Oh, Life

Please keep finding ways to fuck me over. Thanks!

I need some lotion

Well, it's been MONTHS! Things have been happening, like they always do. I'm currently living in Portland and I'll be sticking around here for awhile. After much thought, I decided to give Portland another try and I'm pretty happy with my decision. I've made some AMAZING friends this summer and I'm really looking forward to developing those friendships. Plus, Ez has decided to stick around too! Now all the rest of you guys need to relocate so I have all my bestest friends here. Get on it guys.

You Are a Carousel

You are young at heart and a truly playful person. No one would ever accuse you of taking life too seriously. You are definitely in things for the fun. You find joy easily, and you are often building up anticipation for your next adventure. In relationships, you tend to want to be babied and taken care of. And while you may be a bit high maintenance, you are incredibly loyal. Your life is simple and satisfying. Each day you treat yourself to something you enjoy. You have a lot of emotional attachments, and experiences are extra vivid to you. You tend to be nostalgic and sentimental. The past is important to you. Comfortable around all living things, you have a special connection to animals and children. At your best, you are whimsical, free spirited, and creative. Even if your schemes seem a bit strange, they usually work out wonderfully. At your worst, you are spoiled, demanding, and impossible to satisfy. You've been known to act like a brat if you aren't getting your way!

What Carnival Ride Are You?

I like the scary rides better. Whatever.

You Are a Yellow Crayon

Your world is colored with happy, warm, fun colors. You have a thoughtful and wise way about you. Some people might even consider you a genius. Charming and eloquent, you are able to get people to do things your way. While you seem spontaneous and free wheeling, you are calculating to the extreme. Your color wheel opposite is purple. You both are charismatic leaders, but purple people act like you have no depth.

What Color Crayon Are You?

I should write more, but I've got to get going to a class to get my liquor license card thingy. I'm sure I'm in for a very boring morning. Afterwards I get to teach kiddies a dance routine. At least that will be fun and I get paid!

Give me a call people. I'd love to catch up.

Much love.
h

I'm back!

Wow! It's been a month!

I haven't been spending any time on the internet 'cause we don't usually get it in our apartment, but for some reason it works!!!

Anyway, I'm in Portland and everything is going well. I'm really enjoying my job and living in NW. It's been great spending time with old friends and meeting gobs of new ones. I'll try to post a reasonable update when time permits.

Love you all!

Oh, check out my new favorite band Ronald Reagan. They have a myspace.

Kisses!

What Your Latte Says About You

When it comes to what you like, you have your own unique tastes. And people don't really understand them. You can be quite silly at times, but you know when to buckle down and be serious. Intense and energetic, you aren't completely happy unless you are bouncing off the walls. You're addicted to caffeine. There's no denying it. You are responsible, mature, and truly an adult. You're occasionally playful, but you find it hard to be carefree. You are complex and philosophical, but you are never arrogant.

What Does Your Latte Say About You?

This isn't packing. Part Two

You Are Chardonnay

Fresh, spirited, and classic - you have many facets to your personality. You can be sweet and light. Or deep and complex. You have a little bit of something to offer everyone... no wonder you're so popular. Approachable and never smug, you are easy to get to know (and love!). Deep down you are: Dependable and modest Your partying style: Understated and polite Your company is enjoyed best with: Cold or wild meat

What Kind of Wine Are You?

You Need Some Green in Your Life

Green will make you feel alive, renewed, and balanced. And with a little green, you will project an aura of peacefulness and harmony. If you want stability, you've got to get a little green in your life! For extra punch: Combine green with blue or purple The downside of green: It can promote jealousy in yourself or others The consequences of more green in your life: You will be drawn to a new life path You will feel free to pursue new ideas and interests, no matter how strange You will be released from the demands and concerns of others

What Color Do You Need?

You Are Psyche!

Eternally in search of purpose and insight. You're curious and creative with a total sense of wonder. Totally empathetic, you pick up on other's moods easily. Just be sure to pamper yourself as well!

