Merry Christmas!

 From my family to yours … Merry Christmas!

Hanukkah

 ‎חֲנוּכָּה שַׂמֵחַ

Hanukkah Sameach!

May this season bring you blessings of love and joy!

Beauty and the Beast 30th Anniversary

 Y’all know I’m a big ole musical theatre nerd. And having been in a production of BATB many years ago, I was excited for this 30th anniversary broadcast. Here are my thoughts …..

Overall, I found it charming, fun, and entertaining. Having a theatre legend like Rita Moreno serve as the narrator was pure genius. I very much liked the dance interludes, as well. A few casting choices really hit the mark - Joshua Henry as Gaston,  Martin Short as Lumière, and Josh Groban as the Beast were standouts. And that Beast costume - WOW!

A few disappointments included not including Beast’s song “If I Can’t Love Her” (from the Broadway production), instead opting for the more formulaic “Nevermore” from the film version. I also missed Belle’s soliloquy ballad “Home” (also from the Broadway production). And while I love me some Shania Twain, she was a total miss as Mrs. Potts. Taking her out of character to sing the title sing was a bad choice, although I did appreciate the nod to the late Angela Lansbury at the conclusion of the song. Another fail was casting H.E.R. as Belle. She’s a fine enough singer, but I found her performance stiff and emotionless. 

Did I enjoy the production? Absolutely. Were there problems? Yes. BUT … there is always a but … anything that introduces live theatre to someone is alright in my book.

This Post Might Make Some of You Angry …

  … and you know what?

I. DON’T. CARE. 

For the second time this year, I’ve tested positive for COVID-19. I’ve done everything I’m supposed to - vaccinated twice, boosted thrice, and wear a mask when in public. I try to eat more healthy options (although I’m not always successful, admittedly). 

So what gives?

I place the blame squarely on those of you who don’t take this virus seriously. Those of you who scream “it’s my body, my choice” and “you can’t force me to get vaccinated or wear a mask.” Those of you who refuse to believe this virus is dangerous, and “just a bad cold.” 

You are fucking idiots. 

I have family and friends who are among this group. And yes, I blame YOU!

Here’s the deal ... my safety and health are more important to me than your irrational fear of medical science or your “right” to not protect yourself and others from spread of diseases. I do not support your decision to be reckless, but I do respect your choices - as I expect you to respect my choice to not be around you until you come to your senses. 

GET VACCINATED. WEAR A MASK WHEN IN PUBLIC.

Be responsible - not only for your own health, but also for those (like myself) who have weakened immune systems and at a higher risk of DEATH from COVID-19. 

New Floors

 I decided to replace the flooring in my living and dining rooms. Out with the decades-old carpet, in with the new water-resistant laminate!