The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland in 1992 was a truly enchanting experience for visitors of all ages. From the moment guests entered the park, they were transported into a winter wonderland filled with festive decorations and holiday cheer. One of the highlights of the holiday season at Disneyland was the magical Christmas parade. Spectators lined the streets, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their favorite Disney characters on elaborately decorated floats. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and all their friends made appearances, dressed in their holiday best and spreading holiday cheer to everyone. The Disneyland Christmas Fantasy Parade featured dazzling performances by talented dancers and singers, accompanied by cheerful holiday music.
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Although Smithson was traveling through Maya country, he believed he was impersonating the Aztec deity Tezcatlipoca, who he claims spoke to him, urging him to discard his guidebook and to make art that would collapse the gulf of time between the modern day and ancient Maya worlds. These objects were associated with the god Tezcatlipoca literally smoking mirror , the authors explain, and were used for scrying, or examining the future.
The Disneyland Christmas Fantasy Parade featured dazzling performances by talented dancers and singers, accompanied by cheerful holiday music. The floats were adorned with twinkling lights and colorful decorations, capturing the spirit of Christmas. Children and adults alike were captivated by the sights and sounds of the parade, as it made its way through the park, spreading joy and happiness.
Scrying: About
In general, the term is used to mean staring into something—often a shiny surface, but not always—for the purpose of divination. Visions that are seen are often interpreted intuitively by the person who is scrying. It’s a popular method of divination and can be done in several different ways. Scrying is a form of divination that involves staring into a reflect surface. Practitioners look at a mirror, fire, or water in hopes of seeing images and visions. The visions that are seen during a scrying session often provide hints of things to come in the future.
We’ve all seen images of the old fortune teller woman peering into a crystal ball, hissing, “Cross my palms with silver!” but the reality of it is that people have used crystals and glass for scrying for thousands of years. By focusing on the ball, which is usually made of a clouded glass, a medium may be able to see visions that foretell not only the future but unknown aspects of the present and past.
Alexandra Chauran, over at Llewellyn, says, "The crystal ball exercises the part of you that sees your intuition expressed in a visual form, while keeping a safe boundary between your psychic practice and your everyday life. As you practice, you may find that the actual tiny flecks that inspire you to see shapes in the crystal ball allow you to see other fleeting visions within the crystal ball itself that are more akin to real visions right before your eyes."
Most practitioners believe that seeing things while scrying is possible for anyone, because everyone has some latent degree of psychic ability. Once you learn basic techniques of scrying, and what to look for, it becomes second nature. Continue reading from Learn Religions
Though rock mirrors date to 4000 B.C. Anatolia, they were not easy to make. The Franciscan missionary and ethnographer Bernardino de Sahagún (c. 1499–1590) writes that the mirrors were made by specialists, who polished the stone using abrasive sand and a fine cane to make it shiny. The obsidian was believed to have medicinal and religious properties that could protect the user from harm as well as allow them to look into the future. Though there were a variety of different kinds of spiritually useful mirrors in use in Mesoamerica, at least one important was a tool for metaphorical “self-reflection.” Contemporary mirror divination among the Huichol of Santa Catarina Cuexcomatitlan sees mirrors as “like the apprentice’s notebook” in which the diviner learns what is inscribed in the mirror. Among the Huichol, Karl Taube summarizes, the mirror “is much like a camera” and “functions similar to the sight and minds of human beings, with images recorded in the “memory” of the object.”
In addition to the parade, Disneyland offered a variety of special events and entertainment throughout the holiday season. The nightly lighting of the Christmas tree in Main Street, USA was a memorable sight to behold. The towering tree, adorned with thousands of sparkling lights, served as a symbol of hope and joy. Visitors could also enjoy special holiday-themed shows and performances, such as "A Christmas Fantasy" and "Believe...In Holiday Magic." These shows combined the magic of Disney with the spirit of Christmas, creating unforgettable memories for all who experienced them. Of course, no visit to Disneyland during the Christmas season would be complete without a visit to Santa Claus. Children had the opportunity to meet Santa and share their Christmas wishes with him in person. This added an extra touch of magic and excitement to the holiday experience at Disneyland. Overall, the Magic of Christmas at Disneyland in 1992 was a magical and unforgettable experience. From the festive decorations to the enchanting parades and shows, the park truly captured the joy and spirit of the holiday season. It was a time when dreams came true and memories were made, creating a truly magical Christmas experience for all who visited Disneyland..
Reviews for "The Christmas Spectacular: Disneyland 1992 Edition"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland 1992". The whole show felt lackluster and uninspired. The performances were mediocre at best, and the costumes and set design were underwhelming. I was expecting a grand, magical experience, but all I got was a half-hearted attempt at holiday cheer. Save your money and skip this one.
2. Sarah - 1 star - "The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland 1992" was a complete letdown. The show felt outdated and out of touch with modern times. The songs were cheesy and the choreography was awkward. It lacked the charm and enchantment that I associate with Disney. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this disappointing Christmas extravaganza.
3. Mike - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland 1992" but it fell flat for me. The performances were uninspiring and the storyline was cliché. The whole show felt rushed and poorly executed. It didn't capture the essence of Christmas or the Disney magic that I was hoping for. Overall, it was a disappointing experience that left me feeling underwhelmed.
4. Emily - 2 stars - "The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland 1992" was a letdown. The production value was low, and it seemed like the performers weren't fully invested in their roles. The whole show lacked energy and excitement. It felt like a generic Christmas production rather than a special Disney experience. I left feeling disappointed and wishing I had spent my time and money on something else.
5. David - 1 star - "The Magic of Christmas at Disneyland 1992" was a complete disaster. The singing was off-key, the dancing was out of sync, and the overall production was just plain bad. It felt like a low-budget community theater performance rather than something you would expect from Disney. I would strongly advise against wasting your time or money on this subpar Christmas show.