What Goddess Are You?

You Are a Red Wine Woman

You're not a big drinker, and when you do drink, you go for the best. You probably know a good deal about wines, and you know how to order a great bottle. When you drink too much, you tend to flirt - but only in a subtle, understated way. You prefer to date a man who's worldly and wise. He's got to be as sophisticated as you are.

What Kind of Drinking Woman Are You?

I wasn't a "red wine woman" last night. Blech!

What Your Peanut Butter And Jelly Sandwich Means

Your eating style is reserved. You are a bit of a fussy eater, and you have very specific ways you like your food prepared. You don't really have a sweet tooth. If you go for dessert, you tend to go for something light. Your taste in food tends to be modern and cutting edge. Of all your friends, you are usually the first one to try a new food or restaurant. You belong to a class that's all your own. You resist rules and traditions of any sort. You are a tough person who isn't afraid to live life fully. There isn't a lot that scares you. You are laid back and extremely easygoing. You never make a fuss, and you try to enjoy every moment.

What Does Your Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Say About You?

Whoops!

Guess who showed up to work 4 hours early this morning?? That's right. . .Me! How stupid.

And to think I could've slept in. : (

Come on Jeopardy! Call me!

You Really Know Your State Capitols

You Got 20 State Capitols Correct You're either a geography buff... or you have an excellent memory.

Do You Know Your State Capitols?

I didn't even cheat!

Your Love Life is Like The Princess Bride

"Since the invention of the kiss, there have only been five kisses that were rated the most passionate, the most pure. This one left them all behind." For you, love is like a fairy tale - albeit a fairly twisted one.You believe romance is all about loyalty, fate, and a good big of goofy fun. Your love style: Idealistic yet quirky Your Hollywood Ending Will Be: Perfectly romantic

http://www.blogthings.com/whatmovieisyourlovelifelikequiz/">What Movie Is Your Love Life Like?

Ha!



I really wish I was sleeping. I have to be at work in t-minus 6.5 hours. Ugh.

I've been waiting to hear back from my doctor this week, but I still haven't. If they don't call before I'm out of work tomorrow, I'll be dropping them a line. Somedays I just hurt so badly and I need to know what's going on.

I hope everybody's doing great. Send your love and prayers to Rachel!

Love,
Heather

Ugh!

This morning I spent over an hour at my lovely doctor's office undergoing a battery of tests to determine if I am the lucky recipient of Rhumatoid Arthritis. I had a through physical exam, x-rays on both knees, and about 10 different blood tests. All that hell = $441! Ouch!

Anyway, I should find out the results of the bloodwork tomorrow and the x-rays by next week. Wish me luck folks!

Love you all.

I'm sleepy

I have a lot of things on my mind. I don't think I'll discuss them here.

To distract myself:

You Are 73% Pure

You're pretty pure, and you have no plans on changing that.You do have a devilish side though... and it will probably get the better of you.

The 100 Question Purity Test

Your Power Bird is a Vulture

You are always changing your life and the lives of those around you.You aren't afraid to move on from what holds you back.Energetic and powerful, you have a nearly unlimited capacity for success.You know how to "go with the flow" and take advantage of what is given to you.

What's" Your Power Bird?

But, I don't eat meat, guys!

You Are Definitely a Hot Chick

While your little black book isn't as thick as Paris Hilton's...You get the most dates of any girl you knowIt's your whole five star package that attracts men -Your looks, your charm, and your ability tie a cherry with your tongue.

Are You A Hot Chick?

That's funny.

Chance You'll Live to 100: 77%

100 is looking pretty likely for you right now. You've made your health a priority.So kick back, keep doing what you're doing, and enjoy the great life you've made for yourself.And you might get to see what the world is like 70, 80, or even 90 years from now.

Will You Live to 100?

Hopefully I'll get a sweet retirement plan!

