Kat and The Mouse

Hello there!

2011-05-31T13:18:00.000-07:00

My vlog about cruising on the Disney Dream is up! Find it here:

Vlog!

And I updated the "Other WDWCP Blogs" page - those wanted added were and if you want added yourself- comment on this post!

Also - I got on the list for the Entertainment Show Production class in the fall. So excited! And oh yeah... I'm leaving in like, 3 days. OH. MY. GOODNESS.

End of May update!

2011-05-27T10:51:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

It's been a busy month of May.

The first week was finals and my mom's studio's dance revue. It all went really well. The next week- I graduated from West Virginia University with my BFA in Theatre.

Photo Courtesy of WVU Photographic Services

Then last Saturday, I flew to Orlando and on Sunday boarded the beautiful Disney Dream to embark on my first Disney Cruise! I'm putting together both a trip report for this blog and a vlog about the cruise that will be up within the next week. And it has to be done then because...

I AM 10 DAYS AWAY FROM BEGINNING THE CP!!!

I can't believe that next week at this time I will be on my way to WDW to begin this amazing experience. A good many of my friends are already there and have already begun working in WDW. I'm so excited to get down there and meet everyone for real!

That's my quick little update. Look for the trip report and vlog soon!

~ Kat

Update!

2011-04-13T09:46:00.000-07:00

Hey all!

Sorry I haven't updated in a while - things have been busy!

I'll start with the bad news- I did not get Character Performer. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't totally bummed. But I'm not giving up hope. I have every intention of auditioning for an extension (or for FT/PT/Seasonal if needed).

The good news is that I'm still going to Disney World! There was never a question of going, I just have to remind myself that I will be there starting in June. And yesterday I called recruiting to put in some location requests for Attractions - I requested Great Movie Ride, American Adventure, and Jungle Cruise. I really hope I get one of them.

I'm in a production of Guys and Dolls right now that has taken over my life. Hence, not too many blog posts. But hopefully I'll be getting some Pre-CP things up when the time gets closer. And watch for video posts from Guys and Dolls, graduation, and my Disney Cruise!

Lots of Love!

Update!

2011-03-17T22:27:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

Sorry I've kind of been neglecting this blog. I am completely swamped with schoolwork and rehearsal for Guys & Dolls. Some days I go to class at 9am and don't leave the building until 11pm. It's awful, but hey- that's the life of a theatre major.

I'm almost on spring break- tomorrow at this time I will be! And next Tuesday is my Character Performer audition for the CP! (Send prayers and pixie dust please?) Expect to see a new blog and maybe a new vlog about that. I hope everyone is doing well!

And I'd like to send lots of prayers and pixie dust to all of my friends who are either waiting to hear anything or pending. I hope you hear good news soon!

New page!

2011-02-26T18:31:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!

I created a new page on this blog for links to other WDWCP Blogs. Go there and follow lots of other DCP hopefuls! It's listed right at the top of my blog!

And if you'd like your blog to be listed on that page, post a link in the comments and I'll be sure to add it!

Accepted!

2011-02-20T11:03:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! As you know, I was accepted to the college program! I haven't done a real blog post since then- so I thought I'd do that now.

After weeks of agonizing waiting when I thought I was going to lose my mind, and weeks of hearing "Did you hear anything yet?" more times than I ever want to again in my life- on one glorious morning I found out that I would be finally living my dream.

Here's a replay of February 9th, 2011.

It's a Wednesday. Waking up at 8am for my 9am Theatre History class with one of the most boring professors in the department... My alarm is blaring. I reach over to turn it off and do the same thing I've done the past two mornings: Knock an entire glass of water over and onto my nightstand. Ugh. I move everything and clean it up.. Go to my computer. After weeks of waiting you stop believing your email is going to come. I get on facebook and see that people got emails this morning. I think I remember seeing Lisa's post- we had just talked the night before about how tomorrow just might be the day. I look at my little tear-off princess calendar. Today is the first day without a picture- it just says "Every dreamer has her day..." Could it be? I take a breath and click the button for Yahoo. I have 3 emails. My heart starts racing. Click on my inbox. Right there- right at the top. An email from Disney College Recruiting. Oh! Not only that- but the subject says "Your Invitation". My heart is really pounding now. I click on it. And there is the most beautiful email I will ever see in my life- bright purple with green Mickey's and yellow pixie dust. What I've been praying for! I immediately start to cry as I read the words telling me that starting this summer I will be living in Florida and working for Disney. I call my mom and wake her up- then call my grandma as my mom calls my Dad. Mass text messages are sent to both classmates and D-fam alike. The waiting is over. My dreams are coming true.

So that was that morning. That was the first theatre history class I think I was actually awake for. haha And that day continued to get better - I found out later that Kryssy got accepted, too. We wanted to room together, but couldn't make it official until we both found out- then we knew it was a sure thing! I cannot describe in words how elated I was that day. I told anybody I saw that I got it and even interrupted a faculty meeting to let all of my professors know. :) (They told me that it was a good reason to interrupt lol) That very day I accepted and paid the program fee. I will be checking in at Vista Way on June 6th, 2011.

I had plans to drive part of the way and then take the AutoTrain to Florida, but my car is very, very little and I had no clue how I was going to get anything down there. So now my dad is driving our giant SUV and towing my car so I can take everything I need with me. That should be fun- Get to see a little bit more of the country on my way down. The last time I drove to Disney was my senior trip on a charter bus- that wasn't fun at all. I need to save some good memories of driving there lol

So far, almost all of my D-fam has been accepted. A few are pending- I am praying they hear back soon and that the response is a positive one. A couple are still waiting due to later applications- so I hope they hear back soon, too.

I cannot wait to get down there. I just know that it is going to be one of the greatest experiences of my life with some of the greatest people I have (virtually) met. :) But I still have a lot in between now and then- School, Guys & Dolls, Graduation, Senior Showcase in NYC, and a Disney cruise all take place before June 6th. It's going to be an amazing year!

