Question about spreading Pixie Dust

[Twingle]

There's a post on another thread about someone being jealous of people that receive YOAMD merchandise/fast passes/etc. which started me thinking (which could be very dangerous!).

Whenever we go to Disney, we will usually share things with other guests we see. For example, we bring glow sticks with us from home to use during fireworks and parades. We always have extras, so we hand them out to the kids sitting near us. Also, the lollypop packs that come in 5, we will usually hand out the extra two. Asking parents permission, of course.

For our upcoming trip, we will be using the DDP for the first time. I know that Disney will not allow you to purchase meals for someone else, but can they really stop you from getting a Mickey Head Ice Cream and handing it off to someone on a bench looking hot?

To me, spreading Pixie Dust is just part of the Disney magic. I *know* that there are others out there that do this, because my children have been on the receiving end.

So, because of that post I've read, I'm hoping to do *more* than I usually do to spread Pixie Dust. Nothing big mind you, but if I'm going to sprinkle my kids with glitter when I go down Main Street, I'll ask the parents of the kids next to me if they want some too.

As fellow parents/caregivers would you be upset if someone wanted to share in the Magic? My DH thinks I should keep to myself . . .

 

[LilGMom]

I think your way of thinking is wonderful! We were on the receiving end of someone leaving the park and they gave us their fastpasses. My oldest ds was thrilled because he thought it was "the nicest thing". Something so simple as handing out an ice cream or lollipop can make a kids day.

More power to ya!

 

[mcco5543]

You are "unofficial" YOAMD pixies! that is the coolest thing. I have all of these ideas exploding in my head for my wife and I to do for others when we get there! I think it's wonderful!

 

[Twingle]

To me, part of the magic of Disney is spreading the joy - glad you like the thought and are thinking of being an unofficial YOAMD pixie (which, by the way, I REALLY like that term!)

 

[CastleCreations]

When my girls went on the Disney cruise, they were totally decked out for the pirate dinner, in their handmade pirate Minnie outfits, with swords and stuff. I found a small pirate chest, and filled it with gold plastic necklaces, and little pirate things. My girls went around asking people (children) if they'd like a necklace. The looks on the other parents faces weren't great. But some of the kids were totally excited to pick a treasure from the treasure chest. I agree with you, we always pass on whatever we can, sometimes we only use a rented stroller for a few hours, we try to pass that on to someone too... I like the pixie dust in the hair idea. I have tons of it, and the girls use it before they get to the park, but not in the park. It would be great to do it in the park, and do other children as well.

 

[Jen66]

I think that spreading the magic in any way you can is a fantastic idea! I always try to do this. I took my kids to Chicago 2 years ago while DH was in business in NYC, and as I entered our hotel, a British couple gave me their bus passes that had leftover days on it. It was such a nice gesture that it started me really thinking of doing that kind of stuff whenever possible.

I think we should all do this

 

[SnowWhite12]

I think it is a great idea to share the magic. We give away ponchos after using them on a water ride. But with food, I must admit I would be leary to take any from a stranger (and this is what I teach DD2).

 

[Twingle]

Sorry, guess I wasn't clear about sharing the food thing. In the past, we've opened up the package of lollys - they are all individually wrapped, and then told parents, we have extra, would you like them for your kids? By no means is it a homemade goodie type of thing, nor is it an open bag that a kid would be reaching into.

We also teach our kids not to accept anything from strangers - which is why we ask the PARENTS. Not the KIDS.

 

[tacomaranch]

During my past two times in Disney on the FDP I bought the people behind me lunch. I had the extra credits and was leaving the next day. I have yet to have a single problem. It would be the same as me standing next to them as they ordered and I pay. So far it is working.

We also have Halloween bags with candy, stickers, and little things in them. I give them out to the good and use them to bribe the bad children, with parents permission of course.

I also have many pins on my lanyard. If a child really goes crazy over the pin, I will ask the parents if they may have it and I just give it away.

Unfortunately, giving pins away is getting to be expensive...

I like to be kind to people as the world can be cold harsh place at times. Thank you for sharing your story and keep up the good works.

 

[ellyn2000]

I was really into the YOAMD theme on our Thanksgiving trip and near the end of our trip I used our CS credits on DDP for a couple behind me @MGM. They were stunned but appreciative and the CM heard me say that I didn't want to waste the meals and didn't object to my "paying" for their meals. I had not heard that you could not use them to buy others meals. I also made little "goodie bags" with a Disney notepad, Disney pen and a light up character lollipop that I gave out to children in line, on the bus, etc... Always asked parents permission and all were pleased to let their child accept. I'm a big fan of kindness. Have a wonderful trip!

 

[bethnburke]

I think its great! We should all do it. On one of the worst days of my life - in the airport flying to see my dying father in the hospital - a total stranger in front of me in line at Starbucks paid for my coffee. He probably doesnt remember it but I dont think I will ever forget it. It makes you realize that most people really are kind and generous.

 

[DisneyAllison]

So, is it OK to use a CS dining plan meal on someone else if you have extras at the end of the trip? I'd LOVE to do that to spread a little bit of pixie dust around!

