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Play-in-a-Day 2015
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BMP 2 tickets for Julian Bond: Music, Magic, Tricks&Treats- $50
BMP 2 tickets to BEATNIK CUBED -$50
BMP 2 tickets to The Wishing Well Girl- $50
BMP 2 tickets to The Whale- $65
BMP 1 hour coaching/consultation-$55
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Spooky Empire, Inc. 2 passes- $140
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Production Team
Beth Marshall – Producing Artistic Director
James Brendlinger – Producer
Kaitlyn Harrington – Production Stage Manager
Maria Belvis – Assistant Stage Manager and Front of House
Daniel Meyer – Technical Director
David Merchant – Assistant to Producer
Chris Foster – Box Office Manager
Mitzi Morris – Emcee
James Brendlinger (Producer): James Brendlinger is the Chairman of Arts and Communication at Lake Howell High School in Winter Park, Florida, where he has taught Acting, Directing and Stagecraft since 1997. Prior to that, he taught theater classes at Wilson High School in his native Pennsylvania. In addition to his work at the school, James owns Penguin Point Productions, a nonprofit company dedicated to providing costume, prop and set building resources to local schools, theaters and churches at no charge. Through Penguin Point, he has produced plays at the Orlando International Fringe Festival each year since 2006, including such titles as Mysterious Skin, Anne Frank Superstar, Bare: a Pop Opera, HOODIES: The Trayvon Martin Project, and Zanna, Don't! James serves on the Florida State Thespians Board as the chair of District 3 Thespians, representing Flagler, Lake, Seminole and Volusia Counties. He previously led District 5 Thespians, representing Orange County. He is the manager for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS collections for Florida State Thespians. In the 2014-15 school year, Florida State Thespians raised over $65,000 for this worthy cause. In the summer of 2014, James received a scholarship from the English-Speaking Union which enabled him to study at the Globe Theatre in London, where he performed as Brutus in a midnight production of Julius Caesar. James has been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including LHHS Teacher of the Year, FATE-Florida Association of Theater Educators Outstanding Theatre Arts Educator 2014, Florida Theatrical Association Director's Award, Orlando Fringe Veteran Producer Award 2013, Don Smith Community Service Award 2015, and The Spirit of the Fringe Award at the Orlando Fringe Festival 2015.
Kaitlyn Harrington (Production Stage Manager) is currently a Theatre Arts major at Rollins College with a double emphasis in Design/Tech and Directing, a Box Office Associate for the Annie Russell Theatre, and the Visiting Artist Liaison for the Fred Stone Theatre. She has been involved in over fifty productions the last five years through various professional, community, and educational theatres as a stage manager, director, designer, technician, and actress. Among them are the BMP productions of Children of a Lesser God and four consecutive years of Play-In-A-Day. Beth has awarded her the 2013 Beth Marshall Presents Scholarship and the 2014 Beth Marshall Presents Overall Leadership Award. Kaitlyn would like to thank Beth Marshall and James Brendlinger for all of the wonderful opportunities they have graced her with over the years!
Maria Belvis (Assistant Stage Manager and Front of House) is thrilled to be back for her fourth time working with BMP and Play-In-A-Day. She enjoys indie rock music, feminist literature, and dogs. Maria would like to thank Beth Marshall and James Brendlinger for all of the amazing opportunities they have given her and her friends and family for the copious amount of support over all the years!
Daniel J. Meyer (Technical Director): Daniel is incredibly excited to be joining Beth Marshall Presents for the 2015-2016 season. He is a graduate of Lake Howell High School, and currently attending Seminole State College where he has been awarded a scholarship to study Technical Theatre. Daniel has been awarded a Superior Rating and Honorable Mention for his work in Sound Design at the District Level, as well as another Superior Rating at the State Level. Some of the most recent productions he has worked on include A Streetcar Named Desire, Nunsense, Playboy of the Western World, & Bare: A Pop Opera as a technician, and Rabbit Hole, The Boys Next Door, & Hamlet as well as BMP's Play-in-a-Day 2014 as an actor. Daniel also recently directed two one act plays Alias:Cinderella & Dying Light as a part of Badger Performing Arts' debut. He would like to thank Beth and BMP for giving him this incredible opportunity, James Brendlinger for helping him get started in theatre, and his family and friends for all of their continued love and support.
David Merchant (Assistant to Producer): David is so excited to be back with the BMP company for a second season! David's previous BMP credits include: Play-In-A-Day 2013 and 2014, The Trayvon Martin Project, Beatnik Squared, Janine Klein: The Mutha-F@#$n' Musical, Doubt, and HOODIES. David would like to thank Beth for all the opportunities she has given him!
Chris Foster (a.k.a Beth Marshall's hubby, a.k.a Mr. Marshall, a.k.a the quiet good-looking guy in the corner) received his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Sciences degrees in International Affairs with an Economics focus as well as a Post-secondary teaching certification from Florida State University. Chris spent several years teaching in a variety of settings with the Orange County Public Schools system, a public/private charter high school and Florida Southern College. Since 2004 Chris has been happily situated at Full Sail University, where he first taught the Entertainment Business and Law course since before taking his current position as Course Director for Introduction to Economics and recently developed and began teaching the online Economics course for LA Film School.
Throughout this career he has worked behind the scenes and greatly enjoyed contributing to the success of Beth Marshall Presents. I hope you enjoy the shows this season as much as I enjoy watching my wife work her magic in creating them.
MITZI MORRIS (Emcee): America's Favorite Pancake Hostess (trademark pending), is pleased as punch to be hosting Play-In-A-Day this year. No stranger to the stage, Mitzi was most recently seen at the Orlando Fringe Festival, where she sang and tap-danced her way into America's heart in her two shows "Dazzled to Death" and "If Looks Could Kill." Originally from Minnesota, Mitzi worked her way up the entertainment ladder, starting in the 1970's with some "art films," then on to some favorite stage roles at community playhouses across the US, until finally stopping here in Orlando to create her very own podcasts and stage shows. When not performing, Mitzi can be found hostessing at a certain internationally-known pancake house. You can also keep up with her antics on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/mitzimorrisfanpage) or on the Twitter (@MitziMorrisAFPH). She'd like to thank all the little people out there for helping her feel so big.
Team 1
Writer – Gabriella Juliet Beals
Director – Chris Yakubchik
Assistant Director and Stage Manager – Helena Cooper
Actors – Mike Carr, Julie Snyder, Camryn Chiriboga, Daniel Molina, Samuel Butcher
Gabriella Juliet Beals (Writer) is thrilled to be returning as a writer to her third year of PIAD. Previously she has been a director and playwright, and last year her team won the audience Critics Choice award. Gabriella is currently studying at Florida State University to receive her B.M. in Musical Theatre. When in Orlando, she loves working for The Imagination House, interning for BMP, and volunteering for Orlando Fringe. Gaby thanks Beth for being her second mama and mentor in all things. Love to Tiff, Lauren, Dr.C, Christine, and her parents.
Chris Yakubchik (Director): has assistant directed several shows, including last winter's production of Cabaret at The Abbey, Wanzie's Ladies of Eola Heights, Carolina Moon, and Trailer Trash Christmas. At The Abbey, he has also assistant directed Naughty Is Nice: A Christmas Cabaret, and most recently was writer/assistant director of VarieTEASE: Carnies. This summer, Chris assistant directed The Flick in the Pugh Theatre at Dr. Phillips' Center for the Performing Arts and worked once again with Kenny Howard, Beth Marshall, Peg O'Keefe, and Blue Star on Wanzie's Court Ordered Therapy: Ladies of Eola Heights Continued.
Helena Cooper (Assistant Director/Stage Manager)- Helena Cooper is thrilled to be part of her first Beth Marshall Presents Production! She is a Junior at Boone High School and is an aspiring director! She recently assistant directed Evita at Boone High School and this is her first PIAD! She would like to thank her family, friends, and troupe for their constant support!
Michael Carr (Actor): Mike is thrilled to work with Beth Marshall Presents for Play in a Day. Mike works full time at the theme parks (Disney and Universal) in many shows. He is also the Artistic Director and performer at SAK Comedy Lab in downtown Orlando.
Julie Snyder (Actor): 4th Season with Beth Marshall Presents. Favorite BMP roles include: Daisy-Biloxi Blues, Ducky/Duchess-Alice Lost in Wonderland. By being here today you are supporting arts education and arts that educate: thank you! www.juliannesnyder.com
Camryn Chiriboga (Actor) is a Junior at Spruce Creek High School where she is a member of her school's drama club. She is excited to embark on her first journey with BMP this season. Camryn is also thrilled to be a part of the next installment of Beatnik later this year. Favorite roles include Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Natalie in All Shook Up, Miss Dorothy in Thoroughly Modern Mille and Kendra in 13 The Musical. Camryn is so thankful to Beth for this opportunity! Much love to her Mom for giving her the theater bug!
Daniel Molina (Actor): Acting is my dream particularly film and TV. I have been doing this since freshman year and my plans are to stay in Orlando for two years then head to California. I have always loved preforming in front of friends and family and anyone who will just take time out of there day to see me.
Samuel Butcher (Actor) is an anagram for "ambush lecture". A rapscallion, scamp and scoundrel, Samuel is a man of few accolades and fewer abilities. Those he meets tend to view Samuel with immediate disdain, thereby saving time. He is one of the numerous and varied legion of dullards, of half-animated abortions, conceited, half-educated coxcombs, who attach themselves to the idea most in fashion only to vulgarize it and who caricature every cause they serve, however sincerely. This is is third Play in a Day.
Team 2
Writer – David Lee
Director – Kealan Rivera
Stage Manager – Gina Scheraldi
Actors – Reigan Paulovich, Stelson Telfort, Dennis Enos, Nakary Hurtado, Anthony Pyatt Jr.
David Lee (Writer): 5th year as a Writer for PIAD. Other plays include: NIRVANOV, Pie-Face! The Adventures of Anita Bryant and The 3 Pussy Riot Sisters. January 2016 Director for VROOM! A NASCar Comedy by Janet Allard for Triad Stage in Greensboro NC. Previous work with Beth Marshall Presents: Director for Our Town at The Garden Theatre. Graduate of The University of Miami and The Yale School of Drama.
Kealan Rivera (Director) is a recent high school graduate and is very enthused to be involved in his first ever Play in a Day. He has been delighted to view BMP's past seasons and productions however has not yet been involved. He hopes thoroughly to be more so in the future.
Gina Scheraldi (Stage Manager): Gina is very excited to be a part of the Play In a Day team! In 2014, Gina graduated from Florida State University with a BA in Theatre, focusing in Stage Management.Gina has stage managed productions in Tallahassee, New Jersey, Los Angeles and is very happy to add Orlando to her list! Currently, Gina works with Universal Studios Marquee events team as well as with the box office staff at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Region Paulovich (Actor): My name is Reigan Paulovich, I'm an actor in team 2. This is my second year performing in PIAD. I am currently involved in the Wishing Well Girl with Beth Marshall Presents.
Stelson Telfort (Actor): Stelson is thrilled to be apart of his first Play In A Day with Beth Marshall Presents. He first made his acting debut in October 2014 in Beth Marshall Presents The Trayvon Martin Project Part 1: ATribute. Some of his recent credits include Gladhand in Westside Story (Valencia College), Himself in Division: Trayvon/Jordan Project (Valencia College). Stelson also recently made his debut in the Orlando Fringe Festival as the lead role of Demetrius in Hoodies (Beth Marshall Presents), making him the only actor to appear in all 3 proudctions of the year long Trayvon/Jordan Project. Stelson is also an actor in Diagon Alley at Universal Studios. He has also taken in interest in film acting appearing in various roles. He is very grateful for all the opportunities he has been given in his short career and looks forward to many future endeavors.
Dennis Enos (Actor): I am very excited to be doing my very first production with BMP, AND, my first ever Play In A Day. I get so few firsts anymore: what a pleasure to have both of these! Thanks to all who support the arts!
Nakary Hurtado (Actor): Nakary is really excited to be participating for the first time in PIAD. She can't wait to take on this new challenge and work with so many talented artists in such a limited amount of time. Lastly she hopes you enjoy the show!
Anthony Pyatt Jr. (Actor): This is Anthony's third time as an actor for PIAD and first performance in Central FL since returning from NYC. He previously worked with Beth on an original play entitled THE WAY OF THE CARDS. Catch him next as Alex in A CLOCKWORK ORANGE in October, as well as Elder Thomas in the BMP production of THE WHALE in March.
Team 3
Writer – Steve Schneider
Director – Margaret Nolan
Stage Manager – Shannon Lauzier
Actors – Angel Marengo, Theresa Smith-Levin, Layla Nassar, Morgan Price, Gabi Hockensmith
Steve Schneider (Writer) is an Orlando-based playwright whose "Escape From Baldwin Park" and "The Wait List Murders" were hits at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. He previously contributed the playlet "The Items" to Beth Marshall Productions' Trayvon Martin Project. Steve is thrilled to be making his first-ever contribution to Play-in-a-Day, because he knows that art like this doesn't just happen overnight. (Wait.)
Shannon Lauzier (Stage Manager): This is Shannon's first time working with BMP and doing Play-In-A-Day! She has previously worked with Jester Theater Company and is excited to get back to working with great artists doing such a great event. Shannon has been working in theatre for 6 years in Orlando and Chicago and loves our audiences and artists. Thank you for supporting the arts!
Angel Marengo (Actor): Acting, poetry, and Taco Bell are only a few of the things Angel is oh so passionate about. He is delighted to be able to say he started off as a background dancer for Grease and has since grown to take on such big roles as Romeo in LHTC's recent production of Romeo & Juliet. This is Angel's first time being a part of Play-In-A-Day and would like to express how excited and honored he is to be doing so.
Theresa Smith-Levin (Actor): Soprano and voice teacher, Theresa Leigh Smith-Levin, is thrilled to be making her debut with Beth Marshall Presents. Theresa is the Executive Director of the non-profit organization, Central Florida Vocal Arts, which is dedicated to promoting arts advocacy. Theresa is a University of Central Florida and University of Miami alumni, performs regularly throughout the area, cantors weekly at St Margaret Mary Church and maintains a music studio of 40 students. She is also a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. In addition to her private studio, Theresa teaches voice at Valencia College, West Orange High School, Dr. Phillips' High School and Dr. Phillips' School of the Arts. Theresa's favorite roles include Orlovsky from Die Fledermaus, Claudia from Nine, Musetta from La Boheme and the Mother from Amahl and the Night Visitors.
Layla Nassar (Actor) is ecstatic to work as an actor in PIAD for the second year. She has performed with the Lake Howell Theater Company in roles such as Penny in Hairspray, Ophelia in Hamlet, and Cleopatra in Antony & Cleopatra. Layla wishes the most broken of legs to all participating in PIAD.
Morgan Price (Actor): Morgan is thrilled to be making her debut with Beth Marshall Presents as an actor in PIAD. Originally from Florida, Morgan traveled the east coast acting, studying and teaching for 15 years. Since settling in Orlando, Morgan has performed at Disney, Arabian Nights, Orlando Shakespeare Theater and Fun Spot. Morgan dedicates her performance to her love and inspiration, Carl Krickmire.
Gabrielle Hockensmith (Actor) is an actor for the second time in Play In A Day! She was in the Musical last year and is so excited for something new. She's going to be a Senior at Boone High School this year. Her roles include Amanda in 'Worthless' in The Treyvon Martin Project, 'Matron Mama Morton' in Chicago the Musical, and 'Beck' in Rob Winn Anderson's A Little Princess:Sara's Heart.
Team 4
Writer – Eric Pinder
Director – Clark Levi
Stage Manager – Theresa Rogers
Actors – Naci Goldberg, Peri Goldberg, Elizabeth Thornton, Clark Thornton, Jake Shackleford, Eric Desnoyers
Eric Pinder (Writer): Eric Pinder has participated six times in PIAD, he has acted twice, directed once, and this is his third time writing. In addition to being involved in Orlando Fringe Festival 19 years, Eric is also the Director In Residence for Florida Opera Theatre where he has directed concerts and operas such as "Carmen", "Gianni Schicchi", and "Trouble In Tahiti". He has also appeared at Mad Cow Theatre most recently in the hit comedy "The Explorers Club". He is writing a hockey opera entitled "Goaliedämmerüng".
Clark Levi (Director) is proud to be involved in his 1st Beth Marshall production. He will also be performing in The Wishing Well Girl later this season. He would like to thank his parents, his theatre friends, Monica Tamborello, his past theatre teachers Tiffany Weagly and David Lee, and his current theatre teacher Mrs. Love.
Theresa Rogers (Stage Manager): In "real life" Theresa teaches high school and finds her joy in helping struggling students get on track to graduate high school and become successful both in and out of school. In her "unreal life" she regularly volunteers for several arts organizations including Beth Marshall Presents and Voci Dance. Theresa has also served as the Producer of Kids Fringe and Volunteer Coordinator for The Orlando International Fringe Festival. Theresa would like to thank Beth for her devoted friendship and would like to tell her many friends that are part of Play-in-a-Day to be awesome!
Nacia Goldberg (Actor): Nacia Goldberg is thrilled to be an actress in her first Play-In-a-Day. She has been in Beth Marshall's Top Teens Showcase and is thrilled to have such a wonderful opportunity to work with such amazing and talented people.
Peri Goldberg (Actor): Peri is thrilled to be making her Play in a Day debut acting alongside her daughter, Nacia. She has been active in the Orlando theatre community for many years, most recently playing Golde in Theater at the J's production of Fiddler on the Roof . Other roles have included Noleta in Sordid Lives, Mrs Braddock in the Graduate, and Mrs. Mayor in Suessical.
