"An' it breaks your heart cuz ya gave so much"

So okay...I'll vent a little here...
Last night Joy had made tnetative plans with a group of folks to come out to the park and see THE LION THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE. She went out and bought a bunch of snacks and wine, made some yummy beer cheese, and spent a great deal of time getting herself and the wolverine (her nickname for our boy) together to go out (NOT the easiest of tasks) ...and what happened? Nobody friggin showed up. And worse???No one CALLED to say they weren't showing up. Listen folks, I know people have their lives and things to do, and people to see, etc. But guess what? There is such a thing as common courtesy, and part of that courtesy includes a phone call if you're bailing on a planned outing. It's not that we're that pissed, but even though she won't admit it, it did kinda hurt my wife's feelings a bit...Which I guess DOES piss me off, cause she's a sweet, generous woman who always goes the extra mile to do for others, and when folks take that for granted I get a little miffed! But in truth, I'm not sure why I'm even putting it up here, as most of those folks don't read this blog anyway, but dammit what's the good in having a nice little cyberspace forum if you can't vent every now and again?
People are a funny lot. Joy and I have moved around so much in our (almost) 13 years together (July 31st, for those keeping score) that we have friends spread out all over the country. Perhaps thats why we've always felt a bit like outsiders wherever we go. We both pretty much came to the realization long ago that there are two kinds of folks: Those that keep their friends together, and those that are "kept" together via someone else's efforts. So many people have come in and out of our lives over the years due to a sort of "out of sight/out of mind" way of looking at things. Fortunately, though, we do have a nice group of folks that seem invested enough in our friendship that they actually give a damn enough to write or call occasionally. However, in most cases, we seem to be the ones who always initiate said contact. I suppose that's just the way the world spins, but it can be damned annoying, sometimes. Overall, though, here in Lex, I have to say that I feel blessed to have made some of the friends that I have, particularly you folks who inhabit this blog with me. And even though I may not say it enough, your friendship does mean a great deal to me, as do your varied and intersting opinions and commentary.
I guess that's all I had to say about that. Vent over- short and sweet. We'll return to our regularly scheduled pontificating next week!
...that was a joke btw....

"When you don't know what it is, but you can't get enough of it"

Ok, so Adam has given me inspiration for a new post...Name your three FAVORITE comedians, and the three whom you think suck the worst!
So far, I'm bettin Judy Tenuta turns up on 75% of the sucky lists...
And, a word of congrats to the cast and crew of MUCH ADO...for puttin on an entertaining show and for keeping the rain Gods away! I wonder if that deal Mike Freidman made with Satan extends over to the arboretium as well? ( There's one for the Boonies on the board!)
If you get a chance, make sure and come check out THE LION,THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE next week for a really fun evening with some kick ass stage combat, courtesy of one Chris "Lito" Tamez, hisself a former Boonie! And look for my high powered cameo as FATHER X-mas!
898 points for the obscure reference...

"Don't worry bout Manana...just say como se nada"

So....today is my 40th birthday...normally, I don't try and shill my birthday, and I'm not now either. But, I just felt I needed to post to express my feelings on turning the big 4-0.
1st- Surprisingly, it's not really a big deal to me. I thought I'd get all bummed that my 30's are behind me, but it just doesn't phase me that way. I'm actually really anxious to see what this decade brings. The 30's brought major changes for me- physically, mentally, financially, artistically...and, to beat all, I became a father! So some pretty big changes. It really has me wondering what the next ten years will bring. I'm starting things out with a bang- an almost two year old son, a new job, and I get to go out and perform ON my birthday! Pretty exciting...btw- we've been getting great response for the show (MIDSUMMER). Kudos to all you guys in the area who have come out. To those who haven't yet...where the heck are ya? And do me, and the whole cast, a favor and stick around to say hey after the show. Meet and Greet is one of the cooler elements of the Fest. Always lots of fun...
You know, I guess more than anything I just feel really blessed today. I have a really great life! I married a great woman who has managed to stay with me for 13 years (as of the 31st of July, that is!) I have a beautiful son who continues to amaze and inspire me daily, I have some great friends (even though I don't see them as often as I'd like) and I get to do Theatre that I am proud of and passionate about. So I haven't made that 1st million yet...I truly can't complain about where I am. (even though, in typical me fashion, at some point, I will!)
I guess that's all I wanted to say- no real topic today, unless you want to tell me your most interesting BIRTHDAY story.
Hope to see you at the aboreitum! Peace out, ya'll!