// January 7th, 2011 // No Comments » // Joe's Blog
Since 2006 I’ve been putting together these annual ‘year in review’ video clips that sort of document the highlighted moments that happened throughout the year. But, this year is very different. My life has been endlessly documented on film all year long, so what’s the need for creating a long and boring 15 minute year in review clip?
2010 brought many great things my way, and I do mean great things. It all started when Alex and I were asked to come NYC for a new job that would let us travel the States, and perform ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ to deserving individuals, who otherwise wouldn’t be able to see a show or afford merchandise. It’s an idea that spawned from the mind of Blue Man Group co-founder Chris Wink, and brought to light in April 2010. The following month, we were invited to NYC to go over the details of this amazing, once in a lifetime opportunity, and brought into the family and world of Blue Man Group officially for the first time. Since then, The Insiders ‘Joe & Alex’ have traveled on NCL’s Norwegian EPIC cruise ship, Fayettville, AR, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Las Vegas, NV and soon to be in 2011 Atlanta, GA. The Insiders adventure has been an ongoing blessing, and seeing people’s face light up with excitement is all the reward we need.
The Insiders in Denver, CO handing out complimentary merchandise, and greeting the fans of Blue Man Group before the show.
Another milestone event this year locally here in Orlando was the opening of ‘The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ at Islands of Adventure theme park. Both Alex and myself being huge fans of the books and previous films, were mind blown when we got experience the world of Harry unlike any other. Trust me, there’s nothing like sipping on a cold butter beer while sitting on a bench in Hogsmeade. The grand opening on June 18th was celebrated with fanfare, the stars from the films were on hand, and like the troopers we are, we had to have our fix as well. Enjoy the video!
Another huge even for us in 2010 was addition to a member of our family, Bella Burke. She is a 3lb bouncing Chihuahua, and loves to play with her ball, snuggle with mommy and daddy on the couch or in bed, and loves to ride around in the car. She’s a wonderful pup, and we’re so blessed to have her as a part of our home and family.
One milestone I have to mention was having my mother and father in Orlando over the Summer. My dad has been to Orlando twice, but mother has never been in Florida. Having them here was almost like a dream come true. For the first time, I got to introduce them to Mickey Mouse, Magic Kingdom and most importantly, the ocean. Neither of them had seen the beach or ocean before, and as my parents waded out into the warm tropical water off Coco Beach, FL, my heart felt so blessed that I was able to show them this awesome experience. My family returned to Orlando 2 more times in 2010, and rounded up their stay over Christmas with us here at our home.
Finally, the momentous event of 2010 was of course my wedding. Never before in my life have I anticipated one event so much, and dreaded to see the day end so fast. My wedding was like a dream, I remember everything I done that day, but it went by so fast, it felt like I lived my life outside of my body. The surreal feeling of marrying your soul mate, partner and best friend is overwhelming, and proudly I married the love of my life on 10-10-10 with a host of friends and family. We were married on the grounds outdoors at the ‘Orlando World Center Marriott Resort’ and our reception was just inside from the wedding location in one of their ballrooms. I don’t like to brag, but our wedding went off without a single glitch. I prayed so hard for nothing to go wrong and everything to work according to plan. I didn’t want one of those candid ‘America’s Funniest Home Video’ moments to ruin the biggest day of our lives. Luckily, nothing bad happened. We had a fairy tale wedding, went on a romantic Caribbean cruise for our honeymoon and now we’re happily married and enjoying every day together.
The wedding of Joe & Alexandra Burke, 10-10-10 ‘Orlando World Center Marriott Resort’
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