At the start of every day we present our Today's Special Value. This, the very first presentation of the day, is a big deal, and is watched by many....so, needless to say I was focused on having a great time and doing well:)
Here's my minute by minute (kind of 
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Two days leading up to kickoff: Meet with Susan Graver, Get haircut, finalize outfit.
Day of Kickoff
8:30 p.m. Go to product central and review the Today's Special Value. Here's where I memorize the colors (not just blue, brilliant blue), scrutinize the embellishments, and try different color combinations
8:50 p.m. Getting a good luck hug from a midnight king...Dan Wheeler
9:00 p.m. In the salon with Karen getting all dolled up
9:50 p.m. Hugging it out with Captain Midnight-- Rick Domeier, with Mary DeAngelis posing in the Today's Special Value in the background
10:30 p.m. Meeting with the production team to discuss camera moves and blocking (who will move where/when)
Showtime-- Susan and I present the Today's Special Value
So.... I was nervous and excited, but once I started, and Susan joined me, the nervousness just melted away. I had a great time, and I am happy to have that "first" Midnight Kickoff under my belt.
Have you had a similar experience with something big in your life, what's your story?