Elizabeth Thornton (Actor): This is Elizabeth's first year in PIAD and is so elated to be a part of it. Elizabeth is a junior at Boone High School and Market Manager for her troupe. Last year at Districts, Elizabeth received Best in Show for her monologues and publicity. She has coached with Beth Marshall in the past and performed in the Top Teens Showcase. Some of the shows Elizabeth has been in are Macbeth, Evita, The Little Mermaid, War at Home, The King and I, and Holder Posey. Elizabeth would like to thank her family and Beth for being so supportive.
Clark Thornton (Actor): Clark is a sophomore at Florida State University studying marketing. Clark was heavily involved in theatre at Boone High School during his time there, but has largely taken a hiatus from theatre in the last year with the exception of last year's PIAD. Clark enjoys camping and cigars. Clark will go to Georgetown Law School and become a highly corrupt and lowly regarded attorney. Clark will also be the Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. Clark could write more, but knows that only five of the perhaps ten people in the audience who know him will read this, and besides, Clark is getting tired of writing about himself in third person. So Clark will leave these five people with a joke: The dyslexic devil worshipper sold his soul to Santa.
Jake Shackleford (Actor): 17 years old. Senior at Lake Howell High school. I've been involved with theater all four years of highschool. I've fallen in love with it. Crew leader for LHTC and former set construction forman. Mostly I do alot of behind the scenes stuff but recently I have moved into more acting and I love that just as much.
Eric Desnoyers (Actor): BMP/PIAD Debut! Most recently assistant directed the Orlando Premiere of HEATHERS-the Musical. Other stage credits include Wanzie's The Lion Queen (Timba) and Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson with the Orlando Fringe Festival. Also, Sweeney Todd with Theatreworks FL, and HAIR at Mad Cow. Eric is excited to join the PIAD festivities this season.
Team 5
Writer – Rose Helsinger
Director – Kenny Howard
Stage Manager – Susan Walsh
Actors – Veronica Kelly, Ben Campbell, Mickey Layman, Momo Earle, Adrian Rivera
Rose Helsinger (Writer) this is her first year in PIAD. Rose is an officer in her high school theatre department. Her career goal is to teach creative writing at a university level. She loves her family, icelandic pop groups, ocean documentaries, dinosaurs, and The Container Store. Shout out to Starbucks caffeine for without it this play will not be possible.
Kenny Howard (Director): (Select Orlando credits) Heathers, The Flick, Cabaret, The Lion Queen, HEDWIG and the Angry Inch. Also a Tony Award winning producer and The Education Director for Florida Theatrical Association and Artistic Director of The Abbey. He is a graduate of UCF and currently serves on the Board of the Orlando International Fringe Festival.
Susan Walsh (Stage Manager): Susan Walsh, an assistant professor of biology at Rollins College, is returning to this compressed theatrical adventure for the third year. Her involvement in theatre persists despite her 'day job', and she has worked backstage on over 50 productions. Locally, she has served as a venue technician at the Orlando International Fringe Festival.
Veronica Kelly (Actor): VK is ready for the exciting challenge of PIAD. This is her second year working with BMP and she is happy to be back. At heart, VK is a seeker of truth and a life-long learner. This Fall, she will be entering the BFA acting program at FSU. Veronica gives a special thanks to Captain Tiffany Weagly, Jeff Jordan, Savanna Shurman, Both Robs(Anderson and Ward), her parents and, of course, Mama Joyce Arbucias.
Ben Campbell (Actor): Ben is ecstatic to be acting in his first "Play In A Day" which will also be his first "Beth Marshall Presents" production! He has also been cast as Orphan 1 in "The Wishing Well Girl" later this season. He would like to thank Beth Marshall for giving him this opportunity to grow and thrive as an actor.
Mickey Layman (Actor) is thrilled to be making his debut with Beth Marshall Presents in Play In A Day. He has recently directed for Playwright's Round Table's Launch 2015, and Summer Shorts. Currently, he can be seen performing at Sleuths Mystery Dinner Theatre. He is also a Senior at the University of Central Florida as an Interdisciplinary Studies major. He would like to thank his wonderful husband for all of his support.
Momo Earle (Actor): Momo Earle is a Junior at West Orange High School, this is her sixth Beth Marshall Presents show. In PIAD Momo will be an actor, Momo will also be seen in Beatnik Cubed and the Wishing Well Girl, where she will play the Wishing Well Girl later this season. She would like to thank Beth for these opportunities, along with her family, friends, and everyone who has helped her throughout the years.
Adrian Rivera (Actor): My name's Adrian. My life philosophy revolves around having as much fun as possible being happy and seeing the bright side of 90% of things. However i'm also very politically active. I spend basically all my free time playing music . I play guitar, bass, drums, and i LOVE singing. When it comes to acting i prefer sad, (happily) crazy. or spazzy. All time dream role The Joker.
Team 6
Writer – Tod Caviness
Director – Denna Beena
Stage Manager – John McDonald
Actors – Keisha Delva, Alexis Simmons, Alexia Correa, Amanda Grace Hughes
Tod Caviness (Writer): Tod Caviness makes his third run at Play in a Day after participating as a writer in 2010 and an actor in 2013. Caviness is an active fixture in local spoken word circles and organizes poetry events at the annual Orlando Fringe Festival, as if his former position as the Orlando Sentinel's nightlife columnist didn't provide enough of an excuse to drink. He can be seen onstage this November (along with his talented wife Christin) in Beth Marshall's upcoming production of Beatnik Cubed.
Denna Beena (Director) is super excited to be returning to Play-in-a-Day for the 3rd year and as a first time director! Denna *is* Pink Hair Productions where she works and performs many roles for and as herself. PHP has produced several shows and events including the award winning Dia de la Murtos and Monster Factory(CityArts Factory), CFLAS's Immersed, The Daily City's Cardboard Art Festival and Shenanigan's Comedy Festival. You may have seen Denna doing what she does best — producing and organizing — at Spooky Empire, where she is an assistant producer and FreePlay Florida where she is an event manager. You can also catch her in Renaissance Entertainment's feature film, Charaterz! Denna would like to thank Carla Young, who will always inspire and be in her heart and her husband, Travis, for putting up with and still loving her and her craziness. Break all the legs everyone!
John McDonald (Stage Manager) is very happy to celebrate his 4th season with BMP. This will be his 1st time stage managing in 17 years and he's a little apprehensive. For those fans and friends who wanted to see him perform join us at The Venue for the third installment of BEATNIK later this year. As always he would like to thank Beth for the opportunities and his husband (it's legal now!!! Yay!!!) for the means to take advantage of them.
Keisha Delva (Actor) is thrilled to be part of her first Play in A Day event and her first Beth Marshall Presents production. Keisha's recent credits include Phantasmagoria and Valence at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. She has also performed in Valencia College's productions of Division: The Trayvon/Jordan Project and Metamorphoses. When she isn't acting, Keisha is a dancer with Coby Project, Explore Theatre & Dance Co. and Voci Dance
Alexis Simmons (Actor): My name is Alexis Divine Simmons, I'm a recent graduate from Lake Howell High School and Troupe 4937. This is my first year doing PIAD and my second overall year working with Beth Marshall Presents. Previously I've worked on the PIAD House Crew and was part of the Hoodies Brigade that performed at The Orlando Fringe Festival 2015. This year I am an actor on Team 6. Later this season I can be seen as The Race Rights Activist in Beatnik Cubed this November. I'm so excited to have this opportunity to work with such talented people!
Alexia Correa (Actor): Junior at Boone High School, Alexia Correa is so excited to be an actor in this year's PIAD! This is her second year in PIAD. Alexia has been in a few BMP productions including: last year's PIAD and has been in the 1st Annual BMP Top Teens event. She can also been seen in Beatnik Cubed coming up this season.
Amanda Grace Hughes (Actor): Amanda Grace is an up-and-coming singer-songwriter and actress. This year she is making her third appearance in both Play-in-a-Day and BEATNIK! She was also one of Beth Marshall's 2015 Top Teens. Amanda is currently working on her first EP, Glow, and would love it if you checked out her website: www.amandagrace.org
Team 7
Writer/Composer/Musical Director – Julian Bond
Director – Jeremy Seghers
Stage Manager – Ileana "Blue Estrella" Johns
Choreographer/Dancer/Actor – Dion Leonhard
Actors – Sarah Isola,, Matthew Roman, Erin Wagoner
Julian Bond (Writer/Composer/Musical Director): is originally from Winchester, England, where he began piano lessons at the age of seven. Over the next decade he undertook studies in several other instruments, as well as composition, and in his twenties he moved to London where he graduated from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama with an honors degree in Music Composition, including specialism in conducting, music production and film scoring. His piano studies continued in both classical and jazz, and he has performed internationally in both genres. He has been the recipient of many awards, including the European Junior Piano Festival, the EMI "Make Music" composing competition, the Alexander Grotsz Prize for Composition (London) and in 2005 he was ranked as one of the country's top ten young film score composers by Turner Classic Movies, under the auspices of the late Elmer Bernstein. Julian is currently enjoying a variety of musical activities, both in and out of state, and whilst in Orlando he enjoys working as a composer, pianist, producer, clinician, recording artist and musical director for several organizations including the Walt Disney Company. Julian is honored to have been involved in several BMP projects including 33 Variations, Beatniks, a variety of cabarets and his upcoming one man show "Music and Magic, Tricks and Treats".
Jeremy Seghers (Director): This is Jeremy's fourth (non-consecutive) year directing for PIAD. After living in New York for the past three years, Jeremy recently returned to Orlando and is excited to be directing two shows this fall: an immersive re-imagining of Anthony Burgess' A Clockwork Orange and the southeast premiere of A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay About the Death of Walt Disney.
Ileana "Blue Estrella" Johns (Stage Manager): This is Blue's first year participating in Play-In-A- Day. She is super excited! Since her move to Orlando in 2000, she's received a Film Degree at FMU and a Bachelor's in Theatre Arts at Stetson University concentrating on sound and lighting design. She's performed in the parades at Disney and has directed and choreographed several High School Color Guards throughout the state of Florida. In 2012, Blue decided to write, direct and choreograph "Spinzophrenia" for the Orlando Fringe Festival and has been involved with the Fringe ever since. Some of the shows that Blue has stage managed are "Hungry! The Musical", "Obsessed" and "Bubble Gum Party". When she is not stage managing or choreographing, you can find her training dogs at the PetSmart in Ocoee. ❤
Dion Leonhard (Choreographer/Dancer/Actor) is a certified Pilates and Barre instructor and dancer both regionally and nationally. She has worked with multiple professional ballet companies, as well as regional groups throughout Central Florida. Dion performs as principal dancer "Cimorene"/additional choreographer for the original Victorian/Steampunk/Horror troupe "Phantasmagoria Orlando". She choreographs professionally and within High Schools and Colleges in Central Florida. This is Dion's premier performance for both "Beth Marshall Presents" and "Play-in-a-Day".
Sarah Isola (Actor): Sarah is 11 years old and is thrilled to be in Play In A Day with Beth Marshall Presents! This is her first production with BMP. Some of her past credits include Little Cosette (Les Miserables), Cinderella (Rodgers & Hammerstein' s Cinderella), Edwina (Dear Edwina), and The National Anthem (Solar Bears Hockey). You can see her in The Wishing Well Girl this upcoming season. She thanks her voice coach, Theresa Smith for all of her support and instruction, her family for all their support, God, and thanks Beth for giving her this wonderful opportunity!
Kerry Alce (Actor): My name is Kerry Alce, I am 19 years old. I am an aspiring artist planning to make it in the world of arts. I have been involved in BMP's ,The Trayvon Martin Project and Hoodies. I was in last year's Play In a Day in the first musical.
Matthew Roman (Actor): Play in a Day 2015 is Matthew's first ever production with Beth Marshall Presents. However, as a Junior at Boone High School, Matt hopes for many more projects with this company in the future! Previous acting credits include Benny in In the Heights (Greater Orlando Actor's Theater), Ché in Evita (Boone High School), and more. He dearly hopes you enjoy the show, and would like to give a shoutout to his parents, Sid and Pia, his friends, and some of his mentors: Mr. Steve, Ms. Langa, Mrs. Weagly, Mr. Castañeda, Mr. Lee, Mrs. Love, Mr. Gary, Ms. Kim, Mr. Rob, Mr. Juan, Mrs. Beth, and so many more! Whew! Thank you all so much for the unending support and help! ¡No pare, sigue sigue!
Erin Wagoner (Actor): is delighted to have the opportunity to act in her first PIAD this year! Erin will also appear later this season in the Beth Marshall productions BEATNIK CUBED as the Beat Queen and THE WISHING WELL GIRL as the Angel of Darkness. You can also find Erin occasionally performing at Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Theatre. Aside from acting, Erin is a singer-songwriter currently recording her first full-length album.
Team 8
Writer – Rob Ward
Director – Laurel Clark
Stage Manager – Sonja Beyer-Paulsen
Actors – Kaitlin Elizabeth Baxter, DJ Johnston, Winona Wiley, Arius West, Brandon Smith
Sonja Beyer-Paulsen (Stage Manager): Sonja Beyer-Paulsen is a stage manager, and this is her first time participating in the Play in a Day festival. Recrently, Sonja was a stage management intern at Florida Studio Theatre, where she had the opportunity to work on several shows including the children's show Rap-Punzel, Daddy Long Legs and Fly. She is very excited to participate in PIAD!
Kaitlin Elizabeth Baxter (Actor) is thrilled to returning to Play-In-A-Day as an actor for the 3rd year in a row. Kaitlin is a graduate of Rollins College, and is currently the Theatre Teacher and Director at Lake Minneola High School. As an actor year round, she plays the role of Mercury with the Orlando theatre troupe Phantasmagoria. Then coming this January, you will also be able to see Kaitlin in another BMP production as the 'Teacher' in the original play "The Wishing Well Girl."
Donald Johnston (Actor): This is Donald's third year consecutively performing in Play-In-A-Day, and he is thrilled to give this year all he's got. Last year he competed in the first ever musical with this production, so he's looking forward to what lies ahead with this year's twists and turns. He has worked with Beth on her previous production of Children of a Lesser God. He is currently working with Jeremy Seghers and other PIAD team members on Anthony Burgess' A Clockwork Orange running in October of 2015. Keep your glazzies peeled!
Winona Wiley (Actor): Winona is super excited to be performing in play in a day this year. This would be her first time participating in play in a day, and first time in a BMP show. Previous credits include Coercion(Lina), The Secret Life of Girls(Abby), The Children's Hour(Rosalie Wells), and more. See her in other upcoming BMP shows, Beatnik Cubed and The Wishing Well Girl!
Aries West (Actor): My name is Arius West and I'm 20 years old attending UCF for the Theatre Studies Program. I will be an actor in this year's PIAD! I was also an actor in PIAD 2014 in which my team was voted Best Short by the audience. I was also a part of BMP "Trayvon Martin Project". In addition to this year's PIAD, I will be a specialty act in BMP "Beatnik Cubed".
Brandon Smith (Actor): My name is Brandon Smith, I have been casted as an actor in PIAD for 2015. This will be my very first time doing PIAD and I am really excited! The only of BMP production I have been apart of so far is the Hoodies Brigade for her play "Hoodies." Hope this is all you needed for a Bio? If you have any other questions, feel free to ask!
Team 9
Writer – Ken Preuss
Director – Stephen Middleton
Stage Manager – Nadine Love
Actors – Bennet Preuss, Francie Moon, Vangeli Tsompanidis, Chris Walen
Ken Preuss (Writer): A former deejay, magician and improvisational comedian, Ken Preuss became a teacher to guarantee himself an audience five days a week. He is the co-author of the book, The Amazing Dad: 400 Ways to Wow the Kids and the author of 14 published plays which are performed at Thespian Festivals across the country and abroad. His ten minute comedy, Binged There, Done That, was part of 2015's Playwrights' Round Table's Summer Shorts.
Stephen Middleton (Director): Stephen is very excited to be back at PIAD this time as a director. He has worked twice before at PIAD as an actor. Stephen has also performed with BMP in an excellent cast of OUR TOWN which included his entire family, Christian, Jamie and the yet unborn Ariel. Stephen has been at various stages around town most recently as Gooper in Mad Cow's proproduction of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Stephen's directing credits include Colors at Lock Haven University, Acorns for 10 for the fringe and an unabridged full length film version of Hamlet. Stephen has also spent the last 22 years as a performer and trainer at Universal Orlando. Special thanks to Jamie who keeps saying, "you need to direct ". Thanks for your support I love you
Nadine Love (Stage Manager) is excited to be involved with PIAD and Beth Marshall Presents for the first time. She is the new Theatre Director at Boone High School. Go troupe 1139! Previously she taught theatre at Haines City High School in Polk County.
Bennet Preuss (Actor): A freshman at Lake Howell High School, Bennet is performing in PIAD for the first time. In 2015, Bennet earned four superiors at State Jr. Thespians including Best in Show for monologue and scene writing. His favorite roles include Professor Marvel/The Wizard in The Wizard of Oz and Nick Bottom in A Super Groovy Night's Dream both at Millennium Middle School, the Dodo Bird in Alice in Wonderland at WDPAC, and Ponyboy Curtis in The Outsiders at Lake Howell High.
Francie Moon (Actor) is thrilled to return to PIAD after being on the winning team last year. Favorite roles include: Barbara (August: Osage County), Annie Sullivan (The Miracle Worker), Daisy (Driving Miss Daisy) Kate (Brighton Beach Memoirs), M'Lynn (Steel Magnolias), Annie (Misery), and Mrs Vitale in Tony and Tina's Wedding. Go Team 9!! Thank you Beth!
Vangeli Tsompanidis (Actor): Vangeli Tsompanidis is a freshman at Hagerty and is excited to perform in his first PIAD. This year he received straight superiors at State Jr. Thespians and was selected for the All State Choir. He has been seen as: Lion (Wizard of Oz) at Millennium MS; Ancestor Laozi (Mulan) & Mad Hatter (Alice in Wonderland) at WDPAC; and featured in Best of Broadway at Breakthrough Theater where he was nominated for Best Student Actor.
Christopher Walen (Actor): Christopher Walen (19) is a sophmore in college, and will be performing for this third year with Play In A Day, and third time with Beth Marshall Productions. He is happy to be back and wishes that everyone will enjoy the show!


