I love this clip of Susan Boyle on Britain's Got Talent.
I don't want to give anything away if you haven't already seen or heard about this, so I'll just say: Please click the link above and watch the entire thing. I think you'll be glad you did.
Thursday, April 16
Monday, April 13
Easter Festivities
You married folks or those who spend a lot of time around children may wonder: what might a single person do to celebrate Easter weekend? Well my friends, that's what this post is here to explore!
My manager Beth enlisted my help to do something fun for our teammates for Easter. Her idea was to put together a one-clue scavenger hunt and hide the treats somewhere different for each person. Since the team is so fond of chocolate, I bought mini-Cadbury cream eggs, regular-sized orange cream eggs, tiny hollow bunnies and chicks, and peanut butter eggs. What I forgot, however, was something to put all the
chocolate in! I did have colored construction paper for the clues, so I ended up folding a page into a cone and drawing a rabbit face on it. Beth even found some rope we could use as whiskers. The resulting bunnies were a little scary, but pretty cute (if I do say so myself). Unfortunately, if we tried to lay the cone on its side all the candy spilled out. So, we grabbed styrofoam cups, drew pictures on them, and placed the construction-paper bunnies inside so that just the ears stuck out. Truely, we were working with what we had.
Beth and I were the lasts ones in the office Thursday night, so we were able to hide the bunnies without fear of being caught. Friday morning I miraculously arrived first anyway, so I got to hear how excited the others were when they discovered the clues and then the bunnies. It was fun! (And I get to eat the leftover candy. Thankfully, there isn't much...) Everyone ooh'd and aah'd over the bunnies. I may have missed my calling as a Kindergarten teacher; you don't grow up around my creative mom without learning a few skills!
On Sunday, I forgot it was Easter until just as I was leaving my apartment. I suppose I'm the only one who felt I looked conspicuous in my non-pastel, non-floral dress (I wore a black dress with red hearts on it), but I still felt disappointed. I had been late to church and didn't had time to change. For some reason, I had thought Easter was the next Sunday. I really couldn't tell you why!
During Relief Society, the teacher recounted the last week in Christ's life. I admit, I was distracted and endeared by the teacher's pronunciation of words, such as "crucification" instead of "crucifixion". I think she was just nervous, but she was darling! It reminded me of Galinda in the musical Wicked because she does the same thing with her words. However, I think Galinda does it because she's either that spacey or she just likes the way the words sound... who knows?
In Sacrament meeting there was a baby blessing...in my Singles' ward. Never fear, it was for the Bishopric 2nd Counselor's grandson (whose parents are married), but it was a little odd hearing the cooing during the meeting. Cute baby, though. His family was on my row so I glanced over at him. To my surprise, there was a slightly older infant nearby. I wanted so much to go over and squish their pudgy little legs -- my nieces can't come soon enough!
I hadn't seen my family in two weeks because of my trip, so I was excited to see them
for dinner. I even dressed up, sort of. Turns out that was a good thing, because we had guests! My mom's mom, my sister-in-law's brother Russell, and his girlfriend Angela all joined the rest of us for dinner and frivolity. I played with Gunner for a bit and it turns out I'm a pretty neat Catwoman, and not nearly as good as he when it comes to hiding Easter eggs. Then Gunner and Peter and David all tried to get a really cool dragon kite in the air. I didn't watch so I'm not sure if they succeeded. It didn't seem to be a terribly windy day, but anything's possible.
At one point, all of the girls got together to talk about baby things. When Lindsey said she was excited to dress the girls in frilly things for Easter, my mom and I both cheered "Yay!" (I think our outburst scared everyone else in the group.) My mom used to sew my dresses and make headbands and clips for my hair --that's half the reason I am now so girly. Now we'll have not one but two little girls to play dress up with! Thank goodness Mom kept many of my costumes growing up...
Thanks again, Mom, for not making up Easter baskets this year. I snacked on the available candy quite enough; it was nice not to take any home.
