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DIY Haunted Mansion Halloween Wreath

Haunted Mansion wreath
Start with your purple ribbon
Tie your purple ribbon to the wreath frame
Tie the purple ribbon on every section of the wreath frame all the way around the frame
To add more dimension, go around the wreath a second time with the purple ribbon

Solid green ribbon for layer two

Wrap the wire around the ribbon so you get a pucker and snip the ends of the ribbon so it’s more decorative

Fasten the green ribbon to the cross connector on the wreath frame using the floral wire
After two layers of green ribbon
Must have black and white damask ribbon
Carefully secure small pieces of the damsak ribbon onto the wreath frame

Secure pieces of damask ribbon until you are happy with the result
Attach one larger flower with hot glue

Add the smaller flowers throughout the wreath

XOXO, Jess

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Jess is a Disney lover through and through and loves sharing her knowledge by sharing tips and tricks for the parks and her favorite products to help others have the most magical vacation possible.

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Hey there, I'm Jess and welcome to The Rambling Introvert!

As someone who loves Disney but doesn't get to visit as often as I would like, I created the Rambling Introvert to spread tips, tricks, and more to help you plan the most magical Disney vacation possible.

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Let’s be honest, Disneyland can get really busy Let’s be honest, Disneyland can get really busy and sometimes there’s just too many people, so here are some of my favorite spots to escape the crowds at Disneyland:

- Tom Sawyer Island
- Seating area behind Thunder Mountain
- Seating Area next to Ship to Shore Marketplace
- Pathway behind Harbour Galley
- Back corner of Bayou Country
- Back corner of Toontown
- Seating area by Troubadour Tavern and the Fantasyland Theatre
- Benches at the exit of Space Mountain
- Seating area behind Edelweiss Snacks
- Stairs across from “it’s a small world”

Other locations that can be hit or miss:
- Fantasy fair area (at certain times of the day)
- Tables next to the Casey Jr Circus train (not during meal times)
- Snow White’s Wishing Well (can be hit and miss with character meet and greets)
- Mark Twain River Boat- if there’s not a ton of people on your sailing
- Second floor of Golden Horseshoe- avoid mealtimes and it’s usually great, you don’t have to eat to go in there
- Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough- you’ll have to downstairs and if there’s several groups doing it at the same time, you can feel a little cramped in the hall ways
- Main Street Cinema is usually a great spot, but has become a little more popular with the new show for the 70th
- Main Street Opera House- this is a great spot if you aren’t in there right before a show is about to start, as people will sit around and wait to be let in
- Adventureland Treehouse- usually not too busy but not a lot of space if it is
- Tiki Room outdoor seating- if there’s several groups isn’t a show soon, this spot can sometimes be pretty empty

Did I miss one of your favorite spots? Drop it in the comments!
Next up in the Halloween movie night series: Haunt Next up in the Halloween movie night series: Haunted Mansion 🖤🤍💚

Here’s what’s on the menu:
🖤💚 Ghost Host pasta
⚰️Man in the Coffin breadsticks
💜 Foolish Mortals punch
🪓Constance Hatchaway cupcakes
🔮Madame Leota’s crystal balls

Whip up these treats with your family and enjoy while you watch the show! I have out all the recipes in the comments

If you have any other movies you’d like to see movie night ideas for, drop them in the comments!
Take whatever time you need 💛 Things in the wo Take whatever time you need 💛

Things in the world feel heavy and scary. Make sure you’re taking care of yourself and your mental health.
24 years since that awful day. I still remember ho 24 years since that awful day. I still remember how I felt that day, even as a young child, and that will always stick with me. The fear. The grief. The uncertainty. The devastation.

But another thing I will always remember is the good that still existed, even in such a dark time in the weeks and months that followed afterwards. I remember the helpers. The good deed doers. The ones who reached out to those who needed it. Who risked their lives, who put aside their differences and loved each other. I remember the unity that followed that day. And it was beautiful. Was it perfect? No of course not. We’re human, and there will always be error. But it was still amazing to see people being good to each other even after such a horrific event. 

I so desperately want to see just a glimpse of that unity again. Not just for our country, but the entire world, to try to work together to bring about something positive in the face of such horrible events that seem to constantly be happening. 

Our world has descended into unnecessary violence, hatred, and intolerance. Is this what we want for us? Is this what we want for our children? Is this a future we are okay with? 

Tragedy has a weird way of putting things into perspective. Helping us realize what’s important. Helping us see what changes need to be made. And it feels like recently, everywhere you look is one tragedy after another. When are we going to realize that during times like this, we have to come together instead of becoming more divided?

It’s down to ALL of us to be better and make our country and our world a better place. Even if we can’t make huge changes on our own, we can each do our part in our own lives to be more tolerant and understanding, loving and accepting, and doing what we can to bring about change. Through it all, be a good deed doer. Be a helper. Be willing to hear and learn from others, even if you disagree. Be willing to voice your opinion and strive for change. Be loving. Just be a good person. 

If we can make it through that horrible event 24 years ago, we can surely find a way to make it through the dark times we’re walking through now. But it takes all of us. Together.
The real Disney fans get it 🐐 #disneyreel #thu The real Disney fans get it 🐐

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Drop your guesses in the comments! Once you’ve Drop your guesses in the comments!