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It's curious to realize I posted a similar photograph in July of 2010, but there was no conscious intent to replicate the scene. Both were shot after attending workshops in Miksang Level 1, but I much prefer the clarity of the second image. Same place, different time…
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I agree, April. I much prefer this one to the other one. I'm a sucker for backlit sheers! Colors are lovely, too.
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POSTCARD #156: Chiang Mai: I arrive in the hospital waiting area with the pain, this intrusive stabbing pain in the head and neck, postherpetic neuralgia, a permanent headache; sounds worse than it is – could be I'm getting used to it. There's a flat screen TV and a coffee place, maybe I should order something? I have the iPhone to fiddle with, get busy with that… not interesting. Okay so try thinking about something else, but at this particular moment, there's nothing else to think about – only the pain all around the right side of my head and neck. Think of something… thought itself is a free app I have the option to download on the mind/body device (namarupa) but even though I don't have to download it, some of it seems to be here already, appears involuntarily. I hear the thoughts, the 'voice' inside the machine shouting out: Hey! the pain is happening to 'me!' It's not happening to you, or them, or him, or her, it's happening to me! The pain is 'mine', I am 'possessed' by it. Everything I love and hate, everything I love to hate – it belongs to 'me'… it's 'my' enemy!
With the pain swirling like a dense, dark cloud around my head and neck, I step carefully over to the TV that nobody is watching. There's a remote, so I can flip through the channels and see where that gets me. Bend down to get the remote and the storm of pain happening to 'me' is there again, overwhelms everything, too much, for a moment I give way to it… and it's then I notice there's a space of somehow being detached from the pain, it's something that's not felt anymore, enough of an easing back from it to see the pain is an appearance, like everything else.
Sit down in front of the TV. Focus on the remote, press the buttons… so many channels. Some channels I recognise, then up into higher and higher numbers; places I've never been in before. Almost all of the channels are hazy or white-noise then I break through into a place that's loud, clear and colourful. A Korean game-show, dubbed in Thai. It's as if the storm of pain is all around but outside of this curious place – I'm safe in here. The scene unfolds, all the characters are lipsticked and painted with cosmetics like grotesque clowns, with amazing hair and impossible teeth, an embodiment of consciousness deeply obscured in layers of 'self'. Man created God in his own image; a mirror reflection of the ego.
It's a serious competition about trivialities; guests make appearances, have to tell anecdotes related to the question to gain points. They gaze at each other and see themselves as their own reflections; deities in the hall of mirrors – adults dressed to look like 'cute', children (kawaii), a real live dream-world; and the winning of the prize! Lights, colours music, the reward, congratulations, created laughter, spontaneous and heartening applause…
Just then, the nurse calls my name, I have to go and see the doctor. I get up from the chair slowly and take my pain away from the transparency of this kind of joyful TV state that's doing its best to cultivate a desire for everything that is pleasing and a loathing dislike of everything that's displeasing, perhaps unintentionally encouraging the hating of it, the not-wanting-it-to-be-there inverted craving, that contributes to the intensity of driving the economic machine… a kind of mental captivity; never seeing that the business of the actor is in the nature of appearances. The art of the illusionist, the politician…
Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened, but go on in fortune or misfortune at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm. [Robert Louis Stevenson]