Your Love is Represented by a Yellow Rose

You primarily express your love through friendship and caring.This doesn't mean your romantic relationships are platonic - they just start that way.You need a lot of freedom in relationships. So if you do happen to send roses, they don't mean much.

What Rose Represents Your Love?

You Are Most Like Laetitia Casta

Curvy, beautiful, and wild

Which Victoria's Secret Angel Are You?

Right.

You Are An Atheist

God? No thanks. You're not buying into any religion. They're all bunk to you. You rather focus on what you know is true.You may be a passive non-believer or a rabid atheist activist.But one thing is for sure... no one's going to make you go to church!

Are You an Atheist, Agnostic or a Believer?

That's pretty funny.

Your Rapper Name Is...

Anonymous Wino

What's" Your Rapper Name?

Ha!

You Belong in New York City

You're the energetic, ambitious type.And only NYC is fast enough for you.Maybe you'll set yourself up with a killer careerOr simply take in all the city has to offer.

What City Do You Belong In?

I guess that's good 'cause I'm movin' there!


Well, that'll do it for now.

Love you guys!

I found some pictures

I was checking out the website for the workshop I did last summer in Port Townsend and I discovered these pictures from the workshop. Looking at them reminds me of the wonderful time I had and pumps me up for the fun I'll have this summer. I hope you like them!

Photos by Keven Elliff and Steve Mullensky

The whole group in front of the school house. I'm there, I promise. If you really care, I'm sitting down in the front just left of center.

My adorable trombone buddies!

Benny working with the Art Blakey Combo. My good friend Dave Speranza is on the bass.

Benny writing out a chart.

Derrick, Herman, and Ian, all members of the Blakey Combo.

The old guy who sang a song about pot, Kurt Elling, and Steve Christofferson.

I remember this exact moment. This is during Benny's solo on "Moanin'" with Jiggs Whigham, Terrell Stafford, Steve Wilson, and Jeff Clayton in the background.

The cutest picture of George Cables!

Ingrid Jensen, Gary Smulyan, and John Clayton.

Jon Wikan

Steve Christofferson and Dee Daniels. That's me in the background : )

Tamir Hendelman

Members of the Poncho Sanchez band. Those are my friends Francisco Torres (trombone) and Javier Vergara (saxophone).

Poncho and Francisco

Benny playing solo

I can't remember what ballad he played. He also played "Love You Madly," but I think this was the ballad.

Benny and Dee Daniels doing a great version of "Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man." I was crying folks.

My beautiful Nancy King with Benny doing "We'll be Together Again" (it was my request).

Benny with Nancy King, Kurt Elling, and Dee Daniels.

Help

Know any good rheumatologists? I'm looking.


I'm still working A TON! I really like my jobs, though.

I'll write when I'm rested/not incredibly busy.

Thinking of you.

You Are Not Stupid

You got 10/10 questions right! While acing this quiz doesn't prove you're a genius, you're at least pretty darn smart.

Are You Stupid?

Yes!

I have to get up in three hours.

Once again, it's the middle of the night and I'm awake, wide awake. I feel as though I've been neglecting my friends, even if it's just reading blogs, returning phone calls, or sending little facebook messages. It's tough being in a place where I don't have anyone. Yes, my mom is here, and it's nice spending time with her, but I need my friends. God, I can't wait to move.

My mom and I went to a sneak preview of "Year of the Dog" starring Molly Shannon. I really liked the movie. There were so many adorable dogs in the film and the whole time I was thinking that I needed a dog to cuddle up with. Someday.

I feel like I have more to say, but my brain is numbed from exhaustion. I really need a day off.

I hope everyone is doing well. Love you all.

Heather

Your Ideal Hairstyle:

Heavy Bangs

What Women's Hairstyle Is Right For You?

Uh, that's pretty much what my hair looks like. Damn I'm good!

Your Cell Phone Etiquette is 9% Bad, 91% Good

You are practically a cell phone saint. You never annoy the people around you. Everyone should have phone manners as good as yours. And you sure wish they did!

