Potato Head!

Last month we went to Disneyland. One of the fun things we did was stuff a potato head toy for my grand daughter's Christmas gift. It took us about 45 minutes. About half way through the ordeal we found out that they were out of EARS! I was a little annoyed, but decided to have fun anyway and continue on. When we got home I realized that you couldn't buy ears by themselves. I didn't want to get another whole Potato Head because I knew it would be hard for my daughter to store it.

I turned to the place that solves all my problems.....eBay! I couldn't believe my eyes, there was a seller who was selling Potato Head ears for $.47 a pair! How amazing is that? So, I bought two pairs and now they are safely in my Potato Head waiting for Christmas.

We had a fun time stuffing this guy. You can stuff a smaller box for about $19.00 (I think it was) but this guy was $49.00.



Mr. Potato Head Hints

A popular souvenir is the all-you-can-fit-in-a-box Disney-themed Mr. Potato Head toy. This is available at Engine Ears Toys, just inside the entrance of Disney's California Adventure, For a flat fee you get as many parts as you can manage to fit into the provided box, or a bigger plastic potato head, as long as it closes and is not bulging. Here are some hints for getting the most for your money when buying this toy:

• If possible, buy one or more basic Mr. Potato Heads while you're still at home. You can get one cheaply from a discount store (or even a thrift store or yard sale, if you're really frugal). The head sold at Disneyland is the same as the standard ones sold elsewhere, and it's the bulkiest part. Since will take up a lot of room in the box, skip it and load up on the Disney-exclusive parts! You may be able to make up multiple complete sets if you buy the heads separately.

• If you do buy the head at Disneyland, be sure to open up the back and fill it up with parts! This is allowed.

• Be sure to get plenty of arms at Disneyland. The arms are different from the standard arms that you can get elsewhere, and they allow you to attach special Disney items like Mickey ice cream bars, video camera with Mickey ears, balloons and autograph books. They also have the famous bride and groom mickey ears.

This is such a fun activity and I am sure kids would love doing it. When we were there, during the 100° fire time, it was cool inside. And...they will deliver it to your room, if staying at one of the resort hotels.

For more cool Disneyland tips, go HERE.

McCafe, who knew?

A few days ago while channel surfing my husband and I stumbled upon a show on the travel channel called World's Best Fast Food Stops. The guy they were interviewing plans his vacations around McDonald's that he has never been to. I was strangely intrigued with the idea of this kind of vacation, but not enough to give up my Disneyland trips! It was truly an educational program. Lots of information but what I was truly amazed to find was there are McCafe's!


Apparently there are a few of these and they don't sell the regular McDonald's items. Armed with this knowledge I promptly went to my favorite stop, eBay!

I found this great espresso cup and saucer and bought it for my husband! It came today and I am so happy with my find! It is nice and heavy and has a great "feel". Can't wait to see him have his espresso in it! It seems pretty "rare", as I have not found any others for sale. Here is the description:

THIS ITEM WAS A SAMPLE AT THE WORLD WIDE OWNER & OPERATOR CONVENTION IN 2000!


I am still amazed at the concept of a McDonald's coffee shop. I wonder if the coffee is any good?