Last we talked, I told you about how I got to blow bubbles at work. Now onto something new. I now have this habit of waiting until the last possible moment to get out of bed and get ready for work. This has led to me almost being late to work for the past week and a half! Thank god I don't ride the bus other wise I would have been late, and possibly even fired for it.
Yesterday I was running a bit behind, but at the entrance of the tunnel to go to work.....they were handing out MICKEY ICE CREAM!!!!!!!! I was so pumped!! I love Mickey ice cream, but I almost never get it in the park because its normally really hot, and it gets very messy!
Today, I applied for some professional internships as well as some full time jobs at Disney! I really hope I get the professional internship because I have wanted it for so long! Today, I am also at my aunt's house doing some laundry and catching up on my blogs. I can't believe how behind I am on some things! It doesn't take long!
Work is very much the same! Although, right now until November we are having Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, and let me tell you, those are some fun nights to work!! The park closes at 7 for anyone not attending the party and people get really into it. A couple of nights ago one older guy dressed up like the older guy from Up, balloons and all!! One family dressed up like the characters from Toy Story, the mom was Little Bo Peep, the dad was an army figurine, the baby was an alien, the boy was Woody with Bullseye, the other boy was Buzz Lightyear, and the girl was Jesse. Seeing everyone in their costumes is hilarious! I also get to play games with everyone, which is really fun!
On to my love life! I get hit on all the time at work, sometimes its okay, but other times its just kind of awkward! I am not really ready to date, and with everyone at Disney its really hard to tell who is legit and who is not! Everyone has to be conservative and "Disney Look" at work, but when they show up in their own clothes, it is kind of surprising! I just got out of a really long relationship that took a lot out of me. I also just turned my life upside down by accepting this job and moving down here. I really don't know which way is up and I really don't want to add dating crazy people into my life right now. People don't understand this, but for the most part I don't understand them, so I guess that makes us even. This is why I love going out with my new friend Ethan! He is so chill and awesome to talk to. Added bonus: he doesn't try to hit on me! Why can't I have guy friends that just want to be friends?
I am trying to stay sane with everything going on around me. Pray that I get this internship!!!!!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Best day ever!!!
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| My kitty paws |
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| Place I blew bubbles today |
OMG!! My day started out so bad this morning! I was supposed to be at work by 11:30am and I got out of bed when I was supposed to be leaving to go to work. I literally fly out of bed, throw my clothes on, brush my teeth, and run out the door. Emphasis on the word RUN! Once I sped to work and parked my car, I ran to the bus. Again, emphasis on run. Once I made it to The Magic Kingdom, I ended up being a little bit early. WHAT A RELIEF!! I was given my assignment and went to my location. Oh did I mention that while I was speeding and running to get to work that it was raining? Well it was, and there was like no one at the park. It was so slow that they let me be a greeter!! WOO HOO!! I have wanted to greet people since I got out of training! Greeters get to blow bubbles, talk and interact with guests, and put on the Mickey hands (in my case Aristocat paws) and wave at people. I had a blast!!! I stood outside of Storybook Treats and waved at guests, talked to kids, blew 2 things of bubbles, danced along with the music, smiled the whole time, and LOVED every minute of it! My day started out bad but ended so well. I love my job! |
Monday, September 5, 2011
Story Time!!!!
The kid that wanted sprinkles
This kid wanted sprinkles on her ice cream and right before she started to cry, I told her that we had pixie dust that Tinkerbell dropped off but she had to trust me that it was there.
People with buttons
I go out of my way to be as friendly as I can be with guests, but when they have a birthday button on with their name on it, I don't care if you are 25 feet away, I will yell "Happy Birthday ______" at you. I also go out of my way to figure out what people are celebrating. Prepare yourself, because I am not the only one :)
Fireworks
When I have to take the money to GT at the end of the night, I get to see some of the fireworks. They never get old, and get to me every time!! I love them so much.
My days off
They consist of lounging, cleaning, hanging out at the pool or with my family. The last few days that I have had off, consist of this. And a very bad date.
The bad date
This guy loves comic books, sci-fi, and doesn't experience anything in life. He offered to take me to Wendy's after we were already out. Needless to say I had to text my roommate to get me out of it. The down side was that she called in the middle of a parade, and leaving when that is going on is virtually impossible.
Talking to princesses
I love it when kids dress up and come to the park, it makes my job so much better! I love to talk to them like they are that character, and 9 times out of 10 they play along. Calling kids "space ranger" and "princess" is the highlight of my job!
