Laura

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 16:10:55 GMT

World Championships! I was a Finalist. I made it and I am damn proud. I had two fantastic runs. I could feel the passion of our show on the floor and coming to life. I can't believe how much I cried when I came off the floor. I was so proud of myself and of everyone else. I truely love everyone I marched wih this year. I am shaking as I write this because thoughts of this week keep running through me. Not only have I noticed how much I have grown as a performer, but so has the staff and other members. I am so lucky to have people who support me and push me to become something more. I remember walking up the stands in uniform after finals and a lady pulled me by the arm and told me that we were her favorite no matter what place we finished. That is an amazing feeling. 12th place to me never seemed like a big deal until I am here. It is a big deal. Championships may be over, but I am so happy that there are still a few performances left. I can't wait for wildwood. I know it is going to be a good time.

Ps I was caught on the jumbo screen saying "bitch" and I love it!! Now that is what our show is about.

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 15:27:29 GMT

I haven't posted in a really long time, but I guess there is time for a short update. This past weekend Blackwatch went to the upper darby show. We had a great run. Honestly we are getting soo good. We scored a 92.2. I think this made joe really excited because he was dancing and singing. Next weekend no show, only half a day saturday, and no sunday rehersal. Now that is my kind of weekend.I am also loving the staff for letting us out early this weekend and last. That is the last weekend before dayton so I know it is going to be all chunking and run throughs. I am so excited for dayton. We have so much potential. After dayton life will be a breeze barely any rehersal and going down to wildwood for some fun. I am looking forward to saturday down there....yay free day! In other news I work a ton so I barely have any free time. I am looking forward to a bigger check then normal this friday. I love working at Abercrombie I love the people. The pay kinda stinks but I get a raise in June. I also want to get a second job for the summer. For anyone who didn't know I am not marching anywhere this summer. I have realized I need to grow up and start earning some money. One thing that stinks about education is that it doesn't pay for itself. So I will never march div I because next summer I need to take courses. It is ok though because I think I am ok with it. I think I am ready to lead the "normal summer". Other than that west chester is west chester and I am ready for it to be summer

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 18:23:54 GMT

I haven't updated in forever.
Just a quick one for now
my classes are great.
I work at Abercrombie and Fitch now.
BW - I am excited to see what happens this weekend.
I am happy I will get to see some people at this regional that I haven't really talked to in awhile (jimmy, danielle, etc.)
I am busy, but liking it.

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 16:14:20 GMT

I have been holding off on this entry because I am not really sure what the outcome of it all will be. I auditioned at Cadets two weeks ago. I can honestly say that it was some well spent time. I recieved a one on flag and a two on sabre. My sabre audition was crap so I can understand the number. They said they definately want me to come back. I was only there for half the weekend, because I also had Black Watch. It was hard to leave knowing that I might not be back until april. I am hoping to go to the upcoming camp next week. It all depends, I think Joe might give me off friday and depending how late Black Watch starts on saturday I may spend some of saturday at Cadets as well. I have talked to many people and they said just me making all the effort to be there as much as possible is a great thing. I am really excited about the possibilities for this summer. Jonathan told me to start paying me dues, because that is a big plus if you have the money. I really loved everything about the cadets. There was only one vet there, but I fit in well with the staff and the vet I did meet was awesome. I just wish that I knew for sure what was going to happen. I am pretty confident in myself though that if I work hard enough I will get what I want.

On another note Black Watch is amazing. It was been a good place for me. I am so happy that I am marching with some of my best friends and instructors. There is so much to learn and people are so willing to help. The show is coming along great. I love it. I know after this season I am going to be ready for whatever is next. I am excited for rehersal this weekend!

Oh I almost forgot to mention that I didn't go to Blue Coats. I felt like it was a $150 that I could use towards cadets instead of just an audition fee. I knew that if it came down to it and I had to make a choice it would be Cadets and I am not going to spend a summer somewhere I don't really want to be. So if I don't get my spot at Cadets then I don't know what I will do, but I know I gave my all there.

Summer 2007

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 15:17:46 GMT

Everyone is posting where they are marching/auditioning so here it is....