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Injuries reported following crash on Harold Green Road
AUSTIN, TX – According to The City of Austin, at least one person has been injured following a crash on Harold Green Road.
The accident took place this afternoon at around 3:18 p.m. near State Highway 130.
Few details have been reported on the crash at this time. If more information, such as the nature of the injuries, is reported, then this story will be updated.
This is a series of articles presented by Gibson Hill Personal Injury as a way of keeping our Austin community safer and informed about traffic incidents and other news. Blog posts should not be taken as legal advice. However, if you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, call the Austin car accident injury lawyers of Gibson Hill today for a consultation. You may be able to receive compensation for lost wages, medical bills, or other expenses.


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"This open-source AI voice assistant is challenging Siri and Alexa for market superiority" makes for a great headline. It is, unfortunately, completely false.
The AI voice assistant in question is Mycroft, and the so-called "challenging" of market heavyweights is beyond silly. Mycroft has 36 contributors, with minimal outside interest. A total of 104 developers have bothered to follow it on Github, and it has garnered fewer than 1,000 stars (a way for developers to register interest). Another project associated with data infrastructure, Kubernetes, meanwhile, has 1,191 contributors, 23,205 stars, 1,733 people watching it, and 8,163 forks. That is what "challenging X for market superiority" looks like.
In fact, the market is far too undeveloped for open source AI to stand much of a chance. For better or worse, fully-baked, AI-driven voice assistance is going to be proprietary for the foreseeable future.
What hegemony looks like
There's a tendency to think that open source has won; to believe that the era of proprietary software is gone. However you may feel about software, this is clearly wrong. Open source does dominate certain areas of software, like data infrastructure. In other areas, like mobile, it controls a significant percentage of devices shipped (Android) while leaving a proprietary OS (iOS) to control nearly all of the profits generated in the market.
SEE Amazon Lex, managed AI services behind Alexa, now open to all AWS customers (TechRepublic)
In the world of AI, companies like Google and Amazon have started releasing more of their code under open source licenses. Because of this, Cloudera co-founder Mike Olson is almost certainly right to call out a trend toward openness in enterprise infrastructure:
[T]here's been a stunning and irreversible trend in enterprise infrastructure. If you're operating a data center, you're almost certainly using an open source operating system, database, middleware and other plumbing. No dominant platform-level software infrastructure has emerged in the last ten years in closed-source, proprietary form.
It does not follow, however, that finished products like Alexa or Siri are at risk from amorphous blobs of open code like Mycroft. If anything, these proprietary services are thriving because they're offering developers an easy on-ramp to voice-based AI services. Whether they're "open" doesn't really factor in. APIs, however, do.
Open enough
Amazon's Alexa has attracted significant interest–the platform now boasts over 7,000 "skills" (developer add-ons that perform a range of functions), a 7X jump since mid-2016. To further its reach, Amazon opened up the Alexa Voice Service in 2015, which gives developers the ability to embed Alexa's tech into their products. Amazon expanded on this in 2017 with Amazon Lex, as it announced: "the same deep learning technologies that power Amazon Alexa are now available to any developer, enabling you to quickly and easily build sophisticated, natural language, conversational bots ('chatbots')."
Is it open source? Nope. It's a managed service, which developers access through APIs.
Would making it open source help anyone? Not the target developer audience, as Amazon CTO Werner Vogels made clear when announcing Lex (as well as other AI services Polly and Rekognition) in November 2016:
[U]ntil now, very few developers have been able to build, deploy, and broadly scale applications with AI capabilities because doing so required specialized expertise (with Ph.D.s in ML and neural networks) and access to vast amounts of data. Effectively applying AI involves extensive manual effort to develop and tune many different types of machine learning and deep learning algorithms (e.g. automatic speech recognition, natural language understanding, image classification), collect and clean the training data, and train and tune the machine learning models. And this process must be repeated for every object, face, voice, and language feature in an application….[T]hree new Amazon AI services…eliminate all of this heavy lifting, making AI broadly accessible to all app developers by offering Amazon's powerful and proven deep learning algorithms and technologies as fully managed services that any developer can access through an API call or a few clicks in the AWS Management Console.
Developers don't necessarily want the underlying code to tinker with. As Vogels noted, most developers lack the expertise to delve into the code powering AI-driven voice assistants. It's far better for them to "borrow" that expertise from Amazon (or Google, Apple, etc.) through an API call.
More than code
This could be where things are going generally, as DataStax executive Patrick McFadin related to me at OSCON, "Things in our industry are heading to a place where [software licensing] is irrelevant….Developers will use APIs and will be charged by the call or megabyte. The argument of what type of license will disappear as a result." It's certainly what developers expect in an early market like AI, when they're hoping for services, not software.
SEE Meet Mycroft, the open source AI who wants to rival Siri, Cortana, and Alexa (ZDNet)
Mycroft may end up being helpful to some developers, but it's certainly not "challenging" the AI giants for anything. It's similar to Diaspora, the open source alternative to Facebook. Remember that? It was a ridiculous notion that simply open sourcing the underlying code for a social network could actually deliver a network. The network, not the code, was the missing utility for Diaspora, just as Mycroft misses the point on the underlying intelligence that a company like Amazon or Apple can give developers.
It's not just about code. It never is, really. The best open source projects are really about community. Code helps to encourage community, but it's a small part of why communities like Kubernetes grow. In the case of Alexa, Amazon is winning the AI voice assistant battle because it's making it easy for developers to become productive, fast. That's easier to deliver, in this case, with an API call than with a Github repository.
Someone needs to tell Mycroft AI, Inc. CEO Joshua Montgomery. Montgomery has declared, "The seed money we've obtained allows us to position ourselves as the open technology in this space. Our goal is that when you think 'open' and 'virtual assistant,' you'll think Mycroft." Maybe he'll get his wish. But no one cares about "open" in the way he wishes they would. Not for voice assistants. Not now. Maybe not ever.


