Not Really Disneyland-ing Anymore

Just living, shopping to fill the void, and Disney for the nostalgia.
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Hi to everyone.
My name is Melissa!

I am the creator of Disney Dopamine. Disney Dopamine used to be a frequently updated blog but I have ADHD, so it is evolving to something maybe not just Disney?

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Nightmare Before Christmas Plush Haul

Nightmare Before Christmas is probably my new top favorite Disney movies as an adult. When I was a kid, I think there were elements about it that used to freak me out. As an adult, there is so much I…

Shopping

Christmas Merch Has Hit the Disney Stores!

Disney really gets an early start celebrating the holidays! Halloween merch hit World of Disney in August, and this month the Christmas merch arrives at the Disney Stores! What’s interesting is that the Halloween merch arrived at Downtown Disney before…

News

The Walt Disney Archives Exhibit at Bowers Museum

The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana re-opened its doors and is extending its Walt Disney Archives Exhibit until February 2021! “Inside the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic celebrates The Walt Disney Company on the 50th anniversary of…

News, Shopping

Star Wars Trading Post Opens at Downtown Disney

Overnight, the beloved Wonderground Gallery at Downtown Disney transformed into the Star Wars Trading Post. All our favorite items from the Batuu Marketplace/Black Spire Outpost have made their way over to Downtown Disney. I am not sure if this is…

Lifestyle

Pluto’s 90th Birthday and 5 Fun Facts

Pluto, Mickey’s (and my) beloved pup turned 90 on September 5th! Pluto is a character that has been dear to me since childhood. My grandparents used to buy me stuffed animals of him since I was a kid. The Disney…

Shopping

Mickey Mouse Thermal Pajama Set Review

Who doesn’t love a good Disney pajama set to lounge at home? I spotted this cute Mickey pajama set on ShopDisney and the Outlet and had to give it whirl. It’s priced at $29.99 for the top and bottom, but…

Shopping

Zero Sweatshirt and Sweatpants Review

It’s almost September and Halloween feels like it’s getting close and closer. Before becoming a Disney AP, I would not have even thought about Halloween until mid-September! Disney releases Halloween merchandise in August, so now, all I can think about…

Food

Tortilla Jo’s Review

Tortilla Jo’s is a Mexican restaurant and tequila bar located at Downtown Disney. They re-opened their doors at the end of July and are currently offering outdoor dining. You can walk-in or make a reservation which directs you to the…

Shopping

Halloween Candy Spirit Jersey Review

My Halloween Candy Spirit Jersey that I ordered from ShopDisney has finally arrived! This jersey is part of the Disney Parks Halloween Collection. There is one for Disneyland, a Walt Disney World version, and a bright orange child’s version as…

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