I am audtioning for Cadets and Blue Coats. Cadets is definate and Blue Coats should be. Me and Kevin registered and are planning on driving out.

It should be good times!

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 04:51:06 GMT

I miss my pop-pop terribly

Sat, 28 Oct 2006 19:00:36 GMT

I think this has been the best Halloween ever. It all started last saturday. I went to the Temple area for a Halloween party at Annie's house. A few Black Watch people were there which was awesome. I had an awesome time and met some cool people who's names I can't all remember. The next day Ryan, Karen, and I went to Fright Fest at Six flags. We got on some roller coasters and saw their Halloween show. I met Colt and Erin friends of Ryan who were in the show. They are great dancers. Then it was back to West Chester. Wednesday night Ryan, Karen, Rich, and I carved pumpkins. It was my first time and it came out looking awesome. Thursday night was the West Chester Halloween Parade and even though I got in trouble for being loud I had a good time. Otherwise parades are pretty boring...so give me a break. Yesterday Ryan, Karen, and I went out as kitty cats and by the end of the night were referred to as the pussycat dolls. We were super cute. and made the costume in 5 minutes. I love cheap costumes that are cute!! Tonight West Chester is hossting a show so I have to report by 8pm. I hope we are out fast because it is another party night. With Sewell, her brother is throwing a party! Then home tomorrow to carve pumkins with my mommy. As for monday and Tuesday I don't think I am going out, but Tuesday maybe I will just dress up to stay in the spirit. i really want some candy though!

Audtions are coming up soon. I can't believe I am actually auditioning. I am so thankful that I have the opportunity this year.

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 18:51:25 GMT

Would you tell me I was wrong?
Would you help me understand?
Are you looking down upon me?
Are you proud of who I am?
There's nothing I wouldn't to do
To have just one more chance
To look into your eyes and see you looking back

I really miss a few people right now. My mom-mom passed away on sunday the 8th. It has been a tough time for me.

I miss my mom-mom and pop-pop.

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 03:13:25 GMT

So I am spilling the beans. I am excited to be taking a few dance classes a week now. I haven't danced since my senior year. So I will be in a recital and everything YAY! I am taking Ballet and possibly hip-hop.

In other news my birthday is this week. FRIDAY!

Found out some bad news tonight. I hope everything works out. Going to the hospital tomorrow.

I got my sabre spot at Black Watch!!

Homecoming Weekend.

Can anyone around here speak spanish?!?!

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 04:02:05 GMT

I am excited and I feel on top of the world. I am not spilling the beans yet though.

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 01:23:04 GMT

Today was fabulous...we will see what happens the 24th. Congrats to some of my bests.

Pscuse me

Sat, 26 Aug 2006 01:25:40 GMT

Life is awesome and I feel amazing it is a nice change of pace. I have realized life goes on and will continue to go on and there is no reason to dwell on things......because that is lame. Take everyday one at a time and everything will be cool. That is my new philosophy. I am so happy to be where I am physically and mentally. I have to say things were hard and not always peachy these past few months, but I feel a change coming on and I am totally sucking it all in. PS I am so happy that I saw Rachael tonight I LOVE HER!

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 21:06:57 GMT

Here's to the last. I know it will be a good one! I will be home August 14th.

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:57:44 GMT

Everything in my world is going swimingly. I have been working everyday and spinning on the weekends. Honestly it is getting a little tiring, but the having money thing really makes it all ok. This weekend Surf will be up in CT. Then next Thrusday the real fun begins. I am hoping tour will be everything it is suppose to be. This past weekend was amazing. The colorguard is right on target. We scored .1 below ECJ and .6 behind spartans. Honestly that hasn't happened for us in a long time. I look forward to the weekends so much. I love all of the people that I get to spin with and the staff wow I can't wait for future events. I think this has been my favorite season so far. I loved 2004 simply for the Nine. 2005 was loved for us becoming a strong guard. This year is loved because I have my two best friends, I have some awesome new friends, and because the guard is becoming great not just strong. Me and Ashley talked about how rewarding it is to be here sometimes. If you think about it Surf is something special. It takes all girls from any high school and doesn't make cuts. In the winter yes things can be scary...even into our first shows. Then we start working together and the vets get to show the girls what it is really all about. Then by the end of the season we have this awesome product. The level of accomplishment is so high. Girls go from having barely any training to being solid performers. I don't think some of the guards we go against get that same feeling considering they mostly come from the same places. In the end yes it helps them that they all have the same technique, but it is cool to see that we are so close to them. It is really neat to look back on the journey....especially when there is some left. I wonder how far we can come. I wonder how far I can come. Surf is definately a major reason for why i love doing what I do and how I have become the performer I am. Ok that is all, because I am starting to think about things that will make me cry.

