As usual, today's trip was full of mishaps and mayhem, but was also filled with plenty of comical moments along the way. We got on the road in Mississipi early this morning and within a couple of hours had crossed over in to Alabama. I could immediately tell we were in the deep south thanks to the trio of flags I spotted flying in the front yard of one home in particular; The United States flag, the flag of Alabama, and the flag of the Confederacy, in that order respectively.
We were able to make a stop in Mobile for a quick lunch with my dad's brother, Danny, and his wife, Becky. I am so so so glad that I got to see them both! We all missed them at Christmas and it was great to be able to catch up with everyone. Don't tell Scottie, but you're my favorite Uncle Danny. ;)
After we got back on the road, Jaymie was sitting in the front seat as I was driving, and all of a sudden got somewhat philisophical. "I feel kind of bad just leaving you in Florida Sydney. It's like when you drop off a puppy out in some field with nothing but a few days worth of water and food. You're a little lost puppy." -- Thanks Jaymie, I wasn't nervous at all until you brought up that point. But she did overlook one little detail...I at least have my daddy's credit card. Not such a lost little puppy now, am I?
Once we made it through Alabama, Florida was soon to follow. This was the most frustrating part of the trip. Now I know how people who don't live in Texas feel as they're driving through. It felt like no matter how long or fast we drove, Orlando was nowhere in site! But finally, we pulled into the Holiday Inn Vacation Club at Orange Lake and here we are! Just in time to catch the last minute and a half of the superbowl too! Not that I had any idea what was going on, but hey, everyone else was talking about it, so why not join the crowd?
So here we are, in Orlando. I have to check in with the Disney company at Nine in the morning and then I'll find out where I'm living, who my roommates are, and most importantly, where I'll be spending the next seven months working. I can't believe I applied for the program at the end of September and here we are in February and it's actually here!
I don't think it will come easily, but I'm going to try and get some sleep. I'll keep you all posted on what goes on tomorrow! And now I'll leave you with a few pictures from the road:
Lunch with Uncle Danny & Aunt Becky. I love you guys!
I couldn't resist. They look so peaceful. Hahaha.
Our first view of the ocean in Pensicola, after being surrounded by trees for days.
These 3 are of our amazing suite/apartment/hotel in Orlando. Nice job Dad!
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