My New Philosophy

I can't stand it!

Okay...that's in a GOOD way. I was recently cast in a production of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown as Sally." As I've said in past posts, it's been a while since I've been in a show. But, the opportunity has finally arrived-I'm sure God was getting a little sick of my whining, but his timing is perfect. Seven years and two kids later can do a lot to a body...I find my self worn out and winded after choreography rehearsals...and most of the choreography has been walking and singing at the same time, I've had to work extra hard to get my vocal muscle back into shape and my support system (breathing properly while singing) is also being challenged once again. BUT, this is all good stuff. I'm so excited that I really can't stand it-I had forgotten how much I love being in a show...creating a character off of a flat page, learning the challenging music, realizing that I finally have the choreography down and building upon old (Cheryl, Ben, Tim) and new (Maury, David and Chad) friendships. Of course, this experience wouldn't be so great if it weren't for my close friends who are involved in the production...Wendy is directing, Lori is the choreographer and Becci is the Assistant Director. We've also got this amazing accompanist/music director, Chad. We've decided he's going to be our Woodstock.

It's been busy...but a good busy. I've been away from my family quite a bit, but as my dear friend, Lori, reminded me my kids are going to get to see their mom doing something she loves...for God's glory. How cool is that? I feel so overwhelmingly blessed to have been chosen to play the part of Sally. She's a little like me...sassy and opinionated (I'm sure many of you have NEVER seen those sides of me). She's always coming up with new philosophies...ways to help her deal with curve balls thrown her way (or to let people know that their opinion is wrong because it conflicts with hers).

What's my new philosophy? Well, it's actually nothing new, but something God's having to remind me of...a lot. His timing is perfect and he knows the deepest desires of our hearts. I have spent a lot of time praying for an opportunity to be in a show over the past seven years-and much more time wondering if God heard me. God knew exactly when the right time would be, who the right production staff would be, the right cast and the right show....and that time is now.

Woohoo!!!!