Almost a Year

It's no secret to my family and friends that I still look back at my Disney College Program (DCP) with fond memories. Everyday since January, my TimeHop app has notified me of the adventures I was having a year ago from today. It makes me miss my Disney family, the friends I became so close to, in so little time. 

Thankfully, social media has kept us connected! It is a blessing to see my friends activities and daily endeavors when we are a thousand miles apart. But, something I have noticed lately, is that all these wonderful people I met, are going back. Whether it is for another program or an amazing full time position, I find myself full of both envy and joy. I'm so proud of these men and women, but at the same time, I wish I could go back and create magic with my design skills. 

What is keeping me from going? Family and loved ones. I always said, "I want my kids to grow up near their grandparents." I want them active in each others lives. Now that I have started to think about the future in this manner (Important: note I said think, not plan) I can't imagine picking up and moving to Florida. Either way, stay or go, I will wish I were at the other place.  

I have searched for positions that allow you to work remotely, but I don't think their is any such thing. If there is, let me know! But I think the company prefers their cast members on location, which makes sense. 

So I have decided to do what I can to make it apart of my every day life by doing the following. 

1. Following friends who work at WDW (they share amazing photos and stories) It's great to have friends who share your passion.
2. Following all Disney accounts on all forms of social media (I even receive push notifications)
3. I am a D23 member (Not gold yet)  
4. By having a separate savings account for my next Disney trip 
5. Continuing to talk my Disney family and plan our reunion

All in all, I am grateful to have had the experience I had and meet the people I met. I can't wait to see them again.