Disney Update!

I mean... What?! Holy friggin crap you guys. And this app is counting down to my Disney check-in. In reality I leave in 44 days. Argh.
I'm not even sure what to say. Everytime I think about it, I feel like peeing. Just a little.

Things are coming together so quickly. I have my visa, I have paid my program fee, I have most my documents organised. I am still putting off paying for medical insurance, I'm holding on to the illusion of having that extra grand in my bank account. A little closer to the time we will get our housing information. Those that are requesting roommates can organise them, and those that are leaving it up to the universe (i.e me) can sit back and relax!

Now 44 days may still seem like quite a long time. So let me put it this way for you.

5 Weeks.

5 Weeks....

I have 4 more weeks at work, then one week of packing and farewells, and that is it. THAT'S IT! 

Then I will be jet-setting off across the world, probably bawling my eyes out, and feeling like throwing up. But also a bundle of excitement. Because that's how I do.

The Story of My Life...

So I have jumped on the bandwagon.

But I'm not going to kid myself, or lie to you.

 

We all know I'm not going to post every day of May as Jenni suggested. But I will participate in some of the challenges. I'm going to pick and choose. 

Cause I'm a rebel like that.

But here we go with Day One... The Story of My Life in 250 words or less. (It's less. I got bored...)

circa 2011

Born February 5th 1992 in Sydney, Australia. Sunshine, family, younger sister and brother. Then New Zealand from age 5 onwards. Growing up, 90's kid, great friends, fun times, movie nights, picnics, music, drama, theatre, parents divorce, late nights, soft toys, parties, beaches, sleepovers, road trips, pizza nights, insecurities, dress ups, warm beds, family, reading, learning guitar, kickboxing, netball, Zumba, flatting, braces at 21, alcohol, coffee, winter, chocolate, red lips, laughing, sleeping in,  and so much more. Moved cities, away from home. Grew up some (not too much). Graduated University with a Bachelor of Media and Creative Technologies. Dreams of acting in or making films, in the meantime watching way too much TV and too many movies. Big dreamer. Big heart. Shy persona. I have never been in love. I am a hopeless romantic. Leaving the security of my small country to live and work at Walt Disney World in Florida. Big excitement. Big fears. Feels like I'm waiting for my life to begin, though I know I have a lot I'm leaving behind. All in all... Happy.

Home Alooone...

I drive home from work at 9pm. It's pitch dark outside on a Friday night, not many people are around, either at home or already in town enjoying the last of the 'after-work'drinks' circuit. I pull up my driveway and the house is dark. No windows lit up, nobody home.

I'm strange about being home alone. During the day I love it, indulge in it, watching too many movies, playing guitar as loud as I can, cooking delicious food I don't have to share. But at night it seems lonely. I can still do all the same things, but I don't. It feels weird cooking dinner at 9pm, it's verging on too late for a movie as I have work in the morning, and nights are to still and quiet to sing at the top of my lungs.

 You also get weird I"M SO BORED photos of me. Sorry bout that, I'm gonna regret these in the morning.

It's kind of an awkward state of limbo, need to do something, don't know what to do. And yet if my family WAS here, I would probably be doing the exact same thing I'm doing now. Watching Pretty Little Liars for the billionth time. But I am here by myself, which means you get a weird, rambling blog post, where I attempt to write creatively to curve my boredom.

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21 Years Young...

That's right kids, today (or tomorrow depending where you are) is my 21st Birthday!

It's kind of bizarre saying I am 21 now, I still can't really wrap my head around the whole in my twenties thing. Although in my friend circle I am one of the babies of the bunch, so I guess I should be used to 21 by now.

This last year has been non-stop 21st celebrations, which has been fantastic, bringing everybody back together after sometimes years apart. As today is a Tuesday,  unfortunately I will be home alone most of the day :( but tonight I am having a sleepover with a few close friends, going old school with sleeping on the floor, eating pizza and watching movies. 

But come Saturday it's party time!

I am having a whole bunch of people who have had an influence on my last 21 years come together and help me celebrate! There will be pink punch, a castle cake, cute candles, and lots of music and laughter. I cannot wait!

I have a feeling 21 is going to be my best year yet!

I Am Currently...

Reading... &
Looking Forward to Watching... &
Listening To... &
Watching... &
What about you?

Twenty-Thirteen...

I'm not usually one for New Years resolutions, but this year I have some aspects of my life I would like to spend more time working on. 2013 is going to be my year in more ways than one. This year brings my 21st, my graduation, my move to America... all BIG changes, but I also want to take time for the little things.

 

Flights of Absurdia...

I have been somewhat absent lately, and I apologise. Life has been moving in overdrive lately, and I'm still finding it hard to believe!

