I Used to Live Here… When I Worked at Disney! My Story & (one of) the Best & Worst Times of My Life

For this video we are doing something a bit different. I’m sharing the places I used to live when I worked at Disney. This is a long term series I’ll be doing where I show all of the places I’ve lived before & the stories and memories that go along with them. This particular video will be extra deep & personal as this was a hard time in my life, but I couldn’t explain these locations without giving some background on my history. Thank you so much for watching, I really appreciate you!💕
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[@CristheGirl]

Thank you José for this video’s coffee!☕️💕 Really appreciate you all watching this one, it’s a huge HUGE video for me to share with you all. Also, have lots of big updates coming really soon that I’m excited to also share with you! Thank you for being a part of the channel & thank you 9K subs!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@davidfergeson4403]

Speaking as a Therapist for many years, your story will likely be a BIG boost to others that are currently going through what you did. By telling your story openly is also great therapy for yourself getting it out and having the support and love with Tampa Jay. I've seen your level of self-confidence and self-esteem vastly improve over the months I've been following your Channel. Everyday, BE PROUD OF YOURSELF AND WHO YOU ARE (now we have to get you on a few rides) LOL Keep up the Good Work !!

[@TampaJay]

FIRST! congrats on 9k babe I love you ❤ honored to be a part of this.

[@CristheGirl]

Thank you for being a part of it! I love you!❤️

[@brianhumphrey6791]

You guys are awesome! My wife & I enjoy your videos! Keep on Rockin it!

[@TampaJay]

This is such a beautiful video. The music was perfect. Thank you for letting me apart of something so special. I love you so much. Always and forever!

[@skullwerkslife]

Thanks!

[@BonesHenry-hj5te]

Tampa Jay is my favorite I watch him all the time

[@carylcoronis9335]

Thanks for sharing your story! It is great to see Tampa Jay standing beside you.

[@sharonstover7337]

I love you guys!! Cris, this video was SO SO sweet!! I am so happy you are so happy now! You deserve it! And you look beautiful in yellow, BTW! ❤

[@disneyquest2476]

You did a great job on this video. Thanks for sharing your backstory and personal like with us. It was very relatable for me as I spent my 20s living and working in Florida too. The struggle was real! But, those hard times make us all stronger is so many ways. Thanks again for another great video!

[@pennysworld1317]

Thank you Cris for your honesty and sharing your life’s struggles and challenges. It’s therapeutic for you and for us. Rock on ! Both of you ❤

[@rmartin2819]

❤❤❤🥲A very wise person once said “No matter who you are or what you are going through, no matter how hard things are, remember there is much ahead!” 😎

[@TheKaity1965]

so sorry you had to go through those things...Very glad you and Tampa Jay found each other and you have great love for each other...Thank you for sharing. You are both really kind and caring people and i enjoy watching you both so thank you both again

[@bjornemccomb8262]

I love to hear peoples backstories, everyone has a story, good/bad/happy/sad. Thank you for sharing your story, and look forward to the continuation! Being young and naive I too made mistakes in boyfriends and cut ties early on when I’d sensed they weren’t treating me right. Live, learn and move ahead to better things/people. Life is too short to be mistreated and taken advantage of, you found a good man in Jay ❤

[@heatherbradley5030]

It’s interesting how we all go through things and learn greatly on the other side. Thank you for sharing Chris. It’s always good to be kind to all no matter where they are in life. ❤

[@georgespanioli5007]

Cris, I was crying my eyes out during the video. Especially with the sad music playing in the backround. Your story, your journey, your wonderful sense of reflection. Absolutely beautiful inside and out.

[@kimberlylyerly2207]

Thank you, Cris, for being YOU and for sharing some of your past. 🤗 I am so glad you overcame, and you found Tampa Jay. Sometimes in life, it takes going thru a lot to become a better person and finding your perfect match, your life partner. God bless you. 🙏 Much love and hugs. ❤️

[@glennsutton3435]

As a Florida native who has been away for over 13 years, I appreciate the videos you and Tampa Jay do. It's great seeing places I remember and some I never knew in the first place. The autobiographical aspect of these videos show that you aren't just trying to be "influencers" and I applaud you for sharing so much of your lives. You do know you're going to have to post some of that ska music you've alluded to one of these days. Cheers from Tennessee.

