This week...

Monday

• 4th period ~ Simply go through the work a couple of times. Don't psych yourself out...just remind yourself. Also check to make sure the taping is good on your poles.
• Arrival - 6:30 in the Band Room hall. Performance - 7:45ish. You need to arrive dressed and ready to go (see below for specifics). You must sit together in the gym. Destin will take you at a certain time to go get your equipment and get focused.

Specifics...

Performance black. Make sure your stomach doesn't show.

Make-up of your choice.

Hair half-up, half-down.

You need to wear slip-on shoes and slip them off under the goal closet to the parking lot.

Tuesday

• 4th ~ Fitting with Mrs. Bonnie. You MUST bring your dress. Be honest with her. If something feels wrong, let her know. You won't hurt her feelings. She wants you to look your best.

• No rehearsal. Catch up on homework and such.

Wednesday

• 6:30 - 8:30 in the High School Gym. We've been through why this had to happen. I'm having to miss church as well.

Thursday

• No rehearsal. Same as Tuesday.

Friday

• