A Good Morning Text

December 20. 10:48AM EST.

"Hey beautiful. I'm currently in Maryland." ~ Hector

Wonderful Weekend

Just a heads up. My computer is doing the thing again, so I basically caved and am now typing this in the library. Blog withdrawal.

FUN WEEKEND. Lots and lots to tell. Back to bullets.

• For reasons that needn't be discussed, Mae is no longer the Stage Manager (pledge mom) for Alpha Psi. Of course that isn't a position that can be left open since that person is the bridge between current members and potential new members. SO. We had lots of voting to do. We first voted that the position could be a co-management position this year, considering how last minute it was and the fact that we are ALL insanely busy. After a few nominated people, myself included, left the room, the group had a long discussion, which I'm still kind of curious about. By the end, Jess Anderson and I were voted as the co-stage managers. We're both really excited to get things started for this new class. Hopefully we're able to do a good job and be as helpful as they need us to be. There's a lot to be done, and I want to be there for Jess in whatever capacity possible. SIDENOTE Jess and her boyfriend Michael have been dating for over two years. Their song is Your Guardian Angel. You already know what my reaction to that news was <3
• I went home for the weekend. I spent the first night helping my mom babysit Cristina. Poor thing is teething, so she's already fussy. She's also developed what we call "mamitis" (in Spanish), so basically if she doesn't see her mom or dad the little girl starts wailing. It breaks my heart, but I enjoy every possible moment with her.
• I hung out with Eric on Saturday. We went to Panera, and then we went to AEHS to see their fall show, Figments. Oh my goodness. I loved it. So cute. And Eric was such a good sport about the whole evening. 
• At the show I saw Alex, Jason, and Brian. Oh my darling. I can't begin to describe how much happiness filled my heart spending time with them. I can't believe how much I missed them. And how much they missed me as well. It was so healing. I also saw a WHOLE BUNCH of my babies, and it made me ache for my school. I'm not living in the past, I don't think. But that auditorium is home. And the little ones make sure I always feel welcome. Hugging Spencer is one of the best feelings ever. After the show, the boys went on a Kenny's run for old times' sake and invited me to join them. It was my first time ever stepping foot in Kenny's. Finally.
• Hector texted me. All evening. My dearest darlingest friend who I miss oh so much. He's coming back for Christmas. I finally get to see him again. Words can't describe how big my smile was when he told me. He also said he'd like to see me outside of church, and proceeded to shower me in compliments as he always does. Seriously, I'm gonna marry that kid haha. I just need it to be December like, NOW.
• Sunday morning brunch with the ladies of our family at Silver Diner. SO much fun. I love spending time with those girls, they are always such a delight. And yes to good food. Just yes.
• Went shopping with Karla and the baby, so now I have a new jacket and boots for Europe :3
• MONDAY ISN'T WEEKEND BUT I'M COUNTING IT ANYWAY. Last night was our first rehearsal for Jack & the Beanstalk. Can we please just talk about how good it feels to be back in a rehearsal process? I'm stressed and overbooked and trying to manage my time and the one thing that makes me busiest is the one thing that keeps me sane. I will get everything done though. As crazy as it sounds, working in the theatre just motivates me to do better. It breathes new life in me. And I'm back in it. And I'm going to be in a show with a wonderful cast of people and a crazy director. I'm in heaven ^_^

"I Love Theatre People"

First off. EMILY IS HERE. OH MY GOSH MY ROOMMATE IS BACK AND I LOVE HER SO MUCH AND I'M SO GLAD I FINALLY GET TO SPEND THIS WEEKEND WITH EHR AFTER A CRAZY 5 MONTHS OF MISSING HER! AHHH

After tonight's show of Pygmalion (huge crowd, by the way, and everything went beautifully!), I got out of my dress, grabbed my wrapped gift, and headed to the theatre with my girls. I was so happy they'd participate in an Alpha Psi event with me. We were having another dog party. For the event I BOUGHT A LIGHT SABER. And I wrapped it in One Direction paper so that no one would want it. It was the first thing someone grabbed. And after much fighting and yelling and struggle. I WON. I GOT IT. I GOT IT BACK AND IT IS MINE AND I HAVE A LIGHT SABER AND IT IS BEAUTIFUL. The lot of us are so crazy. Seriously. And I was so glad to see that the girls were enjoying themselves and had fun with everyone. Afterwards we played Sardines. Lauren and I teamed up and had a blast running through that theater in the dark. Afterwards we sat and conversed and laughed outside the theater with some wonderful people. I am just now getting back, and my roommate isn't here so I can take my time writing this and getting into my PJs without disturbing anyone. It's a lovely feeling. Ugh. Being surrounded by wonderful people. It's all a girl can ask for.

