CRP | Hopes and fears - 10 days to go

Our departure date is creeping closer and closer and it's slowly dawning on me that I'm moving abroad again, for the third time.  Moving to a different country is a really big deal and it's natural to feel anxious about what's to come.  Although I've packed my life up in a suitcase a couple of times before, there are still a few niggly nerves that pop up.  Have a look at some of my hopes and fears for the next year:

Hopes

1. Meet people.
This may seem a little strange when you read my fears but I'm really hoping I can meet people from all across the globe.  I love learning about different cultures (good thing I'm doing a cultural exchange program) so I'm going to try and become a social butterfly and put myself out there (eek). 

2.  I can speak more French and Spanish.
I've really missed thinking in a foreign language so hopefully the CRP will give me an opportunity to practise my languages - with other cast members and guests! I'm a little apprehensive about passing the language tests but I might give it a go and see what happens.

3. Learn about business.
This may sound like an ultra-geeky hope but I've only ever worked in merchandise for a year and never for a transnational company so I'm really looking forward to seeing how a company like Disney functions.  

4. Travel and experience the US like a real American.
There's something about the USA that really intrigues me; I think it's the sheer variation between the different cultures.  You can't really compare the Deep South to Washington state etc.  I hope I can hope on the Greyhound and visit as many states/cities as possible.

5. Be a part of the Disney magic.
A cheesy, cliched one I know but I hope I can be part of everything that makes Disney so magical.  I remember all the lovely, helpful cast members who made my trip there unforgettable and I want to be able to do that for other people.  

Fears

1. No one will like me!
This is a bit of a personal one for as this is one of my general-anxiety-life fears.  I always worry that no one is going to like me at all. I know it's impossible for everyone to like me but the rational side of me says that out of all the cast members in Disney World, one or two of them will want to be my friend.  I imagine that this is an anxiety for lots of people embarking on this type of program or a study abroad but it always turns out okay.

2. Time will fly.
This sounds like an odd one but after my past two years of living abroad, I know how quickly time can pass you by.  One minute you feel like you have tons of time to cross everything off your bucket list but before you know it, you're having to organise your trip home.  I want to try and make sure that  I make the most of every opportunity out there.

3. I won't have enough money.
I've tried to save but the application process and whatnot is a fairly pricey business. What's more, the past year I've only been on an intern wage so naturally I'm concerned I won't have enough to see me through.  I think it's because in Mexico last year, money was quite tight.  However, this no way took away from the fact I had an amazing time; you simply learn to find more creative, cheaper ways to make the most of your year.

4. I'm too old.
Again, another fairly personal one.  So I'm 28.  The majority of the applicants are early twenties and I'm worried I'm too old.  However, I think it is true that you are only as old as you feel and Yummy Jobs and Disney must have thought it was okay otherwise they wouldn't have given me a place... Right?  Ha.

I still can't believe it's only ten days to go!