I just joined the Boards, after discovering the Podcast and listening since June '08 or so.
My name is Mark - I'm 54, and live near Dulles Airport in the Washington DC Area. I'm a technology and privacy lawyer for the FBI's Terrorist Screening Center. I've got one cat, who has her own favorite mouse (no, not Mickey - the one filled with catnip).
I'm originally a Southern California native, raised in Whitter and who attended Cal State Fullerton (or, "Cal State
Disneyland"). From 1972 to 1975 I worked for Retlaw as a ride operator and conductor on the Disneyland Railroad (which was the Santa Fe and Disneyland Railroad when I started). My happiest memories come from my time in Security (1976-1981), because I got to be all over the Park instead of being stuck on one ride all year, and I made friends and had experiences in every Land. Yes, I am a member of the Disneyland Alumni Association (started by Van Arsdale France), and attended the 50th Cast Reunion. Also a member of the association of former Mousecops - Disneyland Security.
I hope other Disneylanders in the area will introduce themselves. I'm starting a Disney Meetup group out in my area, and your presence would be welcomed.
Please say 'hi.'
Mark