
Our family is absolutely smitten with Pongo and Perdita and their cute-as-can be puppies.


Saturday

Giveaway of Doc McStuffins: Cuddle Me Lambie Disney DVD

No one gives better cuddles than Doc’s warm and fuzzy best friend! She’s a princess and a ballerina, and she’s always there for toys that need an extra helping of tender loving care. Just say three little words: “Cuddle Me Lambie.”
Doc McStuffins and the whole gang to help Lambie in "DOC McSTUFFINS: CUDDLE ME LAMBIE," DVD Giveaway

Assist Doc McStuffins and the whole gang to help Lambie get over her broken heart in "DOC McSTUFFINS: CUDDLE ME LAMBIE," now available on Disney DVD!

Join Doc and the whole gang as they laugh, play and have a ball fixing boo-boos and discovering great ways to stay happy and healthy. Celebrate the power of true friendship as new, sparkly heart toy Val shows Lambie there’s plenty of love to go around. Meet Donny and Alma’s monster creation Charlie – who turns out to be very sweet and not scary after all. Then, see how Lambie gets out of a super-sticky jam! Bursting with five song-filled episodes and cuddles galore, this “hug-stravaganza” is magical fun your little one will adore!

**The Giveaway**

  • One lucky Focused on the Magic readers will receive a Doc McStuffins: Cuddle Me Lambie DVD ($15.00 Value)
  • Please allow 6-8 weeks for shipping.
  • The giveaway will run from now until 2/14/2015 Midnight EST.
  • The winner will be chosen by random number generator via Rafflecopter after verification of entries and notified by email. The number of eligible entries received determine the odds of winning.
  • To officially accept the prize the winner must reply by email within 24 hours. Make sure that you provide an email address that you check regularly.
  • Any taxes or other charges that may be part of the prize are the winner’s sole responsibility.
  • The giveaway is open to United States residents only.
  • You must be over 18 years of age and you guarantee that you are eligible by entering.
  • No purchase is necessary. One entry per person per household, email, IP.
  • The winners will be announced on the Focused on the Magic Giveaway page, after the winner has accepted their prize.
 Be sure to return tomorrow to complete the daily entries.

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Good Luck and Have a Happy Valentine's Day!

About Deb (Focused on the Magic)

Deb is a wife, mom to 2 fine young men (one with Learning DisABILITIES), a rescued mom to furbaby Einstein, creative, green gardener, savvy shopper, sassy lover of travel, movies, coffee, food, laughter, life and always planning her next magical photographic adventure.

Wednesday

#Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop: February Calendar Shot

Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

Would you like to link up your #DisneySide photos and blog hop with us? They can be from your blog, Instagram, Flickr, Twitter, Tumblr or SmugMug. You get the idea. The Link-up at the bottom of this post.

There is a theme that you can follow if you wish. This week's theme is "Your Calendar Shot" for February. I had a tough time choosing just one picture to be featured for the whole month on my desktop calendar. February is one of my favorite months for a Disney World trip. The weather is beautiful which makes it easier to get some good pictures and there are always new things to see and do.
What's your favorite time of year?
Focused on the Magic Calendar Shot for February Wordless Wednesday


Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday photo...

Sunday

Silent Sunday in the Parks

Do you have pictures that *speak* for themselves that you would like to share? I've been sharing mine off and on for awhile now and thought you might like to join in by linking up your Silent Sunday posts below. I would love to see your pictures!

Silent Sunday is a fun creative challenge and a break from blogging articles. You may even gain some inspiration for your next picture taking adventure. I know I do.

Today we are taking a little virtual photo walk through Disney's Animal Kingdom. One of my favorite things to do on a beautiful day.






 Which park is a favorite of yours to snap and stroll in?

Silent Sunday at Focused on the Magic

Time to link up your Silent Sunday in the Parks...
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