So far I have found it hard adjusting to the Disney life. The flight seemed like hell and we had to wait around ages. I was sat around a lot of British girls on the programme though and we all bonded on the flight over which was nice. It was also real nice to meet some of the other people I've been talking to on facebook when I got here. Shout outs to Drew, Richard and Amy who I can safely say are just as awesome in real life.
I have been put at the 'Vista Way' complex sharing with four others. I have the privilege of having no room mate right now but that is likely to change. I'm one of those people that really needs to have their sleep and when the uncomfortable bed gave me hell it really got to me... and then of course you start thinking about how nice your bed at home is and how much of a good nights sleep you would be getting if you were there... haha. I called my mum on Tuesday to talk and ended up in tears which is quite unusual for me... that's how much of a shock to the system it has been.
Shout out to my american friend Kim though who tried so hard to make me feel better about being here. She drove me to get groceries and an american cell and stuff and just really tried to take my mind off things. I really appreciated it.
When I did 'Traditions' training I started feeling better about things then. It reminded me why I came to work for Disney and what a great opportunity it is I've been given. I have been placed at the Epcot park but I'm not entirely sure what it is I will be doing yet. My educated guess is that I am going to be in charge of one of the 'Pin Trading' wagons in Future World. I was gutted at first because I wanted another park but now I've come to grips with what it is I will be doing I am happier. I actually went to Epcot last night and saw the firework display. It was just fantastic!
Yesterday I saw the UCF campus for Rosen College and is a truly beautiful campus. I start classes later today and I'm looking forward to it. I didn't get much sleep last night but hopefully I'll sleep easier tonight for my first day of merchandise training at the Disney university.
I miss the UK a lot but I'm hanging in here. Ben can be tough. Haha.
About Me
- Ben
- I'm many things depending on the day of the week. A singer, a songwriter, an actor, a therapist, a coffee barista. I guess for the most part I don't like to be put in a box - I think it's ok to fit in more than one. I'm far more impressed with people who are content with themselves and making the most of their circumstances. Nobody accomplished their dreams by sitting around waiting for it to miraculously happen.
2 comments:
Hey ben. Good to hear your settling in slowly, but not so good about the homesickness!
What was your traditions training like? We've got our traditions training soon in Bristol, Its probably similar... Ive heard its a bit childish but still good.
How was the first day at disney uni?
Traditions was quite cool. There are similarities to what you do in the UK. History of Disney... importance of Guest Service and all that. I'm probably not allowed to say too much or I will get in trouble.
The Disney uni is a very cool place! I enjoyed it a lot! And I won a prize!
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