How's Your Cell Phone Etiquette?

Yep.

sleepy

I've been meaning to write, but I'm working two jobs now and I haven't had the energy/time to do so.

I'll fill ya'll in soon!

Love you and miss you all!

~H

Ouch!

Last night I hit the back of my head on a counter. Now I have a bump. It saddens me. : (

Oh, Update

The last several days have been busy to say the least. I've been working a lot (thank god) and we've been super busy at the restaurant. Yesterday I alone sold more than $3800 worth of pie. That's a lot of pie folks. Saturday I whipped at least 100 pies. Now that I think of it, I didn't get to eat any pie. Damnit!!

I volunteered at the Gene Harris Jazz Festival again this year. The festival itself isn't so happenin', but it's the only thing in town. I was ushering at the Thursday night concert. And what I mean by ushering is, sitting next to the bar, talking with Becca and Dallas (the bartenders), and drinking free Diet Pepsi. After a bunch of student groups played (snore), a piano trio played. I can't tell you who they all were, except for Bruce Forman. He's a great guitarist and super nice guy. I met him at Port Townsend last summer and he remembered me : ). After the piano trio, the Gordon Goodwin Big Phat Band played a long set. They were a lot of fun. The third trombonist is Francisco Torres, whom I met last year at the festival. After the concert we hung out in the hotel bar with the rest of the band. They were all nice guys and Gordon's wife Lisa was great! It was fun hanging out with a bunch of musicians. I don't get that luxury all that often anymore. Yay for friends!

What else?? Oh, I've been trying to practice a bunch. I need to make my audition for Port Townsend by the end of the month. Speaking of, I should probably get going.

You Are Very Happy Being Single

You're not anti-relationship. You just don't need one to be content.You find plenty of happiness from your life as it is.And if you find someone you love, then that's just icing on an already decadent cake!

Are'>http://www.blogthings.com/areyouhappybeingsinglequiz/">Are You Happy Being Single?

AMEN!!

You Are the Index Finger

You are ambitious, driven, and capable.You aren't afraid to take responsibility for your actions - or place the blame on whoever deserves it.You are honest, free thinking, and objective. You see things in your own way - and you aren't afraid to let everyone know about it. You get along well with: The Thumb Stay away from: The Ring Finger

What'>http://www.blogthings.com/whatfingerareyouquiz/">What Finger Are You?

At least I'm not the middle finger : )

$$$

I hate money! Ahhh! Why can't I just have enough income to pay for my expenses? I feel like I'm drowning.

Damnit!

Good News!!

I just registered for Port Townsend!! Now I just have to practice so I can make my audition at the end of the month. Yay!

I also got my job confirmed for the children's theater this summer. I'm glad I'll be there.

Anyway, I'm going to practice now.

Love you!

Tidbits

I can't wait until I can justify hiring an accountant! I just finished my taxes. Ugh! It sucks having worked in 2 states with 3 employers. Next year will be even worse with 3 states and probably 4 employers. I have high hopes for 2008! Stability!

It sounds like everyone had a good time at Jazz Fest. I'm glad to hear it. I really wish I could've been there to party with you all.

I'm really liking my new job. I hated hostessing at the Camelback, but I like it at Marie Callender's. Everyone there is nice and there's a lot to do.

My arm hurts. I should really go to the chiropractor today.

Okay, I'm hungry. I'm gonna go eat now.

Love!

Your Psyche is Blue

You are deeply emotional and very connected to everything (and everyone) around you. By simply understanding other people, you are able to help them heal and let go. While you are a very deep and thoughtful person, you do have a very silly, superficial side. When you are too blue: the weight of the world's problems hangs over you When you don't have enough blue: you lack perspective and understanding

What Color Is Your Psyche?

You Are a Night Person

For you, there's nothing worse than having to get up and moving early. In fact, you probably don't hit your peak until well after the sun has set. So if your struggling to make it on a normal schedule, realize it's not your fault. You just weren't meant to do anything during the day!