Remember the homeshow ashley. It will be three times worse at Finals.

Lucky

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 14:57:51 GMT

Yesterday was a good day. I was full of luck. I had to make my first ever court appearance. Supposedly back in April I ran a red light. I got a ticket and three points. This all happened at the worst time considering it was late in the evening and I had a major project due the next morning. Not to mention the cop was mean. Ok forward to yesterday. I had to be in West Chester at 3:30pm to see if I could get my ticket and points reduced. I notice that everyone around me is getting called in except me. It turns out they were waiting for my officer to arrive. It is almost 4pm when the clerk calls me up to the desk. I don't know much about courts, but at this one they run on half hour blocks. Meaning if you have a 3:30 time you have to be seen by 4 when the block is over. For example my officer still hadn't shown up at close to 4pm so they had to send me in because it was the end of my block. Which in turn ended up being sweet for me. The judge asked me a few questions about myself, stated the charge, and asked what I thought happened. I said the light was yellow when I entered the intersection and he then said that I was found not guilty. YAY! So now we get our money back and I have no points on my liscence. all i am wondering is if say I get pulled over again will that be on my driving history that I had a citation and was found not guilty or will it just not exsist? Then me, my mom, and dad went out to dinner. It was a good day for me. My dad told me to go buy lottery tickets, but I didn't.

Don't look at me like I am a burger. My dad he is funny.

One tour down, one to go

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 16:10:10 GMT

Mini tour has officially been over for a day and a half now. It is sad that half the season is gone.This tour was really emotional. I think I cried everyday and if I didn't I made up for it by crying twice or more on a different day. None of the crying was really anything bad, just sad. All of my shows were fairly solid. Four dropless shows and counting (that is all we had). I am most happy with my last performance. I had an awesome show and was even mentioned on the guard tape. The judge was very positive and seems to like our show. During my "feature dance" as he called it he commented on my beautiful extention and pointed toes. He even said to make sure everyone else could achieve the same level. Ashley also got mentioned for her amazing solo during the ballad. Later that day we both decided we rock haha. It was a rainy tour however which at times really sucked. I am having feet issues so the rain definately didn't help, but they are starting to look a lot better. The guard however did push through a sometimes rough death camp and we are certainly becoming a strong unit. As of right now the guard is the highest scoring section and we are also closest to the competition. We are a couple of points behind spartans, which at this point in the season is a good sign for us. I am just hoping that everyone keeps pushing. I know we will be amazing this summer. We got our uniforms the night we left. they are so pretty and we all look fantastic. I think they really give us a classy look. I have a quick story about that actually. Dilky was talking to a member of crossmen who earlier that day had seen us (surf's guard) walking through to warm up. They said that as we walked past a few members and staff were trying to figure out who we were. As we walked past they all agreed that we were either Phantom or Crown. It is kinda of humorous considering that both guards were at that show. It was a cool feeling to be seen as a Div I corp just by our presence. There is a lot to live up to this season and trust me when i say the vets are really cracking down. I am so thankful for the staff we have as well. They are really a talented group of people. I look up to a lot of them. I was really excited to see Tony, it made my day. She said she wants to come teach for a weekend. I hope she does. I have missed her.

On a side note I am really excited for the future. A lot of things I won't mention in here, but all I can say is that it will be good. As of now I know I am doing the absolute right thing for me and I am going to enjoy it. I am positive that this decision will lead to many great things.

Ashley you better do it. I am too excited to see you not march. As you said we could march together for years. It doesn't always have to be Drum Corps.

Party tonight woot woot. Happy Birthday Ashley. She is the big 22. Not so exciting I know, but we will make it a memorable one.

Mini Tour!