You might think that my Easter fun ended with Sunday, wouldn't you? Ha! The FHE Committee decided that for the activity tonight we should do something having to do with the holiday. As I recall, I was the one who came up with the super-cool idea to play "Egg-cellent" games, i.e. games revolving around eggs. There was egg dying (and
an opportunity to destroy), an egg hunt, and 7-11. I ended up playing 7-11 the whole time and winning big! Who knew I was so lucky at dice? By the end, there were three guys and three ladies at the table, and I rolled 7 and 11 enough to end up with the Twix at the end. It took forever, though. We came up with a rule that rolling snake eyes warranted Truth or Dare (well, just truth) but none of us was brave enough to actually answer. There was plenty of candy so everyone got something. When we finished, the six of us confessed our movie-star crushes in an effort to get to know each other a little better, which was pretty interesting. Seriously, good times.
One of my personal goals was reinforced this week. During Sunday School, the teacher managed to bring the discussion around to the Atonement (it was a lesson on family history). She asked us to take a minute to find our favorite scripture on the Atonement. It was then I realized I don't have a favorite scripture about the Atonement. But as I navigated through the Book of Mormon to 3 Nephi, a verse in chapter 9 caught my eye:
I was reminded that I need to be better than I am. In order for me to benefit from Jesus Christ's sacrifice, I need to give my whole heart. Most days I feel like I go through the motions instead of really grabbing the opportunities given me. I read the scriptures regularly, but I only go to FHE once every couple of months. I have a goal to go to Institute at least once a month, but I don't talk to anyone there unless I already know them. My Savior hoped for more than that from me, and wanted me to gain the blessings. He not only atoned for my sins, He taught how I can utilize the Atonement to become perfect and live with Him again. Eternal Salvation is very do-able, but it takes constant focus and effort. I must do better; I will do better. I am thankful for the Atonement. I am thankful that the Western world celebrates that magnificent event, and that I know what it means. I just wish it lasted longer.
Does anyone else find it interesting that we have two months of Christmas music, decorations, and service, but on Easter we only have the one day and three hymns? Just something to think about.
Anyway, that was my single-gal Easter weekend. Was it all you expected?
My manager Beth enlisted my help to do something fun for our teammates for Easter. Her idea was to put together a one-clue scavenger hunt and hide the treats somewhere different for each person. Since the team is so fond of chocolate, I bought mini-Cadbury cream eggs, regular-sized orange cream eggs, tiny hollow bunnies and chicks, and peanut butter eggs. What I forgot, however, was something to put all the
chocolate in! I did have colored construction paper for the clues, so I ended up folding a page into a cone and drawing a rabbit face on it. Beth even found some rope we could use as whiskers. The resulting bunnies were a little scary, but pretty cute (if I do say so myself). Unfortunately, if we tried to lay the cone on its side all the candy spilled out. So, we grabbed styrofoam cups, drew pictures on them, and placed the construction-paper bunnies inside so that just the ears stuck out. Truely, we were working with what we had. 
Beth and I were the lasts ones in the office Thursday night, so we were able to hide the bunnies without fear of being caught. Friday morning I miraculously arrived first anyway, so I got to hear how excited the others were when they discovered the clues and then the bunnies. It was fun! (And I get to eat the leftover candy. Thankfully, there isn't much...) Everyone ooh'd and aah'd over the bunnies. I may have missed my calling as a Kindergarten teacher; you don't grow up around my creative mom without learning a few skills!On Sunday, I forgot it was Easter until just as I was leaving my apartment. I suppose I'm the only one who felt I looked conspicuous in my non-pastel, non-floral dress (I wore a black dress with red hearts on it), but I still felt disappointed. I had been late to church and didn't had time to change. For some reason, I had thought Easter was the next Sunday. I really couldn't tell you why!
During Relief Society, the teacher recounted the last week in Christ's life. I admit, I was distracted and endeared by the teacher's pronunciation of words, such as "crucification" instead of "crucifixion". I think she was just nervous, but she was darling! It reminded me of Galinda in the musical Wicked because she does the same thing with her words. However, I think Galinda does it because she's either that spacey or she just likes the way the words sound... who knows?
