What is the flashing R in Alice in Wonderland?

The flashing 'R' in Disney's Alice in Wonderland (1951) appears in the "Walrus and the Carpenter" scene on the mother oyster's calendar, highlighting the month of "March" to signify that oysters are best eaten in months with an 'R' in their name (like SeptembeR, OctobeR, NovembeR, DecembeR, JanuaRy, FebRuaRy) to avoid illness from summer months (May, June, July, August) when they can spoil or carry toxins.

Why did the R flash in Alice in Wonderland?

In the Walrus and the Carpenter sequence, the R in the word "March" on the mother oyster's calendar flashes. This alludes to the old adage about only eating oysters in a month with an R in its name.

What does the R mean in the Walrus and the Carpenter?

I was watching Alice in Wonderland today and when the Walrus and the Carpenter segment comes up, I always get annoyed by the flashing R in the calendar. As I understand it, it's a reference to not eating oyster in a month with out an R in it. Even so, it always bugs me. Other than that I love this movie.

What is rule 42 in Alice in Wonderland?

In Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Rule 42 states, "All persons more than a mile high to leave the court," a nonsensical law announced by the King of Hearts during Alice's trial when she grows giant. In Disneyland's ride, the rule is altered to "The Queen always wins," a nod to Walt Disney's wife Lillian, but in the book and 1951 film, the original mile-high rule stands, highlighting Wonderland's absurdity. 

Are oysters ambisexual?

Yes, many oysters are ambisexual, meaning they have both male and female reproductive organs and can change sex during their lives, a process called sequential hermaphroditism, typically starting as male and transitioning to female as they age, sometimes changing back and forth multiple times, allowing for flexible reproduction. 

Why can't you eat oysters when pregnant?

Raw shellfish can carry bacteria and parasites that can cause life-threatening infections in pregnant women and their unborn children. Avoid eating raw or undercooked shellfish, including oysters, if you are pregnant.

Which species can change their gender?

Many animals can change gender, primarily through sequential hermaphroditism, where they develop as one sex and later transition to the other, often triggered by social cues or age, with popular examples including clownfish (male to female), wrasses and parrotfish (female to male), and even some snails, frogs, and gobies, showcasing remarkable reproductive flexibility. 

Is there LGBTQ in Alice's Wonderland Bakery?

While Alice's Wonderland Bakery is known for its diverse cultural representation and themes of self-discovery, there aren't prominent explicitly LGBTQ+ characters or storylines in the Disney Junior series, though it embraces broader inclusivity with diverse cultures and inclusive themes in other productions like Oberon's Alice adaptation.
 

What is the 3 2 1 rule Disney?

The Disney 3-2-1 rule is a planning strategy to make park days less overwhelming by focusing on 3 must-do rides, 2 entertainment experiences (shows, parades, characters), and 1 planned dining reservation or special treat, with everything else becoming a bonus, ensuring you hit priorities without burnout. It simplifies planning, manages expectations, and creates structure for a magical, less stressful Disney vacation.
 

What did Hatter whisper to Alice?

At the end of his dance, the Hatter grabs Alice and kisses her passionately. Before she leaves, He abruptly kisses her one last time and whispers "Fairfarren, Alice.".

What happened to the oysters in Alice in Wonderland?

The oysters follow the walrus and the carpenter, and they are eventually all eaten.

Are the Walrus and carpenter good or bad?

Later I went back and looked at it and realised that the Walrus was the bad guy in the story, and the Carpenter was the good guy.

What is the Mad Hatter a metaphor for?

The Mad Hatter represents the absurdity of logic, a playful rebellion against rigid Victorian society, and, historically, the neurological effects (like erratic behavior) of mercury poisoning on hat-makers, symbolizing the "madness" found in chaos, unreason, and societal critique. He embodies beautiful nonsense, challenging conventional sense by showing wisdom in irrationality and questioning the adult world's seriousness. 

Why does the white rabbit carry a clock?

The White Rabbit carries a clock in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland because he is perpetually late and obsessed with punctuality, symbolizing the frantic pace of time and a countdown to adulthood that Alice is experiencing, prompting him to constantly check his watch and rush off, urging Alice to follow him down the rabbit hole. He's a harried, mature figure representing the pressures of time and societal expectations that disrupt childhood innocence, according to SparkNotes. 

Why is it always 6 o'clock at the Mad Hatter's Tea Party?

The Mad Hatter tells Alice that the Queen has accused him of murdering his friend Time; ever since the Mad Hatter and Time had a falling out, it has always been six o'clock.

What is a code 70 at Disney?

In Disney parks, "Code 70" or "Signal 70" means a child has been separated from their parent or guardian, a polite way of saying a "lost child" to keep the situation calm for the child, framing it as a "lost parent" search. When Cast Members find a lost child, they escort them to the Baby Care Center, turning a potentially scary moment into a manageable, helpful situation, say Disney Fanatic and Inside the Magic. 

What is the 120 minute rule at Disney?

The Disney 120-minute rule is a key guideline for using the Genie+ service, allowing you to book a new Lightning Lane (LL) selection either 120 minutes after your last booking (if the return time was far away) or immediately after using your current LL, whichever comes first, to help you "stack" reservations and maximize rides throughout the day, even before the park officially opens. It prevents you from getting stuck with a far-off LL and ensures you can keep booking throughout the day. 

Is Kuina originally a boy?

No, Hikari Kuina from Alice in Borderland is a transgender woman; she was assigned male at birth but transitioned to live as a woman, embracing her identity and skills in martial arts in the deadly games, a key part of her character's journey and strength.
 

Are there any inappropriate scenes in Alice in Wonderland?

Parents Need to Know

This trippy adaptation -- in which Alice is a young adult -- includes some fantasy violence with scary monsters that attack people, a cruel Red Queen (Helena Bonham Carter) who frequently sentences people to death, and a climactic battle scene between sword-brandishing humans, animals, and beasts.

Did Alison Wonderland have a baby?

Yes, DJ Alison Wonderland (Alex Sholler) gave birth to her second son, Ash West, in early November 2025, joining her older son Max, born in 2023, with her husband Ti West. She announced the birth, sharing photos and noting her new baby loves listening to electronic music.
 

What animal is born a male and turns into a female?

Sequential hermaphrodites can be divided into three broad categories: Protandry: Where an organism develops as a male, and then changes sex to a female. Example: The clownfish (genus Amphiprion) are colorful reef fish found living in symbiosis with sea anemones.

Are there examples of homosexuality in animals?

One report on sheep found that 8% of rams exhibited homosexual preferences—that is, even when given a choice, they chose male over female partners. In fact, apparent homosexual individuals are known from all of the traditional domestic species, from sheep, cattle and horses to cats, dogs and budgerigars.

Does transgenderism exist in other animals?

Many animals can also change their sex over time, including some mammals (lionesses have been documented changing their sex traits like growing a mane, and living as lions), amphibians (such as frogs), reptiles, fish (clownfish, for example), and more.