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Midlife Insignificance And Decline Or Midlife Legacy And Growth?

Posted on November 12, 2011 by jeff noel

It dawned on jeff noel after writing yesterday’s Mid Life Celebration post how much Disney has influenced his thinking and his midlife choices. After 28 years tCongratulations my friend. That’s a huge milestone and proof of what happens when we … Continue reading →

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We Started With Disney The Same Day Michael Eisner Became Disney’s CEO

Posted on June 30, 2011 by jeff noel

jeff noel started the same time (late September 1984) as Michael Eisner, Disney’s new CEO. A week later, Michael Eisner gave a welcome speech to Walt Disney World cast members before the Magic Kingdom opened to Guests, describing his vision … Continue reading →

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By The Time Family Arrived, We Both Had Jobs As Disney Cast Members

Posted on June 29, 2011 by jeff noel

We drove from Washington State University to become Disney World Cast Members in 1984. Family quickly arrived in Kissimmee to visit. Free Theme Park admission was a Cast Member perk we often took advantage of. With only a couple hundred … Continue reading →

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Only Poor People, Drug Dealers and Newlyweds Rented Here

Posted on June 28, 2011 by jeff noel

Back in 1984, a first floor, corner unit, next to a busy street was perfect. Cheryl’s cousin Mike, and her Grammy (88 at the time) came to check on us… Beggars can’t be choosers. Anyone else ever live in a … Continue reading →

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