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Interested in making a career change to teaching? If you already have a bachelor's degree in a subject other than education, alternative teacher certification may be your ticket to the classroom.
What is Alternative Teacher Certification?
Alternative certification was created to provide qualified professionals with a way to get into the classroom quickly, speeding past a state's traditional education certification route. Traditional certification typically requires teachers to have a bachelor's or master's degree in education, pass standardized tests, and fulfill additional state requirements. Professionals bypass these obligations by completing an alternative certification program before or in the midst of full-time teaching. Teacher certification requirements do vary by state.
When choosing a Bachelor's degree program, people can sometimes choose something that may not be the best option later on down the line. This can be a very discouraging decision that can leave graduates feeling negative about the degree that they worked so hard to earn.
Universities Adding Alternative Certification for Teachers
In response to the lack of adequate numbers of teachers across the country, universities have developed a transfer path for Bachelor's degree earners that assists them with obtaining certification as teachers in various fields of education.
Alternative teaching certification is a method for non-teaching Bachelor's degree earners to get certified as teachers within their state, regardless of what type of undergraduate degree they hold. This certification program was designed to assist those seeking a career in teaching with reaching their goals, without having to re-enroll in a teaching Bachelor's degree program. The focus of these programs is the primary aspects of education in regards to target age groups or grade level. Most of these programs require that applicants hold a Bachelor's degree in any subject and perform well throughout the certification program.
Specific Teaching Exams
Completion of the Praxis Education exams may also be required, to ensure universities that learners are prepared for a fast-track in the field of education. Most alternative programs allow students to transition their career to teaching with innovative online programs alongside mentoring from teachers within the field.
Online Masters in Alternative Teaching Certification
The online Masters in Alternative Teaching Certification program is a great option if you want to pursue a career in education, but have a Bachelor's degree in another discipline. Most online Masters programs require that you provide proof of an earned Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher, and passing scores on the Praxis Education exam. The specific exam requirements can vary depending on the university, so it is important to review a school's requirements prior to enrolling.
Alternative Teaching Certification degree programs have various lengths, depending on where they are completed, but a large majority of programs state that they can be completed in 1-2 years. Although the majority of the coursework is completed via online classrooms, most programs require that students engage in internships towards the end of their program, to get some experience in the educational field. These experiences are to be set up by the students, so you should have a school in mind prior to enrolling.
Sample Classes / Curriculum
Below are just a few courses that students take in a Masters in Alternative Teacher Certification program at numerous universities across the US and online.
- Research in Curriculum and Instruction
- Education Philosophy and Leadership
- A Study of Individuals with Disabilities
- Educational Psychology Applied in Teaching
- Instructional Design and Methodology
- Reading Strategies for Teaching
- Complete a recognized alternative certification program
- Pass a state licensing test
- Go through a rigorous screening process, including interviews
- Provisional Certification gives candidates with a bachelor's degree who meet minimum requirements the chance to begin teaching immediately. To earn a standard teaching certification, they must complete education coursework and assessments within a predefined time (typically one to three years).
- Alternative Route to Standard Certification programs are designed for candidates who wish to continue working in their jobs while taking education courses and completing other certification requirements. Upon completion of the program, they can begin teaching.
Schools with Alternate Teacher Certification Programs
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
This university currently offers an online Master of Arts in Teaching for individuals that want an alternative teaching path for their education. This program in particular offers students the option to choose from several different specialties, including Early Childhood Education, Elementary and Middle School Education, Postsecondary Education, and Special Education. Students are permitted to continue full-time employment until the final two semesters, when an internship is required for graduation. The entire program can be completed in about a year, and requires that students have an internship arranged prior to the beginning of the last two semesters. The end result of this degree program is a teaching licensure and a Masters of Art in Teaching degree.
The University of West Alabama
UWA has a great alternative teaching program offered to students that wish to pursue a career in teaching, but do not have the right undergraduate degree. This university requires that students have a minimum of a 2.75 GPA and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. This degree program allows students to choose from either a Master of Arts in Teaching or a Master of Education, with the curriculum designed to suit either degree path. Specialties include Early Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education. Students can also choose to specialize in specific subjects such as Math, Science, English, and History. The whole program can be completed in 1-2 years, and does require an internship towards the end of the experience. Students are responsible for setting up their own observations and internships throughout the program.
Western State Colorado University
The alternative teaching certification as WSCU requires that students have an already secured teaching position prior to enrolling. This can be set up through local schools that are willing to accept interns while they attend high-level educational programs. Students are expected to complete 27 credit hours of online coursework, alongside 1 hour per week supervision in a professional setting. After the first licensure year, teachers can complete the remaining 16 credit hours required to complete the Masters degree in Education. Applicants for this program can choose a generalized K-12 focus, Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education endorsements for their degree program. This program does require a mandatory orientation, which takes place at the university.
Am I Eligible for Alternative Teacher Certification?
Candidates with a bachelor's degree in a field other than education from an accredited school are prime candidates for alternative teacher certification. They follow what is sometimes referred to as the "Class A" route. Certain professionals who are interested in teaching at the K-12 level—for example, college professors and Teach for America candidates—should check with their state's department of education about eligibility requirements and the appropriate steps to take.
How Do I Become a Teacher with Alternative Certification?
Alternative certification requirements are different in every state, but for the Class A route, most states demand that you:
In the classroom, you will be paired with a trained mentor, typically a teacher who has a traditional education degree. You may also be required to achieve certain performance standards.
Can I Teach Immediately with Alternative Teacher Certification?
Alternative certification is often split into two categories:
Which Alternative Teaching Certification Program Should I Choose?
Many schools, universities, and private institutions offer alternative teacher certification programs, including on-campus and online options. Above all, it's important to find a program that meets your state's specific accreditation requirements, especially if you are considering an online route. Visit your state's department of education website and contact the appropriate licensing authority if you are in any doubt about how to pursue an alternative certification program.
Career Options for Teachers with Alternative Teacher Certification
Teachers that have obtained Alternative Teacher Certification have the same career options as teachers that pursued the traditional route to licensure. Completion of an Alternative Teacher Certification path provides graduates with both licensure in teaching as well as an applicable Masters in Education degree. The license in education allows teachers to find jobs in the K-12 range, depending on the specialty that was chosen during the alternative program. Most online programs requires the students choose a specific teaching range when applying, so that the educational path is relevant to the age group that students seek to teach. Special education endorsements are also available through these programs, adding to the career potential for graduates.
In addition to standard teaching positions, a Masters degree can allow for graduates to pursue careers in other sectors of education. There are many different agencies state-by-state that seek Masters level learners in education to help with curriculum development, corporate training, and even educational policy. With a Masters in Education, there are many different options for careers upon graduation. Changing paths from non-educational degree programs to an alternative teaching certification and degree can be a great option for individuals that want to get into careers dealing with education without having to obtain a second Bachelor's degree.