[@pauline9242]

Thank you CTG for a heartfelt, personal sharing of your life’s journey ! You’re stronger and braver than you think! You’re last 5 minutes of your video with Tampa Jay, brought me to tears. Your love for each other , understanding and compassion is just so very beautiful . It’s also awesome how much you appreciate life and the goodness in your life now! I wish you both a wonderful and happy life together that’s filled with all God’s blessings moving forward 🙏🌹👍

[@waterhorse5199]

Hi, Soul Sister! I’m not crying, it’s just allergies. 🥺 You just described my early 20’s to a tee. When I finally decided to live MY life for ME, it was the best time of my life. I barely scraped by, but I didn’t care. I had my own little shoe box apartment and my cat. No drama, no heartbreak, just me. It made me who I am today.❤️ We are cut from the same cloth, my friend.

[@shamrockinit8747]

My career after college was working with DV survivors in the court system-thank you for allowing Jay in your life and breaking the cycle-❤

[@garfixit]

Your life story and your struggles have made you stronger you have great parents and now you have Jay ❤ I'm so happy for you both

[@jerrymccullough688]

Very touching story. Thanks for sharing!

[@addz8032]

I shared this video in a tweet & went into some detail there about how this video effected me but I realized I forgot to mention how much I loved the use of the acoustic guitar hit me right in the nostalgic feels in this video. This is now tied with the Jaws video as my favorite Cris. Thanks for being so brave & sharing your story with us & inspiring us.

[@BonesHenry-hj5te]

U are my favorite KZbinr

[@junebug58]

😍Congrats on 9k🎉 Enjoyed this very much😎LOVED the RV story, Always wanted to live in one, sometimes still do! But, Sad to hear about the bad relationships and and living struggles you faced time and time again🥴I was esp. sad to hear you say how much u loved your little Studio Apt. and then got conned out of it😢 Terrible... So happy you guys found each other, you are so cute together💜

[@cheryleann6394]

I love how Tampa Jay is right there beside you. If not 100% physically 110% spiritually. Lots of love to you both. ❤❤

[@MissFanCulture]

A little trip down memory lane

[@sharonsiegrist7183]

Cris I'm so glad you and Jay have eachother. What does not kill us makes us stronger. Thanks for the video!

[@desisbohoflamingo9313]

You had me in tears! Your life has just begun treasure n love each other!!! Life goes by someday these awful memories will be hazy and won't even hurt anymore....you both have so much ,So grab it tight and ride the waves Soooo much ahead ❤️

[@ShareaDreamComeTrue]

Great to learn more about Cris the Girl! When I graduated college I moved to Cagan Crossing also and worked part time at Disney. After 2 years I bought a house across 27. I always shop at Walmart though, rarely Publix. I’m cheap. 😂

[@fan1080Travels]

Thanks for being so vulnerable with us all. It's not easy sharing tough times in our lives. But, you are correct, they make us stronger in the end, and help us appreciate the good times even more. I've been following your story with Tampa Jay for quite some time now. It's a beautiful story, and I can't help but see some similarities in the love story that has been mine for nearly 37 years now. You and Jay have had a great start to what I'm sure will be a long life together. Congrats on your love story coming true. My wife and I are looking forward to seeing you both grow and experience what true love has to offer.

[@MoviemaniaNick]

Cris, you made me tear up watching this. Thank you for sharing your story. It is very sad to hear what you had to go through, through those years. I'm very glad you pushed through that part of your life and moved on and you found Jay. You 2 make a great couple and wish the both of you the very best.

[@brite1217]

You’re an amazing spirit and make this world a better place. Thanks for sharing your story. It’s important to acknowledge our traumas and show that we are able to move forward.

