First off, I have been living, breathing, sleeping, and eating (okay, maybe not eating...) Secret Garden every day since we came back from Christmas break. It has been EXHAUSTING. But, it has also been one of the most incredible shows that I have had the opportunity to be a part of. Everyone in it was soooooo talented, and the show in and of itself is amazing. It gave me a totally new perspective on our relationships with those who have already moved on to the next life. Plus, I got to play an Indian lady which was pretty darn cool. I loved every second that I got to spend dying of the cholera, learning Indian chants, cursing evil headmistresses, getting henna tattoos, and hanging out with all of my wonderful friends who have done nothing but inspire me since I've met them. I love you all! ;)
This is a picture from our actual show... The whole thing was chock full of awesome effects thanks to our technical crew. What would we do without them? Secondly, (I don't remember if I've mentioned this before... it's been so long...) I am the Drama Sterling Scholar for Orem High, and I have therefore had to compose a 20 page portfolio about myself. Who the HECK wants to write twenty pages about themselves!?!?!?!? Not me, that's for sure. But I FINISHED! And in a timely manner too. Huzzah! And now I have this big long book where I brag about all of my accomplishments for my posterity and such. Yay. Anyways, I am hoping to high heaven that it pays off and I am able to move on past region, so that I can perhaps get some money for college (then again, I also realize that drama sterling scholars from all over the state are mostly likely hoping to high heaven the exact same thing...). Only time will tell.
And now for an update on my new year's resolutions... It's kind of an embarrassing story, but I haven't been keeping up on them very well... Don't get me wrong, I was very diligent for the first few weeks, but life has just gotten in the way of improving my life recently... Here are the ones I have been working on:
-Reading the scriptures every day. I haven't been able to quite do a chapter every night, but I have been diligent in my personal study. It has definitely made a difference in my life, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is wanting to draw closer to their Savior.
-No sugar. I am having withdrawals, but so far, I have not given in. In your face.
-Reading the Harry Potter books again. I have finished The Sorcerer's Stone, and I am now in the middle of The Prisoner of Azkaban (I know that's out of order, but don't judge. I couldn't find The Chamber of Secrets at my house, so I figured I'd go back and catch that one later).
And here are the ones that I need to revive now that I am done with Secret Garden and have a life again:
-Going to the temple once a month. Phoebe has had to get to school really early for solo and ensemble, and I have been staying up really late because of the show, but I am still planning on taking Satan down with this early-morning strategy.
-Doing vocalizes every morning. I have been warming up and singing PLENTY, but I need to get back in the habit of doing this.
-Exercise 20 minutes a day. Yeah, I don't know what happened to this one... Not enough time? Exhaustion due to musical? Laziness? All of the above? Either way, this will happen.
-Hanging out with the fam. My siblings have probably forgotten that I exist, since I have been living at the school for so long. Fortunately I have not forgotten them, and they will be seeing a lot more of me now whether they want to or not!
-And finally, getting good grades in college. This is not possible since I am not yet in college, and I therefore feel no guilt for having not completed this goal.
Besides bringing my resolutions back from the dead, I am also anticipating Orem High's Thoroughly Modern Millie auditions that are coming up next week (not much of a break from rehearsals, but I'll live)! I am really excited about this show, but the thought is also kind of depressing since it will be my last show in high school :( Provided that I get in of course... But let's not talk about that.
So, that is basically what my life has been like for the past little while. Busy, yes, but good busy, and I am really grateful that I have made it out of this crazy month alive. Hopefully I will be blogging more often so that I don't lose the interest of any more of you! :)
Thanks for listening! Over and out!
Oh! I almost forgot. My drawing challenge? The break from it that began in the middle of December lasted longer than I expected. I am hoping that I can bring it back sooner than later. Who knows? Definitely not me, but a girl can dream, right?
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