I have officially finished classes at University FOREVER! That's right! Only four assignments to go and I will have a degree! I cannot believe how quickly the last 3 years have gone, but I am definitely ready for it to be over and to move on with my life!

My theatre show Flights of Absurdia has officially ended as well, which is a relief and quite sad. I had a lot of fun working on it, became good friends with the people in my class and really enjoyed the whole experience. However it was exhausting! An entire week full of rehearsals, performances, late nights and acting my lil butt off! It was tiring, I'm covered in bruises, but it was worth it! The show was based on absurd theatre principles and it was definitely weird to say the least!

Typical theatre class "JAZZ HANDS"

I'm currently attempting to set up a payment method for SineadElle Designs, help and tips would be very much appreciated. Prices have been decided on!! More on this later :D

Once I work through my last assignments I can do design work full-time (until I find a job!) and keep saving for Disney!!

I am super happy right now!
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Oh Lordy...

I am exhausted.

See over there on my sidebar it says I'm a Theatre Kid? That doesn't just mean I enjoy theatre, I study it.

And today I spent ALL day packing in for my final performance. ALL DAY on a Sunday no less!

So now I plan on sleeping for eternity. Or at least until tomorrow when I have to go back for the tech rehearsal.

Man I wish I could be this cat!

It seems somewhat unfair that there is only one week left of uni, and I still have six assignments to complete...

On the bright side I have been working on three lovely ladies blog designs, and I think I am narrowing down on pricing so I will be available to do more very soon! If you are interested, check out my design page and let me know :) I would love to work with you!

I have also been obsessively reading Disney ICP Blogs and getting overexcited when I don't really have time to. I am already counting down!! (296 days to go!)

This is going to be short and sweet kids. I need to sleep. Or drink coffee. Probably coffee as I have more work to do.

If you never hear from me again, its probably because I have spontaneously combusted. Just know I love you all!!

(dramatic much?)
xx

Phew...

Wow.

What a week. Actually scratch that. Three weeks. This semester has been beyond hectic and its still not over! I spent the last week working on finishing my short film, learning theatre lines, working on another film for a doomed group project, going to classes every day, and trying to fit a billion other things into my days.

Good news, my film is finished! And I'm very happy with it! I may début it here later on in the week if you guys are interested...

Also it is officially spring here in New Zealand, the sun is shining and the days are longer which is fantastic! I wore a dress with no tights for the first time in ages. I'm also weaning myself off using my hot water bottle, which I love even when its hot.

Bad news. I'm exhausted. I keep sleeping through my alarms because it has just been non-stop around here. That being said, there is only three weeks of uni left for me (EVER) and I cannot wait! I'm also slightly terrified, real world and all that. But if I had to do this for any longer I would drop. So "three more weeks, three more weeks" has been my mantra lately, and I'm on constant countdown mode.

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(This? YES!)

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So if I'm a tiny bit absent around here (as in not posting every day) this is why. 3 more weeks people!
I'm off to re-read Harry Potter for the billionth time (not exaggerating) and have a cup of tea or twelve. Here's to the new week loves, enjoy it for me!
xx

A Turning Point in Life

Last night I may have had one of the biggest moments of my life so far.

Last night I drove with two friends, two hours up to Auckland, to interview for a position I have been excited about for months now.

Last night I interviewed for a position that will take me out of my country, away from my family, and on the biggest adventure of my life so far.

Last night I interviewed for an intern-ship at DisneyWorld, Florida.


And now I am freaking out. And will be for the next two weeks until I hear from them.
If I get in, I will be working at DisneyWorld for an entire year. Living in America, in Disney housing, meeting people from all around the world, and experiencing things I have never experienced before.
And I'm terrified. I'm scared to open my email and find out I didn't get in, which is extremely possible, as they don't take many applicants. But I am also scared to open my email and find out I did get in, I'm terrified about what that means, the huge steps I will have to take, the amount of money I will have to somehow save, and currently the role that I will be offered.


When I filled out my application forms I got to choose the roles I was most interested in. I chose Character Attendant, Merchandise, and Operations. However, during my interview, the Disney representative (who was beyond lovely) informed me those roles had already been filled. So she told me which I could end up doing if I get in. These included Life Guard, Character Performer, and Food Services. At the time I told her I could do any and all of them. I was so keen to prove myself and come across enthusiastic and helpful. But now I have had time to think it through, I really don't want to do life guarding. I'm scared at the thought of it, it has never been something I wanted to do, and I don't know if I would want to do it for an entire year. She measured me for Character Performer, in case they offer me that position, and I got told I was Pluto height. So you never know, if you visit DisneyWorld after August next year, this may be me...


So I'm excited but apprehensive for two weeks to end. Your good luck wishes and prayers are very welcome. Because I need to put these thoughts out of my mind, as I have a ton of work to do for my classes. I cannot believe how busy I am currently. Only 5 more weeks until I am freeeeee!