[@lastFLnative]

You are such a sweetheart and one tough cookie miss Cris. I appreciate you sharing your story and taking us along. I'm not that brave. I look forward to more stories & I'm so glad this is a happier chapter in life for you now. P.s. I keep forgetting to tell you how cute your new hair cut is. 💕🌷✌️

[@InsideTheBunkerAdventures]

Really loved this video Cris. It takes a lot to be open and vulnerable like that when talking about your past, especially when it may have not been so bright. I have been thinking of doing something similar to this soon (visiting where I grew up I mean, I haven’t been there in over 30 years) and hearing you and Jay’s experience with this video has really got me focused on doing it sometime soon. Thank you as always for what you do! We are both so happy you have found your forever person in Jay.

[@johnrsherwood]

Very nice video, it's nice to see real things, a real life on KZbin... So many people try to come across as perfect... Thk you

[@gregorymotta6628]

Just finished your video Cris 👏 . The emotion you showed in describing your ordeals were just so genuine. I’m no spring chicken honey, gonna be 66 next month. I agree with your philosophy of bad times as well as the good times are what build us in the journey of life. It looks like you found your life partner in Tampa Jay. May your you tube videos continue to bring you joy, happiness, and prosperity. Nothing but my best wishes to you both 😘. I look forward to watching your adventures I’ve gladly subscribed to the both of you. 👍

[@BrokenMoxxie]

thank you for sharing your story with us, Im'm so happy you and jay found eachother!

[@BrokenMoxxie]

omg lunchables!!!! I forgot about those

[@styxfan4022]

Chris, I made a comment in one of Jays last videos telling him he was a lucky man to have you at his side. I have no doubts that Jay has a deep and true love for you. You are a lucky woman as well. I sincerely wish you two all the best in life. Stay positive and keep moving forward and keep the camera's rolling. I love the video's.

[@jugatsu23nichi]

Such a heartfelt video! Thank you and congrats on making 9k subs!!

[@thomaswade2181]

CTG, Thank you for sharing this part of your past life. You are a true blessing. Anyone that is going through hard times would benefit from watching this video as well as all your videos. You and TJ are good people, may God bless your life together.

[@dougiestravels5254]

I just love you two you're just so cute together I wish you the best.

[@mr.patrickaloysiusbartholo4727]

🎵 This used to be my playground…🎵 Interesting to see the dragon icon present in the Wardrobing Sign representing a Beastly Kingdom that never truly saw the light of day in AK. But maybe there’s hope of seeing that stuff in a future Disney Park in North Carolina or Colorado or The International Space Station…

[@denis6820]

Thank you Cris for opening up to share your story! So sorry to hear about all the struggles and hardship you went through! However going through those tough times permitted you to find an incredible man in Tampa Jay! Lots of love to you both!🤗

[@atdclo2889]

Thanks for sharing cris the girl. I'm glad things worked out. I have my own stories, but it always feels good to hear a success stories and makes your relationship with Tampa Jay that more special. Good for you guys!

[@lateshamiller6302]

I have been there ..glad everything worked out. So happy for u and Jay.

[@sallyfinn8238]

So very happy for you both ----you are such a lovely couple ---Thank goodness you found your dear Jay after all your trouble--Best wishes for many happy healthy years together

[@leearmstrong2743]

Mornin Cris, looking forward to this!!

[@CristheGirl]

Gmorning Lee! I hope you enjoy!!

[@kayla3972]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@theathjr]

You two are such a great couple. You were destined to be together. Love u guys. 👊

[@KL-cc2bs]

@Chris The Girl, it is wonderful that you and @Tampa Jay have been able to find each other in this wacky world of ours and mend each other's hearts. It was the time for both of you to find that support and love. A true inspiration to many people. BUT, it's time for you to give yourself the permission to enjoy it.. you deserve it! Thanks for sharing. Loved the video.

[@JulieSmith-bh3sh]

Wow Cris! What a beginning but that experience made you the person you are today. Your a special person. I really enjoyed this video. Great job. Thank you for sharing. Btw I couldn’t live near a Cat Cafe. I’d be in trouble for sure. Lol.