In Sacrament meeting there was a baby blessing...in my Singles' ward. Never fear, it was for the Bishopric 2nd Counselor's grandson (whose parents are married), but it was a little odd hearing the cooing during the meeting. Cute baby, though. His family was on my row so I glanced over at him. To my surprise, there was a slightly older infant nearby. I wanted so much to go over and squish their pudgy little legs -- my nieces can't come soon enough!
I hadn't seen my family in two weeks because of my trip, so I was excited to see them
for dinner. I even dressed up, sort of. Turns out that was a good thing, because we had guests! My mom's mom, my sister-in-law's brother Russell, and his girlfriend Angela all joined the rest of us for dinner and frivolity. I played with Gunner for a bit and it turns out I'm a pretty neat Catwoman, and not nearly as good as he when it comes to hiding Easter eggs. Then Gunner and Peter and David all tried to get a really cool dragon kite in the air. I didn't watch so I'm not sure if they succeeded. It didn't seem to be a terribly windy day, but anything's possible.At one point, all of the girls got together to talk about baby things. When Lindsey said she was excited to dress the girls in frilly things for Easter, my mom and I both cheered "Yay!" (I think our outburst scared everyone else in the group.) My mom used to sew my dresses and make headbands and clips for my hair --that's half the reason I am now so girly. Now we'll have not one but two little girls to play dress up with! Thank goodness Mom kept many of my costumes growing up...
Thanks again, Mom, for not making up Easter baskets this year. I snacked on the available candy quite enough; it was nice not to take any home.
You might think that my Easter fun ended with Sunday, wouldn't you? Ha! The FHE Committee decided that for the activity tonight we should do something having to do with the holiday. As I recall, I was the one who came up with the super-cool idea to play "Egg-cellent" games, i.e. games revolving around eggs. There was egg dying (and
an opportunity to destroy), an egg hunt, and 7-11. I ended up playing 7-11 the whole time and winning big! Who knew I was so lucky at dice? By the end, there were three guys and three ladies at the table, and I rolled 7 and 11 enough to end up with the Twix at the end. It took forever, though. We came up with a rule that rolling snake eyes warranted Truth or Dare (well, just truth) but none of us was brave enough to actually answer. There was plenty of candy so everyone got something. When we finished, the six of us confessed our movie-star crushes in an effort to get to know each other a little better, which was pretty interesting. Seriously, good times.One of my personal goals was reinforced this week. During Sunday School, the teacher managed to bring the discussion around to the Atonement (it was a lesson on family history). She asked us to take a minute to find our favorite scripture on the Atonement. It was then I realized I don't have a favorite scripture about the Atonement. But as I navigated through the Book of Mormon to 3 Nephi, a verse in chapter 9 caught my eye:
19 And ye shall offer up unto me no more the shedding of blood; yea, your sacrifices and your burnt offerings shall be done away, for I will accept none of your sacrifices and your burnt offerings.
20 And ye shall offer for a sacrifice unto me a broken heart and a contrite spirit. And whoso cometh unto me with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, him will I baptize with fire and with the Holy Ghost, even as the Lamanites, because of their faith in me at the time of their conversion, were baptized with fire and with the Holy Ghost, and they knew it not.
I was reminded that I need to be better than I am. In order for me to benefit from Jesus Christ's sacrifice, I need to give my whole heart. Most days I feel like I go through the motions instead of really grabbing the opportunities given me. I read the scriptures regularly, but I only go to FHE once every couple of months. I have a goal to go to Institute at least once a month, but I don't talk to anyone there unless I already know them. My Savior hoped for more than that from me, and wanted me to gain the blessings. He not only atoned for my sins, He taught how I can utilize the Atonement to become perfect and live with Him again. Eternal Salvation is very do-able, but it takes constant focus and effort. I must do better; I will do better. I am thankful for the Atonement. I am thankful that the Western world celebrates that magnificent event, and that I know what it means. I just wish it lasted longer.
