Broken Whiskers

It's been a successful day. I wore my Howl's Moving Castle shirt and I feel super happy in it. I helped babysit Cristina and David, and David basically slept for three hours. Cristina watched The Lion King and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and quoted along with the movies in addition to making some perfect commentary (as seen on my Twitter). I got to watch movies that make me really happy with a little itty bitty who clung onto me when the scary parts started. It makes me kinda proud how much Disney she loves already. I love days like today.

Also, I'm finally giving a listen to Bad Suns' new album, Disappear Here. I am a fan. So pumped for the concert in November!

Elena of Avalor

Karla sent me a picture of the ceremony from Instagram during work today. Princess Elena of Avalor, Disney's first Latin princess, has been inducted into the Official Disney Princess Court. We have our first Hispanic princess.

I cried. I actually cried when I saw the picture at work. I know that probably sounds ridiculous. But I don't care. I spent SO. MANY. YEARS. Swearing up and down that there would never be a Hispanic princess. I said that Latin Americans didn't have royalty like that and so Disney may never see a purpose in making one up. At the very least, I doubted it would happen in my lifetime. But wow. I was wrong. I've never been so happy to be wrong.

I cannot express what this means to me or how important this is for young Latinas everywhere. These are such happy tears I'm shedding. Little girls will see a beautiful female leader who speaks their language and has an abuelo and an abuela just like they do. I can't believe this is real. It's happened. And I could not be more proud. I'm just going to cry forever, and I do not care. This is real magic.

Proud Owner

For babysitting Cristina, I was paid by the Bowens with a lovely little amazon gift card. I thought about getting the headphones I wanted, but I'd then be spending my whole card in one go. I'd rather just wait, save up, and get the cheaper ones from the other website. So I bought a book I've wanted for ages instead, for like less than 10 dollars. Hooray to FINALLY owning Volume 20 of Fruits Basket! Ugh, love it so much. I wish I could have time to reread the whole series because I'm just so in love. If I finish my homework early enough, I may read this volume on Saturday. Love!

I heard from Disney maybe twenty minutes after completing my web-interview? They want me to complete a phone interview. It's scheduled for around noon on Tuesday, February 23rd. So I have some time. But WOW this is so strange. I have no clue what's gonna happen. Please keep praying for me :) May God's will be done, and may I be prepared for it!

Day 12: Pink

Meet the newest member of our stuffed family! His name is Cora (short for corazón)

Why Should I Worry?

Perfect ways to destress at the start of finals.

• Gym was not bad and I got to read more of my book
• Tea at lunch was wonderful
• Filming Magical Trash with the Executive Suite was super fun
• Zebra Night was much needed! We watched Lady & the Tramp and Oliver & Company
• Late Night Breakfast is oh so delicious!

The Highest Compliment

Cristina did a photoshoot not too long ago and we got the pictures! They're gorgeous. She's precious. It all makes me so happy. In one of my favorite shots, she smiles super big. My Tia Mela saw it and commented, saying her face and smile look just like her Tia Sammy. EEP. So sweet.

Day 10: Sour

I'm kinda upset about all the movies that didn't make the cut for my new video. 

I love them all so much! 

Ah well

Controversial Opinion: I Still Like Frozen

Rewind to December 2013 when I posted this.

I still love it. I really do. Do You Wanna Build A Snowman is still a very sweet song. I've never liked Love is an Open Door. Let It Go is still impressive. I still adore Idina. Anna is still literally me, and I'm still in need of a Kristoff. This movie is so good. The animation is beautiful. And it's just fun all around. Is it the best thing Disney has ever done? Of course not. Did it deserve the Oscar over The Wind Rises? Nope. Do I love hearing the songs over and over? Not a chance. It is not without several flaws. Hype is hype and hype killed this movie. But if you ignore all that and just sit down and watch it, there is a lot to love. I liked being reminded of that fact today. Especially when my brother-in-law, who is not a fan of animated movies in general, was enjoying himself and laughing right along with sweet little Olaf.

Evolution of Disney

TODDY DID IT AGAIN!

I'm thrilled. This brings me joy. Laaahhhvvv

Disney Marathon

Zebras watched Snow White, Fantasia, the Three Caballeros, and Robin Hood. A lot of Disney fun. 6 hours. Craziness. Singing. Swooning. Funny reactions. Happy times. I love Disney, and I love my Alpha Psi Omega family.

Courage, Kindness, & Magic

I would be more than okay never hearing that phrase again to be honest. It was quite overused. HOWEVER. I am absolutely enchanted by the new version of Cinderella. It's incredibly magical. And visually, absolutely stunning. The costumes and sets are to die for. And lemme tell you. Rob Stark makes a very handsome prince. Swoon.

Look Who's Turning 1!

So. My niece turned one.

DISNEY PARTY!

And we are so so so so so blessed to have this little princess in our lives.

It's one thing when you have a party.

It's another when NOT ONLY does everyone compliment the party you worked so hard on

but the guest of honor enjoys herself, too :)

Build A Snow Man

Holy nonsense I'm not even kidding just go see this movie

• Brilliant characters
• Great score
• The acting talent is enough to swoon
• The animation is nothing short of magical
• The story just needed to be told
• The message is so strong

It had like one or two more songs than necessary but really its just so good. And the short before it is precious. I was crying like the first five minutes. And IDINA MENZEL IS A QUEEN BOTH IN THIS MOVIE AND IN REAL LIFE ALL HAIL IDINA!