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I love pumpkins. I love glue. I love glitter.
Glittering pumpkins is really as simple as slapping some glue on and glittering away. For these little guys I used bronze and black glitters because I wanted them to transition into Thanksgiving, too. Here's how you do it! Super duper easy:
You can glitter the stems but I like to leave them natural and also use them as a handle to keep my hands clean.I use parchment paper to glitter on so I can pour any unused glitter back in the jar.
Shake that glitter off and let dry!
Dunzooo. So glam. Love them!


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ATA Bus: Flint Hills area public transportation.
Green Apple Bikes: Bike share is an important part of Manhattan's integrated public transportation network, connecting communities to more destinations across the city. Bike sharing is ideal for short distances, allowing users the ability to pick up a bicycle at any "self-serve" station and return within 4 hours.


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Well, school starts next week, but we're already back to class at the Lone Star Circus School. Don't worry, though. You can still come and join us. Kids (or adults) can sign up for one class, or drop in when they have time. Or you can sign up for a whole semester of classes.
The complete schedule for Lone Star Circus is online here. I want more boys to come to circus school this fall! It is so much fun, and it really builds strength that will help in any sport or other activity.
They aren't very expensive (some are just $15 per class, and the most expensive — advanced circus — is just $25 per class). You don't have to be a gymnast or acrobat, or have any special skills. I didn't when I started. Here's what you can learn to do in circus class:
- Trapeze
- Slack-wire
- Silks
- Cord d'lisse (rope)
- Lyra (aerial ring)
- Acrobatics (mini-trampoline, hand-stands, cartwheels, tumbling, pyramids, etc.)
- Clowning & mime
- Juggling (silks, balls, rola-bola)
- Balancing (rola-bola, balance ball, hand-balancing)
- Contortion
- Hula-hoop
There are a lot of other skills you'll learn, too. Like how to perform in front of a small or large audience, and the art of "styling and smiling" — that is, drawing applause from an audience.
I'm taking three classes this fall:
- Tuesday night character development class with Teresa Tipping. The focus here is on turning skills you have — whatever they are — into an "act". It's loads of fun!
- Thursday night circus acrobatics with Teresa Tipping and Fanny Kerwich. I was kind of worried about this one. I took acro classes at Circus Smirkus this summer for the first time, but I'm not a gymnast. So I was afraid that this would be too hard for me. It isn't, and Teresa is very good at helping me. I had fun in the first class!
- Saturday morning advanced circus class with Truett Adams and Teresa Tipping.
If you're brand new to circus class, talk to the instructors about what class is right for you. Some kids come straight into advanced circus because they've had gymnastics or learned at home. Others start in a beginner class and move up. Either way, you'll work hard, but you'll have a lot of fun. I've been coming to class since I was 7, and I'm 12 now. I can't imagine not doing this!
This year, there's a brand new hand-balancing class on Tuesday night. I haven't tried that one yet. Maybe next semester. I need to work on my handstands more before I try that, I think!
There's a Wednesday night kids circus class from 5-6:30 where kids of all levels work with coaches. You can come to that one if you're a beginner, or if you're advanced. There's also a beginner class on Saturday morning and one for little kids (3-5) that just lasts half an hour.
The contortion class is also on Saturday. I'm definitely not a contortionist! But I've tried it, and it definitely makes you stronger.
So if you're reading this blog, and you've looked at pictures of me on a trapeze or the silks or the rola-bola and thought, "Hey, that looks like fun", you're right. So come on and try a class!
If you live near me in Lake Highlands, and you need a ride to the Palestra where Lone Star Circus classes are held, you can ride with us. You won't be sorry!
UPDATE: Wow. I am super unhappy. I passed on a movie role this weekend because I didn't want to miss the first class at Lone Star. But when we got there, there was no class. The online schedule said classes started August 19 — and I was in class on Tuesday and Thursday of this week. But the printed schedule on the desk at the Palestra said that kid's classes don't start until next week. Super bummed out.
On the plus side, I got to see Jesse Patterson, who was there to work out, and that's always fun. She went to LA this year for coaching, and I went to Vermont, so I haven't seen her in a couple of months. But I sure wish I'd gone to work on a movie set instead of showing up for a class that wasn't there!


