Disney Infinite Affection

Is it possible to imagine the immensity of affection of Walt Disney's heart in his identifying with cuddly, cute, uplifting, example of integrity, safety-inspiring little Mickey? With a character that is available in so many sizes and softness to be hugged by all?
Returning from Anaheim, where I gave a presentation of "From Mars to Marceline" at the NFFC's writers panel, I was looking at the 10 inch Mickey Mouse doll I bought at Disneyland to add to the other sized Mickeys I have with my family, and this one thought about Mickey/Disney popped into my mind.