Does anyone else find it interesting that we have two months of Christmas music, decorations, and service, but on Easter we only have the one day and three hymns? Just something to think about.
Anyway, that was my single-gal Easter weekend. Was it all you expected?
Saturday, April 11
Adventures in Mesa
Yes, this is travel log. However, I will be endlessly entertained as I relive the memories from my recent vacation. I hope this translates into something enjoyable for you all as well...
My dear friend Michelle B. and I went to Mesa, AZ to visit our friend Jill who is in the Mesa Temple pagent. We're hoping she moves back here shortly, but we were happy to experience the sunshine and see where Jill's been living the entire winter!
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This is the snowman I made on my balcony three days before flying to sunny Mesa, Arizona. I'd wanted to make a snowman all winter, but never got around to it. I was pretty excited to do it, since it seems the snow season is over. I'll miss my sweaters and beautiful boots, but looking forward to sandals and skirts!
As you can see, Mesa lived up to its desert-y reputation, complete with cacti, sand landscape art instead of grass, and... palm trees? Okay, those were a little weird. I did not remember palm trees in Arizona when I served my mission there. But seeing as it was 78 degrees when we landed and there wasn't a cloud in sight I chose not to quibble about it.
We happened to arrive for the pagent's opening night! Since we had to drop Jill off to get ready for the show, Michelle and I were early enough to find phenomenal seats -- about 20th row center. We sat by some really kind and chatty elderly couples who were more than willing to share their life stories with us.
The pagent was amazing! I'd never been to one before. This one outlined the Savior's life and mission. I was really impressed with the cast, and totally blown away by the finale. It was so cool! Jill played one of the angels, and looked so at peace as she sang and danced. I video taped one of the scenes for her; sadly, none of the photos I took during the show turned out. Shoot!
After the play, Jill, Michelle and I joined the rest of the angels at Bahama Bucks for shaved ice with cream at Bahama Bucks. We're coming up on snow cone weather! Anyone else up for Snowasis on Memorial Day?
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Michelle and I did almost nothing on Thursday while Jill was at work, and we were pretty content with that. We did meet Jill and Joel (a friend we met on the cruise last year) for dinner before Jill had to dash off to the pagent. Michelle, Joel and I went to Tempe and walked along the Tempe Lake/resevoir dealie,.jpg)
and then explored the Tempe Arts Centre. Turns out Kareoke night had been the night before. Rats! We also looked in some of the shops, where Michelle tried on hats, and I bought a cute top I'm excited to wear when the weather at home finally becomes warm!
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Friday was a bit more productive. Michelle and I had lunch at In-N-Out Burger (yum!) before heading to Quality Nails for a pedicure. Thanks again for the recommendation, Jill! They had so many designs I had trouble choosing, but I settled for a pearly pink they painted PLAID ON EACH TOE! (Of course, this is useless at home since it's too cold for sandals, but I know how pretty my nails are!).jpg)
The massage chairs were heaven, too. I'd really needed one, and we never had the chance for a massage from a masseuse (ma-sewer? no idea what they're really called. Sorry masseuse friends!).
Then Michelle and I went shopping! Now, those of you who know me know I don't love shopping under normal circumstances. But I was on vacation, and Michelle was so excited to shop! She's a single mom, so normally she has to hurry in order to get her 5 year old out of the store before she gets too bored. We went to a nearby mall and spent a few minutes in Papaya, the store where I surmise some costume designer purchased all of the clothes for High School Musicals 2 and 3.
Then we went to Charlotte Russe.