Thanks for reading! And make sure you visit my Vlog, Twitter, and Tumblr to keep up with everything before the program and then all of my WDWCP adventures. All the links are on the right. ---->

The Countdown Begins!

2011-02-09T13:46:00.000-08:00

I officially accepted my invitation! My Check in date is June 6th, 2011. I'm so excited and can't stop being absolutely blissfully happy about it. Every time I think about the fact that I am finally going to be a Disney Cast Member I get emotional. YAY!

NEWSFLASH

2011-02-09T06:30:00.001-08:00

I GOT IN!!!!!!!!!

Thanks everyone!

2011-02-06T21:51:00.000-08:00

I just saw that I have 50 followers-- Thank you so much everyone! I never thought I would get this many with random ramblings :) Hopefully I will get my email soon and can give you lots of more things to look forward to!

And I have 73 youtube subscribers. wow. I am amazed! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Wishin’ and hopin’ and thinkin’ and prayin’

2011-02-04T20:17:00.000-08:00

Well.... I'm still waiting!

It's only been 2 weeks since my phone interview, but I'm really antsy. I feel really tired all the time and I'm starting to get cranky with my friends. I'm a little snippy when they ask if I've heard back. A friend asked about auditions- I kind of mumbled my answers. I'm to the point where I don't want to talk about it. When I hear back, then I'll be okay.

I haven't given up hope yet- I am just really tired of waiting.

I'm really excited for everyone who has been accepted so far. Especially my close friends and D-fam! I hope I can be accepted soon so we all know that we'll be together! And for all my other friends who haven't gotten anything yet either- I'm sending lots of prayers and pixie dust that we all get them soon!

When I do get the email- there will be lots of posts and a vlog. So look out for those!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 30!!

2011-02-02T07:27:00.000-08:00

Day 30 - Favorite Statue, Fountain, other eye catcher.

Partners Statue

Photo Credit: ExpressMonorail on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 29

2011-02-01T18:33:00.000-08:00

Day 29- Favorite Monorail Color

Red

I think someone ran out of categories here......

Photo Credit: ExpressMonorail on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 28

2011-01-31T07:31:00.000-08:00

Day 28 - Favorite Fireworks Show

Wishes

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 27

2011-01-30T12:14:00.000-08:00

Day 27 - Favorite Walt Disney World Breakfast

Tusker House in Animal Kingdom

We always would go get fastpasses for Kilimanjaro Safaris and then get something quick from here before it was a buffet. But now it is- and it's pretty good, too.

Photo Credit: Say It's Not Soy on flickr.

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 26

2011-01-28T10:58:00.000-08:00

Day 26 - Favorite Souvenir

My Disney Bear

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 25

2011-01-27T19:26:00.000-08:00

Day 25- Favorite thing to do at Disney outside of the Parks

Shopping at Downtown Disney!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 24

2011-01-26T07:18:00.000-08:00

Day 24 - Favorite Face Character

Belle and Snow White

I'm putting 2, deal with it. lol I love both of these ladies- and hope to be good friends with them at some point.

I always loved meeting Prince Caspian when he was out because he kissed my hand and was gorgeous and what not... lol But he's gone now :( And I haven't met Rapunzel and Flynn yet- they may be some new favorites.

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 23

2011-01-24T06:39:00.000-08:00

Day 23 - Scariest Attraction

Dinosaur

Scares the crap out of me.
Photo Credit: DisneyDena on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 22

2011-01-23T11:28:00.000-08:00

Day 22 - Favorite Parade

SpectroMagic, Without a doubt.

Photo Credit: PeterPanFan on flickr

Here's the truth...

2011-01-23T11:12:00.000-08:00

I'm scared to death that I didn't sound passionate enough and didn't say the right things in my interview. When she asked me why I want to work for Disney, I left out the biggest reason. I don't know how, I just know that I remembered it as she was asking me the next question. I am so mad at myself for doing that. It was something that would have sounded really great.
I'm also mad at myself for another thing. She asked me about theater experience and she asked me what the longest piece of text I ever memorized was. I said "A Shakespeare piece that I did recently. It was 2-3 minutes long and I memorized it in a week." That was so stupid. I know I've memorized things longer than that and I've memorized things quicker than that. GAAAHHH.

Why do I panic in situations like this?! Because when I do, I forget important things... I mean... I believe the rest of my interview went well, I'm just dwelling on the negatives. And I needed to air my frustrations somewhere- and what else are blogs for? So that's that. It's over. It's done with. I can't change it. Now I just have to wait.

Prayers, fingers crossed, and pixie dust that those things were just bad to me, not my interviewer...

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 21

2011-01-22T17:35:00.000-08:00

Day 21 - Favorite Character to meet in the parks.

Since there's already a face character day coming up later, I'll do a fur character!

Stitch - I've only really met him once, but he's my favorite non-princess character. He's just so cute. I love him!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 20

2011-01-20T14:21:00.000-08:00

Day 20 - Favorite Walt Disney World Dessert.

I can't find a photo of these- but the Chocolate Covered Marshmallows on a Mickey straw are my all time favorite. I seek these babies out every trip.

New Vlog!

2011-01-19T19:24:00.001-08:00

Check out my new vlog!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 19

2011-01-19T16:43:00.000-08:00

Day 19 - Least Favorite Attraction

It's Tough To Be a Bug

Photo Credit: Angela Sledz on flickr

I am on my way- I can go the distance!

2011-01-19T16:41:00.000-08:00

Well lovely followers- today I applied for the College Program!!

I took the web interview and PASSED!!!!!

Jubilation!!

I didn't get to schedule my phone interview- so I'll get up early tomorrow and call. I can't tell you how excited I am! I have a vlog I'm editing about my application and a little update- so look for that.

Have a Magical Day everyone! I know I will ;)

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 18

2011-01-18T07:03:00.001-08:00

Day 18 - Attraction You wish they would bring back

Backlot Theater- Just bring it back and put a good show in it again. It's awful to have it sitting there empty.