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If I Were...

If I were a gemstone, I'd be a Amethyst or Lapis Lazuli.

If I were a scent, I'd be Coffee Beans.

If I were a pair of shoes, I'd be a pair of Black and White Converse.

If I were the weather, I'd be a Thunderstorm

If I were a facial expression, I'd be a Cheesy Smile.

If I were a car, I'd be a Black 67 Chevy Impala. (100 points if you know why!)

If I were a time of day, I'd be Midnight.

If I were a month, I'd be February.

If I were a place, I'd be a Cinema.

If I were a liquid, I'd be Hot Coffee.

If I were a taste, I'd be Something Sweet. 

If I were a sea animal, I'd be a Dolphin.

If I were a food, I'd be a Cupcake.

If I were a colour, I'd be a Powder Blue.

If I were a musical instrument, I'd be an Acoustic Guitar.

If I were a flower, I'd be a Cherry Blossom.

If I were a planet, I'd be Pluto. (Poor Pluto! I still consider you a planet!) 

If I were an object, I'd be a Book. 

If I were a fruit, I'd be a Blueberry.

If I were a sound, I'd be a Page Turning. 

If I were a day of the week, I'd be a Friday Night.

I found this adorable Tag post on Charlotte's blog, Charlotte's Web and I thought it was super cute, so those are my answers... What are yours?

If you fill it out, leave me a link in the comments
xx

A Day on the Farm

I visited my Dad this weekend, and he lives on a small farm just out of town. He told me they had picked up a few new animals recently so I was quite excited to see them! In addition to two new cows (who were unfortunately hiding while I was out with my camera) there were four teenage (not baby lambs, but not quite sheep) lambs for me to visit!

My favourite of all the lambs was Sparky...

He used to be someone elses pet lamb before we got him, so he was quite friendly. It took him a little while to warm up to me but once he did, we were besties! Look at that face! (not mine, his!)

Unfortunately Sparky probably wont be with us long, you can probably guess what will happen, I'm going to choose to ignore it! But it was a lot of fun hanging in the paddocks over the weekend, though I'm a city girl at heart, I do love me some country living!

And just to end the post on an adorable note and hopefully make you all go "naaaaaaw"...

Big hello to all my new followers! I can't wait to get to know you guys :)

Until next time

xx

A Big Ball of Stress...

I have not been having an easy time lately. There's a lot of stress up in here.
Even though I am currently on holiday (technically teaching recess) I have a heap of work to do.

I got home the other night to the worst news I could possibly imagine. One of the guys in my group had been robbed and ALL of our footage for our film (due in 3 weeks) had been stolen. We had been working on this for quite a long time and it was just starting to come together so I was absolutely gutted. And freaking out.

On top of trying to figure out what to do for that project, I have to make a different short film for another paper (even though I don't have access to a camera. or an idea. eep!), write an essay for my theatre paper, start looking at another essay, start filling out all my Disney paperwork, try to catch up with my friends, and attempt to still have a life. Phew. No wonder I'm so exhausted lately.

But, hopefully things are starting to look up. We got an extension for the stolen footage film and I may now have access to a camera. Small things, but it definitely helps.

You know what else helps?
Reading all your sweet comments! You guys are the best! Every time I open up my email and see comments from you all, I get so happy! Thank you x

On Your Screen is back this week and I have the new topic for you today! And its a goodie!

TV Shows You Love to Hate

Its a bit of a tough one, I had to think about it for a while but I think I know what I'm going to write about...

I'm looking forward to reading your posts! So please come back tomorrow and join us. And spread the word if you can, tell your friends! I know you all have at least one show you hate!

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Fingers crossed things go well, and I have a little more time on my hands, and a little less stress!

xx

Wanderlust...

I have been hit with an extreme case of wanderlust recently...

I have been so busy with Uni projects, super stressed out, and exhausted in general.

I am really looking forward to this yea being over, finally graduating, and starting my life!

Which is why I am currently in wanderlust with Florida.

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I mentioned earlier in the year that my friends and I are applying for a International Intern-ship at Disneyworld, Florida. My friend and former flatmate Abbie got into the January program, and Rachel and I are applying for the August program. Our interviews are in September and I'm freaking out!

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I have never been to Disneyland, never even been to the USA so I am so excited about the chance to live over there for a year! I really want to get in, as I don't know what I want to do with my life yet, so this would be the perfect filler until I know for sure. Plus, Disney, how cool would that be!

Florida looks so pretty, and despite the heat and humidity issues me and my hair would have, I am crossing my fingers and praying that I get accepted! In the meantime I am dreaming of Florida beaches...

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And of course this place... Hello? Life Complete!

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Wish me luck for September! 

And meanwhile I will be wading through piles of work, dreaming of escaping to Florida!

xx