Thought I would post this again...CM's really help make it what it is....

[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!!!!

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??

Thanks again, Tiff.

 

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uh yeah thats about me right now.
That was really beautiful Tiff! :) Thank you!

 

[tkyes]

Thanks for posting that again Dan - I love that!!!




tamie

 

[Talking Hands]

A very speccial castmember

 

[Minnesota!]

Let me dry my eyes. Goodness I really wish I were in WDW right now.

Thank you to all the CM's who make Disney World what it is.

 

[AngieBelle]

I've read that before. It sums up perfectly why I'm longing to be in entertainment rather than attractions. *sigh* But, on occassion, I still get to make people smile.

Yesterday, out in front of the treehouse, I was dancing to the atmosphere music. I noticed a young girl watching. When I stopped, she clapped and said "yay!" I bobbed a little curtsy and said "thank you." hehehe

 

[Annie&Hallie'sMom]

Well there goes the mascara.

Thanks Dan for bringing that back to the forefront.

 

[powellrj]

thanks Dan

 

[helenabear]

Thanks Dan

 

[CathyCanada]

That Tiffany was one special chipmunk.
Saw her in May twice! At Adam's wedding and then at WDW, a few weeks later. She is still the same warm, funny, bubbly darling that she always was!
Much to Patrick's delight, she is fluent in sign language now and will be working with deaf teens in a theatre atmosphere. Perfect for her!

Thanks for showing that Dan. It shows what it is really about for a CM.
CC

 

[Grog]

Thanks Dan. I think sometimes it's easy to forget there are real people in those costumes

 

[TIdoublegaER]

That one made me cry. It also makes me happy I am going to WDW on Friday and reminds me why it is such a special place.