[@carlameyer4203]

Cris, this touched me in ways I cant even begin to explain. Thank you so much for sharing part of your story. in some ways we've walked similar paths, in some ways very different.

[@vonitadustylgreen2914]

Hello Cris The Girl (and Tampa Bay.).So good to see you both.. This is so awesome. I love going down memory lane with you. It shows how human and loving you are... I cried with you hon. Seeing you hurting broke my heart. You are an amazing young lady. Tampa Jay you better always be good to her or you will have to answer to this old, old lady😂🤣😂 Stay safe.. much love 💕

[@brianhumphrey6791]

Everyone has a background story. Thank you for sharing with all of us. 👍

[@leeannekochka2166]

Thanks for sharing all of this. Everyone has there own story and you’ve lived and learned. I’m so glad you and Jay found each other when you were both ready!

[@jimmyb.6272]

Cris, I’m new to your channel and I’m catching up. I want to thank you for opening up and sharing such a personal video. Through all the bad experiences in your life, you are still a really good person. You and Tampa Jay both, good people.

[@chuckrex5664]

You went through the bad times now your having better times with Tampa Jay

[@cathyw6735]

Lovely video and words Cris🌹So glad u shared we all hv been through things in our lives

[@Jaxparoh]

Thanks for the "Cristory" lesson! 😀 So glad your with a guy who loves you and in a safe place. 🙏

[@kenpalmer985]

Great storytelling voice. Nice to visit the past

[@cathymiller711]

Thank you for sharing your story. You are correct saying a past helps a person become who they are. Super glad that you and Jay found each other and things just clicked. Hugs to you, girl!!

[@carlwickings5259]

Great story of parts of your life and great job on your music editing.

[@Thuglove68]

To one of my favorite KZbinrs I know the struggle is real we are we have all these challenges in life but we Overcomer thank God. Thank you for this video. Keep up the good work.🙌🙏🏿🤙🏿🤙🙏🏿

[@lorrainedaniels1238]

Yes pizza beer lunchables and Twix . Knew you were kind of people ❤

[@leannefabro3289]

Yes our journey from the past leads us to a better time and place now. The only way we learn is from the hard times. Thank you for sharing.🙂

[@GeorgedownunderAustralia]

Your a very brave and strong person cris ❤❤sharing your past 😊 what happened in the past is what you are now a golden heart 💛 and a beautiful soul 🙏we all have your back and support girl lol 💪jay is the luckiest guy to have you in his life Chin up and keep smiling 😃 Take care both of you Bye 🇭🇲 ❤️ 🇭🇲🙏

[@Lu-648]

I’ve been there. Love you. May you finally find your happiness. I still have trouble from my past.

[@cindypowel7517]

Life's ups & downs of counting coins, sleeping in your vehicle, or crashing on a friend's couch build strong goals! A gypsy soul, living in a caravan, my kinda girl lol. Due 2 my job I live in a caravan 10 months out of the yr traveling 4 my contract work. Not all that wonder are lost! You have done well, your goals are developing, and you have many people sending out great vibes, supporting u & Tampa Jay. Perseverance is the key, keep on going, stop & enjoy the beauty around us every day. We all look forward 2 much ahead! As always thx 4 sharing your story Cris

[@dianebielecki2662]

Chris, I have to say this is your best video yet! Getting better and better!❤ I love the music you've added at beginning and at the end. Fantastic! You really are a sweet, genuine beautiful person. Loved the vlog, really loved it, and Jay was great also.🌷💘👍❤I love both of you guys❤😎❤😎

[@Mszahnclass95]

i am on my lunch break an watching Chris the girl .thank you for sharing your life story .i agree 💯 everyone including myself went through very difficult time in life especially divorce with a small child . now its better my son is in his 20 s an graduated college an i have a wonderful boyfriend my life for 8 yrs now .thank you Chris for sharing stay safe an peace .

