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Atomic Redhead

Unique Destinations, Weird History and More…

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    • Bizarre & Unique
    • Abandoned
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    • Historic Locations
    • Sleep & Eat
    • Museum Visits
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  • Amusement Parks
    • Disney Parks & Resorts
    • Knott’s Berry Farm
    • Universal Studios
    • Unique Amusements
  • History Lessons
    • The Wild West
    • California Dreamin’
    • Strange Tales
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    • Product Reviews
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Myself, wearing a red crocheted head scarf, a maxi length, long sleeve dress printed with a quilt like design, of red, blue, yellow, and green. The hem is blue all the way around, a brown belt, and a large squash blossom necklace of green stones, standing next to an old fashioned lamp post, in Frontierland, that has a pine swath with a small ceramic jug and small wooden barrels intertwined with it.

Patchwork Christmas

December 28, 2022, Leave a Comment on Patchwork Christmas

As per our tradition, Patrick and I went to Disneyland on Christmas Day for a relaxing, but fun day going on a few rides, but mainly indulging in many of the sweet treats offered during the holiday season. We also spent a good deal of time just strolling, peaking in the windows at the marvelous…

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Myself, standing in front of a pink Main Street building, wearing Minnie Mouse ears of pink, green, and white psychedelic stripes, with a gold mesh bow in the middle, a light brown swede coat, pale green peasant top, jeans, and gold boots. In my hand a purse featuring images from the Main Street Electrical Parade.

Wintertime Sweethearts

December 21, 2022, Leave a Comment on Wintertime Sweethearts

Last weekend Patrick and I celebrated our wedding anniversary, spending the day at Disneyland riding our favorite attractions repeatedly and dining at Cafe Orleans. Growing up, I loved the cartoon Once Upon a Wintertime that was originally from the 1948 film Melody Time, but was featured as part of A Walt Disney Christmas VHS in…

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Holding Houdini, the little black kitty.

“I Have a Thing about Strays”

March 9, 2022, 1 Comment on “I Have a Thing about Strays”

Over the weekend Patrick and I joined some friends to see the new Batman movie. A nearby cinema offers private watch parties, where you can rent out a whole screen for just you and your friends, so we’ve been able to see a handful of new releases with the peace of mind of being surrounded…

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Myself, wearing a light tan fringe leather jacket, long dress with a small green and white floral print on it, and green and red scarf, standing at the Frontierland Dock.

Christmas Carols by the Old Corral

December 29, 2021, 3 Comments on Christmas Carols by the Old Corral

Christmas has come and gone, and I can’t believe it’s over already. This year we were able to resume our tradition of going to Disneyland on Christmas day, and despite the rainy weather I was still determined to wear the Christmas outfit I had been planning, and well, I learned my lesson, never again will…

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Myself, wearing a long sleeve maxi length dress with a pattern of orange, yellow, and purple flowers, leaning against the bar aboard the Mark Twain.

The Return of Dapper Day!

November 17, 2021, 1 Comment on The Return of Dapper Day!

In March of 2020 many Disney fans were making plans and looking forward to the twice yearly event at Disneyland known as Dapper Day. And then, well, you all know what happened in March of 2020. Long time readers will be familiar with this “unofficial” theme day, where Guests are encouraged to “step out in…

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Myself, wearing a black wide brimmed hat and orange dress with poofy sleeves and full skirt, standing in front of a fall harvest themed display, featuring scarecrows with Jack O'lantern heads.

Autumn Outing at Disneyland

October 19, 2021, 4 Comments on Autumn Outing at Disneyland

Patrick and I returned to Disneyland last week to bask in the autumn decor. Living in Southern California means there really isn’t a lot of fall color, so sometimes I have to take in the manufactured fall vibes of Disneyland. Especially now as I’m not apt to do a whole lot of traveling at the…

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Myself, wearing a sleeveless, shift dress cut just above the knee, featuring a print of wavy shapes and Mickey heads, in purple, pink, yellow, orange, blue, and green, a matching scarf in my hair, coordinating bangles, and white boots.