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

Twingle-I read those threads you are talking about-very very sad. Thank goodness not everyone has the witchy attitude.

I think that for the most part, most folks have the urge to go out of their way for others and make that "Disney magic". I know I sure do. I've given away fastpasses to families (so if you ever see a 40 something year old blonde woman yelling to a line of people asking if they have 5 people in their family...SPEAK UP!) At MNSSHP I gave away all my candy to any kids I saw (my kids had enough so they didn't need any more), then I gave away the pumpkin Mickey head bucket I had just bought because a little boy was crying in the store for it and his mother said they could not afford it-I told him Mickey wanted him to have it. I'm certainly not trying to buy my way into heaven, but it just FEELS GOOD to BE GOOD!

On the receiving end, my DMIL is immobile-she is in a motorized wheelchair. Well, one year we got to MVMCP parade late and we had to stand waaaaaaayyyyyy behind tons of other standing folks. My MIL is a good woman and she did not complain-she resigned herself to not seeing the parade-sad since it was her first and only trip to Disney in her 83 years. A few moments before the parade started, a gentleman tapped me on the shoulder and said he noticed DMIL and our kids in the back and that he would like to give us his spot next to his wife (who was also in a motorized wheelchair-and up at the edge of the curb). DMIL and the kids were soooo excited and I could not believe that someone would be so kind-even though I go out of my way for other folks at times, you just never really expect someone to do something nice for you. This man's wife had our kids sit in front of her wheelchair and DMIL pulled up right along side her. They really were the nicest folks-from Indiana if I recall correctly. This gentlemen hung back with me and DH and talked with us-he said he had seen the parade many times and it was not important-don't know if that was the truth, but we were totally grateful. These folks made the trip for DMIL and my kids. There are good people out there-and they do get you when you least expect it.

 

[RACHELSMOM1]

There's a post on another thread about someone being jealous of people that receive YOAMD merchandise/fast passes/etc. which started me thinking (which could be very dangerous!).

Whenever we go to Disney, we will usually share things with other guests we see. For example, we bring glow sticks with us from home to use during fireworks and parades. We always have extras, so we hand them out to the kids sitting near us. Also, the lollypop packs that come in 5, we will usually hand out the extra two. Asking parents permission, of course.

For our upcoming trip, we will be using the DDP for the first time. I know that Disney will not allow you to purchase meals for someone else, but can they really stop you from getting a Mickey Head Ice Cream and handing it off to someone on a bench looking hot?

To me, spreading Pixie Dust is just part of the Disney magic. I *know* that there are others out there that do this, because my children have been on the receiving end.

So, because of that post I've read, I'm hoping to do *more* than I usually do to spread Pixie Dust. Nothing big mind you, but if I'm going to sprinkle my kids with glitter when I go down Main Street, I'll ask the parents of the kids next to me if they want some too.

As fellow parents/caregivers would you be upset if someone wanted to share in the Magic? My DH thinks I should keep to myself . . .

I hope you do not mean that you plan to literally sprinkle glitter on my children. It will be hot when we go in June, and glitter acts as an irritant on my girls' sensitive skin. It gets in their eyes, and sticks to their little bodies inside their clothes, and it itches. It also is hard to get out of their long beautiful hair. They actually will break out in a rash if glitter is placed anywhere on their body, especially in hot and humid weather. So, if you really mean that you plan to do this, you may upset some parents. I hope you ask the parents before you do this.

 

[livndisney]

I think speading the magic is a wonderful idea, I try to do it as often as I can. But I personally prefer a stranger not offer my child food. 1) as someone mentioned parents teach their children not to take things from strangers. 2) while offering ice cream or a sucker to a nearby child may seem kind,it is torture to my child. Due to allergies either one can make her very very sick. Having to refuse the treat makes her feel terrible. She has actually refused ice cream with tears in her eyes.

Maybe you could speak to the parent privately before offering a treat?

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

Maybe you could speak to the parent privately before offering a treat?

I have asked the parents every time-like when I give away my candy from MNSSHP. But now you have me thinking that I am not doing a good thing...may have to rethink it I guess. Never thought someone would be upset by the offer.

 

[2Pirates_1Princess]

KeepMovingForward don't you dare change your ways. It sounds to me like you are doing everything right. If you are asking parents before doing anything or giving the child anything then I don't see what the big deal is. Yes, the world is a scary place and we have to teach are kids to watch out for strangers, but the world can also be a beautiful place and it is important for kids to be able to make judgement calls about people. If you are with your family and asked my permission to give the kids candy, or glow necklaces or spinkle them with Pixi Dust I would say thank you and then ask my child if they would like the candy, necklace or pixi dust. Every situation is different and as long as you are respectful of the other parents wishes I don't see the problem. Wishing for lots of Pixi Dust and the kindness of others when we go on are trip in June.

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

KeepMovingForward don't you dare change your ways.

I guess I'm just a bit horrified that my gesture of good will might be construed as torture to a parent or child-totally not the intention.