[@joshthemoviecollector9273]

What a great video friend! Thanks for talking about all of the aspects of working as a cm. College was a struggle for me for many of the same reasons. Deciding between gas or food, depression, negative people, working a job I hated to pay the bills. Those bad things lead us to the awesome people and situations we find ourselves in the present. It all led me to the awesome people (including you and Jay) I have met a long the way and the awesome things I am blessed to experience. Thanks for sharing Cris.

[@christines4880]

I like that you said look back and learn from your past. It helps to make you a stronger person. I know I may have used different words then you but that's what I took away from your story. Your life journey led you to Jay!!! As my journey led me to my forever love 💕 32 year's strong. And I know you and Jay are soulmates. Wishing you both a happy and beautiful life together!!! Muc Luv 💖

[@CokerCulture]

Such an incredible story, and Jay used the right term: testimony bc that’s 100% what it was. Very powerful and very emotional. Absolutely sure it’s going to be so helpful for others (not to mention cathartic for yourself). Jess jinxed it by saying you made it through the whole thing without crying….😂…both of us were in tears WAY before that. Thank you for sharing with us your story!

[@RoeVenturesLLC]

wow, this is deep video to watch Cris. At this point with KZbin, you don’t need a man or married to have a place to live or fill your tank with gas and worry about that anymore. Follow your dream and be with the Animal Kingdom Disney Park and KZbin . Also, I’m shocked you didn’t run across Doc Antell Baghavah an associate of the Tiger King. They are largest conservation of exotic animals.

[@Luv2tickt]

Can't wait till you do your Arizona vid. Having just been down there a month back, we were headed to ... of course the best not-really fast food burger joint in America, In-N-Out in Scottsdale. I spotted the Frank Lloyd Wright Spire you highlighted in one of your videos from..."back in the day." Having never been on that corner, I exclaimed, "Oh I know this, Cris was here." So thank you for that, and thank you for this. There's a saying, "Man is not great because he's not failed; Man is great because he's not let failure stop him!" And you quite live up to that!

[@denisematthews6215]

Thank you so much for sharing! I’m so glad you and Jay discovered one another and have the person and life you have now! Though I’m much older than you two, I did get quite a bit from your video, and made me reflect on all I’ve experienced in my own life, and how much is still ahead. ❤️

[@davemcfarland7709]

Thanks for your KZbin channel and for being so honest in reflecting back on your life a decade ago. Beautifully done 👍. I just found your channel yesterday (April 19) when I was watching videos about Knoebels. Keep up the good work and keep your head held high. You are an overcomer.

[@chrisbrown2191]

I love that you still have the Disney point.

[@garfixit]

Love you guys 😊

[@GracieLou626]

Some tears back my husband st the time went to Tracie trailer school. He stated in apartment provided by school while I lived in my car for a month. Luckily I had friends who let me shower and get a bite to eat

[@Desert_Ratt]

You are such a beautiful woman, I'm so glad you found a right man❤

[@Lu-648]

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming….and moving forward, it’s not easy.

[@cheryleann6394]

Ah the growing pains. Sometimes they can be harder on some than others. But as long as we grow from them and don't beat ourselves up because of them we should be able to come thru it. And most importantly, we should not dwell on them. Learn to respect the bad along with the good and never let it make you bitter, just wiser. That's what makes the difference on being happy or sad, being able to let the pain go. Lastly, never compare your life to anyone else's. We have our own journey to go threw. You will never know why someone gets the lions share of happiness from birth to death and others not so much. You can only learn what works for you. Thanks for Sharing a bit of History with Cris the Girl. You Take Care.

[@pbwong]

I usually enjoy your videos but one was sublime. I found you because of our common love of the happiest place but it has hit me hard that everyone is dealing with their own things and it’s best to be kind. I wish you all the best

[@garfixit]

I cried happytears for you. You keep getting better and better

[@Keerahhhh]

Hi Cris, thanks for sharing your backstory, makes me tear up. Sometimes we go through hard times to make us appreciate all the little things. One thing, I work for a library and I am so sorry you experienced that issue with being turned away from getting a library card. That's ridiculous! If anything they should've worked something out with you, very sad and shocking. anyways, thanks for another great video! 💞

[@allytebow]

Wow Cris, what an awesome, emotional video. I can definitely see how the things you’ve been through in life have shaped you into the beautiful soul you are. ❤ Edited to add: you both are so blessed to have and found each other! I love seeing love ❤

[@Jordan_Brown_WoW]

Nice trip down memory lane. I ve watched Tampa jay for awhile and have watched your videos since the two of you got together. It was nice seeing some of the places you have lived. Glad you were able to get out of the abusive relationships and find someone like Tampa Jay.