A Groovy 66th Birthday for Disneyland

July 21, 2021, 4 Comments on A Groovy 66th Birthday for Disneyland

Last weekend Disneyland celebrated its 66th anniversary. We visited the park with a few friends, and I used the occasion to make another vintage Disneyland ephemera inspired outfit. I’m a sucker for vintage ephemera, especially Disneyland related ephemera. Disneyland created some great paper shopping bags over the decades, and awhile back I purchased one on…

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Returning to Disneyland after Over a Year Away

June 1, 2021, 3 Comments on Returning to Disneyland after Over a Year Away

Disneyland is known for open being every day of the year, and has only had unplanned closures as a result of tragedy or safety, with the closures only lasting one day, but last year all of that changed, when COVID shut down Disneyland for over 365 days. On April 30 Disneyland reopened, but Patrick and…

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Side of the car wash, with a blue banner featuring a yellow Dale car and text reading "Manager's Special Free Wash Tell 'Em Liz Sent You."

Stepping Back in Time at the Lady and the Dale Car Wash

February 18, 2021, 2 Comments on Stepping Back in Time at the Lady and the Dale Car Wash

Back in the mid-1970s America was facing an oil crisis, and one woman, Liz Carmichael, stepped up claiming she had the answer – the Dale, a three-wheeled car that got 70 miles to the gallon. But was it all it was cracked up to be? Some didn’t think so, and eventually Liz found herself in…

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Myself standing in our dining room, wearing a red shirt reading "Have a Coke and a smile" in white script, and white jeans. On the dining room table is a heart-shaped box full of chocolates, a bottle of Coca-Cola, and valentines. Behind the table are various valentine decorations.

Sending a Little Love

February 16, 2021, 1 Comment on Sending a Little Love

Well, I got so focused on trying to get Valentine’s Day cards into my Etsy shop that failed to get some of my own in the mail! It resulted in me spending Valentine’s Day frantically writing cards to friends and family that will arrive late. But I wanted to do it, because honestly we could…

