First off, the trip to California and subsequent audition went well except for;
- I lost 5th gear about halfway there.
- My Motel 6 neighbor got busted by the cops at 3am.
- I didn't get the job.
I played some golf with my Dad and he beat me, again.
I had a lovely Christmas with my family, including my brother and his girlfriend, whom he hasn't talked to since.
Kristy turned 26, despite this I'm still older and wiser.
My Dad, who was diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer in September, which eventually spread despite the radiation and chemo treatments, passed away on March 9th with my Mom, brother and myself at his side. It was the day it snowed. He left us entirely too early and sometimes I get angry about all the things he's going to miss, or maybe the things I'm going to miss. I couldn't have asked for a better dad and I know you're looking after us, with the exception of my golf game, which has taken a drastic turn for the worst. I love you Dad. Here's a sweet picture of my parents dancing, before I was born.
I took a couple weeks off from school and when I returned I had assloads of homework and practicing to make up, somehow I got straight A's for the term. Apparently the more school I miss the better I do.
Ate the best fish & chips on the West Coast.
Conquered my senior recital.
Now I'm trying to knock out my last remaining degree requirements, the dreaded "Mega Exam" and the aural skills "Barrier Exam", find a job in Portland, find a place to live, figure out what I want to do with my life, save the world, be a better person and get married to Kristy, who makes me the happiest guy alive. All this by August 12th.
2 comments:
I love you Jeremy. Honest to God. Have a great birthday tomorrow, my main regret is not being down there. What day to you graduate? There is a place in Portland with the second best fish and chips on the west coast and they are supposed to have all you can eat on Tuesday nights. I'll take you out sometime....
Strangely, I'm leaving this comment for you on Father's Day. I appreciate the update to the website Kingsalami:) Banks has kept me a bit in the loop during my book hunting at Borders lately! I have to say I'm deeply sorry for you and your family's loss. My heart goes out to you and your sweet Mom. Much love and my thoughts are with you and your fam this difficult year.
I'm not suprised how well you rock at school. You were always a Brain first!!! You will no doubt go far and master any project and task in life you decide to chase. And hey, California is always going to be there, so maybe someday you'll end up there later anyways. Judging by your entry and the first comment left, I have some serious competition in your stalking fan club! All I'm going to say is some heads are gonna role!!! I am excited for the new adventure beginning for Kristy and You! Though you've probably heard it alot; its about time!!!!! You both are very lucky, and I think because you both know that, it has made a big difference in the sustain of your relationship. I hope your summer goes well, and that you take in all the beautiful surroundings. Life is but a fleeting moment, and the Tortoise see's more of the road than the Hare.
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