No words. Just. So. Funny.

Oh man... I can't believe I haven't posted in a month. I'm ALWAYS ontop of this blog .

We have not been "out" of dog food for almost a week, and therefor just feeding them wet food, rice, chicken pieces, etc.

Finally, I did not track down a black with pink lettering North Face at 4 different Dick's... I also do not giggle like a child every time I walk into Dick's. I also did not giggle at that previous sentance. I'm totally mature.

What did YOU "not" do this week?

Not Me Monday is Back...

Ever feel like you just spent more time looking at and thinking about how to clean and organize your office/laundry/mail/dog/etc. than it would have taken to actually just DO it? Then join me in revealing your beautifully perfect imperfections.

I did not squeal with delight this past week when I realized Monopoly was back at McDonald's... I'm constantly eating healthy and have been limiting my fast-food budget.

Additionally, I did not eat 8... umm, 10... ok, 12 Rolo's in bed after I had brushed my teeth, and then let Titan munch on one of the wrappers. Besides bad oral hygiene, foil is bad for dogs and I just wouldn't go there.

I also did not, while teaching some of my dancers a great stretch for their hip flexibility, say, "This will be useful for all stages of life," under my breath. I then did not check to see if they had actually heard me, and upon realizing they had not, start laughing hysterically to myself. Poor judgement and bad humor is not funny. I am totally appropriate. Always.

Want to join in? Share your, "Not Me's!!" in my comment section or do one on your own blog page!

It feels so good to be honest now doesn't it?! :)

Happy Birthday to the Man I Love... and such

Ok, so it's two days late... but we've been celebrating the past few nights :)

October 6th is a beautiful day in my world... it marks the day when, in 1983, the most amazing man came into this world and from there forward, I (well, since about 2000) get to celebrate his awesomeness.

So to my handsome husband who is an amazing friend, wonderful doggie Daddy, partner in crime and the absolute love of my life-

Happy Birthday Ben!!!

In other news, the new gutters are up and look AWESOME (new levels of cool have been achieved on our part :)

Ben's been loving his his job at Apple (visit him! It's the store in Naperville). It's been such a blessing to see him in a job he's not only awesome at but also loves with a company he's truly passionate about.

I'm still loving my busy but full schedule- High School Musical opens the end of the month and runs until November 9th- click on the link for tickets!!! I'm the "Directoreographer" (Assistant Director/Choreographer) for this one and Athena will be making her official debut as Sharpay's puppy... she has half a dozen outfits, a glittery leash, and her very own picture and bio in the program!!! It will be exciting on so many levels!!!

Fall is in the air... this is my favorite time of year... love!!!

Home Ownership at its Finest!!!

We're finally getting new gutters on the house today after wanting to do it since last Fall...

Is it weird that I'm giddy about it? That, even thought it's not a "remodel" or vacation or something I'd usually be ecstatic to spend mucho $$ on, I feel like having a House-Warming party for the new gutters?

That I want to create "Meet Our New Arrival!" announcements?

It may be time for us to have kids...

In other news, my bestest Liz and hubby Nathan and my pseudo-nephew and niece are flying in from Cali TONIGHT. I can hardly contain myself.

Joy joy joy joy joy.

Hi My Name is Anna, how is your septum?

So the last month has been a whirlwind for us...

- The opening (and then closing) of West Side Story (to date, the most amazing production I have ever been blessed to be a part of).
- Ben's training with Apple and subsequent opening of the Naperville Mainplace Apple Store!
- Preparing for my two weeks of Alcon training in Ft. Worth, TX.
- Lauren (Ben's sister!) graduated from SIU!!!
- We cashed in our Clunker and got a sweet, supped-up Ford Focus (yea eco-car!).
- Getting ready to start Choreographing/Assistant Directing High School Musical for CYT McHenry!
- Titan turned 2!
- Ben diligently working on his degree with the home stretch in sight!
- Present state of earning my mini-PhD in nasal, ear, and ocular anatomy while IN Texas (only one more week to go!)

In other news,
- I am NOT pregnant, thankyouverymuch.
- Athena learned how to jump off of the deck (as in, the fenced-in deck).
- Ben got his hair cut.


And now in honor of my 6 year anniversary of being with the Disney College Program, I leave you a little Princess love...

West Side Story!!!

Back in 2000, during the Fall of my Senior year, I had the unique privilege of being in the Illinois All-State Production of West Side Story. It was truly one of the most formative experiences of my creative life and an absolute honor to represent my school as a Jet Girl :-)

This year, Broadway unleashed what can only be called a stunning revival of Jerome Robbins' and Bernstein/Sondheim's classic work that won numerous Tony nominations and features Karen Olivio, who won the Tony award for her role as Anita.

And now, this summer, I have had the honor and privilege of being involved in one of the finest pieces of work I believe CYT has ever done. Late last spring we opened auditions to all of our students aged 14-20 from every county (in the style of an all-state show) and cast 50 of the most talented kids in Illinois to put on this amazing, timeless production.

Get your tickets NOW (I'm not kidding, it will be next to impossible to get them at the door!) to any one of our six performances by clicking here or calling the box office at 847.516.2298:

Friday, July 24th @ 7:00pm

Saturday, July 25th @ 7:00pm

Sunday, July 26th @ 3:00pm

Friday, July 31st @ 7:00pm
Saturday, August 1st @ 7:00pm
Sunday, August 2nd @ 3:00pm

All performances are at

Huntley High School Performing Arts Center

13719 Harmony Rd.

Huntley, IL 60142

This truly is a don't-miss experience. Let me know what show you are coming to... I can't wait to see you there!