Just Like Lucy

I just found out that Lucille Ball and I are seventh cousins.

No wonder I'm so funny.

Well, Hello!

Having season tickets to Hale Center Theatre definitely has it's advantages.

1. I get to go to every show.
2. I have really good seats.
3. I see shows I probably wouldn't normally buy a ticket for.
4. I usually get to go with my mom, since she buys the seat next to me.
5. Sometimes I get to take someone else, like my niece.
6. The chairs are cushy.
7. The air conditioner is quite lovely.
8. I love live theatre.
9. Hale Centre Theatre is really, really good.

But mostly, I like having season tickets because

10. I get to see amazing productions such as this:


Of course, I've seen the movie a million times; and yes, I know a whole lot of the words to the songs; but I had never seen it on stage before. This was my first time. And I LOVED it!

All that singing and dancing and music. It just makes you feel good, you know?

Parades and Pioneers

Bountiful Handcart Days Parade

Megan and her 'idol', Carol.

Go UTES!

Bitner Pride

Here are some pictures from our Breneman Barr Bitner reunion last week at the Noni Tahitian Gardens in Orem. I don't know about you, but I'm darn proud to be a Bitner.

Tough Choice

I got a coupon in my email from ldssingles.com: If I act now, I can save 25% on a 6-month membership. That's not a bad deal. Now I just have to decided which is more important: a husband or that new pair of shoes?

Self Diagnosis

I think I have mouse elbow. Is that possible?

Rosemary, Thyme, and Tony

I've been watching this t.v. series I picked up at the library:


It's about two gardeners turned detective, as each job site invariably comes with a murder or two. It's kind of fun, but very predictable: each episode is basically the same, only the method of murder being different. (And yet, the police never seem to notice that these two show up every time there is a mysterious death...)

I still have a whole season to go, but the best episode so far is the one that included him:


Anthony Andrews.

The episode was hilarious! His character was great and had crazy mannerisms. And every time he was on screen I would laugh because all I could see him as was Sir Percival Blakeney.

And, I've been thinking...it's a long weekend: it would be a good time to get me some Scarlet Pimpernel action.

Falling Short of Neverland

I finally turned in all my paperwork to become a fully-benefited employee.

It is a good thing.

The problem is, I never did want to become an adult.

Oh, why do we have to grow up?

Watch this!

Blond at the Roots

You know you are having a serious blond moment when your mom says,

"Get with it, Jill. You're not normally this ditsy."

Thanks, Mom; I'll try.

Eloquence at it's Best

There is a new guy who works in Print and Mail Services. I know nothing about him; I don't know if he is married, or if he is a student, or if he is an ex-con just off parole. All I know is that he is incredibly hot and has a really cool accent.

Yesterday, he delivered something to my office. In reference to the double-copied receipt he gave me, the following conversation ensued:

Him: Sign one copy, and you can keep the other.
Me: So, I just sign on the line?

Um, hello? Of course you sign on the line, dummy.

It's a wonder I'm still single; I have such a way with words.

"Rwon, Rwon!"

Not as much action as I would have thought,
but still completely awesome!

Oh, and Ron Weasley and Lavendar Brown?
BRILLIANT!!!

Oh Yeah

Still Recovering

Disco Bowling and Jukebox
+
Ryan's Interpretive Thriller Dance
+
A Riotous Round of the Story Game
+
Too Small Camo Flannel Pants
+
Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream
+
The Word 'Hesmenes'
+
Can't-Breathe-Because-Laughing-Too-Hard
=
One Crazy Friday Night

In Remembrance of Days Long Past

I really should be banned from eBay.

Either that or not get so bored at work.

I know it's been a while, but do you remember this?:


(Flashback to Jr. High, with multiple trips to Top Hat
and watching this movie over and over again.)

Sweet Swirling Onion Rings!!!

Kids, I think we might need to have a party.