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 17

2011-01-15T18:02:00.000-08:00

Day 17 - Favorite Restaurant

This one is tough...

Planet Hollywood

Okay, so technically this isn't a Disney restaurant. But it is a long time tradition that on the day my family arrives in WDW we go right to Planet Hollywood and have the Texas Tostados. Every trip. I'd say that's a favorite.

30 day WDW Challenge - Day 16

2011-01-13T19:33:00.000-08:00

Day 16 - Favorite Snack in the Parks

Casey's Corn Dog Nuggets :) Yum.

Photo Credit: pattyonflickr

(Sorry I'm a little behind guys!)

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 15

2011-01-12T07:16:00.000-08:00

Day 15 - Favorite WDW Resort

Port Orleans Riverside

It's where I've stayed the most- and my family is absolutely in love with the Cotton Barn. (It's not called that anymore, but back when it was Dixie Landings- that's what it was.)

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 14

2011-01-11T13:22:00.000-08:00

Day 14 - Favorite Animal Kingdom Attraction

Expedition Everest

Photo Credit: ExpressMonorail on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 13

2011-01-10T07:31:00.000-08:00

Day 13- Favorite Animal Kingdom Area

Africa

Asia's in second.

Photo Credit: coloradoduncan on flickr

Question for my followers!

2011-01-09T10:38:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!

I had a question- do you like the music on my page? I like the music, but when I forget it's there and my speakers are up it always scares me. lol I've been considering removing it, but I wanted to get your opinions first. Is it fun to have there? Or is it annoying and/or distracting? Comment below!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 12

2011-01-09T10:35:00.000-08:00

Day 12 - Favorite Hollywood Studios Attraction

Rock'n'Rollercoaster starring Aerosmith

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 11

2011-01-08T08:41:00.000-08:00

Day 11 - Favorite Hollywood Studios Area

Sunset Boulevard

Tower of Terror, Rock'n'Rollercoaster, Beauty and the Beast, Fantasmic!, Old Hollywood- need I say more?

Photo Credit: JediMasterMatt on flickr

My formspring is lonely.

2011-01-07T11:12:00.001-08:00

Have any questions for me? Either use the little formspring box down on the right or follow this link : http://www.formspring.me/katandthemouse

Ask me things!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 10

2011-01-07T11:06:00.000-08:00

Day 10 - Favorite Attraction in World Showcase

O Canada! in Circlevision 360

And The American Adventure

These photos were not taken by me.

Tagged Again!

2011-01-06T21:11:00.001-08:00

I got tagged by Brett in the "embarassing moment" tag game. I don't know who came up with this one, but you're just loving seeing all of our worst moments aren't you? lol

Okay- so in 7th or 8th grade we were doing a play at school. And I was picked with a girl and two guys to be the "performers" in this traveling troupe in the play. One day in music class, all the other members of the class were in learning music while we were out trying to figure out what our performance number should be. I started doing some things and had this bright idea to do a split and show everyone how great my split was. Well, I was wearing jeans that were made of a really thin denim- they weren't that strong. My jeans ripped completely up and down the seam up my butt. The awful thing was- this was in the time before long shirts- everything hit right at the top of your pants. I had to send one of the other kids into the music room to get my jacket (thankfully I had one!) to tie around my waist..

So it's not too awful- but at the time, it was horrible!!

I'm tagging Marion and Kryssy! However, they're both off on fantastic adventures, so we may have to wait on their embarrassing moments!

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 9

2011-01-06T16:23:00.000-08:00

Day 9 - Favorite Attraction in Future World

I'm going to do my past favorite and my current favorite. :)

Past Favorite - The Living Seas
This used to be my favorite pavilion in all of Epcot before they put all the Nemo crap all over it. Don't get me wrong- I like Nemo, I just didn't like when they changed my favorite thing.

Current Favorite - Am I allowed to say the whole Land Pavilion?
I LOVE Soarin' and I LOVE Living with the Land- both for different reasons. And I know the restaurants don't count in this, but I love both Sunshine Seasons and the Garden Grille. I just love the whole thing!

These photos were not taken by me.

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 8

2011-01-05T10:06:00.000-08:00

Day 8 - Future World or World Showcase?

World Showcase

I love going from pavilion to pavilion. I could spend the whole day in World Showcase exploring every little path and room.

Photo Credit: CodyWDWfan on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 7

2011-01-04T12:38:00.000-08:00

Day 7 - Favorite Attraction in Adventureland

Pirates of the Caribbean

Photo Credit: CodyWDWFan on Flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 6

2011-01-03T21:18:00.000-08:00

Day 6 - Favorite Attraction in Frontierland

Splash Mountain

I was very tempted to say Big Thunder Mountain, but considering I only like riding it at night (it's scarier) and you only get a good ride in the back cars (on most drops the front cars are down the drops before you're actually released) - I'm going to go with Splash. Ask me about the time they put me and 2 other adults into one row. Good times.

Photo Credit- Tom Bricker (WDWFigment on Flickr)

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 5

2011-01-02T14:37:00.000-08:00

Day 5 - Favorite Attraction in Liberty Square

The Haunted Mansion

(Is there really any competition?)

Photo Credit- ExpressMonorail on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 4

2011-01-01T12:02:00.000-08:00

Day 4 - Favorite Fantasyland Attraction

Mickey's Philharmagic

Photo Credit: Samantha Decker on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 3

2010-12-31T08:16:00.000-08:00

Day 3 - Favorite Attraction in Tomorrowland

Tie: Space Mountain

and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover

Photo Credit- ExpressMonorail on flickr

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 2

2010-12-30T15:33:00.000-08:00

Day 2 - Favorite Land in the Magic Kingdom

Fantasyland
I love it already just because it's Fantasyland- and I'm sure the addition of the expansion will really make it my favorite.
Photo Credit: me.

Close second- Tomorrowland.

30 Day WDW Challenge - Day 1

2010-12-29T12:52:00.000-08:00

Day 1 - Favorite WDW Park

The Magic Kingdom

(Epcot is a very close second.)

