Fox 13 News Spot

Yesterday morning, when it was still dark outside and the majority of the world was still asleep, I drove to the theater to film a segment for 'Good Day Utah' on Fox 13. Big Buddha came down and interviewed us for 'Singin' in the Rain'! We are so famous, it's ridiculous. Kris, Jared and I got in full costume and make up (well, make up for me) and danced and sang for the camera. This was my first spot, singing 'Good Morning':

Whoa. My voice is super deep and I look so very sleepy. Bygones! After we filmed that I got gussied up with the gorgeous girls of the Coconut Grove and we sang and danced 'All I Do'. We snapped a shot with Buddha just after the song.

Taylar, Amannda, Kim and Me.

Next they filmed a tiny interview with me, Jared and Kris:

I better get a percentage of the poncho sales. It was really fun and the hot chocolate and donuts certainly sweetened the experience. Thanks for coming down, Fox 13!

Spring Weekend

The weather this weekend? Downright balmy! Well, as balmy as it can get in March. We had a blast doing family things this weekend, starting with getting Cache ready for school on Friday. They are learning about the letter 'U' in preschool and Friday was 'Ugly Bug' day (stay with me). Cache had to dress up in ugly clothes and look like an ugly bug. U.B. and I have never met, so I had to improvise. He looked hilarious...and he loved his outfit.

Look at his cravat! Ahh, Sir Percival Blakeney would be so proud, what? It was tough getting him to put on some normal clothes after school, he only agreed to pants. So his fancy shirt combo and mis-matched socks stayed. Awesome. Now you know how to dress your kid if they have 'Ugly Bug' day. You're welcome.

That afternoon we hit some thrift stores in search of a cool, old rocking chair. We came up empty-handed, but it's always fun to peruse random trinkets.

Rhonda was in town this weekend and on Saturday we went to lunch at Los! A tradition of ours. We chatted and laughed for hours. Oh, how I love her. We are planning a trip to Vegas next month for Sara's Birthday - can't wait!

After lunch I headed home to find this in the backyard.

We loaded up the boys and we went to see 'How to Train Your Dragon'. It was SO good! The boys really liked it...I may not mind seeing it again. Gerard Butler was the voice for one of the vikings. Bonus!

Saturday's show was great - Rhonda and my parents came! Always a bit more nervous when you know people in the audience. My mom hugged me after the show and just wept, bless her little tender heart. My sister might fly in to see the show this week (because I'm that awesome), my ward is coming to see it on Thursday night and Cody and the fire crew might come this week, too. Yeah, no pressure.

Yesterday was so relaxing, how I adore Sunday evenings at home with my family. I can't wait until it's warm enough to have dinner outside on our deck. Hopefully the weather continues to warm up, those days may not be too far off...I think we're going to start remodeling our kitchen this week! If you have a sledgehammer, feel free to stop by.

Opening Night!

'Singin' in the Rain' opened last night and it was a smashing success! All of our hard work paid off and the show was great. Everything ran smoothly, we felt good about our performance, the audience was awesome - it was great. I'm SO glad to have the first show over with!

I have met some rad people during this production, Bethany was an instant bestie and I will love her forever. She does almost everyone's hair for the show - she is brilliant! She plays Dora Bailey - here we are in our dressing room before the show. Love her.

I love that dress. I'm going to have to take pictures of all my costumes, they are fantastic.

I brought roses for all the girls because nothing says, "Opening Night" better than roses, am I right?

My other bestie Mindi knows this, because she brought me roses just before the show. The fattest, reddest roses ever.

Our show runs until April 10th with performances on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. You can get tickets at the door or at www.lehicityarts.org. (PS - the address for the theater is 310 N. 850 E. in Lehi, right next to Wingers). Come and see it! If for nothing else, just to see how fantastic my costumes are...

Booked as a Brunette

My lack of posting? Due to being booked solid. Rehearsals for 'Singin' in the Rain' have been constant and long, I haven't made dinner in weeks and my poor house is neglected. I have only a few minutes before I run off to a final dress rehearsal, but I wanted to show you the newest development:

I'm a brunette!

They asked if I would be willing to dye my hair for the show...why not? I'm surprised by how much I like it. I think I look so much like my Mom. It will fade a smidge since my hair is so light, but I LOVE the color. PS - my hair isn't done in this picture...and me apologies for my weird face. When one takes a picture of oneself, one has to make it as un-cheesy as possible. Pretty sure I failed.

So! Platinum? Chestnut? Thoughts? Oh, and did I mention that I lopped off about six inches? Surprise!

Spring Break '99

Dear Neutrogena,

I have been a fan of your self-tanning products for years. An instant tan in a bottle? Sign me up! It's so easy to just rub the lotion in, but then - I've been applying lotion for 30 years. What would happen, say, if a 2 year old wanted a sun-kissed glow? I mean, Summer is coming up and no one (not even a wee toddler) wants to expose fair skin to the sun's harsh rays.

I am happy to report that even when applied by a little terror, the results are just as convincing! Hardly any streaking, a nice even color, he looks like he just got back from the tropics! Spring Break in Cancun! Now he walks with a little more confidence. He can wink at the ladies in nursery, knowing that all the girls love a globe-trotting rogue. He looks years younger and so healthy!
Even with no exfoliation, the color on his knees and ankles looks flawless. All I can hope is that his golden hue will take several days to fade. Nobody wants a pale baby, am I right? What would people think?

A very happy customer and even happier Mom,

Julia.

Season Positive

I am not one to complain about the seasons. I may raise an eyebrow when it snows 3 inches in April, or when it's too hot by 9:00am in July, but I love living in a place where every season has it's showcase.

While I love Spring (blossom trees are my world), I'm longing a bit for Summer. It snowed this weekend, today is sunny and clear, I'm sure we have many rainstorms and perhaps another snowfall or two, but it will all be worth it when I am driving with the windows down on my way to get a snow cone with my boys

I long for 8:45 sunsets and the sound of lawn mowers. We can eat breakfast outside! Popsicles, BBQ's, swimming, fireworks, Lake Powell...

I'm a little bit closer thanks to daylight savings. SO much whining about one little hour! Take a nap and bring on the Summer. I'm ready.

What I'm Loving Wednesday

What am I loving? A myriad of things, all from Modcloth.com

I was told about this site forever ago and I LOVE it. A little too much, I'm afraid. They have such cool, different things. I always find something I adore. Like these curtains for example:

I just may hang them in my living room...I so love olive and turquoise together.

Do not mock. I love this. He just might be on his way to my house right now.

And these shoes? With the gold? I might as well be a TWA Flight Attendant. Love them.

I have a laptop, but I rarely take it anywhere. However, with this little tote I just may cart it everywhere. Whether I actually use the laptop or not, who cares? I look like a business buff on the go with juuuuuust a touch of whimsy.

To my dismay, these vases are out of stock. Blast! I'm obsessed, they are so fantastic. I am anxiously waiting for a notice of when they are available...

I'm telling you - this site is marvy. Go! Shop!

You're welcome.