Character auditions
They are this Thursday and I am going! The worst thing that could happen is they say no. It isn't going to be like I am jobless and homeless. The only great thing about pageants is that they have given me thicker skin. I just really hope that I get it!
My roommates
ARE AWESOME!!! One is already moving out though. Not sure about that, but for the most part we all really get along. I got really lucky!!
The family that come back 3 times for ice cream
This family was PRECIOUS!! They were from the UK and were on holiday with their 3 kids. They were so confused about our currency, but after I took the time to figure out what they needed and went over currency with them, they were so grateful and happy that I could help them.
The family that questioned the college program
I probably took 10 minutes explaining what the college program is and how much I have already learned and benefited, this kid's mom was anxious to go home and have her son apply. They were so happy that I could take a little time to promote my program and to see how passionate I am about Disney. People love to see HAPPY cast members, and I don't know how people go to work in a bad mood.
All in all I am having a great time and cannot wait to talk to a couple of my managers about the professional internship. Keep your fingers crossed that I get in, I've heard that it is really competitive.
This kid wanted sprinkles on her ice cream and right before she started to cry, I told her that we had pixie dust that Tinkerbell dropped off but she had to trust me that it was there.
People with buttons
I go out of my way to be as friendly as I can be with guests, but when they have a birthday button on with their name on it, I don't care if you are 25 feet away, I will yell "Happy Birthday ______" at you. I also go out of my way to figure out what people are celebrating. Prepare yourself, because I am not the only one :)
Fireworks
When I have to take the money to GT at the end of the night, I get to see some of the fireworks. They never get old, and get to me every time!! I love them so much.
My days off
They consist of lounging, cleaning, hanging out at the pool or with my family. The last few days that I have had off, consist of this. And a very bad date.
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| One of my roommates grubbin' |
The bad date
This guy loves comic books, sci-fi, and doesn't experience anything in life. He offered to take me to Wendy's after we were already out. Needless to say I had to text my roommate to get me out of it. The down side was that she called in the middle of a parade, and leaving when that is going on is virtually impossible.
Talking to princesses
I love it when kids dress up and come to the park, it makes my job so much better! I love to talk to them like they are that character, and 9 times out of 10 they play along. Calling kids "space ranger" and "princess" is the highlight of my job!
Character auditions
They are this Thursday and I am going! The worst thing that could happen is they say no. It isn't going to be like I am jobless and homeless. The only great thing about pageants is that they have given me thicker skin. I just really hope that I get it!
My roommates
ARE AWESOME!!! One is already moving out though. Not sure about that, but for the most part we all really get along. I got really lucky!!
The family that come back 3 times for ice cream
This family was PRECIOUS!! They were from the UK and were on holiday with their 3 kids. They were so confused about our currency, but after I took the time to figure out what they needed and went over currency with them, they were so grateful and happy that I could help them.
The family that questioned the college program
I probably took 10 minutes explaining what the college program is and how much I have already learned and benefited, this kid's mom was anxious to go home and have her son apply. They were so happy that I could take a little time to promote my program and to see how passionate I am about Disney. People love to see HAPPY cast members, and I don't know how people go to work in a bad mood.
All in all I am having a great time and cannot wait to talk to a couple of my managers about the professional internship. Keep your fingers crossed that I get in, I've heard that it is really competitive.
Sunday, September 4, 2011
My first week of work on my own
I have pixie dust instead of sprinkles, I see princesses and space rangers instead of kids, I smile all the time, I believe in the magic, and I am the face that people see! I love my job!!
Since the last time I wrote I have so many cool stories about the guests I interact with everyday! Sometimes you get people that are a little rude, but for the most part if you talk to them and get to know about their day they will love you and tell you fun things that they have done.
Things that I have learned since coming here:
Sometimes the language barriers are hard and sometimes I get frustrated, but at the end of the day I know that my smiling face has made someones day. I have a lot more stories that I want to share, but I wanted to give you all an update. My life is great!
Since the last time I wrote I have so many cool stories about the guests I interact with everyday! Sometimes you get people that are a little rude, but for the most part if you talk to them and get to know about their day they will love you and tell you fun things that they have done.
Things that I have learned since coming here:
- to appreciate the differences in people
- to smile and be happy ALL the time
- to fry things in a fryer and not burn the food
- to be patient
- to be helpful and courteous
- to get along with everyone
Sometimes the language barriers are hard and sometimes I get frustrated, but at the end of the day I know that my smiling face has made someones day. I have a lot more stories that I want to share, but I wanted to give you all an update. My life is great!
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