Our Very Own Disney Musical :)

Afternoon Bloggers.

I rarely apologise for anything on my blog, or for much in general! I am what I am, I write what I write. The aim of the previous two blogs was, like the others, entertain, and inform, however many don't seem to have appreciated them, for this I apologise. I may have gone on about a certain someone a tad too much, but hey, I write what comes to me, and she is stuck on my mind.

For the first time in too long I am churning out a second, fantastic blog in around a week, and this one is certainly back to what you guys love; funny, loving and above all involves a hell of a lot of people!! Boredom has both it's upsides and downsides, the major downside being I have been flipping bored for the last few hours, the upside, I decided to channel it into creating something beautiful, touching and hilarious :) let's see if you enjoy it as much as I have....

So welcome, one and all. Get yourself comfy, grab a cuppa, or maybe, just maybe this time, grab yourself a) some popcorn, b) a comfier chair , and c) a box of tissues be it happy or sad, and allow me, your ever loyal blogger, to take you on a journey through my mind.... No not the mind of a child... But instead through the past few years, and the Disney Musical I have been living.

The last 3 years of my life have been by far the best, I have lived the uni lifestyle, making the most out of the opportunities thrown my way; I have taken part in Rag Week, Performed in Fame the Musical and hopefully played a big role in the Society, helped Becky Warburton get re-elected into her Sabbatical position, done well in my exams, drank Newcastle out of Skittles and VK's, and now I am thoroughly enjoying every moment of my time in Cádiz, living a Spanish life, beach, booze, fun, frolics and fiestas!

I have met so many amazing people it would have been difficult to include you all but iv given it my very best shot, sorry if I have left you out,I don't think any less of you... Well..... ;)

First things first with my animated Disney extravaganza, bringing the characters together from all those sensational movies out there, and giving them roles as my friends....

After which will come the musicals all important soundtrack, playing to all the key incidents throughout my last 3 years!

Myself - I do feel, not just this year, but through the last 3 years at uni, I have grown up substantially. I am still a kid on the inside, but I mostly know where to draw the line. This year especially has been a big step up for me, and I only think il further myself in the future. To represent me, I have chosen because of these facts, the fun, childish, but king-to-be Simba from the Lion King.

Claire Bilton - the Narla to my Simba, Claire is beautiful, adventurous, kind and considerate just like Narla, but also has the same boisterous, bossy, mean streak Narla's character has too. Bringing out the best in me just as Narla does to Simba, she is the luckiest lioness in the world :D

Ashley Milns - My friends, we have covered this ground before. The Ash we all know, with the farty arse, the thirst for being the best, the lack of common sense, and particular body odour.... Is the one we know as Pumba also from the Lion King.

Geoffrey - Geoff is our young buck. The French weird food connoisseur, with the sober smooth nature, and drunken arrogance of his proud nation. With a quick tongue, smart mind, but sometimes naive nature, he is the perfect fit for the character of Lumiere from The Beauty and the Beast.

Kelpie Westerman - Also covered ground, Kellie's nature is one of seeing the most, and the best of the world around her. Sometimes a little too naive, Kellie normally has the right balance between her thirst for adventure, and her need for companionship. Belle represents both her intelligence and kind nature.

Michael McPherson - Unfortunately for Mike, this means only one thing.... He's stuck with the Beast. This however, is not due to looks, (although his new attempt at a beard is seemingly sending him in that direction), but in fact because at the start, he was unknown to us, a new, maybe intimidating prospect. Now, now he is just himself, a good guy (maybe needing to see a few wrongs righted.... Like the washing up!!!!) and has fallen for the girl he was snacked up with.

Sam Maloney - When he was in Cai Sam was the one who, mistakenly, often thought he was right. A hilarious guy that could be on either end of a joke. Our little meercat with the raptor hands could only be portrayed as the loveable, dim, very funny Timone from the Lion King.

Sarah Bailey - This sophisticated blonde is perhaps more of a thrill seeker than her appearance and accent would tell you. Enjoying a night out with the lads perhaps not what she was 'brought up to' like, but hey, she likes an adventure as much as the next person. Throughout her little adventures, she rightly looks to keep her feet on the ground and keeps perspective of things around her.... Perfect for Alice from Alice in Wonderland.

Katie Bilton - Up until she had been here a few months Katie was a taken woman. A boyfriend back in Blighty she was reserved and motherly. Sadly that went pear shaped, and she was 'released from her box', her hair let down, the Katie we now know and love was set free. Intelligent, Fun, strong willed but up for a laugh any time, always longing for company but maintaining her independence throughout, Katie is the embodiment of Jessie from the 2nd and 3rd Toy Story films.

