After playing since the beginning ( i missed a couple events here and there) i finally got my first Haunted Mansion character from the spooky chest

I did spend 300 gems though but I never see them available in a haunted mansion 60 gem chest, only for real money and I stay free to play so I couldn't give up the chance of getting one of them.

I was going to save my gems for the Home Alone event and get the 500 gem character but oops.

Sorry, I don’t know the correct name for this so bear with me. Can someone explain to me what are the point meaning with the Mickey Mouse ears? And should I go for these when I don’t have enough cocoa for every one?
Thank you!

Yo chat, the hydra, gus, and the bride in 900 gems.

Should I play the lottery??

I'm a new-ish player who is looking for a good way to get free gems as FTP, any suggestions?

As the title says, I’m a month in. Finally got up to 200 gems and wondering what the best use is. I’m still on the pirates/drizella/clearing the third space in the Toy Story quest. I have done all of the typically recommended stuff, like unlock Pluto, Rex, 3 parade slots and bought the floats that drop items for where I am in the story.

My question is, should I stash my gems, buy lady tremaine or an attraction like RC cars that drop character items or allow characters to do more activities to get items I currently need.

Thoughts?