Fri, 23 Jun 2006 14:20:26 GMT

Yay for Mini tour in just a few short hours. Ok when I say a few I really mean like 8, but nonetheless it will go fast. I am so proud of myself I have managed to fit everything into three bags. I usually pack in two and a suitcase. What can I say I am an over packer. Anyway The pink duffel I use for everyweek is officially my tour bag. Then there is my bus bag which right now is just holding a sweatshirt and stuff that goes on the bus windows. Lastly there is my practice/feild bag and well everyone has one of those. Haha maybe I don't want to see the day I would pack for full Div I tour. I will be home in 11 days. July 4th. It seems like such a short trip. Well, I hope some of you come to shows....if you can't this time around, watch me on TV. July 4th channel 6. Oh hey guess what? I am in the DCI yearbook. A big old picture of me and my rifle. Haha me a rifle that seems like forever ago and it was just last summer. Ok another note after July 4th I am home for two weeks, then it is back on our full tour. So if I don't see you this time around I expect to see you the second.

This may be a tour full of lasts.......I love you Ashley

Tour in Three days

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:52:36 GMT

10:40 am. Yes I have been awake since 8am. I feel like all you grown up people updating at work. Anyway. Last night I never updated about Surf's first shows this summer. Two weekends ago we had a show in Bayonne, NJ. It was a Senior Corps show. It was a big night for the Bridgemen as they did drill and played some of their most known pieces. I dropped a five which kinda sucks, but oh well. A lot of us weren't so solid and a few people were sitting out due to injuries. So we got our first show jitters out in a not so high level stress show. This weekend we had a show in Wildwood. Another Senior show. This time my run was decent. I didn't catch as solid as I would have liked to, but at least this show I caught. Hearing from the grapevine apparently we had a good run. I am really excited for this year. The show is coming along nicely. We have one song left and that is the Can-Can. I think we will be doing that this weekend. Hopefully getting it done so come monday in Stroudsburg we will be cleaning it. This Sunday is our preview day and we should be wearing our true uniforms onto the feild. By the way they are hot! We look classy, but still portray a bedroom kinda feel of the Moulin Rouge. I am thrilled that most of the show is starting to stage around me and my friends. We all have some sort of special moment. Then the ballad is sweet because we start it out. This Friday is the start of tour and I can't wait. I think the season will be over before I even know it started. There is a lot to do this week and definately not enough time. Oh well, got to run.

Yay work!

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:10:05 GMT

I started my job today. I am officially working for Bob. I am thankful for a 10am-5pm job. Lots of hours everyday which will equal good money. Today was slow, but I am sure it will get hectic fast. I am dead tired however. Tour starts on Friday. I need to do wash and pick up last minute objects. Here is to the beginning of a busy summer!

I have been introduced to some different music that I like by a friend. Minus the Bear and Porcupine Tree. It is good stuff.

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 15:48:25 GMT

This weekend was a good one in reflection. I was in a pretty bad mood because well I am a girl and sometimes girls are just in bad moods. It is ok though because my friends understood. I am getting to know some new cool people. This summer should be good. Me and Ashley started some new traditions. We listen/sing our song Autumn and me by saving jane before we get off the bus. Then we do our good luck handshake on the feild. Of course for the third season in a row me and dilky enter the feild together and I don't think I would want our traditions to be any other way.

There may possibly be a job opportunity coming into my life. I am not spilling the details, but I hope it works out. They know all about my situation and they know all about me, so I do see it working.

Other than that there isn't much to say...oh wait yes there is. I can't believe some people would embarrass themsleves and where they came from. Worst of all others find it humorous and it isn't. It is just rude. I will be one to say I doubt I will talk to this person much anymore.