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Recently, a friend of mine asked me to make her a quilt as a gift for her friend who just had a baby boy. I don't usually make commissioned quilts, but of course, for a friend! The baby's dad is a huge fan of The Little Prince story so I set out to find themed fabric, and to my surprise, I found a Riley Blake collection.
After mulling over pattern designs and how to best showcase all the fabrics, we decided on the easy, basic Checkered Baby Quilt. I like to use flannel backing on baby quilts, so we chose a cute star print that blended nicely with the others. And because I am one who certainly can't turn down striped binding, we settled on the blue, with yellow stars and green stripes.
Upon the arrival of new fabric, I immediately got to work (more like 'play'). As in making any quilt, I used some helpful techniques. After pin basting and before any quilting, I ran a long basting stitch across the top edge of the quilt, about an 1/8″ down. This helps to eliminate any pull from quilting and it helps reduce shifting. Also, if the stitches are sewn less than 1/4″ from the edge, you won't have to remove them before attaching the binding.
Initially, I did the top only but I ended up adding a basting stitch along both sides because of slight puckering when sewing on the binding. It only took a few minutes and solved the problem.
And lastly, if you have labels, be sure to sew one on the backing before quilting!
Here are a few photos of the finished quilt. My friend was pleased with the results, and I hope the new mom and dad are too.
I'd also like to mention that if you're a beginner quilter or know someone who is, I highly recommend this pattern. Not only is it easy, it's fun! It's straight-forward, there are no bias edges, no half square triangles, and no cutting if you use precuts!
Last spring I made a Checkered Baby Quilt as a gift, and at that time I made a tutorial. If you or a friend would like to give it a try, here's the link to my easy-to-follow tutorial: Checkered Baby Quilt PDF


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Great Chat held on 8-30-12 talking about formative assessment in the middle school.
Check out the archive here: http://storify.com/ToddBloch/mschat-8-30-12-formative-assessment
Great Chat held on 8-30-12 talking about formative assessment in the middle school.
Check out the archive here: http://storify.com/ToddBloch/mschat-8-30-12-formative-assessment
Middle school chat archive can be found at : http://storify.com/ToddBloch/mschat-2-8-23-12
The chat focuses on how to engaging middle school minds.
Like many educators I have spent time this summer looking over the "new" common core state standards. (In science they are called the Next Generation Science Standards) Overall I like the idea of having common standards between states, because up till now each state has had different standards. Comparing states educational systems has been very difficult. Some states have created rigorous standards, like Michigan where I teach, yet others have just left minimal requirements. Colleges have complained about students arriving with poor skills. Often so poor the students need to take remedial classes in record numbers. While I processed all of the information, I felt it would be tough as an college admission officer not familiar with all the different state standards. As a new college student I would be depressed if I was placed in nothing but remedial classes as a freshman. Core standards are needed. BUT are they needed for ALL students?
As I pondered these ideas, I started to notice articles about "Where the jobs are now." Sure you can find stories about unfilled STEM jobs that the Common Core will address. I noticed stories about jobs, I never expected: truck driver shortages and factory shortages. Does the common core help fill these vacancies? NO. What do we do with students who want to fill these positions? I believe the if the common core is the only avenue for them they will drop out! Is that what we want? I hope not.
We should not be telling our youth that the only path is College. Today more jobs do not require a college degree than jobs that do! Sure, I want to encourage everyone to get the best education they can, but there are many routes to success that don't pass through college. As educators we need to be up front and honest with students. Tell them their options. Start them all off on the College Core path, IF and when it becomes evident that the path is not right, there needs to be another one for them to travel down.
When you ask a 5 year old what they want to be most will say: "Doctor, Lawyer, Fireman Police Officer, Nurse, or Teacher" as they gain knowledge about the many more professions it changes many times over. We need to offer core educational requirements that lead to ALL occupations: Musician, Artist, Cook, Truck Driver, Etc…. To do this we have to do away with 1 common core and create many cores that are as well defined as the common core. The common core is great for college bound students but not all students will go down that path.
How do districts keep up in this age of ever changing technology tools and shrinking school budgets?
Everyday I hear about a new tool to use in the classroom or a new technique on how to use the technology. Where I work we have seen our budget shrink every year for the past 7. Our Technology Director position is now filled by the business manager and we have 2 tech support people for 3,200 students and 7 buildings.
How do we keep up? Our district does the best it can by trusting the teachers to become experts in various technology skills and then share the skills back with the leadership and fellow teachers. We also utilize our Intermediate School District and the technology support that they provide to the all 21 districts in the county. Districts can't afford to have a resident expert in all technology. We have been struggling to keep pace with change. Some of our administrators are not technology-savvy and do not feel comfortable using all of the tools at hand.
So do administrators have to be technology-savvy themselves in order to be effective technology leaders in their organizations?
Simple answers is NO. Administrators have to create a culture of learning and sharing among staff. Administrators have to trust their staff on leading them in the right direction. They also need to develop strong questioning skills to ask the staff about the technology to be reassured that the district is moving in the correct direction. Shared leadership helps districts keep pace with the technology change. Districts can't afford to have a resident expert in all technology. They have to have trust in their staff to become experts in select technology. Then build an atmosphere of respect so staff feel comfortable training each other. The moment someone becomes an "expert" in a product, a newer, better, version is being released. If one person was trying to keep pace they would never have time train staff. Challenge yourself as a leader to share our leadership with your staff.
Two final thoughts-
1: Leaders have to embrace technology and learn if they want their staff to do the same. They don't have to be savvy or the expert but they need to learn.
2. A great leaders isn't the smartest person in the room but the one who surround themselves with the smartest people. If you know you have knowledge deficits try to find people to help fill in the knowledge void.
Here is the link to the archive of the inaugural #mschat on storify. Thanks to @tchrmom2boys for helping archive.
It was a great chat, with a large group of middle school educators discussing: How to start the year off right in the Middle School. There are many great ideas and good links.
Hope you can join us for chat #2 on 8/23 at 8 pm EST.
Our Twitter poll has closed, our first topic will be: How to start the school year off right: ideas for the first weeks in a middle school.
For some teachers school has already started, others of us are starting in the next few weeks. This is a great topic for all educators. I always have mixed emotions about starting the school year. I am excited to meet and work with a new group of students. I am nervous about how the students will respond to my teaching. I am a bit sad to not have my former students in class. I know the hardest weeks of the school year are the first few, because it is so important to establish the student/teacher relationship. I am always look for new ideas to help me engage ALL of my students.
I am looking forward to sharing and learning from all the teachers and leaders that join us Thursday for the first #mschat of the 2012/2013 school. I hope it will be the first of many learning opportunities for me/us.