Messy, but Still Cute

Cole

Will



Happy Birthday, Boys!

Izzy Rides Again

Problem: Timing Belt (among other things)

Cost: Parts x Labor = $$$$

But well worth it.

Welcome home, Izzy!

Conversations with Triple A

Izzy died on my way to church yesterday. He just stopped working and silently rolled to a stop. There I was, sitting on South Temple, trying to get my car to restart and not being successful. Luckily, Izzy had decided to pass out right in front of a house with four burly men sitting outside. They were very nice burly men and offered to give me a push around the corner. Once settled, I called AAA.

Phone Call #1:

AAA Operator 1: Triple A Emergency Roadside Assistance. How can I help you?
Me: Hi, my car broke down and I need a tow truck.
AAAO1: Okay. Do you have your AAA card on hand? Can you give me your membership number?
Me: My number is xxx-xx-xxxxx.
AAAO1: Okay, it says here that your membership has expired. Would you like to renew your membership today?
Me: Um, my card says that it doesn't expire until July 2010. I shouldn't have to renew it.
AAAO1: Would you be willing to talk to our Membership department about this?
Me: Yeah, sure.

He transfers me to Membership Department

Membership Department: I understand you wish to renew your membership. Can I get your account number?
Me: My number is xxx-xx-xxxxx.
MD: The charge for renewal of this membership will be $79. Will that be Visa or MasterCard?
Me: Um, my card says it doesn't expire until July 2010. Why do I need to renew it if it has already been renewed and doesn't expire until July 2010?
MD: We send out the new cards at time of billing, not at time of renewal. Will that be Visa or MasterCard?
Me, with a heavy sigh: Visa.
MD: Thank you for renewing your membership. Have a great day!

Click. She hangs up.

Phone Call #2:

AAA Operator 2: Triple A Emergency Roadside Assistance. How can I help you?
Me: My car died and I need a tow truck.
AAAO2: Can I get your membership number?
Me: xxx-xx-xxxxx.
AAAO2, looking at her computer: Did you call us already today?
Me: Yes. They hung up on me.
AAAO2: Oh, sorry. Where do you need the tow truck to come?
Me: South Temple and 900 East.
AAAO2: I'm sorry, I'm having a hard time finding you on the map. What was the address again?
Me: South Temple and 900 East.
AAAO2: What South Temple?
Me: South Temple.
AAAO2: I can't find it...
Me: South Temple, the name of the street is South Temple.
AAAO2: Um, okay....

A little while later, the tow truck comes.

Tow Truck Guy: So, what's wrong with your car?
Me: I don't know. It just died while I was driving.
TTG, appraising my vehicle: Oh, I know what the problem is.
Me: You do? What is it?
TTG: It's a Ford.
Me, thinking silently: Gee, thanks.

Poor Izzy. I hope his resuscitation isn't too expensive.

Rumor Has It

I heard that they are making a new movie of Jane Eyre, produced by BBC, that is supposed to be released sometime in 2009.

As you know, Jane Eyre is quite possibly the best books ever written. I have read it many times and will yet read it again. It is an amazing book that has been adapted again and again for the big screen. There are at least 4 different/older versions of the movie that I can think of and I am sure there are more that I am unaware of. And yet, each and every one of these versions is a disappointment. Mr. Rochester is too harsh, Jane is too pretty (or too ugly), they mess up the story, they mess up the romance, they cut out the best speeches, etc. They get it all wrong.

To hear that they are making a new movie of Jane Eyre excites me. I have been waiting for a film that can truly capture the emotion and feeling of the book, something movie makers have yet to accomplish, and hope that this new film just might be the one.

However, as I search for and google this new film, I come up with nothing. There is absolutely zero information about it. The only bit of news I can find is the actress who is to play Jane. And as for the release date? Well, 2009 is more than half over and there is still not the slightest peep. It's discouraging. And I begin to wonder: Is the rumor to be believed?

Oh, the suspense!