Scanning pics

Tonight I scanned a ton of pictures - all the ones my mom requested, some from a photoshoot with Spenser, David and a gerbera daisy, and one of my favorite pieces Woody choreographed.

Is it Monday or Tuesday or Friday?

I finally went to work today. It's throwing my week off. I think it's Tuesday, but it sure feels like Monday, but I really want it to be Friday.

David got a lot done today - more things towards getting the house sold. He even investigated movers! He also took Spenser for a walk down the driveway and back and Spenser is still here with us. Of course after such a productive day, David has to take an epic long nap right when I'm ready for dinner and a movie. Hmmm. Could this be a night to myself??!!

Spenser Still Breathing

We contemplated putting Spenser down this morning. He couldn't sit up on his own or walk. Then around 8am things changed, David carried him outside to see if he could do his business. He let Spenser go and lo and behold Spenser started hobbling around on his own. He took care of his business and only fell on his face once. He also ate breakfast. Spenser's vet said it's too early to give up. Later in the morning, David laid down some protective rubbery plastic on the floor. Spenser managed to get up on his own and walk to the living room where he's still laying now. If Spenser doesn't continue to improve by Friday, then we'll have that hard decision to make again. But we'll give him time to show us. Rock on Spenser!

Austin Round of Farewells - Last Day

Saturday was my last day for my Austin Farewell Tour. I did some last minute shopping, arranged some floral arrangements for Kate and Kathy and picked up a six pack of Shiner for David. I thought he'd need a beer by the time I got home. I did too - it turned out.



I took my last class from Kathy Dunn Hamrick at Cafe Dance.

Tanya met me after class. We walked next door to Russell's Bakery for lunch and caffeine. Our visits are too few and far between. Hopefully we'll figure out a trip to New York soon!

After lunch I hit the road for home. About two hours in, the air conditioning went out. Talk about kickin' it old style! Maybe this is preparation for going back to college - like driving those beaters I did when I was last in college. I REALLY hope not!

Austin Round of Farewells - Third Day

Tanya came into town yesterday morning. By lunch we were at the original Kirby Lane Cafe off 35th and Kirby. Also on 35th is where my great-grandparents' house is/was. My great-grandfather made musical instruments. Ironical, across the street is a music shop now - Fiddler's Green.

Tanya and I drove around trying to find some old haunts. We eventually went shopping till I got too disgusted. We dropped by Amy's Ice Cream - of course and also Austin Java. It was a miserably hot, humid day. We were cursing our jeans and agreeing that westcoast weather was much more agreeable.

The last night of improv performance went well. I finally got a picture of Kirsche!

This picture of Jennifer and I was taken my Jennifer's boyfriend, Dan, before Thursday night's performance.

I love walking around Austin around 7:30 when the sun is less oppressive. I wonder how many music related sculptures are around Austin.

Austin Round of Farewells - Second Day

I had a wonderful lunch with Andrea Beckham at East Side Cafe. East Side is one my favorite haunts. I used to live down the street from it as a starving student. I really couldn't afford to eat there, but every once in a while, I'd buy an appetizer so I could get some of their yummy organic food. They have a wonderful garden!

My friend Kirsche is studying to get her massage license and needed a client to work on for credit hours. Lucky me! Kirsche and went to school at UT together, she eventually moved to California and other places and now is back in Austin where we are also dancing together in the Improvisation Program for Big Range. I really need to get a picture of her!

Austin Round of Farewells

Yesterday I met Tom at Clementine's on Manor Road on the east side of town. I'm so glad I've been able to reconnect with him this past year!

I later met my ole friend David Yeakle at Whole Foods for an early dinner before dress rehearsal. I'll miss seeing him during my occasional trips to Austin.

Ballet Austin's Ventures Studio Theatre where we're performing tomorrow and Friday night.

This is Thomas, one of my favorite musicians, striking the microphone.