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If you’re looking for something fun to do this H If you’re looking for something fun to do this Halloween season, turn on your favorite show and have themed treats to go along with it!

Tonight’s movie is Hocus Pocus, and on the menu we’ve got:

• Dead Man’s Toes Breadsticks
• Life Potion
• Billy’s Grave Cups
• Booooook! Brownies

Have fun preparing the snacks ahead of time and pull them out throughout the movie when you get to the corresponding scene! 

What other Halloween/fall movies would you like to see ideas for? Drop them in the comments!
Same vibes for sure 😂 Tell me in the poll, do Same vibes for sure 😂

Tell me in the poll, do you prefer the original Mission Breakout of the Monsters After Dark overlay?

Remember, during Halloween Time you can experience a Halloween overlay on Guardians of the Galaxy! Monsters After Dark is available to ride every day starting at 3 pm until park close! The normal Mission Breakout is also available daily from park open until 2 pm if you don’t want to do the Halloween version.
Nothing says spooky season like 90°+ 😂 If you Nothing says spooky season like 90°+ 😂

If you’re planning a Halloween Time trip to Disneyland, make sure you check the weather and pack accordingly because it can still be HOT even in September and October!
If you’re planning on visiting the Disneyland Re If you’re planning on visiting the Disneyland Resort in September, here’s everything you need to know:

CLOSURES & REOPENINGS
- Radiator Springs Racers- reopens 9/26
- Casey Jr Circus Train- reopening TBD
- Star Tours- reopens 9/5
- Storybook Land Canal Boats- reopening TBD
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad- closed 9/2-TBD
- Mark Twain Riverboat- closed 9/8-9/11
- Main Street Cinema- closed 9/8-9/25
- Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island- closed 9/15-9/17
- Dumbo- closed 9/16-9/17
- Sailing Ship Columbia- closed 9/22-9/25
- Goofy’s Sky School- closed 9/28-10/4

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES & EVENTS
* Halloween Time happening all month long in both parks
* Some elements of the 70th celebration will still be happening in the parks 
* Labor Day is September 1
* Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon is happening September 4th-7th
* Oogie Boogie Bash event dates on September 2nd, 9th, 11th, 14th, 16th, 18th, 21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th, and 30th. DCA will close early at 6 pm to all non ticketed guests
* Gay Days happening September 12th-14th

Drop any questions you have in the comments!
I get this question in some way or another pretty I get this question in some way or another pretty frequently. As my handle implies, I am an introverted person, and yes the crowds at Disneyland make me very anxious at times, though not for that reason.

My anxiety in crowds at Disneyland began almost 10 years ago when I experienced a very sudden and severe onset of OCD a week before I left for a Disneyland trip. And unfortunately, my OCD is germ based and involves a severe phobia of vomiting. Seeing it, hearing it, experiencing it myself, doesn’t matter. Even if someone looks sick will trigger it.

And that first trip was so hard. My hands were raw from how much I had been washing them leading up to that trip, hoping I wouldn’t get sick and miss my trip. I was lathering my hands in all sorts of creams and wore gloves to sleep to try to offset the only physical manifestation of my inner struggle. But every photo from that trip bears that reminder of how bad I was doing. You can see in these photos I frequently have my hands tucked up near my body or clasping them together to avoid touching anything I didn’t have to, trying to make myself as small as possible to avoid getting sick. I was analyzing everything around me constantly, every person near me, avoiding every garbage can, not touching any surfaces, making extremely frequent visits to the bathroom to wash my hands to avoid catching anything. It sucked. 

Fast forward almost a decade and I’m happy to say I’ve made a lot of progress, but those same fears and behaviors have stuck around. I’m still super anxious at Disneyland, even though I love it so much, I cannot turn off that part of my brain. But luckily, being an introvert has paid off and helped me naturally find some ways to alleviate that anxiety and have a more enjoyable time in the parks. And going forward, I’d love to share what works for me in the hopes that if you need help too, it can benefit you as well.

Whether your an introvert trying to make the parks more manageable, or you too struggle with mental health challenges that make it harder to enjoy the park fully, ask any questions you have in the comments and I’d be happy to share what I can 💛
Halloween 🫱🏼‍🫲🏻 Disneyland Resort 🧡

Halloween Time has officially kicked off at the Disneyland Resort and will run through October 31!

I’ve got a FREE printable foodie guide for you to take to the parks, just comment “FOODIE” and I will send you the link!

And if you want to visit Disneyland for Halloween Time, head to the link in bio where it says “book your Disney trip” or check out my “Disney deals” highlight bubble to get started! 