This is one of my favorite stores, and as it turns out it's one of Michelle's favorites too! As we walked in, a really tiny, young, British woman greeted us with "Welcome to Charlotte. What are you looking for today?" I said I was interested in new jeans, she introduced herself as Ann Marie, and I started looking around. A few minutes later, Ann Marie came back with a few pair of jeans for me to look at! She grabbed her favorites, and had guessed my size: "You're a 3 right?" Uh, no, I'm not, especially since Charlotte Russe runs smaller than most stores, but I pretty much loved her from that moment on! Michelle and I spent 2 hours there, bought a ton of stuff I'm really excited about, discovered the 80s are back (the horror!), and had a lot of fun. I even asked to get a photo with Ann Marie, which her manager said was okay. I got the feeling Michelle and I had become a little notorious, because we'd been there so long and so many of the associates had helped us out. Good times!
Jill joined us for a late showing of Bride Wars, the only time we saw her that day! We were pretty glad she had Saturday and Sunday off so we could actually spend some time with her!
Saturday morning we ate crepes and watched General Conference with the pagent angels (sounds exclusive, don't it?), and during the afternoon we watched at Jill's house with her darling and hilarious roommates, Dawn and Erin.
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That night we joined the pagent angels to support one of boys from the group as he performed in the Jester's improv troup. Dude, it was SO FUNNY, and it was an LDS group, so I didn't have to worry about naughty language or inuendo! I am always amazed at people who are good at improv, but each person in each skit cracked me up. My favorite may have been one where one guy picked up a hitchhiker who was actually ALL of the Muppet Babies (my idea). The driver was so confused as he tried to guess who the hitchhiker was, and the clues the hitchhiker gave him were brilliant! I haven't laughed that much in a long time. It was a great cap on the trip.
The next morning, we listened to the morning session of Conference as Michelle and I packed. We didn't get much sleep, but we had a lot of fun! Why are vacations never long enough?
So, I'm home again, happy and healthy and glad that I went. Sorry if this post was boring; the vacation was great!
My dear friend Michelle B. and I went to Mesa, AZ to visit our friend Jill who is in the Mesa Temple pagent. We're hoping she moves back here shortly, but we were happy to experience the sunshine and see where Jill's been living the entire winter!
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This is the snowman I made on my balcony three days before flying to sunny Mesa, Arizona. I'd wanted to make a snowman all winter, but never got around to it. I was pretty excited to do it, since it seems the snow season is over. I'll miss my sweaters and beautiful boots, but looking forward to sandals and skirts!
As you can see, Mesa lived up to its desert-y reputation, complete with cacti, sand landscape art instead of grass, and... palm trees? Okay, those were a little weird. I did not remember palm trees in Arizona when I served my mission there. But seeing as it was 78 degrees when we landed and there wasn't a cloud in sight I chose not to quibble about it.
We happened to arrive for the pagent's opening night! Since we had to drop Jill off to get ready for the show, Michelle and I were early enough to find phenomenal seats -- about 20th row center. We sat by some really kind and chatty elderly couples who were more than willing to share their life stories with us.
The pagent was amazing! I'd never been to one before. This one outlined the Savior's life and mission. I was really impressed with the cast, and totally blown away by the finale. It was so cool! Jill played one of the angels, and looked so at peace as she sang and danced. I video taped one of the scenes for her; sadly, none of the photos I took during the show turned out. Shoot!
After the play, Jill, Michelle and I joined the rest of the angels at Bahama Bucks for shaved ice with cream at Bahama Bucks. We're coming up on snow cone weather! Anyone else up for Snowasis on Memorial Day?
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Michelle and I did almost nothing on Thursday while Jill was at work, and we were pretty content with that. We did meet Jill and Joel (a friend we met on the cruise last year) for dinner before Jill had to dash off to the pagent. Michelle, Joel and I went to Tempe and walked along the Tempe Lake/resevoir dealie,.jpg)
and then explored the Tempe Arts Centre. Turns out Kareoke night had been the night before. Rats! We also looked in some of the shops, where Michelle tried on hats, and I bought a cute top I'm excited to wear when the weather at home finally becomes warm!
