I have a really good excuse for not writing last night. Because one of my friends was under the weather, a gathering of our friends was changed to my home at the last minute. I was incredibly grateful that I felt SO well yesterday...and that I had the stamina to stay up past 9:30. And this brings me to my joy for yesterday.
Just after we moved into our home, (almost a year and a half ago), I auditioned for our LDS stake's musical, "The Music Man." I had been in the play in high school and just couldn't pass up the opportunity to be part of something so fun. And, I knew it would be a fantastic opportunity to get to know people in the stake. I was thrilled when I was asked to play the part of Maud Dunlop--one of the Pick-A-Little ladies. Little did I know at the time what a fantastic group of ladies I would have the opportunity to work with!
During the course of rehearsals, hat decorating, and life situations, we Pick-A-Littles became a pretty tight-knit little group. (Not to mention the love triangle we watched unravel, the "male dancers" we laughed about, our favorite togas, and trying to make each other lose it on stage.) We discovered that we have quite a lot of fun with each other! By the time the play ended, we knew that we just couldn't go too long without gathering to pick-a-little, talk-a-little. I am pleased to say that next week marks the one year anniversary of opening night--and since that time, we have gathered once a month, (more or less).
I honestly don't know what I would do without these fabulously amazing women! They are the kind of friends that you know you can just be yourself around--and they will love you anyway. After all, they've seen me at my best and worst and can still stand to be my friends! Plus, they have taught me so much through their examples. Their friendships bring me joy. And, let me tell you, chatting with them last night was certainly worth the late night and (hopefully) early bedtime I will enjoy tonight!
P.S. Mel: We certainly missed you--and I hope you're feeling MUCH, MUCH better!
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2 comments:
Good friends are the best! After 3 years here, I'm finally, really going out of my way to make some. I'm glad the perfect situation worked out for you so quickly!
And...your "good enough" blog post was awesome. I loved all the details! Sometimes "good enough" is the best we've got!
I had a fantastic time with all of you as well! And boy am I thankful I auditioned for that musical. I had no idea how much of an impact it (and those I'd get to know so well) would make on my life. XOXO!
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