Photo Credit: Me!

30 Day WDW Challenge

2010-12-29T12:51:00.001-08:00

I'm going to do this challenge here so that my blogger gets some love in between now and when apps go up.

Day 1: Favorite Walt Disney World park?
Day 2: Favorite land in the Magic Kingdom?
Day 3: Favorite attraction in Tomorrowland?
Day 4: Favorite attraction in Fantasyland?
Day 5: Favorite attraction in Liberty Square?
Day 6: Favorite attraction in Frontierland?
Day 7: Favorite attraction in Adventureland?
Day 8: Which is your favorite in Epcot, future world or the worlds?
Day 9: Favorite attraction in future world?
Day 10: Favorite attraction in the worlds?
Day 11: Favorite Hollywood Studios area?
Day 12: Favorite Hollywood Studios attraction?
Day 13: Favorite Animal Kingdom area?
Day 14: Favorite Animal Kingdom attraction?
Day 15: Favorite Walt Disney World Resort?
Day 16: Favorite snack to grab in the parks?
Day 17: Favorite restaurant?
Day 18: What attraction do you wish they would bring back?
Day 19: What is your least favorite attraction?
Day 20: Favorite Walt Disney World dessert?
Day 21: Favorite character to see in the park?
Day 22: Favorite parade?
Day 23: What is the scariest ride?
Day 24: Favorite face character? (shows their true face, no mask)
Day 25: Favorite activity outside of the park, but still on Disney property?
Day 26: Favorite Souvenir?
Day 27: Favorite Walt Disney World breakfast?
Day 28: Favorite firework show?
Day 29: Favorite monorail color?
Day 30: Favorite statue, fountain, or eye candy in the parks? (something that always grabs your eye)

Tag? Do I have to run?

2010-12-29T09:29:00.000-08:00

Hey guys! I got tagged in this little game that's been going around the Fall 2011 WDWCP group. So here's 10 things you didn't know about me!

1) I have two middle names- Deana and Beatrice.
2) I am an eBay sniper. If you've ever lost something in the last 9 seconds to dance_teach1, that was me :)
3) I have defenestraphobia- a fear of windows. It's not so much the windows themselves, as I'm afraid of seeing someone just standing there staring in at me. And I am deathly afraid of bats. You will never get me to go in the bat exhibit at Animal Kingdom. I run through the hallway outside to get past it.
4) I play flute and guitar.
5) I'm not good at thinking things up for these tag games...
6) I like to occasionally put mayo on my french fries.
7) I like both Star Wars and Star Trek.
8) I was drum major of my high school band. I'm now on staff for that band.
9) I've always wanted to do pageants- just so I have an excuse to wear a crown.
10) I'm proud of how many times I've gone to WDW, but I hate telling people the number. People think I'm either a spoiled rich kid and are rude or they think I'm insane. Sometimes both.

That's it! I'm going to tag Kryssy Becker (because I always do.) and Cameron Blaze Hance (Yay new group member!) Have fun guys!

2010-12-27T13:23:00.000-08:00

Well, Hey Blogger!

I've been an awful blogger friends- I'm sorry! I've been vlogging, and posting a lot on tumblr, but it's easy to forget about this blog when I don't have lengthy things to say.

I hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas! I know I did! I got everything I wanted and other things I didn't know I wanted.

We're only about 24 or 25 days away from applying! I'm super excited for that!

I don't have too much else to say, but when applications go up, I will.

Talk to you soon everyone!

oh hey!

2010-11-09T20:48:00.001-08:00

Hey Blogger!!

I think it's been ages since I updated. Since I'm still a ways away from applying, I've been mainly updating on tumblr. Just pictures and randomness- nothing too important.

I have, however, been doing some new vlogs. Follow the link over on the right to my youtube channel, Kat and the Mouse, and check them out!

<3

Another year gone by... A big one to look forward to.

2010-09-09T18:16:00.000-07:00

Well today is my birthday! I am officially 21.

I had a really great day. My friends took me out to dinner- and all of my professors wished me good birthday wishes.

Today I started to look back on past birthdays. They were all amazing. Today was no exception. But tonight I started looking forward to the year ahead. I have many big things to look forward to.

- Graduating from WVU.
- Applying for the CP.
- Moving to Florida.
- Possibly Living my Dream and having my dream job.

This coming year is probably going to be one of the biggest and best years of my life.

Here's to it. :)

New Vlog! - Episode 9

2010-08-23T18:30:00.001-07:00

Episode 9

Check it out!

New Vlog!

2010-08-10T13:19:00.001-07:00

New update Vlog up- check it out!

Episode 8

And I know a lot of you Fall 2010 CP's are getting to WDW and checking in and all that fun stuff!! Have a great time and keep us updated!! I'm super jealous and kind of can't believe that's going to be me in about 9 months! AH!

New Header!

2010-08-01T11:39:00.000-07:00

New Header! I was in love with this photo from the moment I saw it. Credit for the photo goes to Cory Disbrow on flickr. He does amazing work!

Online Buying Rant.

2010-07-24T20:28:00.000-07:00

If you don't want to listen to me complain for a whole post- please move along. :)

Okay- anyone still there? Probably not. But for my own sanity and maybe your entertainment, here's my rant:

I usually have great success with online purchases. I am a master of eBay. A lot of my costumes, wigs, memorabilia, handbags, and more come from eBay. I haven't had problems there. I shop from other well known stores and sellers on the internet. DisneyStore.com - Walmart - Amazon- I've had a great history with all of them.

