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[HuggaBaloo]

OK, I sure could use some advice if ya'll are up for it...

Here's what happened. I e-mailed my resume for a job in Orlando a week ago today. The recruiter called me the next day and left a message for me to call her back (usually a good sign, right?). I called her back the next day but had to leave a message. No return call. I called again the next day (Friday). Still no answer...left message. No return call yesterday. I called her today and happened to get her on the phone. I explained who I was and that I was returning her call. Her response is below (as verbatim as possible). It helps if you imagine her tone as being similar to David Spade's "buh-bye" character ("And you're name is...and you're here regarding.....").

"Oh, yeah, uhhh, this is really not a good time for me. I'll have to call you back. Probably the earliest would be tomorrow. See, to be candid with you, we have some local candidates who are currently in the second phase of interviews and we hope to have this wrapped up by tomorrow, you know, because of time constraints. But, if for some reason we still need candidates, I'll be sure to give you a call. Actually, I'll let you know either way, you know with a phone call or maybe an e-mail, OK? Blah, blah, blah...fake niceties...blah blah blah. Buh-bye."

Needless to say, this did not help with the old self-esteem. To be honest, I have not had a great response to my resume submissions, which is not what I expected from a city the size of Orlando. Today's events helped to reinforce my fears that I'll have a hard time finding a job in Orlando from here. But, it's risky quitting my job and moving down there without one. What would you guys do?

 

[llebrekniT]

Originally posted by geffric
Lunch at Crystal Palace so we can "play" with Pooh and Tigger too??

Hmm No response?? Okay I'll go back to my barstool and sit quitely waiting to go on Splash Mountain and then Big thunder and some Country Bears..

Dole Whip anyone???

OMG! Yes, yes, yes! I haven't had one on my last TWO trips. Can you believe that!?! Can't remember why I didn't get one last spring but I do seem to remember some reason why I didn't want one this last trip. I LOVE Dole Whips!

Hey that would be a good question. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WDW SNACK/TREAT? Something that you must have on every trip.

Sorry Ohanafamily, we must've been posting at the same time. V&A's sounds great, especially since we're on a virtual trip. We don't have to pay with real money and even if we do take the kids in, they'll be perfect angels. I think I'll just run in GF real quick and buy that really pretty dress I saw hanging in the window at the very expensive women's clothing store during our stay.

 

[RRBB]

I'd love to go to V&A's for dinner tonight. Let's see if we can get the Chef's table, too!

Oh, and count me in for a Dole Whip. I think the last time we were at WDW (or was it DL) they were closed so I couldn't get one.

 

[HuggaBaloo]

Originally posted by llebrekniT
How about dinner at San Angel Inn? Anybody in the mood for some Mexican food?<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/12/12_12_3.gif' border=0></a> I hear they have great margaritas.<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/12/12_13_2.gif' border=0></a>

They do have good margaritas! We ate there during our trip. We spent the day at EPCOT and were waiting for Illuminations. We had never eaten there before and I had heard it was not that good, but I was actually impressed. The Queso Fundido appetizer was incredible. For the entree I had the Mole Poblano (which I think geffric made a reference to several pages back). It's "grilled chicken breast served over a bed of chicken morsels, carrots, chayote chiles, with the classic sauce of spices and a hint of chocolate." Very good flavor but just a little too hot (spice-wise) for me.

 

[CourtasanSatine]

count me in,just have to pick up that killer POTC worthy dress

 

[geffric]

If our choice is between V and A and San Angel.. as much As I love Mexican food..(i lived in Puebla, PUE Mexico for a year many moons ago before DH and Kids) I prefer V and A.. I have never been so i will shop with [color=FF66CC]llebrekniT[/color] and buy a lovely dress .. and I am sure that V and A will have Chocolate Martinis.. for all of us YUM!!

 

[Kismetdreams]

Bichon Barb, George Thorogood came and did a free concert for our base last spring time and it was soo good!

And I guess that the song you quote was "one bourbon, one scotch and one beer"... Did I guess right? It sounds like it!

Anyways...My soap is on (As the World Turns)...They sent me home from work to come back and do a 0200-1000 tomorrow shift, so I am watching my soap and hitting bed.

