Three big things all in one blog, arent you all so lucky!!
Ok so the Magic Kingdom. After a day of paperwork, my big sister (if I forgot to mention when you are new here and are Canadian the other Canadians assign a big brother or big sister to "look after you", Janna, asked me if I wanted to go to a park and she would sign me in as I hadnt received my Disney ID yet. So Cale, Kate, Janna, and I got to go the Magic Kingdom, for a few hours. We did a heck of a lot in those couple hours. Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, Haunted Mansion, Pirates, Jungle Cruise, TTA, Buzz, Tea cups, Goofy's Brainstormer, and watch both bites of the parade and bits of the fireworks. We then had dinner at Crystal Palace and got to eat a really nice buffet. Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger all come around the restaurant and you get to take pictures with them. So I have met those 4 Disney Characters so far, many many to go.
The next day I had off so we 8 Canadians of the new arrival group went to Universal. The majority of us bought the $100 dollar pass that is good till Dec 19. We then bought a 30$ fastpass for the both parks and rode every single major ride in both of those parks. We did a LOT of walking. I also got a picture of Lucy, from the I love Lucy TV show, and a picture of Marilyn Monroe and I together (will be posted later as camera is recharging) Before that we got a semi group picture of us and Storm and Rogue from the X-Men, that was fun. We even did the water rides, which by the way I HATE getting wet. So of course I was drentched for the majority of the day. Wearing Jeans and all. Stupid Heather. We waited around for the end of the night when there was the Marti Gras parade and we got a load of beads. And before you all think I flashed 1000 people for beads I DID NOT! The parade was a lot of fun and all of us got a TON of beads.
This morning was a very very very EARLY morning. Up at 5, on the bus @ 6:15, class at 8. The Class was very fun though. Lots of little bits of disney trivia, which of course I enjoy learning about. I even got 4 little disney figurines that they call critters here. I got Daisy, Tink, Tigger, and Minnie. They are really cute. I got my Disney ID, so I now can go into the 4 parks whenever I want! YAY ME! And even better than that is that I got my Disney Nametag. :)
Tomorrow I have Food and beverage training for the morning then have the afternoon off. which I need to go to walmart and buy some food. Then the next day is another longggggggggggg day, but I do get my costume tomorrow. So there should be some photos posted after that.
Till next time!
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
FIRST ORLANDO BLOG!
Ok so I got here 2 days ago, but who has time to update these things with all the hustle and bustle of disney fun. Ill start with the flight and end with last night.
So the flight. The airport security and immigrations people were very nice. Got my visa without an issue, which really took a load off my shoulders. I was there extremely early which is the norm for me. Kate arrived an hour or so later. Our plane wasnt full so after take off we were able to switch to another row and sit beside eachother. Then we landed, got our luggage which was really quick, and guess what EVERYTHING SHOWED UP! We made our way over to the Mears Buses and was on one really quick and then got off at Vista Way. Here was a quick presentation, a video, and going over paperwork and where we will be living. I live in the Commons (taking photos today and will post them in the next blog) We arrived at the commons and I am in building 8 which is right beside the main house and bus stop so I am in heaven. I live with 3 other girls. Silvia from Mexico, Gabrellia from France, and Jacqueline from Germany. We all started the same day so we are all in the same boat. I love my roommates already. All in the 24- 26 age group. That evening Cale, Kate, Jason and I all went to downtown disney for dinner. We ate at the irish pub there which was really good, which an irish band and everything. We then walked around, and when I say walked I mean run like little kids.
Yesterday was a paperwork day that started at 8:45. Lots of little presentations and that sort of thing. Went to Walmart for the second time. Then we had our Throw - In. I was a tad nervous, with all the rumours going on. But it was all in good fun and a great time. Ran into Craig which was lovely. This was a big arrival group of 8 people. Cale from Calgary, Kate from Vancouver Island, Jason from PEI, Matt and Francis from Nova Scotia, Cassandra from a small town south of Toronto which I forgot the name to, Jaime from Sarnia and then me from Toronto. I cant talk much about the throw in but it was fun and not something to worry about. If I could do it all over again I would.