My problem is when I try to order something custom online. For some reason, it almost always turns into loads of stress and annoyance for me. My first encounter was when I was looking for a Sleeping Beauty dress. As some of you may know, the halloween costume ones just don't cut it. So I looked on etsy. Not being able to find one (that was in my price range), I put out a custom request- on etsy it is known as Alchemy. I posted pictures of what I wanted and how much I was willing to pay, and when I wanted it by. Many makers contacted me with what they could do, their past creations, and how much they would charge. I chose one that sounded great- she had done lots before, she had made dance/skating costumes (which I know are difficult to make), she said she could get it done in time, and her price was right. It sounded perfect. So I sent her my $100 and waited. A month goes by (the allotted time) and I hear nothing. So I email her. And it's not done. So I wait some more time. No word. I ask for pictures to see the progress. She emails me pictures and it is ALL WRONG. It wasn't even finished and I could tell it was all wrong. It was looking more like a pink Cinderella- I run a character entertainment company. I could not settle for a pink Cinderella. I emailed her back and said I did not want it. Thankfully, she refunded my entire payment.

After that- my faith had not been lost in online custom purchases. That was just one instance- surely the rest wouldn't be like that.

Now I am having the same dilemma. I ordered a pair of Fairy wings on June 9th (keep this date in mind friends). Now, these are not your ordinary buy-from-the-halloween-store-wire-covered-in-panty-hose wings. They have a metal frame and are covered in vinyl. Ever since I saw these wings, I was in love. They were gorgeous- they looked absolutely real. And the person had this well known site and company with many happy customers (or so it seemed). They were more expensive than I wanted to pay ($75) , but I splurged. I figured I would get my money's worth out of them somehow. The website said "Please allow 12 days for delivery" Okay- 12 days to make them and ship them. That's fine. They're made to order.

14 Days pass and I haven't gotten any recognition that she even received my order. So I emailed her to get a tracking number, so I could track them as they came to me. She then emails me back saying that they weren't shipped- they weren't even made. She ran out of metal. Did I have a deadline? I said No, because really, I didn't have a set deadline of when I absolutely needed them. A MONTH passes. It is now July 9th. I email her again- could I have an update please? "Turns out my metal guy ran out of the metal. But I think he'll get more in next week." WHAT?! Why didn't she email me and say "He is out of this metal. It will be at least a month until I get them for you." Never once did she inform me that it would take this long. So it is now July 24th (almost July 15th), this girl has my $75 and I still have no idea if the wings are even done. My mom keeps telling me to keep emailing the girl and really complain. And as much as I am okay with saying these things here- I hate actually confronting someone over email. I don't know why. But I may need to email her. This is ridiculous. I wanted to market my Tink character all summer, but instead Summer is almost over and all I've been able to do is say "Tinkerbell's coming!" I just feel that if you have a business, it should be your first priority to keep your customers informed of what's going on. Don't you think that's common sense?

Okay. Rant over.

Last WDW video!

2010-07-24T15:10:00.000-07:00

The last of my June WDW videos is up! See it here:

Magic Kingdom Adventures!

I'm going to do a review of my Backstage Magic tour next. If you have any questions you want me to answer about it- leave a comment!

Next video!

2010-07-22T14:47:00.000-07:00

Star Wars Weekends and Fantasmic!

New WDW Video!

2010-07-22T09:50:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! I finally got some video edited from my June trip. More videos should be up by the end of today. Check out the first one!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8aMMkCBUec

Quick little update...

2010-06-29T13:43:00.001-07:00

New Vlog- just a short one letting you all know that my WDW vacation videos are coming!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm8MlAyRY_A

formspring change

2010-06-28T15:53:00.001-07:00

I changed my username on formspring- just so you all know! Trying to organize everything under one "name."

http://www.formspring.me/katandthemouse

are you an alto,mezzo, or soprano? oh and did you used to do fandubs? I think I might of come across some where the girl looked/sounded kinda like u

2010-06-25T15:32:00.001-07:00

I'm "classified" as a soprano according to my old voice teacher lol but I can switch between all of them. And yes, I did- the name on youtube was futrdisneydncr. When I started vlogging I kind of faded away with the fandubs.

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another question...r u worried about ur image being on the internet? what i means is isn't disney really sectretive and face performers cant have there real pics on the internet unless their private?

2010-06-25T15:30:00.001-07:00

well right now I'm not worried- since I'm not a face character or even a CM. if and when I am a face character, a lot of my stuff will go private.

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What disney parks besides wdw have you been too? How come your dad doesn't go with you to disney?

2010-06-17T18:07:00.001-07:00

I actually have never been to any of the parks outside WDW- I really want to go to Disneyland and the Tokyo parks, though. My dad doesn't go because of his work. It's near impossible for him to have enough time to go down for a full vacation. He has gone with us before, but for like, one day. Seriously. Last summer he got to go to Epcot for a day. We try to get him to be able to go, but it just doesn't work out. I wish he could go more!

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is your family as disney obsessed as you? or to a lesser degree...haha

2010-06-09T20:00:00.001-07:00

It's to a lesser degree lol but they truly love it like I do. They're just as excited to go back every time as I am. :) They're just not as OCD about Disney as I am lol

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thxn for that pic! idk if i like her as an aurora but she makes a great mermaid!thxn again!

2010-06-09T08:45:00.001-07:00

You're welcome! She was an awesome Ariel- one of my favorites!

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thxn for the info about the show! I was reading thru ur formspring you've got some very intense face questions lol. out of curiousity u said u saw ariels and aurora's with the same friend... how can that be if ariels are round faced and aurora's are long?

2010-06-08T16:44:00.001-07:00

I have! I think people forget I haven't been a CM... I don't know, but I know it was the same friend. I met her as Ariel and then saw pictures of her as Aurora. I recognized her immediately because she was one of my fav Ariel's. I'll try to find the pictures again and I'll put them on my tumblr. If you don't have the link here it is: hockeyprincess.tumblr.com

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Was that video of the trio a disney park show? can you post the link for the whole show? i can't find it anywhere

2010-06-07T16:43:00.001-07:00

That trio was from a show that ended in 2001 in Disneyland called "Animazement." If you search for that on YouTube you can find the whole show. It's pretty fun!

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do you need to have a resume and headshot to go to the every two weeks audition at wdw?

2010-06-04T21:03:00.001-07:00

No- they'll take your picture there, and there will be sheets to fill out. You can take one and give it to them if you want- but it's not necessary.