Talk at y'all later!

*hugs*

 

[RickinNYC]

In reference to the "how tall are you?" question, I'm 6'4" tall. And I also happen to be the clumsiest oaf on the planet! Aint nothin' graceful about this lug!

Anyway, things are still going a mile a minute at work, but since I lost posted, I decided to take a reality check last night. I stopped by an agency we work with, one that provides meals to senior citizens in need. Boy that sure did the trick. Sitting and chatting with them, hearing their stories, just enjoying their company. Makes me so at peace with my job.

Plus, you guys sure help out by giving me tons of chuckles!

As for my favorite snack at WDW, it used to be the smoked turkey drumsticks. In fact, my mouth would just water at the thought. But, my tastes have been mutating recently and on our last visit, I bought one, took a big bite, and my stomache just did a huge heave ho. Don't like them anymore.

So, I have to say I love Mickey Bars! Oh, and the sticky buns on Main Street. And don't forget those square donut thingamajigs at Port Orleans. And the fries at Backlot. And the lobster at Fulton's Crab House. And the tuna steak wrapped in prosciutto at Portabello's.

Man, I'm just a pig.

 

[CourtasanSatine]

I'm 5"7 and favorite snack is the pizza from Toy Story Pizza Planet

I'm blasting the cd from OUATIM in hommage to the suprise nod in Best Actor for POTC

 

[deadheadbelle]

I'm in for V & A. I've never been. I am hungry already, so I'm gonna run over to San Angel & grab some nachos & a couple-a-margaritas before meeting you guys at V & A.

Hang in there HuggaBaloo. It will all work out for you. Do you really want to work for the female David Spade? NO, of course not! Everything will fall into place soon. When are you guys planning to move? Your partner is going back to school, right? Is he planning to start classes this summer, or this fall? Settle down, join me at San Angel for a couple of those yummy margaritas (if you get there first, I would like mine on the rocks with lots & lots of salt) & chill out.

 

[llebrekniT]

Oops I wanted to answer the celebrity encounter question.

We had an encounter about 6 years ago at MK. DH was a big NASCAR fan at that time. (Still is, just likes MLB more now). His favorite driver, Ricky Rudd, was on the Tomorrowland Speedway right behind Daniel and I. We were actually racing a professional race car driver!<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/18/18_3_104.gif' border=0></a> (I guess since I was in front of him I kind of won?)
Daniel and I didn't know until we got off and DH pointed him out to us. DH didn't want to bother him since he was with his family, so he waved to him and said he was a big fan. Rudd was a little bit unsure looking<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_6_102.gif' border=0></a> and then I remembered I had the little Hot Wheel size version of his race car<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/18_1_32.gif' border=0></a> in the diaper bag. Holly, who was almost one at the time, loved chewing on it. (I think I already mentioned before that I am a bad mom, it's clearly a choking hazard.) As soon as he saw the little car coming out of the diaper bag he started laughing and shook DH's hand. He was very nice. You couldn't have knocked the grin off DH's face for anything the rest of the day. <a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_1_205.gif' border=0></a> If there was anyone at that particular time of his life he would've liked to meet, it would've been him. Totally cool encounter.<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_17_1.gif' border=0></a>

I have to start thinking <a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_6_2v.gif' border=0></a>about what's for dinner since my body isn't on the virtual trip to V&A's, only my mind. As far as the virtual dinner there goes, order something very expensive for me. I want it all, appetizer, salad, entree and dessert. Oh and get me something to go as well. Probably a second dessert. Just in case. I like to be optimistic.

 

[deadheadbelle]

Hey RickinNYC! I'm glad you are feeling better today!

As far as those Turkey legs go, I've never had one, but I just crack up everytime I see someone wandering around gnawing on those giant things! I don't think I could eat one if I tried.

My favorite snack is a cookie that I first got at the Boardwalk Bakery. It has macadamia nuts & caramel & all kinds of good stuff. They have them other places, too.

 

[RRBB]

Hey Deadheadbelle, is Nephosaurus with you? I can't seem to find him, and you did mention margaritas...

As far as the virtual dinner there goes, order something very expensive for me. I want it all, appetizer, salad, entree and dessert. Oh and get me something to go as well. Probably a second dessert.