Whipped

Spent the day with my loving brother today. Catching up with Evan was pretty cool. It was the first time I'd ever been in his house! I met the runny babbit <3 And got to hang out with James (his brother) and Mark (their childhood friend) for the afternoon. I find it entertaining how many of my friends I've shown the Morogiello brothers off to, and how many of my friends find them attractive haha. James is even more charming in person XD We gushed over Evan's girlfriend (he is so smitten, it is the most precious thing). We watched Lilo & Stitch and I cried (shuddup, I'm not even sorry, I warned him). I kept my Mario Kart champion title against Evan and Mark. The boys played Sonic & Skyrim and we chatted about all the pleasant things. And some things not so pleasant, which is proof of a great time heh. I even got to see his parents, which always warms my heart. Basically, I saw my brother. And that right there is a good day. ALSO, James is going to be taking IB Theatre 2 this year.

Pray. For. Him.

What I think of when I hear the word "whipped"

Disney Duets

Day four of mother nature's gift to you:

"There's only one thing we say to death. Not today"

That quote is probably wrong and how nice would it be if we could somehow cheat death altogether. But it serves to remind me that I am alive today.

You are alive today, that has to count for something. What other reason do you need to smile?

R.I.P Cory Monteith 

Reason 351: Karla got a Disney Princess CD today for Cristina, so while I got ready, I heard all the great Classic Disney Duets. Now, Tiana and Flynn are my favorites BUT when it comes to voices, my favorites are Aurora and Ferdinand (Snow White's prince). These songs must be what true love feels like, I'm sure of it.

Saving Mr. Banks

Reason 348: Tom Hanks is probably my favorite actor. Walt Disney is one of my heroes. When I saw this trailer, I almost cried.

Baby's First Disney Movie

Reason 339: THE MONTH OF GROUNDING IS OVER. And we watched her very first movie. I thought Cristina should start with a princess movie. I offered Cinderella, but that was not on Netflix. Karla offered Sleeping Beauty, which was also not on Netflix. We eventually decided on Pocahontas. I'm pleased with this decision. It's kinda fun to think about who her favorite princess will be. And who her favorite prince will be!

Watching Karla dance with Cristina to this song made my heart soar (somewhat inside joke).

Go Back to High School

Reason 333: I saw an old teacher of mine at work today! She was my Spanish teacher freshman year. She actually seemed very displeased to see me. Hmm. Dunno. It made me realize that maybe she didn't want to see me there, but I was content being there. There meaning where I am with my life overall. An hour or so later, I saw an old classmate of mine! She graduated two years before me, but we took Pre-Calc together my sophomore year.  She was always loud and fun and a huge fashionista. Running into her today was crazy! She's still super sweet and has a really bright smile. She's actually taking a bunch of online courses with both MC and UMBC, which is pretty sweet. And I met her son of four months. He's such a beautiful little boy. I'm glad that she's happy with where her life is, too.

This is perfect. This will never not be perfect.

Disney Magic, Meet Pixar Genius

Reason 330: MONSTERS UNIVERSITY! AHH It's so good I can't. I giggled often. It touched my heart. Art is BEST character, seriously, we need to be biffles. And HELEN MIRREN OH MY WHAT.I kept wondering if this is what state schools are like haha. ALSO, the short. "The Blue Umbrella". Too cute! Actually very reminiscent of "Paperman" (in terms of plot). I cried ^_^

But umm can we PLEASE talk about this trailer?

I support Charlie & Bryarly

It's Been One Week!

Reason 313: Since you looked at me! Cristina was born! Ah! Seriously, this little girl is dominating my life and I love it. LOOK SHE'S SO PRECIOUS

Photography by Lisa Tompkins (Eric's sister)

Also, I feel kind of bad because she's born grounded (Karla wasn't kidding). NO Disney for the first month! And here I am watching The Hunchback of Notre Dame. I'M SORRY IT'S MY FAVORITE DISNEY MOVIE OKAY? Don't hate, it's flawless.

Insert THE ENTIRE MOVIE SCRIPT Here

Reason 248: This was made for us. Come back to me now so we can watch this together.

 

Also, the cuteness that is THIS. Why did I almost cry?

And now, I'm sorry, I'm going to lose contact with the world because Dan Howell is live streaming. Bye.

EDIT: LOLnvm. We broke it.

M-O-U-S-E

Reason 236 Disney Day Three

HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY STORM!

• Wake up. Wash hair. YAY, best feeling.
• Pack. All souvenirs are go!
• Wear the button, Storm. Wear the button! (I got to pin it on, teehee)
• Magic Kingdom! For the last time. Starting with the Trolley Song? Oh yeah, I'm in heaven already.
• NOMS! Delicious egg & ham croissant. Yesssss
• Haunted Mansion. No success with Storm's theory. But we found an older gentleman with the same birthday!
• Pirates again. Relaxing boatride almost lulled me to sleep haha
• Little boy uses spyglass to look for treasure. Points to it. Dad runs to get it. Finds nothing. Boy giggles. Repeat five times. Swoon every time.
• Philharmagic. The smell of that pie. Every. Time.
• No Mickey & Minnie houses? I never saw them :O I'll have to search for pics.
• Walk through the circus.
• Laugh Floor one last time. And Storm is picked as a character! Randall! But he had to be invisible. That kid hit the ground so fast. Well done, he still has his acting chops. May not have been "That Guy", but I think that's pretty amazing. People laughed. I was amused. Life is good.
• Travel home. With WONDEFUL MEMORIES of a beautiful trip. But first? Brazil vs Italy on the plane, mwuahaaha.
• I miss warm weather already.

I don't think they understand how grateful I am for this trip. I'm exhausted physically. And my wallet is crying. And it's all okay. Because I have just had the best Spring Break ever, thanks to the Kowaleski family. Love. All my love. All of it. May it be repaid ten-fold. And may you get some sleep. Yes. That is the best wish I can bestow upon thee. I wish for your sleep. Sleep well. Sweet dreams. Thank you again and again and again.