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What is your favorite animated disney movie? Favorite disney tv show? Favorite Princess movie?

2010-06-04T21:02:00.001-07:00

1- Beauty and the Beast - 2 - Currently I'm a fan of Wizards, but I used to LOVE Even Stevens. - 3 - Since I already used Beauty and the Beast, I'll use my second favorite Princess- Sleeping Beauty.

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Me as a Toy!

2010-06-03T08:29:00.001-07:00

That is me as a toy with Buzz and Woody from toystorytoycreator.com!

Ask me things! About me! :)

2010-06-02T07:53:00.000-07:00

Hey all- just doing a plug for my formspring. You can ask anything, but remember- I've never been an Entertainment CM, so everything I answer about characters is simply either my best knowledge or things I've seen online. I'm not an authority.

You are allowed to ask about me! lol

http://www.formspring.me/katarina0711

My Disney Bucket List

2010-05-21T20:28:00.000-07:00

I thought tonight I would come up with a Disney Bucket List. Things I want to do at Disney before I die- and there are a lot. Good thing I'm planning on living there! haha :)

- Treat my mom to Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian. It's always been something she has wanted to do there.
- Stay at the Contemporary.
- Watch Wishes from the beach at the Poly.
- Eat at Le Cellier again. (It is absolutely impossible to get a reservation!)
- Be evacuated from a ride.
- Ride Space Mountain with the lights on.
- Ride Characters in Flight (I have tried SO many times, only to have weather ruin my plans.)
- Do the Backstage Magic Tour- the long one.
- Do the Around the World Segway tour at Epcot.
- Get picked to go on stage at the Hoop Dee Doo Revue
- Ride Summit Plummit
- Dance with Prince Charming at 1900 Park Fare.

I'm sure there are many more I'm forgetting and I will add to this list as time goes on. :)

I just have to be patient...

2010-05-20T12:12:00.000-07:00

That's what I have to keep telling myself... my time is coming- I just have to be patient. Those of you who check disneyauditions.com everyday and are following them on twitter (like me..) know that they start auditions next week for performers on the new Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Dream. I want to go SO badly. But the contracts last a year and I have one more year of college. They are also having lots of auditions for Hong Kong Disneyland. That's super-tempting, too because there are probably less people auditioning to go work in Hong Kong, therefore I'd have a better chance. But again- it's a 6 month contract starting in September and I have school. (Plus my mother said that that cannot be my first job as a princess because she will not fly there to see me lol) And also, WDW is having look-a-like and character performer auditions. uggghhhh

I just have to keep reminding myself that I can't go now. I have to finish school. And in January I will apply for the CP and next year at this time I will be moving to Florida to live my dream. I just have to be patient. I only have to wait til January and then I can start this crazy process of applying. I can do it.

I think I can do it...

Dream Locations: Attractions!

2010-05-11T13:05:00.000-07:00

Here are my dream locations for Attractions! The order is debatable for me of the top 5, so I'm not going to number them. I'd be happy with any of them. I'll start with an Honorable Mention, though.

Honorable Mention: Star Tours

I'm a Star Wars fanatic, so why wouldn't I want to work here?

American Adventure

I love this show, and the pavilion itself is just gorgeous. This is one of my favorites in Epcot. Plus, I love the colonial age costumes and it's air conditioned!

Haunted Mansion

I know, everyone wants to work here. But I think it would be awesome to creep people out all day. And at the Halloween parties the maids and butlers get to dress up even more and be extra-creepy.

Kilimanjaro Safaris

This was never on my list before I had my drivers license. Now that I have it, it has risen in the ranks of attractions I would love to work. It would never be the same ride twice, you could learn so much about the animals, and you'd get to see that view of the Savannah every day. Other than the heat, I think this would be pretty awesome.

Great Movie Ride

I love this attraction. It's classic. And I think my theater training would make this a great attraction for me. I have no problem memorizing monologues, and they need more people willing to be actors for this attraction. I've gotten some very bland guides before.. (And some awesome ones, too- I'm not saying they're all bad!)

Jungle Cruise

Another monologue, theater training would benefit attraction. This would be super fun. I think I could do a great job and have a great time doing it.

Those are my top choices! They're are many more I would love to work at- hey as long as I'm working in WDW I'd be happy!

Have a Magical Day!

school's out for summer!

2010-05-11T12:26:00.000-07:00

I'm DONE!!!!

I officially finished my junior year of college last Thursday! YAY! I got a 4.0 again this semester! YAY! haha I'm just so thrilled to be done for this year. This past semester was a rough one. So now comes summer!

I don't have any plans for this summer, per se. I'm planning on doing Princess Parties and working on a project I have had in the works for a while. (More on that some other time!)

I also got my hair cut! I haven't had hair this short in a long time! It's just at my shoulders. It's a big change, but I like it.

I'm going to do a dream Attractions location post next. Entertainment is my first choice of role, but Attractions is my second choice. So I'll blog about that!

Have a Magical Day everyone!

Happy Star Wars Day!

2010-05-04T06:27:00.000-07:00

May the Fourth be with you!

I'll be doing a real update soon- I'm starting finals today and have them until Thursday. After that I'll have my life back!
Have a Magical Day!
- Kat

Formspring.

2010-05-01T14:14:00.001-07:00

Do you know who inspired the look of belle? Like what did animators use for reference when creating her?

I don't know for sure- I've heard Alyssa Milano, but I'm not quite sure if that's true.

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It seems like my blog has become an endless formspring blog...

2010-04-25T11:00:00.001-07:00

Do you have to be a professional actress to audition for one of the international disney parks? Like have a headshot, experiance, etc.? I can dance okay but I've never really acted before... Are the international auditions much more intense than the cp?

