Wait, its November?

Remember that time I was going to update this blog...
yeah sorry.
Things here in Florida are pretty darn busy and because I work nights, I sleep in all day, go to work, and then sleep again. And my off days are filled with more sleep, trying to visit the parks, grocery shopping, and laundry. Exciting stuff right?

Well, now that I'm writing again, I don't really know what to say. Working is...well work. Sometimes there are days when I don't want to go but I do it anyway. I do really love the people I work with and we have a lot of fun together. Work can be stressful but there are always a few moments that make you smile.
I can't believe its November. September and October went by so quickly. I miss the Halloween season. Yes I love Christmas, but Halloween at Disney World is by far my favorite. I was fortunate enough to go to 2 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Parties, and had a blast both times. The second time involved a sweet little girl named Ella but that story is a whole other blog post in itself!
I decided to try and extend my program as well. I went to the character performer audition and it was...alright. I feel like my experience back in March was so much more positive. Oh well, my time will come right? I should find out within the next week or so. As much as I would love any excuse to stay down here in Florida, I know that at some point I do need to return to school. I wish I could go back and just dance. I miss it oh so very much and I hate knowing that every day I'm here, I'm loosing a bit of technique. Being down here has made me realize that I would prefer having a dancers life. Yes, I have no problem living down here and having a normal job and such but I miss performing. I know it's what I'm meant to do and I will keep trying to make my dream come true.

Other than that, there's not too much going on in my life. The Food and Wine Festival is almost over and even though I hate working it on the weekends, I'll be sad to see it go. As a guest, it's so much fun. I'm not looking forward to the Christmas crowds thats for sure but it's just something I will have to deal with.

If theres anything else you guys would like to hear about, just let me know! I know I'm horrible at this promise but I'll try and update this again soon!

Until then, have a magical day!

Just keep swimming everyone!

Hello, hello!
So here it is, 7 days after check in and I've survived thus far. I've been going to work and training like crazy but now I have 2 days off.
So I'm working at the Seas with Nemo and Friends. When I first got the job I was a little skeptical. I hadn't even been in that pavilion since it was the Living Seas! For some reason I wasn't given a discovery day so it was off to the first day of training! I have the sweetest trainer Kristina and another girl who lives in my complex is training with me. I'm so glad I haven't been alone!
But anyway, everyone at the Seas is so nice. I'm only on my 4th day of training and I already feel like I'm apart of a family.
But still, it doesn't help that I'm surrounded by people doing entertainment. I'm not gonna lie, it hurts. I want entertainment so badly that just thinking about it makes me want to cry. When I go up and meet characters or see them in the parks, my heart just sinks. Plus everyone at the seas telling me that I would be a great princess doesn't help either. But anyway, it will happen someday.
And I know Brooke probably doesn't read this blog but I just have to give her a shout out. Her friend Ariel was so amazingly sweet to me. I went to go see Ariel and these three little girls were standing beside me. I talked to them for a bit, found out they were celebrating birthdays and stuff. We talked about all kinds of things until Ariel got there. Then when Ariel and I were talking, one girl asked how we knew each other. Ariel whispered in her ear and then the girls eyes grew wide as she looked up at me. I asked Ariel I was like, "What did you say?". And she told me that she told the girl I was a mermaid too! Once Ariel left us the little girls were so excited to talk to me! I felt like such a princess and it was such a magical moment for me. It was beyond special to be looked at in such a way by those little girls. I just wish it was my job.
But The Seas should be fun. I did my first Turtle Talk show today which went much better than expected. I didn't mess up the spiel and the kids in the audience behaved for the most part. I hope every show goes just as well. As of now, thats my performance aspect. It's not dancing, and its not entertainment but I suppose it will do.
So now I have 2 days off and then back to work again. I have to admit, I feel very grown up living here. Today I worked, cleaned, cooked, and now I'm baking. Oh and I also went grocery shopping. I love living in an apartment and everything. Honestly, I'm so glad I'm not at DeSales right now. Even though I don't have my dream job, its still so much better.
Well my crumb cake is almost done so I should go!
But until next time,
Have a magical day here at EPCOT!


Oh woops....

Second day in Florida...

Thank goodness we have the day off. I really don't know if I could have survived going straight into Traditions or something else.

Well yesterday was crazy to say the least. We woke up at 4 in the morning in order to get in line for housing around 5:30. And we weren't even the first people in line! So then we waiting, went to the bathroom multiple times, snacked on stale crackers, and stood in the rain. It was long but oh well. Then just as my parents were bringing us food they let us in to start the process. We went through everything from housing, to ID's, cars, all that jazz. And the area that we were in Vista, they were playing Disney parks music. Needless to say I was jamming out a couple of times.

Then we found out we were going right onto the 9 o'clock bus for casting. I grabbed my food from my parents and we were off. But I could hardly eat I was so nervous! Well we got there and it felt completely surreal. I've always dreamed of going into that building. It was so beautiful inside. The artwork was fantastic, I wanted to take all of it home! So first I found out my location. I will be working in EPCOT, east attractions! Not my first choice obviously but I'm sure everything will be fine!