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Wanting to plan a visit to Disneyland sometime bet Wanting to plan a visit to Disneyland sometime between now and the end of 2026? You’re going to want to book NOW. Here’s why:

1️⃣ Prices are going to go up. Every year, usually in October, Disney raises their ticket prices. Booking now locks in the lower ticket price so even if you aren’t visiting until next year, you’ll still be paying the cheaper 2025 ticket prices instead of the higher 2026 prices that are coming.
2️⃣ Most availability for hotels. The sooner you book, the easier it will be for you to get into the hotel and room option that you want without them being booked out.
3️⃣ If you are wanting to stay at a Disney Resort Hotel, you will want to visit by January 4, 2026 so you can take advantage of early entry. Starting January 5, 2026 Disney has announced that they will no longer offer the perk of early entry, even if you are staying at a Disney hotel. If you’re wanting that perk, book for 2025 before it’s gone.
4️⃣ Right now, my travel partners @getawaytoday are offering Adults at Kids prices tickets on all 3 day or longer tickets, which is also based on the current 2025 prices, so you’ll be saving as much money as possible on your tickets!

Want to get started booking your trip? Head to the link in my bio where it says “book your Disney trip,” check out my “Disney deals” highlight bubble, or call 855-GET-AWAY to talk to a travel expert at Get Away Today and tell them the Rambling Introvert sent you!

Got questions about planning your trip or about Disneyland in general? Drop them in the comments!
Yep you heard that right, early entry is soon to b Yep you heard that right, early entry is soon to be a thing of the past at the Disneyland Resort, starting January 5, 2026 early entry will no longer be offered for guests staying at a Disneyland resort hotel. Instead, each guest will receive one lightning lane that can be used on any lightning lane multipass attraction. 

Based on the wording on the Disneyland website, that sounds like ONE lightning lane for your entire stay and no I don’t think that will be valid for Rise of the Resistance or Radiator Springs Racers since they are not included in Lightning lane multipass.

Any Disneyland resort hotel stays between now and January 4, 2026 will still be able to take advantage of early entry on these schedule dates:

Disneyland Park: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Disney California Adventure Park: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

Tell me your thoughts in the comments! Do you think this is smart or a bad move? Will you stay at a Disneyland Resort hotel now that this perk is gone?
If you’re visiting the Disneyland Resort between If you’re visiting the Disneyland Resort between now and Halloween and are not attending Oogie Boogie Bash, you need to know these dates! 

If you are planning to visit California Adventure on any of these dates, the park will close at 6 pm to all non ticketed guests, so if you have single park per day tickets, I would suggest you change your park reservations so you are in DCA on non event nights and do Disneyland on any dates that have Oogie Boogie Bash. If you have park hopper tickets, I would recommend starting your day in DCA and then around 3 pm when the mix in hours start for those with Oogie Boogie Bash tickets, park hop over to Disneyland and finish out your day there.

If you have any questions about Oogie Boogie Bash or how that may impact your trip if you aren’t attending, drop those in the comments!
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With Lightning Lane Multipass, you can only ride e With Lightning Lane Multipass, you can only ride each attraction one time, BUT during Halloween Time there is an exception to that rule! 

From now until October 31, if you purchase Lightning lane multipass you can get a Lightning lane for the normal Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout and then also get one for Guardians of the Galaxy: Monsters After Dark! 

To do it, just make sure you get a return time for Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakfout that is BEFORE 2 pm. Then the attraction will close for an hour and reopen at 3 pm, then you want to get a return time ant time after 3 pm for Guardians of the Galaxy: Monsters After Dark.

On normal days, this attraction is typically open until 10 pm, but on Oogie Boogie Bash nights it will only be available until 6pm, so if you’re in DCA on an OBB event night, you will only have from 3-6 pm to get on to Monsters After Dark.
You heard that right! Guardians of the Galaxy: Mis You heard that right! Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout will now switch over to Guardians of the Galaxy: Monsters after Dark starting TODAY in California Adventure! 

Every day, Guardians will open as the original version and then close at 2 pm, then reopen at 3 pm as the Monsters After Dark overlay. This overlay will run for the duration of Halloween Time, so make sure you go ride it while you can!
A realistic look at what I did in a day at Disney A realistic look at what I did in a day at  Disneyland during the summer utilizing lightning lane multipass and rider switch:

8:45 Entered the park 
8:56 Jungle Cruise
9:22 Thunder Mountain LL
9:49 Smugglers Run LL
10:22 Haunted Mansion LL
10:36 snack break
10:49 treasure hunt with Redd
11-11:45 Explored Tom Sawyer Island 
12:00 lunch at Cafe Orleans
1:11 Pirates of the Caribbean
1:50 Autopia
2:14 Space Mountain LL
2:49 the Monorail
3:10 Disneyland Railroad grand circle tour
3:50 Silhouette Studio
4:17 Star Tours LL
4:41 Autopia (again) LL
5:13 dinner at Hungry Bear
6:20 Rise of the Resistance 
7:03 park hop to DCA 
7:20 Goofy’s Sky School LL
7:46 Midway Mania LL
8:10 Incredicoaster LL
8:25 The Little Mermaid LL
8:33 left the parks

We had a solid chunk of the day where we couldn’t use our lightning lanes due to plans we already had, so we could have easily booked more return times on a normal day without those plans and reservations. This was also a day in the park that was not super busy so we were able to get on a lot more things compared to the day before when it was busy and we got more use out of lightning lane multipass.

If you have any questions about your upcoming trips or planning your visit, drop them in the comments!
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