"Whatever ambivalence I felt about my own career, Frankie more than made up for it with his ambition ..." — Annette Funicello

Whatever dreams I have wished have come true.

Watching television in those days was not the same experience as it is today. After years of listening to radio, we found the black-and-white images mesmerizing.

Then, as now, the Disney studio buzzed with activity. You had a strong impression of being at the center of something very exciting.

Of the many guests we welcomed to the Mickey Mouse Club, my absolute favorites were the Lennon Sisters.