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Friday was a bit more productive. Michelle and I had lunch at In-N-Out Burger (yum!) before heading to Quality Nails for a pedicure. Thanks again for the recommendation, Jill! They had so many designs I had trouble choosing, but I settled for a pearly pink they painted PLAID ON EACH TOE! (Of course, this is useless at home since it's too cold for sandals, but I know how pretty my nails are!).jpg)
The massage chairs were heaven, too. I'd really needed one, and we never had the chance for a massage from a masseuse (ma-sewer? no idea what they're really called. Sorry masseuse friends!).Then Michelle and I went shopping! Now, those of you who know me know I don't love shopping under normal circumstances. But I was on vacation, and Michelle was so excited to shop! She's a single mom, so normally she has to hurry in order to get her 5 year old out of the store before she gets too bored. We went to a nearby mall and spent a few minutes in Papaya, the store where I surmise some costume designer purchased all of the clothes for High School Musicals 2 and 3.
Then we went to Charlotte Russe.
This is one of my favorite stores, and as it turns out it's one of Michelle's favorites too! As we walked in, a really tiny, young, British woman greeted us with "Welcome to Charlotte. What are you looking for today?" I said I was interested in new jeans, she introduced herself as Ann Marie, and I started looking around. A few minutes later, Ann Marie came back with a few pair of jeans for me to look at! She grabbed her favorites, and had guessed my size: "You're a 3 right?" Uh, no, I'm not, especially since Charlotte Russe runs smaller than most stores, but I pretty much loved her from that moment on! Michelle and I spent 2 hours there, bought a ton of stuff I'm really excited about, discovered the 80s are back (the horror!), and had a lot of fun. I even asked to get a photo with Ann Marie, which her manager said was okay. I got the feeling Michelle and I had become a little notorious, because we'd been there so long and so many of the associates had helped us out. Good times!
Jill joined us for a late showing of Bride Wars, the only time we saw her that day! We were pretty glad she had Saturday and Sunday off so we could actually spend some time with her!
Saturday morning we ate crepes and watched General Conference with the pagent angels (sounds exclusive, don't it?), and during the afternoon we watched at Jill's house with her darling and hilarious roommates, Dawn and Erin.
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That night we joined the pagent angels to support one of boys from the group as he performed in the Jester's improv troup. Dude, it was SO FUNNY, and it was an LDS group, so I didn't have to worry about naughty language or inuendo! I am always amazed at people who are good at improv, but each person in each skit cracked me up. My favorite may have been one where one guy picked up a hitchhiker who was actually ALL of the Muppet Babies (my idea). The driver was so confused as he tried to guess who the hitchhiker was, and the clues the hitchhiker gave him were brilliant! I haven't laughed that much in a long time. It was a great cap on the trip.
The next morning, we listened to the morning session of Conference as Michelle and I packed. We didn't get much sleep, but we had a lot of fun! Why are vacations never long enough?
So, I'm home again, happy and healthy and glad that I went. Sorry if this post was boring; the vacation was great!
Friday, April 10
Thursday, April 9
Calling on Some Friends
Last night, I decided to forgo my usual Wednesday t.v. watching and visit with some friends for a change. Since she's on bedrest until her baby is born and I'm not much of a cook, I've been loaning my LOST DVDs to Stephanie M. She'd never watched the show, but she loves it now! I'm kind of jealous she hasn't had to wait 5 years like I have to find out what's going on, but I'm really just glad that she has something to do during some of her sitting around time.
I stopped by her house yesterday after work to drop off season 3, and we and her kids just ended up chatting for a couple of hours. It was nice! She even showed me little Peanut's nursery! It's a cute room; she has a bajillion baby blankets. While I was in there, Stephanie stepped out for a minute, and I had a mini-conversation with her youngest son, Wakko, about how nice his mom is. He started it. I wonder if Stephanie knows how much he likes her. As it is, I think she was a bit confused when she came back in and Wakko thanked her for teaching him how to be healthy. It didn't make a lot of sense out of context.