Don't worry [color=FF66CC]llebrekniT[/color] it's a 7-course, or is it 9-course, meal at V&A. And if we get the Chef's table he'll customize the menu for each of us. The only decision you need to make is if you want the wine pairings to go with your meal. You'll get a printed menu to take home at the end of the meal, and all the women get a long-stem red rose. (I know this becaue ohanafamily and I actually ate there, at the chef's table no less, a few years ago. What a treat.)

 

[geffric]

RRBB you are a very Lucky women...Dh would never consider going to V and A.. so it is only in my dreams will I ever get to go..

Favorite snack/treat...Mickey bars, Dole Whips..the warm brownie with ice cream and hot fudge sauce...

What time are our reservations for dinner??? i'LL BE WITH Deadheadbelle and Nephosaurus having margaritas..

 

[depplyinluv]

Originally posted by CourtasanSatine


deppyinluv should be a happy camper right bout now

ok at about 11:00 today i went online at school (hey good thing the librarians are two old nuns or i would've been in biiggggg trouble) and printed out the nods.!!!!!!!!!!!!




<marquee><font color=steelblue>JOHNNY DEPP WAS NOMINATED FOR BEST ACTOR!!!!!!!!!</FONT></marquee>


omgoodness i cannot tell you all how excited and happy i am right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!


actually , POTC got 5 nods!


shall i list the list? LOL

Actor in a leading role:
<font color=steelblue>JOHNNY DEPP</font> : pirates of the cairbbean, the curse of the black pearl
Ben Kingsley-house of sand and fog
Jude Law-Cold Mountain
Bill Murray-Lost in Translation
Sean Penn-Mystic River

Actor in a Supporting Role:
Alec Baldwin-The Cooler
Benicio Del Toro- 21 Grams
Djimon Hounsou-In America
Tim Robbins- Mystic River
Ken Watanabe- The Last Samurai

Actress In A Leading Role:
Keisha Castle-Hughes- Whale Rider
Diane Keaton- Something's Gotta Give
Samantha Morton- In America
Charlize Theron- Monster
Naomi Watts-21 Grams

Actress in a Supporting Role:
Shohreh Aghdashloo- House of Sand and Fog
Patricia Clarkson- Pieces of April
Marcia Gay Harden- Mystic River
Holly Hunter-thirteen
Renee Zellweger- Cold Mountain

or you know, you could just go to www.oscar.com


but ....

lotr got 11 nods
potc-5
cold mountain-7
mystic river-6
Master & Commander-10
Lost inTranslation-4
Finding nemo-4
Seabiscuit-7


THe 76th Annual Academy Awards will be on Feb. 29

 

[geffric]

 

[Laura]

So chatty today and I still find us on Page 2!

 

[dawgfan]

 

[Laura]

It's funny that HuggaBaloo had a brush with fame as a high school band member, 'cuz I did too! I was in my HS's marching band when we were chosen to be part of a PBS Great Performances 20th Anniversary special with Matthew Broderick in 1992. Originally, Ohio State's marching band was supposed to do it, but they had to cancel so they picked us.

The special was a series of short films and MB's was "A Simple Melody"--his character, Arnie, was a musical prodigy and our band figured into the turning point of the story. He's riding high on musical success when his parents tell him in the middle of a college marching band (that's us) performance that they can't continue to fund his education. So he goes on the bar mitzvah circuit until he finds fame and fortune. Funny though; the actors who played his character's parents were dressed as football fans and wore Ohio State scarlet and gray--wardrobe wasn't able to change their costumes to our high school's colors when our band replaced Ohio State's.

We were actually in a large portion of the short, doing "Script Arnie", and Matthew Broderick wore our school's drum major uniform and mastered the baton rather well. He signed a bunch of autographs and was really nice. Also there was Sarah Jessica Parker, apparently just accompanying him during the shoot in Ohio Stadium. I only got a glimpse of her; she stayed indoors mostly. It was August and very hot. We called SJP "Sandee" from her character in LA Story. One of my friends just loved that movie and was so excited to see SJP.

 

[TiggersPal]

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anyway, more responses to the celebrity sightings later!!!!!