Traveling.

When I was accepted into the Disney program, I was taking an early childhood class where I made two great friends - Amanda & Chanelle. It just so happens that both of them have family in Florida and have been to Disney. When they found out that I got in, they insisted they road trip me down! I'm thrilled and getting concerned. I've never been on a long road trip with friends and know we'll have a blast! However, none of us seem to have vehicles that will fit us or last the trip. We've looked into a rental, but it'd be a lot since we all want to share the driving responsibility and would need it for 3 days. I'd really like to see my family in SC on the way and would like to be able to road trip, so I'm a little hesitant about traveling via plane or train (+ cost). Any other suggestions? :)

Also, in the back of my mind, I'm nervous about finances for the first couple weeks (delayed pay from a new job, obviously) but I am trusting God with a!ll of it. I am working as much as I can and budgeting, too.

"Are you not much more valuable than the birds of the air?" I can't wait to see how things turn out!

Magical dreams to you!

You're Hired!

Early on the morning of Wednesday, April 14th, I received an email that changed my life.

"Dear Siara,

Congratulations! You have been selected to participate as a Merchandise Cast Member on the Disney College Program in the Fall 2010 Season.

This is a valuable résumé-enhancing experience for all students, and we are proud to offer this opportunity to you! This program will allow you to gain academically-oriented work experience - the kind that provides participants in any major with the tools they need to compete effectively in today's job market..."

I still can't believe it. My countdown days seem to pass faster and faster. My spirit feels ready, but my body is unsure. I know that when the time comes, all of me will be ready. My first day working with Disney will be August 9th. Whoa. I really cannot wait!

Every single thing about this internship will be a new challenge. I have never been to Disney World, or Florida, for that matter. I've yet to live on my own for an extended amount of time, or have unrelated roommates. The job will be new, although retail is all-too familiar, Disney is a completely different story. I really CANNOT WAIT!

This blog will be for all of you who want to stay posted on my big move to Florida. I will post as often as I can, but there's no telling with a work schedule of up to 50 or so hours! :D