The CP auditions are almost identical to the WDW auditions- I have never been to an audition for any of the parks outside the US. I would imagine that for the specific acting roles you need a headshot and resume and you would have to do a monologue. For character roles, all of that probably isn't needed. The only thing with the international parks is that they don't have many auditions in the US for them. Sometimes they do, but like Disneyland Paris holds auditions in France and England, Tokyo and Hong Kong hold a lot of their auditions in Australia. They sometimes have US auditions, though- you would just have to watch disneyauditions.com

Ask me anything

Formspring

2010-04-24T15:02:00.001-07:00

Q: Do you know what size Ariel's fin goes up too? I was thinking maybe a 4...or thoughts?

Truthfully- I really don't know. I have heard that most of the princess dresses go up to a 10, but I've never heard about Ariel's fin.

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Formspring Question

2010-04-24T15:01:00.001-07:00

Q: you're an acting major. but thats such an uncertain field and the degree doesn't guarantee you'll get a job. what if you can't make enough money to support yourself? you said Face get $11.75 starting and thats not a lot. what your back-up plan?

A:

Believe me- I knew going into this that I wasn't guaranteed to make a lot of money in this profession. They tell us the first day of school that if you're in this for the $, you're in the wrong profession. I can do acting anywhere- so I can move around if I need to find work, but if I can't do well in acting I have other plans. I may get a second degree in Broadcast Journalism to fall back on. And I have lots of other interests and skills- so if acting doesn't work out- I should be fine.

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Gold Stars Please?

2010-04-21T17:39:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone! So I auditioned for Glee! I'd really appreciate your gold stars (of course, if you feel I deserve them! lol)

Here's the link:

http://www.myspace.com/gleeauditions?link=43855618

Thanks guys! And if any of you are auditioning- let me know and I'll send some gold stars your way!

Formspring Answer Clarification - Face CP Question

2010-04-20T20:03:00.001-07:00

I need to clarify something on that one answer- I misread and then got what you had asked as soon as I hit Send lol - I'm not sure if face CP's get as much as regular CM's. I don't know anyone who is face in the CP.

It's less though because they take out housing costs.

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Formspring

2010-04-20T20:01:00.001-07:00

what if you never get hired at Disney?

Well I intend to continue auditioning until they do hire me lol they'll finally hire me just so that I'll stop badgering them. But if I don't get at WDW- I'm going to try for Disneyland in CA. If I don't get either, I'm either going to try auditioning for other theme parks or move to LA and try my hand at TV/movies. I'm an acting major, so no matter what, I'm going to be performing somewhere.

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Formspring

2010-04-20T19:58:00.001-07:00

do face cps get paid that much?

That's taken straight from disneyauditions.com. I doubt they're allowed to post one pay rate and then give them another.

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Formspring Question.

2010-04-19T20:05:00.001-07:00

Q: How much does being a CM at Disney pay?

A:

Well it depends on the role- Attractions starts @ $7.35/hr, QSFB starts at $7.85/hr, Characters receive more- Face get $11.75 starting, Fur get $9.00/hr.

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i has a tumblr...

2010-04-18T20:20:00.000-07:00

So I really don't know the point of a tumblr if I have this, but it's fun to put up random short things and pictures when I don't feel like typing a whole blog. It's not going to be totally Disney, so sorry if you get annoyed with my other postings...

Check outs mah tumblr:

http://hockeyprincess.tumblr.com/

I have nothing to blog about....

2010-04-17T18:13:00.000-07:00

Hi.

I have nothing to talk about.

Well not really, I guess. I'm just one of those people who isn't preparing to leave for Disney- not really planning a vacation- and has nothing too exciting going on in her life lol

I'm going to be done with my Junior year of college in about 3 weeks. That's crazy. But very exciting!

I am considering going to the May 13th Character Look-a-like audition in Orlando. I figure why not give it one more try before the time comes to apply for the CP. It's either they say no again (which I have gotten used to unfortunately) or they say "Welcome to Disney!" And I am totally okay with both of those options.

Other than that.... I don't have much to talk about.

I might be posting a vlog soon with some of my favorite WDW fiction books, so watch for that.

Have a magical day everyone!

Even More Formspring!

2010-04-17T16:25:00.001-07:00

Q: any random behind the scenes entertainment info?

A:

I don't know anything that is too behind the scenes, considering I'm not there yet lol Anything I would know you could find online- that's where I found it :)

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Oh and I'm not just trying to be mean and get away from that question- I just really don't know too many "insider" secrets lol

More Formspring!

2010-04-17T16:22:00.001-07:00

Q: I see that you think Ariel is a long shot for you--why do you say that? From the pictures I saw, I think you look better in the Ariel wig than in Snow White.

A:

I just think my coloring isn't the greatest for Ariel- I'm really pale with really dark eyebrows. That just leads me to think I am better suited to Snow and/or Belle. I have ways to make my eyebrows red, so if they're okay with that, then I'm probably an okay Ariel, too. I just know that a lot of girls who play Ariel are natural blondes, because then they can make their eyebrows look naturally red. (I guess lol)

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Formspring!

2010-04-13T20:27:00.001-07:00

Q: whats ur backup plan if you dont make entertainment for the cp?

A: If I don't get entertainment, I'd love to do Attractions. Spieling rides like Jungle and GMR are my first choice, but I know those are tough to get. But Attractions would be my second choice. And then I would continue to audition for entertainment to extend and then hopefully go FT.

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Formspring!

2010-04-11T13:52:00.001-07:00

Q: What do you think are belle's facial characteristics? I've looked at pictures on flikr, but it's hard to see patterns... What's your opinion?

A:

I agree- Belle does seem to have a lot of leniency when it comes to her face characteristics. I know for most of the princesses they like big eyes. In the movie she seems to have more of a heart shaped or round face and I have seen Belle's with that, but I have also seen girls with longer faces.

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Formspring Question!

2010-04-10T09:58:00.001-07:00

I only have one question though...... ask me stuff friends!

Q: Who do you want to be "friends" with?

A: I would love to be friends with Snow White and Belle. I would also love to be friends with Ariel, but that one is a long shot for me, I believe.

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I'm Back!