Natasha Pitt - Last time I did this for Tash, she may not have been best pleased by the outcome. This time round I hope for more. Although always among friends, always having a laugh, Tash has a motherly nature and will always keep you in touch. Because of this I thought Mrs. Potato Head from the Toy Story films was much more fitting this time round than Balloo the bear.

Kate Newman - Although seemingly rather intelligent, Kate keeps this on the down-low, her bubbly, forgetful, hilarious nature covering any smidgen of intelligence. Her funny, loving, but often dim nature makes it impossible to not give the role to Dory from Finding Nemo.

Bee Heal - Little Miss Priss. Bee was brought up seemingly by the Queen ;) a silver spoon may be sometimes seen protruding from her mouth, but only when she is aboard the yacht of course! Loveable, kind, caring and considerate, Bee can have as much of a good time as anybody else, but maintains her air throughout. So sorry for the sex change Bee but it was too difficult to not give you Cogsworth from Beauty and the Beast.

Max Sturridge - Max was our very own free spirit. Did what he liked, or who he liked;)and made the very most out of his semester here in Cádiz. Only brought down to Earth by the affection of a woman, Max is a perfect representation of the Tarzan character in the film by the same name.

Maisie Kennady - Maisie is our cockney rebel. Under the watchful eye and brilliant care of Cogsworth she is a friend to all.... Especially the carrefour alcohol aisle! She too is a free spirit, but has the rebellious streak against social norms and inequalities max did not. For this reason I have chosen to cast Nemo in the role (sorry for the sex change too Maisie!!)

Alex Coyne - The White guy with the Blackman's swag. Boastful and boozey, Coyney is hilariously entertaining. Sometimes straying a little too big for his boots, he can be easily mis-understood and cause offence. On the inside, and the majority of the time the outside too, Coyney is top guy, a great PAL and key to any great night out. For the fact he likes to be on top, sometimes show off, but in the end is a top guy, Alex is my Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story.

Joe Walby and Reuben Litman - the two are together here as they are in Cádiz life. Rarely are the two seen apart. They are brilliant guys, up for a laugh and a great night whenever you want, and never ones to turn down shots on offer. Reubs and Joe are the Scooby and Scrappy Doo of our Disney extravaganza, for me this only means one double act.... Crush and Squirt from Finding Nemo. Just like the turtles, these two are laid back and chilled to the maaaaaaxxxxx, and perfectly portray the characteristics of the two coolest Turtles in the ocean.

Dave Smith - Our loveable, hilarious, cockney tool has quickly established himself as a major part of Cai life. Always one of the first people up for a night out, and always one of the last ones to get in at the end. He has a wicked sense of humour, but mixed perfectly with his wonderfully kind personality.... Weird for a Londoner ey?! Our Dave is the perfect candidate for the Toy Story unsung hero, Mr. Potato Head.

Clodagh Ryan - Normally my very rational fear of wronging the Irish in fear of leprechauns murdering me in my sleep, means that Clo escapes my witty Tongue.... Crash.... end of that madness! Clo is, well, special :) her intelligence may often cloud her social rational and a thirst for things to be just right, the same.... So maybe she is a tad anal. I did think of making her Zazu from the Lion King, but then I remembered, her heart is very much in the right place, and she has seen a lot of the world, and experienced a lot, so instead I chose Jane from Tarzan, the intelligent, worldly heroine who has her feet firmly on the ground.

Laura Payne - The little lass from the midlands, previously described as pretty and witty, much like her character, Tinkerbell from Peter Pan. Pretty but Vein, witty but sometimes quite wrong, the most important thing? Her heart is firmly in the right place!

Lucy Robinson - Our exotic beauty with a lazy ass but desire to do good when she gets the bug. Wise and wonderful, opinionated and moody, she has two sides to her, depending on how tired she is!! So I did ponder Mulan for her character, but recent developments have led me to see her as more of a Jasmine from Aladdin, but will she hop on the magic carpet and go along for the ride?

Matty Stevens - How easy would it be just to say that Mad Hatter Matty was indeed the Mad Hatter...? Too easy! Mat is our mad man, high on life and low on inhibitions. With a wise nature, and a friendly tone, his voice is unmistakeable and everyone knows who he is..... Who is he? Rafiki of course from The Lion King!!

Sophie Attari - Mathew's Missus was plunged from her world into ours and quickly became a loved part of the Cádiz crew. Although not a red head, her desire to be part of our world and be with her man makes it a simple casting... Ariel from The Little Mermaid.

