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BWW Blog: It's Not a Goodbye, It's a See Ya Later

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Before beginning my Disney College Program earlier this year, I knew there was a chance I'd meet people from around the world and become good friends with them. It wasn't until mid March that I had a large group of Australians, New Zealanders, and other performers I was hanging with on my off days. To me, it was completely normal to meet, associate, and spend afternoons with these people at the parks. Through working with Aussies, I've learned about their culture, their language, and their weird habits. It's been incredible to connect with people who have lived different lives, who have travelled and experienced things I never have.

Because I get to work among International College Program participants, the bonds I've made with them are almost as strong as the ones I have with friends from back home. I feel so lucky to be the type of person who is unafraid to talk to strangers; because I enjoy having conversations with new faces, I have continued to make connections and build friendships working for Walt Disney World.

Just last week, I went to an event celebrating the completion of the first part of my program. At the event, I saw and spoke to some of my fellow performer friends who would be leaving in the next few days. It was a bittersweet day for both them and myself; although I had only spent a short amount of time with them during my program, I was able to connect with them and share some very special moments while working in the parks.

I am thankful to have met such amazing individuals who share the same passion as I do. Luckily, through our mutual love for Disney, I never have to fear that we won't see or speak again. Disney is an everlasting fantasy that brings us together on a level unlike any other.

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