Reading Roundup: January 2019

One of my New Year’s resolutions for 2019 was to keep a list of the books I’ve read. I read a lot, but I’ve never managed to keep up with a list. This year I decided to write down the books I finish in my calendar and share them with you. So far, it’s working well. Without further ado, here is my January reading list.

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Where in the World is Donald Duck? Disney World, That Is

Headed to Disney World? Want to see your favorite duck? If you’re looking for places to find Donald Duck at Walt Disney World, here’s your list!

Donald Duck, that quick-tempered, yet lovable creature, is one of Disney’s Fab Five. Donald and his girlfriend Daisy are friends with Mickey, Minnie, and the gang.  “Born” in 1934,  Donald marks his 85th birthday on June 9 this year. Fans of Donald can find him throughout the parks, dressed in his iconic blue sailor suit with canary yellow trim and a bright red bow or in various other outfits. Donald is popular with fans of all ages, and even today’s little ones are familiar with Donald through his appearances on The Disney Channel’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse program.

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: A Room with a View

Looking to splurge a little on your next Walt Disney World adventure? Love exotic animals? Look no further–Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is for you!

While there are several impressive hotels on property, many of them are priced well beyond the scope of my everyday budget. However, when the opportunity to book the Animal Kingdom Lodge, Dennis’s dream hotel, came through the mail in the form of a generous pin code discount, I threw caution to the wind and booked it.

So, why should the average person splurge on Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge? There are several reasons, including the exotic animals, the magnificent lobby, the amazing restaurants, the impressive artwork, and the knowledgeable cultural ambassadors.

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Niagara Falls: Winter’s Wonderland

Niagara Falls is a magical place, no matter what time of year. While many people think of the falls as a spring or summer tourist destination, there is plenty to see and do throughout the year. Winter gives the viewer an entirely different perspective of these magnificent waterfalls, especially when they are surrounded by snow and ice. Plus, if you visit between mid- November and January 31, you be able to see the beautiful Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights.

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Easy Appetizers Everyone Will Love

It’s the time of the year for parties–Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and even the Superbowl. If you’re invited to a  party or are hosting your own, appetizers are an important part of the menu that shouldn’t be overlooked.  Here are three easy go-to appetizer recipes everyone will rave over.

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