2010-04-09T18:57:00.000-07:00

I haven't posted in a while, but that's because of Spring Break!

I had a great time in WDW - I'm not going to write too much about it because I have videos. And videos are always more entertaining than reading about experiences! Just check out my youtube channel for all of the Spring Break silliness!

www.youtube.com/katwandthemouse

In other news- WDW posted new auditions on disneyauditions.com. They are having character look-a-like auditions on May 13th. I really want to go to these auditions.. like bad. But I feel like there are more cons than pros for this audition...

Pros:
- Possibility of getting a job
- Even if I don't, WDW will have seen me again before the CP audition

Cons:
- $$ for flying and staying
- Possibility of not getting a job (all the time, effort, and money for nothing)
- Just a Look-a-like audition. No dancing to give me a leg up.

I don't know... I would love to go, but I'm just not sure if it's a wise choice. I'm not giving up- I just don't know if I should do this.

Any of you have any advice?

Did somebody say adventure?!

2010-03-28T12:28:00.000-07:00

I am in the Pittsburgh Airport waiting on my flight. I've still got about an hour until we board, since my flight was moved back to 4:45pm. It's raining here- it's very gray and depressing outside - but it's still a cheery day because I'm going to WDW!!! I'm contemplating riding the moving walks to pass time lol

My friends who were driving to FL made it last night around midnight. I got a text at 8:53 this morning saying "I'M IN ANIMAL KINGDOM!!!!" hahaha They're so excited. Some of them have never been to Disney. It's exciting to go with newcomers. I can't wait until I get to walk with them down Main St. for the first time.

Oh and I don't think I mentioned this- I'm an Annual Passholder now! I figured out that with the trips we may take within this year, that it would be cheaper ticket-wise to have a pass. This trip and my trip in May already equal the price of the AP. I'm so excited- I can't wait to get it at the gates of MK!

Alright well I won't have WiFi while I'm in WDW like I thought I would, but I might have 3G on my phone- so I'll be able to update, but they'll be small. I have my numerous cameras and recording devices so when I come back there will be tons of pictures and videos for you all to see.

Have A Magical Day everyone! (I know I will!)

New Vlog! - Episode 3

2010-03-23T21:35:00.001-07:00

New Vlog- check it out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDNzUKT44NY

I'm going to WDW for Spring Break!! YAY!!!

2010-03-21T18:44:00.001-07:00

So it's official! I'm getting to go to WDW for spring break!!!!

I'm so excited. I was at first supposed to go with my family for spring break, but then that fell through and I was used to the idea of not going. But then my friends who were going (I was going to meet them for lunch or something while down there) said that I can stay with them! So not only am I getting to go, I'm getting to go with some of my very best friends! We're going to have SUCH an awesome time.
We are staying at Saratoga Springs Resort. It will be my first time staying there. I've always wanted to because of it's proximity to DTD and it's just plain pretty. My friend's family are members of the vacation club and that's where they usually stay. I'm so excited and so thankful she's letting me stay with her!

And- I got a new video camera for easter! So I can vlog and do all kinds of fun videos while I'm down there. It's going to be great! If any of you guys are working down there now and want me to come say hi- let me know! I'd love to come say hey!

Hopefully soon I will be able to tell you a little more about what I may be doing this summer. I'm in the very early stages of applying for an internship and I don't want to tell too much before I'm sure I actually have a chance. But it's totally awesome- it's a big deal.

Talk to everyone soon and Have a Magical Day!

Formspring me!

2010-03-20T20:59:00.000-07:00

Hey folks!

Not too much to report tonight- hopefully will have some news tomorrow that I can talk about. For now, I'm just going to do a shameless plug of my formspring. You can either use the handy little box down to the right or follow this link:

Ask me stuff! http://formspring.me/katarina0711

Ask me anything- doesn't even have to be Disney related!
Thanks guys!

Vlog Problems and Changes...

2010-03-16T18:54:00.000-07:00

So I wanted to change emails on my youtube vlog and made some stupid mistakes when it came to the google account... so long story short, I cannot access my old vlog account... it most likely will be deleted soon. So I have a new account... had to use a different name.... here it is:

Kat and the Mouse: The Vlog!

I'm not happy about all this, but what can you do... If you subscribed to the other, please subscribe to this one again. Thanks guys.

oup...

2010-03-14T18:00:00.000-07:00

Well hello there- nice to see you all!

I'm sorry I haven't been posting. School took over my life and I've been trying to make some big decisions. School is good. I just finished the run of "Five Women Wearing the Same Dress" today at 2. That show literally took over my life. Last week started out okay with regular rehearsals, but then I had to start altering all 5 of the dresses. Then our director had a heart attack (he is fine and on the way to a full recovery) and all of our roles in the show doubled because we had to get props and all kinds of other things on our own. With that and classes, it was very hectic this past week.

I've also been trying to decide what to do with my summer. As you all know, I had planned on auditioning for WDW again. But now I'm not so sure about that. I know that they're really not hiring Seasonal and I'm a little leery about going FT or PT for only a few months then switching to Seasonal... I don't want to get any kind of reputation. So now I think I'm going to wait and just do the CP in Fall of 2011. It makes me really sad, but I think that might be the best path for me right now.

Look out for a new Vlog coming soon, too- explaining more about summer and such. :)

But I officially have my life back and hopefully will be posting much more often.
Thanks for reading and Have a Magical Day!

DRIVER'S LICENSE!!!

2010-02-27T10:22:00.000-08:00

Yep, you read that right- I got my driver's license!!!

Just took my test about 2 hours ago. I'm ecstatic. I waited about 4 years to get it and I'm so glad I passed. Now I don't have to walk to school anymore, not totally reliant on my parents taking me places, and when I move to Florida I am now SURE that I will be able to get around. =D EEEEE!!!!

Yeah, that's about it lol Short post- awesome subject.

Have a Magical Day- I know I will!

BTW people- Ask Me Stuff!!! My formspring is lonely! It doesn't even have to be Disney related. Just stupid random stuff will make me happy :)