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Claudio Simonetti's Goblin – Dawn Of The Dead Soundtrack 40th Anniversary (Audio CD)
Dawn Of The Dead Soundtrack 40th Anniversary Edition Double Cd
Rustblade presents Claudio Simonetti and his Goblin playing and reinterpreting the score of one of the most famous horror movies of all times to celebrate 40 years of the idolised film Dawn of the Dead directed by George Romero and produced by Dario Argento. The music that accompanies the movie is a mix of prog and electronic rock full of tension and magic tribalism. Piercing guitars, Synth orchestration and virtualism give life to thousands of blood thirsty zombies. An unmissable release enriched with a bonus disk of remixes and covers.
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We like a deal don't we? Although, where books are concerned, any price is a deal because we're addicted to them! The wonderful (and fellow bookworm) Zara Stoneley, is the lady behind TWG's deal day today! Perfect timing too as she has ANOTHER book out in September, but more on that in a moment!
Today's book will give you change from £2. Plus, it's also part of a series (can be read standalone though), and ar £1.99, it would be rude not to indulge in the third book. Right?
Dashing eventer Rory is ready to button up his breeches and settle down. His gorgeous wife, Lottie, wants a bank balance in the black so she can protect the beautiful family estate for future generations.
But with the wedding business at Tipping House going up in flames, and rumours that it was arson not accident, Lottie begins to wonder who she can trust with her future.
Tranquil Tippermere is under siege as movies moguls and insurance investigators invade the countryside, and as events gather pace rescue plans start to look too good to be true, and intentions may not be as honourable as they seem.
As a moody, but definitely marvellous, polo player enters the fray and squares up to the eventing hero of Tippermere, does Lottie stand to lose her husband as well as her home?
Country Rivals can be yours for only £1.99 from Amazon UK! If you snooze on this you'll definitely be losing out! If you have had the pleasure of reading this book already, or any others of Zara's, please do write a constructive review on Amazon. Reviews to authors are like cookies to the cookie monster!
I did say I would tell you about Zara's new book:
Two women, two very different lives – one perfect solution to a Christmas holiday fraught with potential pitfalls.
The Holiday Swap.
Florence Cortes has the perfect life – an apartment in the trendiest district of Barcelona, a job she loves and a boyfriend who's whisking her away on a romantic break to Paris to no doubt propose.
Only, he's planning something far different, and Flo soon realises her life isn't so perfect after all.
Home loving Daisy Fischer is perfectly happy in her idyllic home in the Cheshire countryside, with an on-off boyfriend who might be slightly dull but is totally dependable. Until he issues an ultimatum, and Daisy suddenly realises that there might be a whole different world out there that she's missing out on.
Have Flo and Daisy come up with the perfect solution to escape festive heartbreak?
Can a snowbound Christmas in Cheshire – with aristocratic, handsome Hugo as her neighbour, a house full of animals and a leaking roof – help Flo mend her broken heart, and remind her of what she really wants in life?
Can a sunny break in beautiful Barcelona – with the dishy but brooding Javier, a never-ending supply of cava, and a sea view to die for – prove to Daisy that playing safe isn't always the answer?
Love actually does seem to be all around this Christmas – and in the places Flo and Daisy least expect to find it, but where will they be for New Year.
I am rather excited about this one, and luckily for me, I don't have to wait too long to read it as it is next on my TBR list #bloggerperks. If this book sounds right up your snow-covered alley, you can pre-order it right now from Amazon UK. The magic book fairy will ping it onto your kindle on the 2nd September! Keep and eye out for TWG's review before then, and I will keep an eye out for all your reviews of Zara's books too!


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With starters like Tom Brady sitting out for the New England Patriots, third-stringer Jacoby Brissett is set to start for the team against the New York Giants, according to multiple reports.
If Brissett is indeed the starter, he may end up playing the entire game, as the Patriots may intend to preserve Jimmy Garoppolo from injury.
Brissett is 15 of 23 (56.3 percent) for 124 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions this preseason. He has taken three sacks. In the first two games, he had the chance to lead the Patriots on fourth quarter comebacks with the ball and time for one final drive. But in both instances, the Patriots stalled in the red zone.
As the third quarterback, Brissett's roster spot no longer may be a sure-thing. He's a former third-round pick, and a player the Patriots clearly intended to develop. But with so much talent brimming at other positions on the roster, he may be fighting with other fringe players to keep his roster spot. The Patriots are likely looking for flashes of development and promise — just like they are with players like tight end James O'Shaughnessy cornerback Cyrus Jones, safety Jordan Richards and running back D.J. Foster.
Brissett can't possibly ascend the depth chart at his own position, so he'll have to make sure he forces the Patriots to keep him despite other players trying to do the same at theirs.


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When I was a kid in the 90's there were several meals that were staples in our family's diet: Hamburger Helper, some sort of meal of a protein, a roll, and a canned or frozen veggie, or casseroles. Now, my parents and I cook more like Barefoot Contessa than the Hamburger Helper Glove. This is fitting of current food trends: less boxed kits and freeze-dried mashed potatoes and more artisanal ingredients and organic produce.
When I graduated from college, my mom thoughtfully assembled our families favorite recipes in a cute recipe box so that I could make some of home wherever I was. One of my favorites include Grandpa's Party Potatoes, which my grandpa did not make but some cute Grandpa somewhere in America did and sent it into Southern Living for my mom to then adopt. I also love other recipes that my mom gives credit to people that mean a lot to our family; My Aunt Pat's yeast rolls are in there along with my Great Grandmother's sour cream pound cake.
I love getting to make food that has a history behind it. Whenever I have a friend who has lost a loved one or going through a challenging time, I want to make them something that they can start having a history with and that kind of thing is a casserole. I think something warm, gooey, and "safe" can be such a comfort.
I think I may be one of the few people who buys the Cream of Chicken soup at my hipster neighborhood Kroger. Solely because casseroles are responsible for the rare occasion for Cream of Chicken soup. Like, when was the last time you wanted a bowl of warm Cream of Chicken soup?
Friday night, my boyfriend and I were both tired from the week and not in the mood to go out to dinner so I pulled up trusty 'ol Pinterest for some inspiration. To be frank, there is a lot of garbage on Pinterest. Sometimes, I will pull up a recipe and it looks like it's just cream cheese, butter, salt, and 1/2 of a clove of garlic. I was looking for something easy, yummy, and in the vein of what I was craving (buffalo wings, natch).
I found "Buffalo Chicken Tater-tot Casserole" on PlainChicken.com
It filled all of my cravings: warm, gooey, carb filled, and buffalo slathered. I personally omitted the celery that they said to bake on top and I swapped one of the cups of sour cream for a cup of ranch dressing. Next time I make it, I will add bleu cheese crumbles.
After I pulled the casserole out of the oven and took a big bite, I felt calm. I could finally unwind with my kind, supportive significant other and watch Haunting at Hill House. (Which the show is like a really spooky "This is Us.) This is the new memory of home I'm glad I can now associate to a new casserole recipe. Buffalo Chicken Tater-tot Casserole is a great new addition to my comfort food repertoire.


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Source: Sterling Publishing
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Edgar Allan Poe: An Adult Coloring Book by Odessa Begay is a gorgeous coloring book that perfectly illustrates the beauty and sadness of Poe's work, with quotes from various stories interspersed throughout. Begay is a talented artist who carefully weaves in beauty with each horrifying image — from skulls to pestilence personified. Many of these designs are very intricate and will require a steady hand to keep within the lines, but that's half the fun of achieving calm through coloring. It's almost meditative to follow the curves of her images and think about how to complement each color to make an overall pleasing image.
Aren't those images gorgeous? This book is perfect for those who love Edgar Allan Poe, participating in the fall R.I.P. challenge, or those who just want to color some horrifyingly beautiful illustrations. Edgar Allan Poe: An Adult Coloring Book by Odessa Begay is a wonderful tribute to the macabre Poe and his darkly beautiful work.
Here's one of my pictures — it's not very good:
RATING: Cinquain
About the Author/Illustrator:
Odessa Begay resides in Philadelphia, PA. She is a graduate of NYU/The Tisch School of the Arts where she studied photography and imaging. She has licensed her work widely in the children's/baby markets, as well as botanicals for home décor, paper, and fabric. Learn more about her at Website.
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International competition: beyond bauhaus – prototyping the future
International competition: beyond bauhaus, © Land of Ideas
This year, the famous German architecture and design school Bauhaus celebrates its centenary. 100 years after its founding in the city of Weimar, we may still ask the question: How can design change the world?
Germany – Land of Ideas invites designers from all over the world to take part in an international competition that seeks forward-looking design concepts which provide creative answers to the social, ecological and global challenges of our time.
Application deadline: March 31st.


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Bill seeks to eliminate speed limit restrictions for parts of 5 Freeway, Highway 99
LOS ANGELES (FOX 11) - People driving on two busy California highways could drive as fast as they would like if a bill is passed.
State Senator John Moorlach's bill would eliminate limits on how fast people can drive on newly constructed and specially designated lanes of the 5 Freeway and Highway 99.
These are two key routes that connect northern and southern California. Moorlach is calling this a "viable alternative" to the sputtering high-speed rail project.
The senator said these lanes would decrease traffic congestion and as a result, decrease the emissions of greenhouse gases that cars and trucks cause.
Current law prohibits a person from driving on a state highway at a speed faster than 65.
Moorlach asked, "Why don't we provide people with vehicles the opportunity to drive at 100 miles an hour, and get to San Francisco in a shorter period of time than the train would?"
Others point out that this might increase the possibility of some very bad accidents.


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public class KWIK extends Object
KWIK class provides a
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This is known as keyword-in-context search.
For additional documentation, see Section 6.3 of Algorithms, 4th Edition by Robert Sedgewick and Kevin Wayne.
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Well, that was different. I'm working at home today, and I had a meeting to call in to this afternoon– you know the kind where it's not any slides or anything, and you're not really expected to interact, it's just mostly listening to someone talk? (Which of course is everyone's favorite thing, sit and listen to someone talk for an hour…)
So I got Webex for my phone, put on my running clothes and headed out, with the webinar in my ears. I figured I'd run as long as I wanted, walk as much as I wanted, just sort of chill. It turned out to be mostly running but fairly slow. The monotony of the speaker didn't inspire me to go fast, but it did make it easy to zone out and keep on going. In 49 minutes the meeting was done, and I'd covered 3.6 miles.
This past weekend was super busy. Friday night we were invited to our friends' Seder (which went very late!) then Saturday we had people over for lunch and game, and in the evening we went out for a friend's birthday dinner. Thankfully Sunday was pretty quiet, but I was an emotional wreck– we had our first meeting with the wedding officiant, which went fine but I'm coming face to face with a lot of issues about my family and it's challenging. I'm thinking about signing myself up for therapy until after the wedding.