James Southam - The loveable, quiet character is James, our Manchester Utd scummy fan who may me mis understood as too reserved. A true laugh when he is out and about, as long as the scum aren't the topic of choice. The Genie from Aladdin perfectly tells you of James, quiet and quite reserved, but rub his lamp and baaaaammmmm, he's a hoot and a half!

Tom Bates - the londoner with the diet of beer! A colourful personality to say the least, easily angered, but often freaking hilarious. Likes things his way, but as an Arsenal fan rarely gets them! Often sending him into a sulk just like his character Donald Duck.

Erin Hunter - Tom's crazy Yank girlfriend, bubbly, funny, gleeky and mad! Get a drink down her and she is unstoppable! She is caring and cultured whilst maintaining her wild side. Perfectly matching Tom's Donald as the alluring Daisy Duck.

Alcon Moroney - DJ Alcon in the hizzeyyyy, in the day he is a regular everyday teacher, but cometh the hour cometh the man, when the sun goes down out comes super Alcon, the drunken DJ from the land of the Leprechauns! Although intelligent and witty, he often let's that sit on the back burner and his chilled nature comes to the forefront, much like good ol Goofy.

James Walsh - What does James love to do? Well apart from minging women, he loves nothing more than lazing in bed and eating the day away! A superb friend to all, the big guy has a heart of gold.... Of golden honey! Winnie the Pooh perfectly captures the character of one of my Best friends in the world.

Pieter Lishman - The guy who lovessssss to be the centre of attention! He's got swagger and he knows it. People love him even if he can be a big headed git! And I am thoroughly looking forward to living with our very own Mickey Mouse next year! (You were so close to being given Gaston from Beauty and the Beast Lishman!!)

Tom Melody - The lazy Sheffield sod! If you are lucky enough to roll him off of his arse and out of bed you are usually in for a good time! He makes the time he can be arsed to do anything count! Somehow the lucky bugger, be he lazy or not, always seems to come out on the right end of things, just like Eeyore, the pessimistic lazy ass!

Sean Potter - likes to have the rule of the roost, and loves nothing more than being right! If he had it his own way he would be right always, and always in charge, however, when it comes to the big things, he often has to swallow his words and take a back seat.... This however does not mean he's a plonker... Far from, my housemate next year is a top guy. Who can have a good time when needed, and works his ass off the rest of the time. Our very own Woody from Toy Story.

Chris Richards - My brother from another mother, one of the best friends a guy could ask for, but he sure needs some looking after when he's rat-arsed!! Perhaps a kid at heart, the boyo works hard during the day and then makes up for it in booze when the chance comes up! He is the Mowgli of our group at home, being looked after of course by our very own Balloo, one James Mellor! The big git is a softy on the inside without a doubt! One of the terrible foursome who maintain the Donny atmosphere when the rest of our group are away at uni. Helping him along with Chris is Joe Marriott, the Bagheera of the three, more reserved and studious, whilst, when given the opportunity, ready to drink the night away!

Simon Rogers - annoying, childish, loud, arrogant, always wrong.... But amazing beyond belief. A boyo down to the core. A great friend and vital to any nights out we go on in Donny! He may never grow up much like his character Peter Pan, but we don't need him too, because it's hilarious going along for the ride!

Mathew Evans - a joy to be with, a brilliant guy with his very own twist on reality! Style passed him by in the 90s LOL but we love him nonetheless! His loud mouth though we often do not appreciate!! When drunk his mouthy nature gets him in as much trouble ad it does his character.... Iago from Aladdin!

Luke Mcmahon - the full of energy, but full of small man syndrome dude. Always longing for something to do, be it footy, or boozing, he is always a laugh and, having known him since nursery, a true friend to all. He is very much our Tigger from Winnie the Pooh!

Matthew 'Dobbi' Hopson - the biggest git I know in Donny! Not one you would ever mess with on a night out, towering at heights of around 6 foot 5 Dobbi is an imposing sod! However, those of you who know him, and know him well, know this to be false, he may be tall and scary looking, but our own Sulley from Monsters Inc is a big softy, who wouldn't hurt a fly.... Unless you pee him off!

Charlotte Caley - Now my second best female friend in the world (sorry dude gotta praise my lady hahaha!!), Charlotte is an insistent fool, constantly searching for the best in people, be they ding-bats or not! She has a longing to see the most of the people around her, and rightly make the most of the opportunities she is given. Seemingly drawn to damaged goods, Charlotte is caring, loving and hilariously lacking of common sense! She is the story's Esmerelda from the Hunchback of Nottre Damme.

