Quote for Though #2

"It takes ten times as long to put yourself back together as it does to fall apart."- Finnick Odair from Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Doesn't this quote just scream 'Fandom problem'? We've all been through tough times in this crazy fandom life, including the time spent waiting for the next book, the constant struggle to contain your comments you just want to scream at the characters, and yes, the death of that one character you cherish in your heart the most. It's tough going at it alone, so grab a friend or two and your road to recovery will be ten times more tolerable.
- The Hidden Minnie

Quotes for Thought #1

I decided to start a new series of postings where I give a quote from any movies, TV shows, songs, or anything entertainment wise that I believe can be found as a source of inspiration or just something to make you smile. This first quote is from one of my favorite songs of all time, "Your Heart Will Lead You Home" by Kenny Loggins:

                           "Funny how a photograph can take you back in time to places and
                            to graces that you'd thought you'd left behind."

Every time I hear this lyric, it really stands out to me because it's totally true. Really, it's weird. I challenge you to find an old photo of yourself from your early years and really try to remember that day the photo was taken, or around that time in your life. You can be surprised on how much a simple photo from long ago can bring just a little bit more joy in your day.

- The Hidden Minnie

New Pixar Sequels On Their Way!

If you thought you were excited for the release of Finding Dory in 2016, break out your super suits and start your engines because it was recently announced that Pixar is working on a sequel for "The Incredibles", their action packed, crime fighting, "Where's my super suit" hit released in 2004 . It was also announced that the third Cars movie is also in the making following up the release of Cars 2 in 2011. Both movies are estimated to hit the big screen between 2018 and 2020, so we've got a long way to go. But don't worry, we can pass the time with new Pixar titles like "Inside Out" coming next summer, "The Good Dinosaur" in 2015, and of course "Finding Dory". Still can't wait that long? A certain Disney movie starring the world's most famous frog, the world's sassiest pig, and probably the world's best group of cameos (aka Muppets Most Wanted) is coming out this Friday. Get ready to start popping the popcorn because it's showtime!

Happy Pi(e) Day!

3.14 is the beginning numbers of pi in mathematics, but to those who show absolutely no enthusiasm for math but who are aware of pi, it's Pie Day!From apple to pumpkin to cherry, there are so many great tasting pie flavors out there, and today is a great day to take over your kitchen and make a sweet concoction of your own. But if you don't feel like making a pie of your own, you can always enlist the help of some great Disney characters to help you make your Pie Day even more magical:

Snow White, along with help from some woodland friends, can really add a personalized design to any pie for a friend.

Fozzie Bear can really take your banana cream pie to the next level by adding a remote control option. Now you can serve pie to you guest without having to leave your seat. But be careful because you never know what could go wrong with flying pie.

Well, from a human's point of view, a pie made by a small ladybug like Francis may not be appetizing, but the ever classic pie in the face is always good for a laugh. (Or maybe a way as a means of defense like Maid Marian does in Robin Hood.)


Finally Rapunzal would really like to help you make pie today because she wants to get out of the tower she has been stuck in for 18 years.

And who wouldn't want Rapunzal's help with making pie? Look at how perfect it is!

Happy baking! (or buying, whatever floats your boat)

- The Hidden Minnie

When In Doubt... Sing!

Whenever I find a need to express my feelings, I express them in the form of a song. Just to clarify, I don't actually write music or anything like that, but I do take songs and change the lyrics inside my head to match whatever mood I'm in. So for you entertainment, here are the lyrics to my own version of the Broadway version of "Part of Your World" from The Little Mermaid. Feel free to play the song in the background and try singing along. It's not perfect, but feel free to comment afterwords.
NOTE: I DO NOT OWN THE SONG, IT'S ORIGINAL LYRICS, OR THE RIGHTS TO ANYTHING DOCTOR WHO.

Being a fangirl
It's really neat
Wouldn't you think your life is complete
When you obsessed over your
Favorite shows, movies, and books

Look at my list
Of fandoms galore
How much excitement can one fangirl hold?
Look at me and start to think
Sure, she's a fan of everything

I've read books with adventure and romance
I've watched shows for hours into the night

You want the Disney fandom?

I'm totally in.

But there is one fandom that

I'm not part of.

I wanna be where you Whovians are

I wanna see, wanna see the Doctor

Travel through time in his...

