I am sorry...

[Pixie Duster]

On the eve of Charley I was mad. I was frustrated. My mother was breathing down my neck, telling me how wrong it was for Disney to open when there was a hurricane coming. I fell into agreeance with her.
My department is essential to the future of the company, however, it is not a day-to-day essential in order to keep the park running. To think that I would have to survey a guest the day that a huge hurricane was scheduled to make landfall upset me.
So I made a few posts that showed my temper. I was worried. Would I get home in time? Would I be stuck on I-4 as the furious winds of Charley swiped at my car? Truth be told, were it not for my parents I would have done what is truly in my heart, I would have stayed and offered to work through and after Charley. I would have been safe there and then I could do what I love to do: help out guests.
I am thankful that I ended up not having to work, so that I could help make sure my family would be safe. I am very thankful that my family and I are safe and life is crawling back to normal. But I am sorry for the way I acted. For the posts that I made that were not who I am. Thank you to those who read the few posts I made and did not judge me or lose sight of the actions of my past that have shown my true colors. I bleed red.... and.... black.... and yellow. And I am a helpful cast member through and through. I am sorry I let Charley cover that up for a brief moment.

 

[Tenny317]

Awww....sweetie! Hurricanes are so scary and nobody can blame you for being scared and on edge! It's perfectly normal to be scared and upset! Don't worry nobody blames you!

 

[GoofyFan1]

Just part of life. In a family you take the good moods with the bad moods. If you look through the threads, you might see that you had plenty of company. But it all comes out in the wash.

The family will forgive you. Friday/Saturday were two very stress filled days let it go. In my opinion, you know you had a bad day and you know that isn't typical for you so don't kick yourself anymore.

 

[brisem]

It's forgotten by now. Things like this brings out the emotional worse in people. For those of us who read your previous post, it was the stress of the moment and forgotten. The main thing is you and your family is safe.

 

[Ergens2]

Pixie, I know what a wonderful person you are! You were there with me when I was ranting about the news that my second Disney Store closed. You are the true spirit of Uncle Walt! May his spirit live on through your actions!
I am happy to hear you and your family are safe and sound. I know how scary it is. We were hit head on last year during Isabell. That was very, very scary. We didn't have power for 2 1/2 weeks. And all of this the month before my wedding! :hammer: I was a wreak. But here we are almost a year later and still here. Seeing pics of FL this past weekend really brought it all back. My thoughts and prayers are with all of our Disney family.

Shelley :wave:

 

[Erika]

Living up here I can't even imagine what it's like to deal with hurricanes. I'm just glad that everyone on Magic seems to have come through it ok.

 

[tigsmom]

No need to apologize at all.... :wave:

 

[SpongeScott]

Takes a real man--er, person to apologize like you just did. I didn't think you needed to do it, but that was real classy.

 

[Nicole]

We are just glad you are okay and that your family is okay. Your parents were probably just doing their job - worring about their child. I know I appreciate the quality of care I receive from CMs but would not ever want them to put my vacation needs above their own safety.

 

[WDWFREAK53]

Pixie...how DARE you. I can't believe you sometimes...I really can't!















(HOW DARE YOU APOLOGIZE TO US!!! NOT NECESSARY!!!)

You know we all luv ya here!!! :wave:

The important thing is that you and your family are safe!

 

[barnum42]

Nothing to apologise for. You are a top quality lass as well as a credit to Disney World and spirit of Walt Disney. We are happy that you, your family and the rest of the gang have come through Charley in one piece.

Have a Big British hug on me.

:wave:

 

[Computer Magic]

I have been reading these posts for about 2 years and rarely reply. However after seeing this post, I felt a need to respond.

Pixie Duster, you have always shown the utmost respect on this site. Everyone knows the type of person you are so when the slightest change occurs in your post, we understand there is something more behind it. Hurricane Charley affected everyone on this site whether we live in Florida or not. Everyone was scared, concerned and worried for friends and family. As everyone else has stated, there was no need to apologize. Then again that just shows the type of person you, looking out for the well being of others.

Disney is lucky to have you as a CM and this site is lucky to have you as a member. It’s people like you that brings me back to Disney enjoy the magic as well as this site.

 

[The Mom]

Pixie, I have to agree with everyone else. You have nothing to apologize for; when I started reading your post, I had no idea what you were talking about, as you have never posted anything that I felt was inappropriate.

You may not always agree with everyone (none of us do :animwink: ) but you have always phrased any disagreement or annoyance in the most ladylike way possible. And IMHO, you showed extreme grace under pressure.

 

[WDWFREAK53]

And IMHO, you showed extreme grace under pressure.

Yep...you're WDWMagic's "Lady Speed Stick"

(You never sweat under pressure...and you always handle things very ladylike)

 

[Pixie Duster]

Oh my goodness. I never expected this type of reception. I started the thread more as a relief for myself. I felt so bad for acting as I did. But I cannot thank you all enough for the support you've just given me. You've reassured me that I am still the person I always want to be: helpful, understanding, positive, and kind. It is an incredible feeling to know that I have you all there to remind me of who I am, and I am very thankful for each of you.

Thanks so very much.
Love always, Lady Speed Stick

 

[Pixie Duster]

I have been reading these posts for about 2 years and rarely reply. However after seeing this post, I felt a need to respond.

Pixie Duster, you have always shown the utmost respect on this site. Everyone knows the type of person you are so when the slightest change occurs in your post, we understand there is something more behind it. Hurricane Charley affected everyone on this site whether we live in Florida or not. Everyone was scared, concerned and worried for friends and family. As everyone else has stated, there was no need to apologize. Then again that just shows the type of person you, looking out for the well being of others.

Disney is lucky to have you as a CM and this site is lucky to have you as a member. It’s people like you that brings me back to Disney enjoy the magic as well as this site.

I am seriously going to remember these words for a very long time. They brought me to tears. Thank you with all of my heart for this. I am truly in awe right now and so thankful for your kindness.
Rep point will be served tomorrow, I have aparently dished out a bit too much today