A WONDERFUL post from a CM--'Why I do my job' *(tissue alert)*

[Dan Murphy]

Here is a post that goes way back to the old boards, written by the Just Say Thanks Board moderator, TJ Munk (Tiffany). I have posted several times in the past, and think is one of the very best posts I have EVER read. Just thought I would run it by again for folks who have not seen it, and for those who have, to refresh their CM batteries. I love this post!!!! http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/aha.gif

For those of you who don't know me, I'm the moderator of the Just Say Thanks Board. I'm also a WDW Entertainment Cast Member, that's about as specific as I'll get . Anyhow, the other day I had a really bad day. Just totally lousy; lousy weather, lousy guests, lousy CMS, lousy lousy lousy...did I mention it was a bad day? Anyhow, I came home and started writing in my journal, as I often do when I get stressed and I started making a list of "Why I do my Job." I posted it on my locker at work, and lots of other CMs have really appreciated it. It ended up sounding kind of like a poem, so I thought I'd share it with y'all for a little inspiration....

WHY I DO MY JOB....

For the baby who takes his first steps into my arms. For the grandma in the wheelchair who doesn't think anyone is paying attention, and then squeals with delight when I sneak up behind her. For the little boy who is so scared he hides behind his mother, but after 10 minutes of patient "peek-a-boo" touches my finger. For the parents who laugh when they tell their kids, "Now turn around," and I turn around too. For every little child who hugs me and says, "I love you." For the blind girl who runs her hands over my face and is awestruck. For the little girl with braces on her legs who gets up and waltzes with the Beast. For the little toddler who blows me kisses. For the baby who sist on my lap and sucks my nose, or grabs my finger. For the people who clap along to the music on parade route. For the laugher. For the Make-a-Wish child who smiles and doesn't think about his pain. For the hugs. For every child who REALLY believes. For being able to act silly. For the smiles. For all the kids on parade route who think to themselves, "Someday I want to do that." For the chance, however brief, to make a difference in someone's life.

"Nothing is more wonderful than the imagination, for in a moment, you can experience a beautiful fantasy, or an exciting adventure..."

How ya doing?? http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/cry.gif http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/blush.gif

Thanks again, Tiff. http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/thumbs.gif

[Helopoh]

That was wonderful! Thanks for sharing it.

[Judie B]

Dan, thanks for pulling this one out! This is such a wonderful post. Of course, now I'm all weepy at my desk...

[KnightsQwn]

I am so glad I didn't wear make up today!

Thank you... That was really wonderful

[CarolG]

Thanks for posting this one again, Dan. It's truly a classic.

[tink29]

I love this post.

And I'm still that little kid who says "Someday I want to do that"!!!!

[TennVolTony]

Tiffany...on behalf of all hearts you have filled with happiness and most importantly,
the joy you have brought to my Make-A-Wish kids, THANK-YOU for what you do everyday for so many................... :) I have seen your "Magic" with these little hearts,as well as
some big ones............And it is a wonderful sight to see.......... :D

And Thanks "Big Guy" for reminding us all.........

[Rajah]

I love that, and I'm *still* one of those "kids" who looks out at the parade and says someday I want to do that :D

[Debi]

After the day I've been having, I really need to read that. Thanks, Dan. :)

[Serena]

Thanks Dan. :cool:

[PandyPaws]

Dan, this is one of my favorite DIS posts EVER. I read it all the way through every time I come across it or it gets a bump up. It is just so heartwarming :) :) :) Thanks for bringing it to us today :)

[georgiapeach60]

My DH really hates it when I get the keyboard wet. Oh well! That is wonderful.

[bigsis1970]

she is one of the people who make Disney "Magical"
Thanks Tiff.. Michelle
I hope you are in costume when we are there..

83 days to go !!!

[lisapooh]

Wow, this crip in a chair always appreciates the character that sneaks up behind and surprises her. Or signs back I love you.
Just one warning for you though. Be careful with guests in power chairs. My controller is on the left and poor Eeyore almost had his foot run over when he came to hug me and hit the controller. I now turn the chair off before hugging characters.

[Patrick IL.]

oh jeez Dan, what a post!:earsboy: :)

[Tartan Tigger]

Thanks Dan. It really is a wonderful post.:)

[Pixie Power!]

Thank you for posting this again, as a newie i didnt see it the first time round.

Its such a lovely post, im covered in goose bumps. CM's like this make our time in the Kingdom all we could wish for and more.

We thank you!:)


Emma

:bounce: :bounce:

[TJ Munk]

I'm glad y'all enjoyed that post. It's really the truth.

:)
Tiffany

[Robin]

Thanks...I really needed that today:) :) :) :)

[Credit Man]

Thanks, Dan. I get choked up every time this post comes around.

[princess angel]

thanks Dan!!!

that brought a tear and a smile to my face!!! :)

Laura :)

[Rafiki Rafiki Rafiki]

You people ALL have me crying this afternoon!

Thanks for posting that, Dan.