You Are The Angel

I think I've figured it out. The reason why Hector and I have always been able to have 3 hour long conversations without ever experiencing a dull moment. He does A LOT of the talking XD

But in all seriousness. Every time he calls it brightens my day. Reconnecting with an old friend. Sharing our struggles and our successes. And it doesn't hurt that he always has something nice to say about me haha. The title is lyrics from one of his songs which was slightly relevant in our conversation today. He is someone I definitely wish I could see again.

I guess I have a thing for friends in faraway places.

Sidenote: Missing Blogs!

Reason 314: "Good morning, gorgeous. :) For Father's Day we would like our youth group to perform a skit & I would absolutely love if an expert, like yourself, could help Jennifer & I organize it. Let me know what you think. Have a great rest of the day!"

D'aww, they love me. Sounds like fun! Yay theatre in church! :D

And now, Neji is a turtle.

SIDENOTE: What is happening to my blogs?!!? First off, I went to our tumblr and it was... different? There were no posts. And the layout is funny. I don't. What? Also, I followed Mama Kowaleski here on blogger and now her blog seems to have been deleted? Cries for days! I loved reading it!

"You Can't Be Friends With Ghosts"

Reason 298: My co-worker's daughter is THE. CUTEST. THING. She tried to help, she truly did. She just had so much energy and was constantly giggly and smiley. And she loved to play. She asked me what lemons were, and when I told her, she told me her recipe for lemonade. "First, you have to find the sours. Then you make lemonade. And then you need customers." Seriously. the cutest. And she was watching Brave, both in Spanish and English, basically all day. She brightened the entire store right up.

6 years since my Abuelita Rosa Margarita passed. And she's sorely missed <3

Doing great things for you.

Personal Invite

Reason 283: Cole messaged me today. "Oh but before I forget. As a friend of mine, Nick's, Jon's, and now Alex's. You are always welcome over at the house next year for food and shinanigens." Honestly, that touched my heart. It's nice to feel accepted :)

What needs to happen is I need to stow away in your suitcase

Cut the Lamb Cake!

Reason 245: We had dinner at Karla's! We being my mom, Karla, Eric, Eric's parents, Eric's sister Lisa, Lisa's husband AJ, AJ's parents, and myself. YAY BIG DINNER. With AWESOME food and an adorable cake that looked like a lamb. I love days that I get to see Karla. And she and Eric looked all cute and matchy! She had on a baby pink dress with white polka dots. You could see her baby bump really well. Oh goodness I am too excited for this child. THEY ALSO HAVE A NAME PICKED OUT! Of course, they're not gonna tell us, the sneaky ones. And by sneaky I mean incredibly smart. Well done. You can't say nuffin!

Happy Mars Day (30 Seconds to Mars)

and Happy 5 years of being in Canada.

Missing you for 5 years really SUCKS. But I'm glad you've found a place to call home. <3

When I See You Again

Reason 138: So Karla has been sick. Really sick. This pregnancy has been a massive struggle for her. I believe she's 14 weeks today? Anyway, she has Hyperemesis Gravidarum. I'll be honest, I've been worried about her all day. She's went to the hospital today (same as usual, she goes every 3 days or so for an IV), but tonight they asked her to stay there. Just to monitor her, but obviously my concern grew. But after waiting and worrying for hours, I'm happy to say that I saw her. And she is feeling better. Obviously, she's not cured or anything near that. But she was in good spirits, and she seemed to be well rested. She has eaten a little more today, and has yet to be sick. I'm happy because I got to see her and calm my nerves. I'm happy because I came home to her. I'm happy because she is happy. I'm happy because, as much trouble as this little one is, this baby will receive so much love from Karla & Eric. I don't know if I've really missed home, but I've definitely missed my sister. I'd like to thank everyone who has kept Karla in their prayers and ask them to continue doing so. It's the least I can do for the person who practically raised me and made me who I am today, and has come to be my best friend. I can't wait to spend a month and a half with her, gladly by her side <3

PS: As mentioned previously (to you, not on the blog), we've been referring to the baby by the size (thanks to a nifty app that compares your baby's size to objects). So the line goes: Sweet Pea, Blueberry, Rasberry, Olive, Walnut, Lime, Plum, Peach, and now Navel Orange :)