The soundtrack and key events

- Opening Credits - Go The Distance (Hercules)

- The three years kick off with me going off to university, or Breaking Free (High School Musical) of home and starting a new life of independence.

- First and Second year flew by, and living with the likes of James, Sean, Lishman, Tom etc was a blast, we had all we needed in life.... The Bear Necessities (Jungle Book)!!

- Holidays were always thoroughly looked forward to, be it summer, Easter or Christmas back in Doncaster with the family, the lads and other great friends such as Oliver, Charlotte, Greg etc... They were some of the best times, and I will never forget the times that were so, how can you put it?.... Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious (Mary Poppins).

- Coming to Cádiz was a massive step in my life, and my growing up. It was one I wasn't 100% sure of and one I was quite worried about. To think I was leaving England and stepping into A Whole New World (Aladdin)

- Meeting all my new friends here, all the Erasmus, locals, teachers and students was a daunting thing. You had to make a good impression, these were your friends for the next year, in a foreign country!!! Luckily they too were Strangers Like Me (Tarzan).

- The birth of Kike was a big event in our year. It saw the loss of two bodies, and the formation of one entity! It was definitely the Start of Something New (High School Musical).

- Heading to Granada was the major expedition we went on as a group first semester, meeting new friends, re-aquatinting with old ones, we had an absolute blast with everyone, all friends together, enjoying life..... You've got a friend in me (Toy Story)

- Christmas 2010 in England was possibly the best and most meaningful ever. Haing been away from the family for many months it meant all that more to be back with them and back among all my friends in Newcastle and Doncaster having a scream of a time! You know what means no worries?.... Hakuna Matata (Lion King)

- Sadly in January we had to say goodbye to some very good friends, each one amazing and special to us in their own way, each one dearly missed. A Friend Like Me (Aladdin)

- But the roundabout of life took another turn, and we welcomed a new batch of students, and with them, a huge new batch of friends, great friends, but hey that truly is the Circle of Life (Lion King)

- Then along came Claire, Katies sister, beautiful and fantastic, and all I wanted was to listen to Sebastian and Kiss The Girl (Little Mermaid)

- A short but amazing trip to Essex came along then to see the now my girlfriend Claire. A brilliant trip back to England, that was everything and more than I could have hoped for.... Right Here, Right Now (High School Musical 3)

- For not just me, but everyone like Clodagh, Matty, Lucy, James Southam, Maisie and many more, not just girlfriend and boyfriends but best friends and family, we miss people so much at times and just, truly want to be Part of Your World (Little Mermaid)

- Now sadly our time in Cai is drawing to an end, it has been amazing but now only 6 weeks remain, much less for other people. We have had the time of our lives and Cádiz I speak for everyone when I say... You Will Always Be In My Heart (Tarzan)

- Closing Credits - Can You Feel The Love Tonight (Lion King)

This was just a lot of fun to write, I do apologise if I have missed anyone out, as you can see ii covered a lotttttttttt and now my hands hurt from typing on the saint Ashley Milns' ipad2!!!

Other than the fun I had with this, the idea was to show you that n matter where you are in the world, whoever you are with, don't forget those you care about back home, or when you're at home, this who matter elsewhere. Friends are for life, they mean the world too you, even if you may not show it. My life is a laugh, I have a great life, a great girl, and some of the best friends anyone could ask for (If I had Alan Shearer, Robert De Niro, Martin Scorcese and Vanessa Hudgens too it would be the best not some of the best.... Sorry!!!) and I am very lucky for this. So why not tell that special someone, or even those special people how much you appreciate them, you've only got so long!

Happy Blogging :)

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Cleaning The Plate...

Afternoon Bloggers,

Another brilliant two weeks on along the Cádiz journey guys :) Last time we left each other on a rather soppy, rather brilliant point. And since then ALMOST everything has gone swimmingly....

Themes often run throughout the blogs, films, music, books, tales of romance, tales of torture, comedy and endless gaffs. However, very few hae featured one of the things i love the most in this world, the thing that i hold so close to my heart, and one of the things that on a down day, on days where id wish to be anywhere but here, makes me feel better.... FOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!

It has been a great two weeks in all senses of the word, great weather, great times, and great, great food! It has been a culinary whirlwind, In just under two weeks i have managed to devour (in every sense of the fatty word), around 8 different cuisines, some better than others, but all, sending my taste buds on a different ride:

As every other week eating Spanish, American, Italian and Mexican came as normal; Ribs and Steaks being our meat fuel whilst playing Max Payne and Splinter Cell with Matty, beautiful Tapas with Spud, Katie and Matty, watching the Barca first leg with a lovely Mexican with Ash, Mike and Kellie and of course the same old crappy oven pizzas to fill the gaps!!