[one_cat]

Thank you Dan - I hope we all think about adding a little magic to another person's life no matter what we do...

[sha_lyn]

WOW...thanks Dan I needed a good cry today

[Mark P.]

Thanks Dan...I fondly remember that one:)

[Kitty 34]

OMG!!!! What a beautiful post!!! GOD bless Tiffany!!:)

[Alice in Cleveland]

Thanks, Dan. I haven't had the pleasure of reading that post before.

Thanks, Tiffany. You truly know the meaning of the word "magic".:)

[candykisses]

Thanks, Dan for posting. That's the first time I've read that post. How touching.

[DixieDreamer]

And people wonder why we all go back to the world over and over again. That really can choke a person up!

[WDWfanatic288]

that was AWESOME!!!


now only if all CMs felt that way...but oh-well...one of the many reason I love DL and WDW!!!

[Wishydoo]

*sobbing* :)

[dizneenut]

That was wonderful!!!

[browneyes]

http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/cry.gif

That was beautiful!

[Leota]

Thank You Tiffany - That was a beautiful post - Thanks Dan, for sharing it with us.

[Dan Murphy]

This has not been around for a time. It always reminds me what we have in Disney and those who make it what it is.

Some nice memories on this thread too.

[WendyZ]

Thanks Dan...great post!:D

[lilpritch04]

You were right with your "Tissue Alert" warning!

That was a great post and really makes me excited to go to WDW this fall. Even as a guest I appreciate watching other people experience the magic of Disney and the wonderful interactions with the CMs.

[Annette_VA]

"Tissue Alert" is right! Wow, what an incredible post.

[mbb]

...CMs like that are why we go back..because we believe:)

:sunny:

[TerriP]

Funny....watching those things happen is why I go to WDW, too. ;)

Thanks for digging that one up for us, Dan!! ;)

[aimee11621]

:wave:

Thank you !! Kind words of inspiration makes me remember why I do what I gotta do everyday. For my family.:chat:

More please:hyper:

[Microcell]

I am feverishly putting as much as I can on Ebay so I can gather up enough money to go on yet another trip as soon as we can afford it- read spending tax money, we are insane! I need to get some pix of my DS getting a kiss from Jasmine to go along with your post to really fire me up!

[Pooh67_68]

:D :D :D :D
Thank you for sharing Dan.

[dvcfamily41801]

That was so excellent. I had chills while reading it. I am going to share with a CM friend of mine who I know feels the exact same way about what she does.


Thank you for making my day
:D

[JessetheCowgirl]

Thanks for sharing that--haven't read it before.

[jacksonsmom]

Thank you for bumping that up. It is beautiful & that is exactly why I love Disney....Magic does happen :)

[Pooh's Pal]

:sad: I need more tissues! That was soooo nice.

[mt2]

I remember reading this the first time around (lurking then). It made me cry then. It still does today.

Thank you for this wonderful repost post.

mt2

[Cthia]

Thank you for reposting Dan. I never saw this before. :D

[pkasbohm]

Thanks Dan! That was very nice of Tiff to post that!!!

[grinningghost]

It's good to know that there are CM's out there that really do have the magic in them.:D

[Lyn-CA]

Thank goodness, my cubicle is in a corner facing the wall. It's easier to wipe off the tears from posts like this that always gets to my big ole' sappy side.::yes::

[UncleKyle]

Thanks again Dan for bumping that up. Always touching to read that again.

[EsmeraldaX]

I made it to For the blind girl who runs her hands over my face and is awestruck. without bawling my eyes out but that line did me in...

By the time I got to the part about the Make a Wish child I had already gone through 4 tissues....

[wuv tigger]

For the parents who laugh when they tell their kids, "Now turn around," and I turn around too.


What a wonderful post.

Judy

[barbeml]

I am tearing up here. First time I have seen that---thanks Dan!

You know, I always admired the characters from afar until our last two trips. DH and I have no kids to use as an "excuse" to interact with the characters (even tho we are big kids), and I felt a bit shy with them.

Now that I have "gotten over it," I realize that the characters are just as wonderful with adults, and I absolutely TREASURE my photos with them. Now if only I could snag a photo with those elusive chipmunks...

[TowerOfTerrorFreak]

Awww this was great :D

[Belle0101]

Thanks Dan, I hadn't seen that before. I was actually feeling a bit stressed today and that post brought a calmness to me. ::yes::

And while I'm no longer a child in terms of years ... "For every child who REALLY believes" ... I still believe!

Thanks so much!! :wave2:

[swea_pea1]

Thanks Dan, I'd not seen this before. Cried from just about the first line....very touching!

[gshoemate]

What a great post. I have been trying to decide if I wanted to go to a character audition or not. I want something specific and am afraid that I will get something else. But your post makes me think that getting a spot as any character will have it's own reward.

[Dan Murphy]

I am glad so many more were able to appreciate what these very special people, the CM's, in their various roles, are able to do.....
create magic, make a smile, cause a tear, give liketime memories. ::MickeyMo ::MinnieMo