Another Great Leap

So I know about 2 people read this blog, but that's okay. I like writing anyway. :) As far as updates go I've got half a million:
-I'm a Sun Devil! Received my ASU acceptance letter about a week ago, and I'm ecstatic. I still can't believe hard work really pays off! I even received a scholarship simply for applying and being a good student in high school. This is definitely a life-lesson that won't soon be forgotten.
-Little Red? Nope. Bigger. The Baker's Wife?! Yeah. THAT big. I'm rather intimidated by the fact that I have to sing at least 2 solos plus a couple duets and the company numbers. I'm also disgusted at how high school kids' jealousy gets in the way of their common sense. Maybe they lacked common sense in the first place, but some of them are just plain rude. I'll take the higher road though, and rise above the criticism and hate-talk. I'll prove 'em wrong again. And they won't have any excuse for doubts.
-Boyfriend is good. He takes me to dinner, we record songs we've written, and he burns me CD's that have some cute songs on them. He's going to college in Tempe too, so maybe we'll get to continue this good thing we've got going. :) He's got a lot of ambition and follows through with his plans, which makes me happy and confident he'll create a good life for himself. And not just talk about it.

Happy New Year!

Wow. 2009 is here at last! It's quite a monumental year for me, and one that always seemed like it would be so far off in the future. There are so many changes that will be taking place this year, I just hope I can handle them well. I graduate this year! *Gasp!* Although it's basically required schooling, I still feel an overwhelming sense of accomplishment to be graduating in the top 25% of my class. I'll be celebrating my 18th birthday, and Athena told me the first thing I have to do is call one of those advertisements on TV that says "Must be 18 or older to purchase". Haha.

As far as celebrations go, ours was pretty low-key. Played guitar and killed some zombies with the Boyfriend, ate some good food, played Jenga and other miscellaneous games to keep us awake. But when we finally sat down to watch some TV, Athena and I were out cold. I don't even remember going to bed! Hope everyone had a safe and happy new year.

Love,
Red

Taking a Breather.

So I have a spare moment to blog! Things have been pretty crazy this past week. I had 6 chambers gigs in 4 days. I am rather sick of singing, I'll have you know. I love entertaining, but there comes a point where I feel like I could fall asleep standing up. I've been thinking about a lot of things lately, but I guess I'll start with the positive. I've really been enjoying the company of my friends lately. Maybe it's bonding with my car buddies for chambers, but I don't feel like I want to crawl in a hole after the day is over.

I've been getting to know this guy, Jon, too. He burns me mix CD's and showed me the studio where his band records. The picture below is from Glendale Glitters. It was funny, we had just stopped for a potty break and I was sitting on the wall outside the bathroom. He comes out and sits next to me and asks "So, what do you wanna do now?" I said, "Well. I'd like to just go sit down somewhere" He says, "We are sitting down..." and I said "Yeah, but can we sit somewhere that's not in front of a restroom?" Hence the restroom sign behind us in the picture. Lol We also went to Starbucks one day and he told the barista his name was Zanzibar and I was his trusty sidekick Gretchen. So every time we get coffee we get Zanzibar and Gretchen written on our cups! He's just a blast to be around.

My friend, Amanda, and I are becoming better friends too. She's similar to me, but different enough to spark my interest. We have the best conversations. And I have all but one class with her this semester, so I hope she doesn't get sick of me! It helps she's in chambers too. She's my DJ in the car and my co-pilot when Ms. Rowe gets a little tricky driving. =]

Now for the other half of my thoughts: These people I've surrounded myself with are fantastic. They're talented, generous. They make smart decisions and know when to draw the line. The other day I heard about an old friend of mine in Utah that got busted at a desert Rave. She was on Ecstasy. She's in jail, can't post bail because her mom doesn't work. I feel bad, sure. I feel bad I can't help at all, and that I've lost touch and find it unbelievable that something like this can happen. But then in the back of my mind I am so grateful to have had the chance to get out. I'm so glad my Dad's job called for a change of scenery. Because I know I'm a smart kid. I've been smart my whole life. I make bad decisions sometimes, but nothing that would get me in that much trouble. What I wonder is if we would have stayed there, what would have happened to me? Would I be dragged into the wrong crowd? Would I have the same morals and principles as I do now? I'm glad I'll never have to find out. Because I love where I'm at. I'm very grateful. =]

Well, one extremely long post should tide my 2 viewers over for a while. =P I'll be back again when finals week is over and I've the chance to breathe again.

Love and fuzzies,
Hailey

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas...Or Else!

So tonight I finished doing the lights for the dance concerts, and it's another transitional period. From one huge project to another, our Chambers gigs start saturday. I'm excited for this year because I get to be a driver in the carpool. My friend Amanda was in the group last year and we're already planning what songs we'll listen to, where we'll eat when we get to go to dinner before gigs, who'll ride with us, etc. It'll be a fun, but stressful season. Which brings on my new slogan, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas...Or Else!" Because no matter how stressed out, grouchy, and unhappy we are we have a job as performers to put on the best show. So slap on a happy face, and sing your little heart out!
Oh! Another fun thing that happened today: I turned in my Performance Report about Triangle Factory to Akers. I gave it to him in the morning, and he had it back to me before fifth hour was over. He made reference to some of the things I said in my report, and I was happy he had read it and taken it to heart. I had mentioned that some people think he's a jerk, a nut, or inconsiderate at times but they never realize everything he does for us. So he wrote as a response "I've seen you grow up so much right before my eyes. Thank you for these kind words. I really appreciate the sincerity. And you know what? I might be a jerk, a nut, and so introverted i can be inconsiderate, but we create something here- Art. And it's people like us who work to keep it the quality it is. Long live Theaterland!"
I had reffered to the drama department as Theaterland, so this made me giggle.
Just some kind words that made me smile. =]
Now, on to the next adventure for Theaterland.

-Hailey

Every New Beginning Comes From Some Other Beginning's End

So, the first blog on this site! I'm excited to get started and see where this leads me, and to have another creative outlet. I'll start with the Holiday:
This might be my last Thanksgiving before going off to college. I was talking to my Mom earlier today and said I keep changing my scope of things. I thought moving to Tucson, away from everything would be great. I could not wait to get out and do things on my own, but then I realized how much I rely on everything familiar. So then I thought going to Tempe for college would not be bad. I'd live in Tempe, see some shows at Gammage, hang out on Mill Ave. come home more often...but even that seemed a little too unfamiliar. Now I'm in the ASU West mindset. Live at home, keep my job, see my high school buddies a little more often, stalk the theater hallway of my high school. Then I realize that's a little creepy and I should just let go, and I go back to the extremes. So I'm undecided as of now, but I think everything will be okay. Mom's blog asked for some "Unconventional Thanks"; things you wouldn't normally think you'd be thankful for. I still think mine are a little to specific, but we'll see if she lets me post it. =]

I am thankful:

For staying 12 hours a day at school and enjoying it.

For the "woo!" girls and their ability to make any situation enjoyable.

For my best friend who is aware there is life after high school, and is also aware that we probably will lose touch, but makes the current time enjoyable anyway.

For singing the same 14 Christmas songs over and over and over again.

For meeting new people, sharing interests in music and finding common ground.

For Peppermint Mochas every Friday morning.

For a good book that makes me think too much.

For a scholarship opportunity that makes at least one decision for me.

For a Grandmother who comes from out of state to see me doing what I love to do.

For laying in bed with my sister, playing video games, and being young[er] again.


Just a few things. =]

--Hailey