Stephanie's daughter Dot made me cookies (I think to thank me for bringing LOST into their lives). If you ever get a chance to try her Death by Chocolate cookies DO IT! I ate two at their house, and three more when I got home. I seriously considered eating more before bed. Yeah, they're that good. Thanks again Dot!
Before I forget: Mandee, will you email me the recipie for the dish you took to Stephanie's family last night? Hope you don't mind they shared with me. It was tasty! I love Mexican food.
I left the house about the time the newest episode of LOST was supposed to be on, but I couldn't resist stopping by Emily H's house, since she's just down the road from Stephanie, and I adore her. I worried I might interrupt her putting her kids to bed, so I called first. Turns out the kids were already in bed, so I got to spend an hour with Emily, catching up and laughing together. She and her husband are expecting a baby boy and are still looking for names so I suggested a bunch -- some more serious than others. I'm glad I don't have to name a person anytime soon. That just seems like a lot of responsibility. There are so many factors involved!
Then I went home, ate more cookies, and watched LOST on DVR. It was a good night!
Thanks Stephanie and your family and Emily for letting me interrupt your evening. I enjoyed spending time with you and plan to bug you again soon!
I stopped by her house yesterday after work to drop off season 3, and we and her kids just ended up chatting for a couple of hours. It was nice! She even showed me little Peanut's nursery! It's a cute room; she has a bajillion baby blankets. While I was in there, Stephanie stepped out for a minute, and I had a mini-conversation with her youngest son, Wakko, about how nice his mom is. He started it. I wonder if Stephanie knows how much he likes her. As it is, I think she was a bit confused when she came back in and Wakko thanked her for teaching him how to be healthy. It didn't make a lot of sense out of context.
Stephanie's daughter Dot made me cookies (I think to thank me for bringing LOST into their lives). If you ever get a chance to try her Death by Chocolate cookies DO IT! I ate two at their house, and three more when I got home. I seriously considered eating more before bed. Yeah, they're that good. Thanks again Dot!
Before I forget: Mandee, will you email me the recipie for the dish you took to Stephanie's family last night? Hope you don't mind they shared with me. It was tasty! I love Mexican food.
I left the house about the time the newest episode of LOST was supposed to be on, but I couldn't resist stopping by Emily H's house, since she's just down the road from Stephanie, and I adore her. I worried I might interrupt her putting her kids to bed, so I called first. Turns out the kids were already in bed, so I got to spend an hour with Emily, catching up and laughing together. She and her husband are expecting a baby boy and are still looking for names so I suggested a bunch -- some more serious than others. I'm glad I don't have to name a person anytime soon. That just seems like a lot of responsibility. There are so many factors involved!
Then I went home, ate more cookies, and watched LOST on DVR. It was a good night!
Thanks Stephanie and your family and Emily for letting me interrupt your evening. I enjoyed spending time with you and plan to bug you again soon!
Wednesday, April 8
Auditions Galore
Well, I wasn't cast in Oklahoma, and I didn't get called back for Hello Dolly at Hale. Although I am disappointed about both, I can say with complete honesty I'm not surprised about Hello Dolly, and I'm not angry about Oklahoma. I got to see good friends, had another excuse to sing and feel satisfied with my performances, and made a choice to DO something rather than mope about my condo wishing I had an exciting life! Yay me!
Besides, I am looking forward to the Seussical callback next week! I've had the beginning of Dr. Seuss's "The Sneetches" memorized for quite some time 'cause I love the story, and I loved sharing it with the group at the audition. I have my fingers crossed.
Meanwhile, congratulations to all the friends who were cast! I have no doubt you and the plays will be fantastic! Good luck, my darlings!
Besides, I am looking forward to the Seussical callback next week! I've had the beginning of Dr. Seuss's "The Sneetches" memorized for quite some time 'cause I love the story, and I loved sharing it with the group at the audition. I have my fingers crossed.
Meanwhile, congratulations to all the friends who were cast! I have no doubt you and the plays will be fantastic! Good luck, my darlings!
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