The Big Apple

Wow! In the four months since I have written, I have learned and grown so much. I was in a fantastic production of "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change" and learned so much about my strengths and weaknesses as a performer. I was so blessed to be a part of such an incredibly talented cast and crew and I am so thrilled that I was able to show both my voice and acting chops. It was an amazing experience, and it helped me grow as a performer so much. For that, I will be forever grateful.

The cast of "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"!

I also moved to New York City. I never thought that I had the courage to get up and move across the country with only a suitcase. I didn't know a single person when I moved, I found a roommate online, and soon enough I settled into New York life. I feel so at home in New York. I know that I was meant to come here, and meant to learn so many lessons. I learned that I can not only make it living on my own, but I can thrive. I learned that my relationships with my friends and family will not die because I am away from them. I learned that I can make it as an actor, and I will. I also learned that I have SO MUCH to learn-- and I'm trying to be a sponge and soak it all up. I'll post with more details about exactly what I have been doing in NYC soon!

Times Square!

I will be back in Kansas City on November 17th until January 14th. Although I wish I could have stayed in New York, I know it's for the best. I know that I want to be with my mom during the Holidays and I know that I need to come home, work seasonally, and save up more money to head back to New York. I have so much more knowledge I know that when I return to NYC in January I am going to be incredibly successful. I know this with all my heart and I can't wait to show the world what Sarah Montoya can do!

A great mural I passed each day as I walked to my acting & voice lessons.

Jet Setter

I just realized that I haven't been home for longer than a month without flying out of the state or country. WOW! Next week I'll be headed to Las Vegas to participate in Chairman's Club-- the highest honor you can receive in my company. I am so excited...I love to travel and this is such a blessing! While in Las Vegas I'll be staying at the Encore by Wynn-- a BEAUTIFUL hotel. I'll also be seeing Celine Dion at Ceasar's Palace which I am SO excited for! She is one of the great voices of our time and I am so happy that I will be able to experience her voice live and in person...ahhh. :)

In May I'll be heading to New York City for a week-- cannot wait! I'll be shopping, eating, and seeing every Broadway play I can fit in my schedule. You know, the usual Sarah stuff. I think I've been going to NYC withdrawals lately so I'll be so glad to get back there.

In September my mom and I will be going to Miami for three days followed by a 5-day cruise in the Bahamas. I've never been on a cruise before so this should be really interesting! We're going to be swimming with the dolphins which I'm sure will be one of the coolest experiences ever. I'm so happy that my mom and I are best friends and we can experience these things together!

Other than that, my world has been pretty calm. I'm adjusting to my new role as an Account Manager slowly but surely...more about that later.

If you have the opportunity to travel, DO IT! God has created such a beautiful world and so many people don't get to see even half of it. I want to see the world, explore, and have many adventures in my life. I pray that you all are able to have the same experiences.