AUDITION

So, in the wake of my endorphin high from running a half marathon, I made a last minute decision to audition for the musical "Secret Garden." I love this play (have for 17 years) and really wanted to be involved when I found out it was being staged in St. George. My kids auditioned Earlier this week, but there are only 2 children's parts-- not auspicious odds especially in a town like St. George where musical prowess is highly valued.

Anyway, the timing was horrible. Robert's Grandma passed away Wednesday (she was 95-- a long full life-- and was ready to go) and so many cousins and aunts and uncles were coming for the funeral, and for a barbeque last night. We haven't seen many of them since we were married. Callbacks will be today at 1, during the family dinner. Additionally, the schedule is horrible. I really don't have the TIME to do this even if I did have the talent.

I'm not expecting a callback. I like singin, but I'm not great. I get that. I just had to try it because if I didn't I'd be kicking myself for years. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. It's just like this marathon. I've got to try and once I start to try, I have a hard time giving up. Thinking about it takes me back to high school. Of how afraid I was of Mr. Ennis' Physics class or Mrs. Harbke's Honors English. SHAME ON ME. I don't ever want my kids to be afraid of things that might push them or stretch them.

The more we do that we think we can't, the more we think we can do absolutely anything. That's why our family motto is "WE DO HARD THINGS".

Just a thought