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The label behind this dress has a story of a love The label behind this dress has a story of a love affair, illegitimate child, kidnapping, and the mob! 🧵🪡👗 Read more on the blog! Link in stories and bio!
Explore my recently revamped bathroom! Learn more Explore my recently revamped bathroom! Learn more over on the blog! 💖💖💖 Link in bio!
BLOGGED! The revamp of our master bathroom! See an BLOGGED! The revamp of our master bathroom! See and read more over on the blog. 💖 Link in stories and bio! 
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#pinkbathroom 
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It’s a gloomy day (and suppose to stay gloomy an It’s a gloomy day (and suppose to stay gloomy and rainy for a few days) so here is a kitty photo dump to brighten your day.
Guys, I did a thing. I hadn’t had my hair profes Guys, I did a thing. I hadn’t had my hair professionally cut since 2017. And I’d been thinking about getting a light shag/wolf/low key Farrah for over a year now, to better fit in with my vibe. When I saw @florencepugh ‘s hair in Hawkeye (swipe for reference photos!) I knew that was the look I would feel the most comfortable going with. Not too drastic, but still a change. I’ve never had layers before, and haven’t had bangs of any sort since I was in like the second grade. This is a big change for me, and was ultra nervous. But @jameyonmelrose is a true hair goddess. She listens so well before hand and then works her magic. I can’t believe I didn’t do this sooner. Thank you so much, Jamey!
Patrick and I were in Palm Springs for his confere Patrick and I were in Palm Springs for his conference and stayed at one of the most charming places ever, Palm Springs’ longest running hotel, @casa_cody in their Olympic Cottage, which originally housed Olympic athletes from the 1932 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. 🏃🏼‍♀️ See and learn more over on the blog! Link in stories and bio!
BLOGGED! A visit to @muzeo for their exhibit about BLOGGED! A visit to @muzeo for their exhibit about one of my favorite artists, J.C. Leyendecker. If you don’t know the name, don’t fret! Head over to the blog to learn all about this amazing artist who put queer in the mainstream right under heterosexual noses. Huge thanks to @artofclarksilva for curating this delightful and informative exhibit.
I can’t help but wonder what will become of this I can’t help but wonder what will become of this fantastic neon sign in DCA with the revamp of the Wharf into San Fransokyo. It’s an amazing piece of neon art that should either go to the @disney Archives or @museumofneonart .
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Ho I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Hollywood Forever is an icon of LA, but can be overwhelming, with its sprawling lawns and rows of headstones. Even with a map it can be difficult to locate the resting spots of your favorite stars. Those wishing to visit the variety of celebs who call Hollywood Forever home should book @cemeterytourguide ‘s tour. She effortlessly guides visitors through while sharing some of Hollywood’s most interesting stories and humanizing stars, icons, and legends. Plus, there is @closeupthecemeterycat a star in his own right! 🐈‍⬛
Today we said goodbye to @p22mountainlion along wi Today we said goodbye to @p22mountainlion along with thousands of other mourners at his Celebration of Life. I was immensely thankful for the ability to attend, thanks to @drunkensquid who was able to secure tickets when I was unable to. For the uninitiated, P22 was a mountain lion who crossed two freeways unscathed before arriving in Griffith Park which he called home for the last ten years, becoming a celebrity in his own right after gracing the pages of National Geographic when he was photographed in front of the Hollywood sign. He also became an ambassador for the crisis facing mountain lions, who are facing the possibility of extinction (in as soon as 15 years) due to inbreeding due to lack of biodiversity. The key is building wildlife bridges and soon the world’s largest will open. But funding is required to build more. I highly recommend following P22’s account to learn how to help. 🐱 While wildlife and climate issues are serious matters, today I couldn’t help but be reminded of the Psych episode where Shawn and Gus attend a memorial for a sea lion, where life is certainly imitating art.
The other day I was at my local used bookstore and The other day I was at my local used bookstore and stumbled upon a collection of vintage 60s-early 80s occult and conspiracy books. While I didn’t buy them all, I bought a fair amount. The highlight being first paperback editions of Anton LaVey’s Satanic Bible, and Satanic Rituals for $2.97 each. When snapping photos, Houdini of course got in on the action, just like how he climbed atop the record player when I was playing Occult Explosion. My little perfect demon child.
Sometimes photos that @patrickarlt and I take neve Sometimes photos that @patrickarlt and I take never see the light of day. Every once in awhile I’ll throw one or two up here on Insta, but for the most part, the random sign or abandoned building I snap a picture of gets forgotten about because it never gets a dedicated blog post. Today that changes! Head over to the blog for a glimpse at some of the remnants, remains, and random snapshots of last year. 📷 Link in bio and stories. 
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#signgeeks 
#neon
BLOGGED! A visit to Mission San Luis Rey, which st BLOGGED! A visit to Mission San Luis Rey, which stood in for Mission San Gabriel in one of my favorite TV shows, Zorro. See and read more on the blog! 🗡️ Link in stories and bio!
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#guywilliams
The sun has set on another drive-in. We all knew @ The sun has set on another drive-in. We all knew @missiontikidrivein ‘s days were numbered. We got more time than we thought, but the unceremonious closure that occurred last night hurt. I found out about the closure too late to make it out there one more time. This drive-in got myself, many of my friends, and I’m sure many more, through some of the toughest parts of the pandemic. It was one of the few places we felt comfortable gathering at in the pre-vaccine days. We stood, 6-10 feet apart, masked, and were happy to be out and seeing those we loved and enjoying some literal good old fashioned entertainment. Thankfully there are a handful of other drive-ins near me to visit, but this highlights how important it is to support YOUR local drive-in. If you want a better understanding of the economics of running a drive-in I highly recommend @april_wright_1999 ‘s two documentaries on the subject.
BLOGGED! A look at how I decorate for Valentine’ BLOGGED! A look at how I decorate for Valentine’s Day. 💘 Link in stories and bio!
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