But nothing could compare to the food i woud have on a little trip back to England, a fantastic trip, with fantastic grub. But It wasn't just all about the food, it was a trip back to see the missus, see her family, see mine and enjoy my time back in England, for the last time before the Summer.

Arriving at Stanstead Airport late Friday night, the Pilot telling us there was a 'Warm Summery Breeze', was awful, tired and cold, i was sooo happy to see the smiling faces of Claire and her Parents, and get into the warmth of their house, a short car ride after being re-united with the Bilton Clan!

After a luuuush tea of Jacket potato, beans and cheese, a film and bed was enough for a very tired me after a long day! An earlyish night perfect before another long day on Saturday...

Saturday would see myself and the missus train it to London, (getting off at Westfields, although the totally wrong Westfields!!!) to have a lovely day in the Capital and introduce Claire to my Uncle and Daniel. After a wondeful afternoon in the Camden Town sun, browsing the stalls and sampling more cuisine from around the world; Turkish Kebab for myself and a lush Chicken Fajita for Claire who instead of eating it, thouht spilling it down her white top was a better option! We spent the early afternoon strolling around the shops, brushng past THE Pixie Lott, (looking not all that sensational if i may say so!!!), and then braving the hustle and bustle of the weekend tube.

After having arriving back at my Uncle's apartment for a short rest and chat, we headed to the correct Westfields in Shepherd's Bush. The look in Claire's eyes when we walked in through the 'Village' entrance making my wallet shiver in fear as he stare was drawn towards the well dressed windows of Gucci, Mulberry, Burberry, Prada, Tiffany's and Dolce and Gabbana among others. But a brief browse among the shelves of Topshop, New Look, Boots and H'n'M was all there was time for before we headed back to Holland Park to get changed into our posh stuff as we were heading to the celebrity hot spot Nobu for Japenese.

A feast for the eyes, the missus looking top dollar in her dress and wedges, and a true feast for the stomach. Dishes that not only had i never tried, but that had never come across either my mind or my eyes, culinary masterpieces that tittilated the taste buds. Lobster Salad, Tempura Vegestables, Soft Shell Crab Sushi Rolls, Raw Tuna and Salmon, Seafood Paella, and of course the Legendary Black Cod!!!!! Delicious, Delectable, Dreamy, all are too little to describe the amazing meal we had. But the show was only just starting, the mains, the beautifully presented drinks, both just appearing as a cameo to, what could only be desrcibed as, the 'World Cup Final' of the meal.... Although i love lots of foods, savory or sweet, foreign or domestic, hot or cold, there is little that can fill me, make me feel as good, and as happy as a great desert. And when Daniel's 'Chocolate Tart' came, we didn't expect the spectacle that was about to occur... what appeared to just be a Chocolate ball on a bed of oatmeal, turned, much like the Ugly Duckling, into an art, a masterpiece, the Eiffel Tower of Deserts, witht he addition of Hot Chocolate sauce on top of the ball, we watched in amazement as the ball began to melt away, a shell melting away uncovering a hidden secret, a small ball of cake/ice cream to steal the show.

A great but long day in the Capital was to be just one of the highlights of a brilliant weekend in Blighty. Sunday brought more culinary escapades, having the opportunity to taste the infamous Bilton Sunday Roast; Hung Shou Shi being the main event of the dinner, 5 yorkshire puddings and 3 plates later and i was ready for a relax after a busy of meeting the family and family friends, a late morning drink in the garden with Nana, Auntie Jo and Uncle Tony, David and of course Mike, Linda, and the missus, and then heading off to the pub, for the baptism of fire, dropped amongst family friends, all lovely, but all intimidating, kids galore, and although at first seemingly a daunting experience, a great afternoon amongst great people :)

Monday came too soon, having to leave Essex was horrible after such a fantastic weekend, and fate told me i should have stayed! A nightmare of a day, firstly having to have my bag fully searched, all clothes out all checked, after the fine art of packing it that morning had taken around half an hour, so a 30 minute delay there before i could head to my gate, which on arrivaal provided me wih a lovely gift..... a reciept for checking in my bag as it had to be weighed for the first time ever and was over the limit :( Then discovering that i could have stayed longer as the short, flabby, wrinkly old Dragon Lady had put our presentation back from the 11th to the 30th, just adding to my nightmare, but they do say bad luck comes in three's ey?!

SO a great two weeks it had almost been, monday ruining a seemingly endless run of good luck and good times. Fear not though, wether it be good luck or bad, you can be sure that you will find out about every last bit right here :)

Happy Blogging :)

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