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" The magic of Disneyland, walking through the tunnel underneath the train station to Main Street, it just transports you to other places and other times. "
John Lasseter
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" You can achieve all the things you want to do, but it's much better to do it with loved ones around you; family and friends, people that you care about that can help you on the way and can celebrate you, and you can enjoy the journey. "
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