So after that we basically did a maze around the building, going from station to station and handing in papers and such. It was very informative but also very tiring. When we were done, all I wanted to do was get out of there! Remember I had been up since 4 AM. So then we caught the bus and headed back to our apartment. Patterson, building 10, Room 10203! I love it, its gorgeous and very roomy. So Kendra and I unpacked a bit and then it was off to the housing meeting. 2 hours of rules, rules, and more rules. The only good part about this meeting was the fact that at one point they played Camp Rock music haha. Not that I didn't appreciate the presentation, but we were all just so hungry and tired! After that, we left, got some dinner, came back and sat on the computer for a little bit, Kendra and I had a mini dance party, and then we crashed. I slept from 10 at night to 10 in the morning. Now I feel great! Can't wait to shower and go shopping!


Tomorrow is Traditions. I have the later one with 2 of my roommates. Kendra has the earliest one all by herself, poor thing. But it should be fun and I will post about it soon! Then Saturday I start training so that should be fun as well!

Wish me luck and I will try and keep you guys updated as much as possible! Let me know if you want me to post any pictures and such.

Have a magical day!

10 days!

Oh my oh my! Is it really almost time to leave? I'm not quite sure I know how to handle this. It's always felt so far away and now...well its just hard to believe!
I don't even know where to start as far as packing goes. I just got back from a 2 week vacation so I had to unpack and do laundry from all that. The vacation was lovely and so much fun but through it all I knew that once it was over, I needed to get down to business! And defeat some huns! Hahah... totally kidding.
But anyway, the next few days shall be crazy. I have lots of errands to run and things to do. Gotta celebrate my dad's birthday and then he will be leaving and driving all of my things down to Florida a few days before I will arrive. So I will have no car, and hardly any clothes and things. Should be interesting! Hopefully I will figure it all out.
I have most of my clothes already set aside to pack. Heres hoping it all fits!
Well, anyway, good luck to everyone who is checking in tomorrow and so on! I can't wait to meet everyone!
I will try my best to update on everything that will happen! I hope to have time after check in to write everything down. If not, I guess I will get to it eventually.
Until then, have a magical day!

Harry Potter and 39 days.

Hey everyone. Sorry I haven't updated in a while, but nothing to exciting has been happening.
Now obviously everyone knows about the last Harry Potter film opening on the 15th. If you don't know, you live under a rock. Anyway I wrote this on my tumblr and I just felt that I wanted to share it here.

To all those Harry Potter fans:

Yes I’m a fan as well but I admit I haven’t been with him from the beginning. I still love the books and the movies but I understand that I will never have a connection like you do.

However I just realized that Harry Potter is to you, like Disney is to me. Disney has been there for me through thick and thin. The movies and the parks have brought me so much joy since I was little. Disney was my childhood. It’s always been there in my darkest of times. But just like a Disney movie, it never ends. Harry Potter will always survive in our hearts and souls.

So no, I may not understand completely how one can get so emotional over this last movie even though yes I am sad as well, but I do understand the love. I understand the compassion towards something that brings you back to your happiest place.

So whether it is Hogwarts or Magic Kingdom, it will always welcome you home.





Ok, on another topic. HOLY CRAP 39 DAYS. I still remember counting down from 100! It really hit me last night that 39 days is really not that long of a time. I mean we're in the thirties now people! I feel like I'm not prepared at all and I'm a bit scared. But at the same time, I'm really really excited. I'm ready to start this new chapter and experience every thing I can. I'm truly looking forward to spending time with all these fabulous people that I've been talking to. So I will do my best to update you on the weeks to come but I warn you I go on vacation the last week of July/first week of August and then 10 days later I arrive in Florida. But as I said, I will do my best! Until next time, have a magical day!

The Verdict.

Well everyone, I didn't get it. I never received an email from Disney but I called yesterday and received the dreaded news that I had not gotten character performer.
Yes I was upset, and the reactions from family members certainly didn't help, but I'm over it. I truly believe that everything happens for a reason. It just wasn't my time. I know I'll be working for Disney well into the future so I will get my chance. Besides, now I won't be in a huge fur costume while its a million degrees outside! I'm really excited to interact with people. I'm praying now that my many requests for the Great Movie Ride will pay off. I've already printed out the script so I can be extra prepared!
So, who knows when the next time I will update is but until then, have a magical day!

Still waiting and Vlog #4.

Hello everyone. So tomorrow is the last day to find out about my audition results. I've been waiting for over 4 weeks and its been torture. My best friend Kendra got character performer so ever since she found out I've been constantly on edge. Every time my email bings on my phone, my heart skips a beat. At this point I just need to know either way. And I would hate to be rejected on my last day.
As I've said before, I want this more than anything but I can't control what happens now.

So this is a bit delayed but here is our Vlog #4!