Growing up only an hour and a half away from the most magical place on earth has left me not only with high expectations of theme parks, but with a heart filled with love for turkey legs, dole whips, parades, and, of course, Mickey ears.

So, to all my fellow Disney lovers, park hoppers, em-eye-see-kay-e-why'ers...this one's for you.

I grew up going to Walt Disney World every year, twice a year, for four day vacations - not including the countless day trips in between. So are you surprised I grew up to have an Annual Pass, and a minor obsession with making Disney shirts?

Sure, I have friends that went on cruises or went skiing or even went to Gatlinburg, but do you know all the words to the 'Country Bear Jamboree's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party's Special'?

Yeah, I didn't think so.

I know some people think Disney is only for children. And, sure, as an adult, there are things I don't do at Disney like I did when I was little, but Disney is a part of me and always will be.

When I walk down Main Street USA I can't help but be filled with so much joy. Joy that stems from so many memories made with my family. Memories that bring me back to a time when life wasn't so complicated, and the world was a kinder place. A place where I'm so lucky to say I spent my childhood.

So, again, to all my Disney lovers, this one's for you. May you always be filled with your happy thoughts and may you always have a zip-a-dee-doo-dah day!