[@MyDayOff]

This was such a moving video! Thank you for sharing, so relatable!

[@TwoTicketsToAdventure]

I love that they still have the old sign up at the costuming department! I also remember that being my favorite Company D location. I'm glad you quit the energy drinks because I was an avid Red Bull and Monster drinker and they gave me a good scare when my heart went nuts after a few. 😭 Sorry that you had that difficult time in your life but I'm so glad you were able to turn things around. And your right, these types of situations lead you to the best people in your life. Because of you deciding on picking up a camera, you were able to meet some really great and awesome people in your life like Tampa Jay, Chad and I 😝 your spooky spook friends, Bella and other cool content creators, bloggers/vloggers/artists. It's a beautiful thing how it all comes together. I always say "live one day at a time." It's cheesy but true. Chad grew up on pizza lunchables and I on the other hand loved the ham and cheese ones. I also liked blowing up the capris suns up with air after I was done. Chad and I looked into Cagens Crossings back in 2010 when we were thinking of moving there after our college program. We even did a little tour of them. Back then they were brand new and some of the few shops that were open were that cat cafe and an ice cream shop called Simkas Sweets! Which has coloring pages advertising the cat cafe. Another wonderful video, thanks for taking us down memory lane and we love learning new things about you so thank you for doing this cool video on places you used to live. It's a cool project/series. Love y'all mucho and can't wait to see the rest of this series.

[@gothic_actual]

Love your video!

[@creativekitty2439]

Thank you for sharing your story ❤that took a lot of strength and bravery to do so. I can relate with what you talked about as I have gone through something similar. Thank God for our parents, right?!Time heals, God heals and glad to see you are a stronger person because of it and you have an awesome love and supporter in Jay. Praying for You, Jay and your families. You both are so sweet and down to earth. Me and my husband love to watch you both. God Bless!❤🙏🏻

[@skullwerkslife]

Your awesome cris very interesting look into your past all stepping stones into your future as always love watching the videos! And as your other half always says there’s much ahead!! 🤗

[@loriminard6460]

Cris thanks for telling your story ! It really did speak to me about some of my past bless you !

[@adaptordieai]

Great Content 🙏

[@JessicasDigs]

You know I only just started watching your videos, as off Halloween 2022, and let me just say that, when you've shared your moments, which were obviously traumatic memories for you, i was right there crying with you because it brought back some horrible memories of my own. I truly hope that you get to a place that makes those horrible times go away. You seem like such a great person, and i wish you all the best. I'm so happy that you have found Tampa Jay who truly seems like he is a wonderful guy. Also of you ever need a friend to talk to, consider me your friend.

[@mattpyfe]

I was in Ridgepointe part in those years(most likely at the same time!!). I do miss that place. Great video!

[@psychlops]

I’m sorry you had to go through what you did but I’m very glad you have Jay to help you through it. I admire your strength. PS I grew up in Oregon, my wife lived in Arizona for a time and now we are in Pennsylvania! Where about did you live in those locations?

[@NevadaJack]

Thanks for sharing some of your life experiences. I could go into some similarities you've gone through in my life, but it would take over your comments section. Take care of yourself and Jay too.

[@jenniferbarnes1053]

Your amazing and strong and you made it. Look where you are today .God is so good. I've been through a similar situation But wasn't abused . But my Mom died when I was 23 And I raised my 11 year old sister. And came very very close to being homeless. I'm met my husband was married 43 year's 4 months he died recently. I'm now 70 . I have been on journey all through my life as most people. But thank you for sharing