Today is another paperwork day, then we have the day off so all the Canucks are going to Universal. WOOT!
Till the next time I update.
So the flight. The airport security and immigrations people were very nice. Got my visa without an issue, which really took a load off my shoulders. I was there extremely early which is the norm for me. Kate arrived an hour or so later. Our plane wasnt full so after take off we were able to switch to another row and sit beside eachother. Then we landed, got our luggage which was really quick, and guess what EVERYTHING SHOWED UP! We made our way over to the Mears Buses and was on one really quick and then got off at Vista Way. Here was a quick presentation, a video, and going over paperwork and where we will be living. I live in the Commons (taking photos today and will post them in the next blog) We arrived at the commons and I am in building 8 which is right beside the main house and bus stop so I am in heaven. I live with 3 other girls. Silvia from Mexico, Gabrellia from France, and Jacqueline from Germany. We all started the same day so we are all in the same boat. I love my roommates already. All in the 24- 26 age group. That evening Cale, Kate, Jason and I all went to downtown disney for dinner. We ate at the irish pub there which was really good, which an irish band and everything. We then walked around, and when I say walked I mean run like little kids.
Yesterday was a paperwork day that started at 8:45. Lots of little presentations and that sort of thing. Went to Walmart for the second time. Then we had our Throw - In. I was a tad nervous, with all the rumours going on. But it was all in good fun and a great time. Ran into Craig which was lovely. This was a big arrival group of 8 people. Cale from Calgary, Kate from Vancouver Island, Jason from PEI, Matt and Francis from Nova Scotia, Cassandra from a small town south of Toronto which I forgot the name to, Jaime from Sarnia and then me from Toronto. I cant talk much about the throw in but it was fun and not something to worry about. If I could do it all over again I would.
Today is another paperwork day, then we have the day off so all the Canucks are going to Universal. WOOT!
Till the next time I update.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Countdown 4 days....
Its Friday and I leave on Tuesday, wow time is sure flying by. I have sent in my taxes, yay, getting almost 500 back so yay me. Have all my american money, have almost completely packed except the stuff I need in the next 4 days. It's all coming together, whether I like it or not, but I do like it.
I went to see Spring Awakening on Wednesday. I enjoyed it. Love love LOVE the music, but I already had the soundtrack so I knew the music was great.
I really dont have too much more to talk about right now. There is a going away party for me on Sunday from 2-4pm at my house. I am going out for dinner with a friend tonight. Other than that I THINK I am set to go.. key word is think. I just wish I would stop waking up in the middle of the night thinking I have lost something, go searching through my packed suitcases looking for the item, finding it, then going back to bed. I have to stop that, cause I need at least one night of sleep before I go.
Its becoming real.
I went to see Spring Awakening on Wednesday. I enjoyed it. Love love LOVE the music, but I already had the soundtrack so I knew the music was great.
I really dont have too much more to talk about right now. There is a going away party for me on Sunday from 2-4pm at my house. I am going out for dinner with a friend tonight. Other than that I THINK I am set to go.. key word is think. I just wish I would stop waking up in the middle of the night thinking I have lost something, go searching through my packed suitcases looking for the item, finding it, then going back to bed. I have to stop that, cause I need at least one night of sleep before I go.
Its becoming real.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
St. Patty's Day
My Birthday on Sunday was a lot of fun. Didnt do anything spectacular, just had a nice dinner with my family. After the Dinner, I grabbed a pen and paper and wrote down every little thing I have to do before I go to Disney. ITS A LONG ARSE LIST.
