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My Best Moments at Disney {Disney.com’s Best Moment Ever Sweepstakes}

April 22, 2014 by Lisa Leave a Comment

Back in 2011, we visited Disney World for the very first time. It was such an amazing experience for us and had many wonderful moments, it’s tough to pick just one. In 43 days (but who’s counting) we’ll be back at Disney World for the 2nd time and we’ll create more memories and magical moments. 
But I didn’t have to visit a Disney Park to experience my Best Moment Ever. My best moment took place almost a year ago when I completed my Master’s Degree in Creative Writing.
As I sat and listened to the opening remarks of my college graduation, I had to fight back tears as the Dean talked about overcoming all the obstacles and hardships in order to get to this moment. 

I sat front row at my graduation ceremony and saw the camaraderie of the other – much younger – students as they marched on stage and others cheered as their names were called, I felt envious. I was surrounded by mostly undergraduate students, students in their early twenties, students with no children, no real responsibilities other than just being a student. Young men and women who had their whole lives ahead of them. Young college graduates who were free to pursue their careers – to find themselves.


Twenty years ago I graduated from high school clueless about who I was or what I wanted. With every failure, obstacle and hardship I learned a little more about myself. I discovered what I wanted to do. 

You can read the full post HERE. 

What is YOUR Best Moment Ever?
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Every Disney Princess has had their best moment ever. Merida changed her fate. Tiana opened her dream restaurant. Rapunzel finally saw the lights. Share YOUR best moment ever and enter for a chance to win a Disney Parks vacation and participate in the Disney Royal Family 5K in The Best Moment Ever sweepstakes, running through May 14, 2014. 

To enter, submit a photo that portrays a moment of achievement in any activity whether it be recreational, educational or a significant moment in time. With your photo, submit a caption that best describes your moment (less than 140 characters). Check out examples in the Best Moment Ever Photo Gallery and for more detailed instructions, visit Disney.com/BestMomentEver and read the official rules.

Prizes include:
1 GRAND PRIZE WINNER will receive a 4 days/3 nights Disney Parks Vacation for 4 to The Walt Disney World®Resort:
Roundtrip coach Airfare (If winner resides more than 250 miles from Orlando International Airport)
2 Nights at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel
1 Night at the Cinderella Castle Suite in the Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World Resort
4 Day Magic Your Way Tickets with Park Hopper® Option4 Tickets to the Run Disney “Royal Family 5K” as part of the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World® Resort on February 20, 2015
1 FIRST PRIZE WINNER will receive a $1,000 Disney Store shop card

3 SECOND PRIZE WINNERS will receive a $100 Disney Store shop card
Visit Disney.com/BestMomentEver to enter now.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. I have not been compensated in any way. I’m just excited to share such an amazing opportunity. Good luck!! 

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