I Pitched a Roller Coaster to Disneyland at Age 10 in 1978

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A 10-year-old's exhilarating experience on Space Mountain at Disneyland sparks the idea for a roller coaster with loops.
The child, undeterred by initial doubts, conceptualizes a roller coaster named the Quadrupuler with four loops, inspired by the Spin Out ride.
Despite learning about the Revolution roller coaster at Magic Mountain, the child remains excited and creates detailed blueprints for their own design.
The ambitious project involves building a model with balsa wood and Styrofoam, overcoming challenges like making loops with heat-bent plastic strips.
A safety incident involving fire during an earlier experiment leads to cautious handling of materials for the loops.
The completed model is photographed, and the child writes to Disneyland proposing their Quadrupuler design.
A response from WED Enterprises (Disney's Imagineering branch) validates the child's idea, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.
The child's inventing spirit continues into adulthood, leading to further inventions and resilience in the face of rejection.
The early validation from Disney influences the child's later career in acting and inventing, maintaining a persistent and optimistic outlook.

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