Just some ramblings

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 02:18:38 GMT

I was watching so you think you can dance!?! It is funny because at times I do think I can dance. I know I can't dance like the people on the show, but still. A lot of my friends in the recent past have expressed that they want to become dancers. I think it is something colorguard does to you. Honestly that is what has made me realize I wish I had been dancing my whole life. I really love dancing. I will never become a dancer, but I wish I was a lot better than I am. I always say I am going to take a Koresch class and I never follow through. Someone should force me to follow through. I wouldn't mind going to the Apex dance clinics because I love Rom-dogs classes, but I realized that I don't have an extra fifty dollars to spend. Tomorrow I am planning on dropping in on one of her classes I think. I know they are writing there own pieces usually at this time in the year....so maybe she can show me the apex stuff she is writing. I am hoping at least. I am really in the mood to do some dancing. Wow this was such a lame post haha.

ps. damien rice makes me cry.....but I love it.

ugh I will be poor forever

Wed, 31 May 2006 19:11:33 GMT

So no go on the job. She was practically giving me my hours, when she asked a dreaded question. Are you going on any vacations? So I obviously had to answer. Well she thanked me for coming in and said they couldn't hire me, but she said if I needed a job next summer to call her and she would hook me up. She even said if I decided to quit what I was doing she would hire me. So now I am sitting looking at her card going should I? I just don't know what I will do. This has happened like three times. The first being gap and the second Macy's. I guess if I ever want to work I need to get a job in the winter so they already know me and will work with me or I will have to stop marching. I am going to try the first one, because we all know that next summer will just be more expensive. The jersey surf you know I love you, but you are really hurting my future, because I can't make money.

I don't really feel like updating all the much anymore, but this weekend was fab. and thats all there is really to say. I am glad I got to hang out with some different people. I really enjoyed their company.

ok I am out.

Fri, 26 May 2006 16:34:16 GMT

I got an interview and if I get the job it is nine dollars an hour. It is only 30 hours a week and the perfect schedule. All I have to do is tell them about tour, which will probably be the deal breaker. I really hope I get it though, because I need the money. I love colorguard, but it is becoming to much of a financial commitment.

Amber is the color of your energy

Fri, 19 May 2006 02:00:47 GMT

I need a job......someone hirer me.

I have applied many places in the last few days. I have gotten some interviews right on the spot. It just stinks because I can't work weekends. I really liked the lady at Gap and she really liked me, but she said the weekends may be an issue. She said I would hear sometime this week or next if I got hired. The lady at Macy's said the same thing and JCPenny's. I talked to a guy at Kohl's and he made it seem like it isn't that big of a deal. It sucks how I need a job to support what I do on the weekends, but no one will hire me, because I can't work on weekends. It is an endless cirlce. Some may stop doing what you do on the weekends and to that I would say.....that is awful advice and get out my face. So sorry if you would say that. Anyway tomorrow will be another day full of filling out aps and praying to get hired. I may even stop in my mom's work to get a full time job HAHA. No really I was serious.

Surf this weekend yay! I actually practiced this week. That was odd.

Me and chase had a blast today. He came and spun with me. Then he bought me a frapp at Starbucks. It was like a date because he paid. It was good my first ever. Then we went to payless and got hot/cheap shoes. I am so excited to show off my new practice/maybe regular day sneakers.

why does old navy have so many cute things and I am still jobless. I may go blow money that I don't have, because some of the stuff is irresistable.

Bye Bye to everyone going on tour:
Bishop@ Crown
Chris Gharay,Tommy@ Cadets
Rachael@ SCV
Andrea,Sano,Mare@ Crossmen
Sam@ Boston
I am sure I am forgetting people, but I hope everyone has an awesome time.

Sunburn....no not me I am tan

Mon, 15 May 2006 05:00:40 GMT

This weekend was Fantastic. I am excited to moving on to another season within just a week. I am still missing my apex family though. Only a week has passed and it seems like forever. I am strangely comforted by the fact that I am still spinning, though. I have a feeling about this summer and I hope I am right. I had a blast this weekend. Well, except for this stupid little flag thing. Ps it is not because of the feet under the work, Chris, I got it. Kthanks. The preview was fun. I love that time to chill and look cute. The senior Corps were cute as always. Has anyone seen Buccs drumline.....they are pretty good looking. Anyway I am glad this weekend went well. I missed ash and dani so I am glad I had time with them and will for the rest of the summer. The new editions are pretty sweet as well. Ok I feel like I am rambling so I am gonna go to bed, but at least you got a little update.

Ps. my second cousin's are freakin cute. I saw them today.
PPs. Tristan & Isolde = amazing. I LOVE it.