What does he call it? Oh, TARDIS

There in that fandom 

I can join my friends

And we will all start laughing, quoting

"Bow ties are cool" and "Don't..."

What are you not supposed to do? "Blink!"

And when I turn

My Netflix on

Doctor Who's recommended for me

What will they think

If I become part of this fandom.

What would I give

If I could talk in a British accent.

What would I pay

To spend a day just watching the show.

So I can catch up

With all my friends

And hear them say

"You are now a Whovian"

Then we could sit there, all together

Watching the show.

And getting to know Doctor number Twelve

Join him on all his adventures and wonder

Will he be cool and will he have any, memorable

Quotes?

Can I please have time

Time to watch and to explore that fandom out there?

Just wait and see

One day I'll be

Part of this world.

- The Hidden Minnie

Season of Love

Well, it's That time of year again. The one holiday that sparks a feeling of either complete twitterpation (#Bambi), or complete loneliness. You've probably seen commercial after commercial of fine jewlary that would be perfect for your significant other. Or you walk down the isle at any grocery store and see a vast colony of red and pink hearts and flowers. And the words "Valentine's" and "Day" put together just send either a chill of resentment or a feeling of love and affection throughout your body. To be honest, everyone in this world has their own view of Valentine's Day differently, but to those who are involved in fandoms, February 14 comes as a day where we stop and realize that our hearts aren't broken by our favorite shows, books, and movies all the time. But if you still cannot feel the love, here are some ways to help you at least try not to cry (or maybe they will, I don't know. I'm not you) :
1. Watch anything that empowers the single life. It's ok if they hint at a romantic relationship a little bit, but it's best if the protagonist is single throughout the movie.
2. Write some fan fiction on your favorite OTP. You currently may not be having a great Valentine's Day but you'll feel a whole lot better knowing that your favorite OTP has a chance at a day for love.
3. Eat a bunch of chocolate. The one and only remedy for a lonely heart. Eat as much as you'd like. See's Candy is in an abundance of delicious goodies this time of year.

Then there are those like me who actually don't mind this holiday, and use it as a chance to do any of the following:
1. Watch any and/or all Disney Princess movies.
2. Read your favorite romance book. I recommend either Dream Factory by Brad Barkley & Heather Hepler or Memoirs of a Teenage Amnesiac by Gabrielle Zevin.
3. Sing at least one love song. Might I suggest "Love Is an Open Door", or "A Whole New World", or... oh just sing anything Disney today.
4. Let the most important people in your life know how much you appreciate their presence in your life. (These people can be either realistic or fictionalized, whichever floats your boat.)

There you go. Two list of possible ways to spend February 14. Just be careful what treats you may accept from other people. They may be supplied with an unwanted love potion of some sort...
- The Hidden Minnie

It's Peter Pan's Birthday...Even though he can't grow up

Today's the day we celebrate the joy of a boy who never grows up (#mylifeambition). Flying out onto the screen on this day 61 years ago in 1953, the Walt Disney Company introduced us to the world that lies in the second star to the right and straight on till morning. To celebrate this special birthday here is a list of some things one can do to celebrate:
1. Watch the movie and sing all the songs. Bonus points for doing it with a group of friends.
2. Carry around a cute teddy bear like Michael.
3. If you see a lost shadow running around, lock it up in a drawer. It's owner might come by to clam it soon and will probably talk you into coming with him to Neverland.
4. Follow the leader wherever he may go.
5. Have a dog (preferably a St. Bernard) be your nanny for the day.
6. Check out your local mermaid lagoon. However, make sure the mermaids that hang out there are nice and will happily welcome anyone new.
7. Dress up in a full animal costume like a Lost Boy.
8. Go up against Captain Hook in a sword fight on his ship.
9. Just think of the happiest things.
And finally
10. Always have Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust!!!
- The Hidden Minnie

More of Our Favorite Hidden Letters

Calling all Sherlockians! Tonight on PBS was the showing of the second episode of season three of Sherlock titled The Sign of Three. As the credits rolled, we see that once again, letters were highlighted in bright red. In order of their apperence, the letters spell out ISADORA PERSANO. After a little digging around in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's original Sherlock Holmes stories, it turns out Isadora Persano is mentioned in The Problem of Thor Bridge. Could this name be a possible clue for a victim in a case in the next episode of Sherlock? Only next week can give us an answer...
- The Hidden Minnie