Trans-Siberian Orchestra

If you have never seen them perform, you need to...they are incredible! You can check them out here. I look forward to this concert every year, it is what gets me into the Christmas spirit. Thier music is a cross between rock and roll and classical, rather classical jazzed up with a bit of rock and roll. Last night was my fourth year seeing them perform here in Boise (Ok, so technically in Nampa at the Idaho Center). Their music is a feast for the soul, and their light show, complete with pyrotechnics, is a feast for the eyes. The only thing that kind of bummed me out about it was that my favorite singer from past years, was no longer there and for the life of me I can not remember his name.

I'm going to spend some time trying to find him on the 'net today...he is so talented and his voice makes me melt. I found him!

His name is Guy LeMonnier and his voice is so incredible. You can go hear him at his site, he has some samplings of his work on there, they aren't the best quality, but you will get the idea. The new guy they had was OK, but I prefer Guy's voice...it is just richer (and it gives me wonderful shivers all over). LOL

It's over, yet just begun

I had a nice long weekend full of rest, so I figured I was nicely refreshed to head back to work today. From the moment I got up, I just felt off. After being at work for about an hour, I started having contractions. I knew right then that this would be my last day, my last shift. My Dr warned me that if they changed in frequency, pain level or anything (I have been having contractions on and off for 3 weeks or so, usually only after a long day)...that I would have to start my leave of absence early.

I got into my Jr High and said goodbye to my wonderful group of kids. I could have dropped a pin and heard it, they were the most silent they have ever been. I got a few hugs and "best wishes", "hope you feel better", "will miss you", and even several "thank you" comments. I was bawling, I really am going to miss these kids. We had our days, but for the most part, they were the very best kids at that school. Humor and kindness can go a long way when dealing with teens, at least that is what I have learned from them. (My friend at work that also drives out of that school, called me and said that one of my kids brought her something to give me, I can't wait to see it.)

I decided to finish my morning route and then went straight to the boss and told him what was up. My friends at work helped me get home safely and then I rested a good chunk of the day. I'm glad I did, those dang contractions (even though they weren't regular) lasted several hours.

My awesome "evil" friend surprised me with seasons 2-5 of the Gilmore Girls and I'm looking forward to watching them. I am so thankful for good friends. Many have been through this type of thing and have given lots of good advice on how to stay sane. I figure as long as I take it easy, my Dr won't have reason to put me on mandatory bed rest. I figured I better quit before it gets to that point, I've been pushing myself too hard for too long anyway. Can you tell I like to be in control? LOL Gotta take it where I can get it!

It will all work out, somehow. I know I have enough to pay the bills next month, it is just the pesky things like food, gas and Christmas that will require a miracle. In my heart I know...Miracles happen every day.