I asked Alex what he wanted for his birthday and he said fried okra. Fried okra.

God I love that kid.

State

I am so proud of Alex. He did such a fantastic job today at State Drama contest. He and his girl Holland came in 8 out of 28.

The first show Alex was in was "The Wizard of Oz". Mrs. Clark was directing this show during the summer to raise money for her high school drama class. Alex was a Munchkin and was featured in "The Lollipop Guild". He loved being a part of this show and I could tell then and there that he was hooked.

Denise and I directed several summer shows together and Alex was a part of these shows including: Into the Woods, Grease, Pippin, Guys & Dolls and Once Upon a Matress.

His freshman year in high school, Alex was cast as LeFou in Beauty and the Beast. What a joy to see him in his first high school production. That winter, I directed Godspell and Alex was also in that cast. He grew a lot his freshman year, working on staying in character. He was cast as Trevor Graydon in Thoroughly Modern Millie his sophmore year. Junior year was Pat Gilbert in State Fair. His senior year the school did Annie Get Your Gun. Alex was Frank Butler to his girl's Annie Oakley. They has great chemistry on stage and I know they has such a good time doing the show together.

Getting to see him perform today was such a joy. The piece Funeral Parlor is so smart and they were fabulous in their roles. It is such an honor to advance to the state level and not only did they finish well, they beat their competition from Districts!

Alex not only did you "break a leg" today, but you gave me many great memories to cherish!

What a Day

My head is still spinning.

Blackout

What a run! For the past two months, I have been surrounded by the most talented, creative people. It was such a treat to be an integral part of this production.

Wonder what we will do next?

Hurt

I am hurt. I am trying not to be, but I am. I am trying so hard to believe I don't care, but I do.

Break a Leg

Jekyll & Hyde goes up tomorrow. The show is fantastic and I've had so much fun helping put it all together.

40:31

and those who wait on the Lord
shall renew their strength
they shall lift their wings
and mount up as eagles,
they shall run and not be weary,
they shall walk and not faint.

Isaiah 40:31

Pics

Ethan at his baptism. I am so very proud of him!


Alex and Holland (on the far right) waiting to hear they are going to state for their humorous duet "Funeral Parlor".

Big Weekend

Alex received a I rating on his vocal solo at district contest. This has been a long time coming. He's worked so hard to get where he is at and to say I am proud, isn't enough.....

Ethan is home from the Pastor Class. He's made the decision to be baptised on Palm Sunday. To say I am proud doesn't even begin to explain my feelings....

Our gig went well tonight. Lots of people I invited came and that's always a plus! I am still so grateful for the chance to do something that I love to do.

Confrontation

I cried at rehearsal tonight. Confrontation was simply amazing.