Yesterday I ran around like a chicken with my head cut off and got a good chunk of the list done. Bought some hard candies for the plane (or my ears with hurt), space saver bags (I can just say I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE these), some new MAC makeup, a new Betsey Johnson makeup bag (yes I realize I am an addict with BJ stuff, I promise while I am in the states I wont go toooooo crazy), got some more travelers checks, and talked to the bank about letting my mom deposit checks into my account (tax refund check YAY!)
Today was just as crazy as yesterday. Called the bank about my credit card, which still hasnt arrived yet, but they said it should tomorrow *Growls*. Made copies of everything Disney asked for. Made copies of everything my parents might need. And the big news... PAID the online housing fee thingy, woot! Even remember to print out the proof. Currently I am now working on business card things for my luggage. At least I get to be a tad creative with them.
This weeks is going to be a busy one. Tomorrow I am going to see Spring Awakening with my Mom, sort of a birthday thing for the both of us. Thursday, I remembered to book a hair appointment before I leave, yay me, and then out to dinner with a friend. Sunday is my family going away party thingy, some of my friends are coming too. Should be fun, my mom bought a bunch of mickey plates and stuff like that. I feel like a little kid again :)
Well my major to do list is getting smaller
Yesterday I ran around like a chicken with my head cut off and got a good chunk of the list done. Bought some hard candies for the plane (or my ears with hurt), space saver bags (I can just say I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE these), some new MAC makeup, a new Betsey Johnson makeup bag (yes I realize I am an addict with BJ stuff, I promise while I am in the states I wont go toooooo crazy), got some more travelers checks, and talked to the bank about letting my mom deposit checks into my account (tax refund check YAY!)
Today was just as crazy as yesterday. Called the bank about my credit card, which still hasnt arrived yet, but they said it should tomorrow *Growls*. Made copies of everything Disney asked for. Made copies of everything my parents might need. And the big news... PAID the online housing fee thingy, woot! Even remember to print out the proof. Currently I am now working on business card things for my luggage. At least I get to be a tad creative with them.
This weeks is going to be a busy one. Tomorrow I am going to see Spring Awakening with my Mom, sort of a birthday thing for the both of us. Thursday, I remembered to book a hair appointment before I leave, yay me, and then out to dinner with a friend. Sunday is my family going away party thingy, some of my friends are coming too. Should be fun, my mom bought a bunch of mickey plates and stuff like that. I feel like a little kid again :)
Well my major to do list is getting smaller
- Send in taxes
- Finish Packing
Sunday, March 8, 2009
15.5 days to GO!!!
Everything is seeming to come together. I had my last shift of work last week. Getting the last pay check this week. And figuring out all the details for my birthday and goodbye party.
I still need to pay for the housing fee but I need to get paid in order to do that. He he he he.
Ive almost finished cleaning/packing up my bedroom. My parents are moving into my room as they are going to redo the master suite while I am away so everything I own is almost in boxes. It's a very weird feeling to go into my room and see boxes and not all my little nicknacks everywhere. On the plus side I have sent many MANY bags of clothes, toys, shoes, purses, and books to Goodwill. Did a clean sweep of most of the stuff I own, and it felt really good to get rid of most (not all) of the kiddy stuff that I have been keeping in my bedroom.
Things to do
I still need to pay for the housing fee but I need to get paid in order to do that. He he he he.
Ive almost finished cleaning/packing up my bedroom. My parents are moving into my room as they are going to redo the master suite while I am away so everything I own is almost in boxes. It's a very weird feeling to go into my room and see boxes and not all my little nicknacks everywhere. On the plus side I have sent many MANY bags of clothes, toys, shoes, purses, and books to Goodwill. Did a clean sweep of most of the stuff I own, and it felt really good to get rid of most (not all) of the kiddy stuff that I have been keeping in my bedroom.
Things to do
- Finish packing up my bedroom
- Pack for disney
- Finish taxes
- Ask Kate to see if she wants to meet up for dinner one night before we go (hint hint kate)
- Call the blessed Bank!!
- Pay the housing FEE as soon as I get paid!
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