Are You a Morning Person or Night Person?

You are Betty Grable

The ulitmate girl next door You're the perfect girl for most guys Pretty yet approachable. Beautiful yet real.

What Famous Pinup Are You?

Canada Sounds Nice Right Now

This has been the week of good conversations. First Ez and I had a really good talk and then my mom and I had a heart to heart. It feels good to get stuff out there. I've also talked to more friends in the past couple of days than I've talked to in weeks. I guess I'm starting to pull out of my slump and beginning to feel social again.

I started a new job at Marie Callender's. I'm a hostess/cashier and believe it or not, I really like it! The people there are really nice and not all 16-year olds as I feared. Most of the guests are kind (quite a contrast from the Camelback) and treat us well. I'm glad I have a job that keeps me busy. I HATE being bored at work; time passes so slowly.

So, I've been up all night. It's not so surprising since I pretty much slept all day yesterday. I'm sure I'd be sleeping if I didn't have to be at work at 8.

I'm really missing all of you guys in Eau Claire this week. I wish I could be there for JazzFest. Make sure you have extra fun on my behalf.

Well, I'm going to go make a pot of coffee, so I can get through my day.

Love you and miss you all!

I like to copy my sis

Hey.

My sister Katie did this Johari Window thingy & I thought I'd fill one out. If you've got a minute, try it. I'd like to see what you think. http://kevan.org/johari?name=Heather+Sessler

I hope you all are well. I'll write soon. I'm way too tired now.

All my love,

H

I Think There's Something Wrong With Me

Yesterday I fell asleep on the couch at about 5:30pm, only to wake up at 8:30pm to go to my room. I fell back asleep pretty quickly and woke up at 3:00 this afternoon!! How the hell is that possible? Maybe I have mono or something. My mom wants me to call my doctor since all I want to do is sleep. My doctor said that fatigue is the hardest part of pneumonia. Boy was she right!

Gah, I guess I should go to bed. It's after 2:30.

Goodnight.

Maria part deux

I'm just so excited for Ez, that I have to write about his amazing experience. He went to go hear a great group of musicians including Brian Blade, Nicholas Payton, Chris Potter (and some others that I can't remember) at Dizzy's. He had to wait in the "no reservations" line, when he saw Maria Schneider just up a couple of feet in the "reservations" line. Anyway, to make a long story short, Ez struck up a conversation and she asked him to join her since her date couldn't make it. Ez got to sit with Maria for the whole show!!! It must be a sign. I run into her 9 days ago (and she remembered me by the way) when I was in the city and now Ez gets to hang with her. We're all going to be friends, I've decided. : )

I can't wait to move to New York. There might even be a possibility to sublet our friend's apartment in the East Village while she's in Paris. She gets super low rent, so that would help a lot with finances for the first year.

I'm watching "Iron Chef America" battle breakfast. Mmmmmmm, breakfast. Maybe I'll make waffles. . .

Oh, there are a bunch of new quizzes. I shall take them!

You Are a Little Messy

You aren't the cleanest person in the world, but you're definitely not a slob. You clean up when you have the time, but you're realistic about what you can get done. Generally, you're pretty organized and tidy - though you may have a few hidden messes. You eventually get around to making things spotless, but you do it on your own schedule!

Are You Messy?

I'm actually really messy. I'm not gross though. Nothing smells!

You Have Your Emotions in Check

You are an incredibly stable and happy person. Ever consider being a therapist? You have figured out how to keep a positive outlook, no matter what. You don't have an easier life than anyone else. You just have figured things out a little more.

Can You Keep Your Emotions in Check?

Hmmmm.

Your Androgynous Name Is:

Emery Sidney

What's Your Androgynous Name?

I like it.

Your Average American Name Is...

Betty Marie Martin

What's Your Average American Name?

My grandma's name is Betty.

Okay, that's it for now.

Thinking of you friends!