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.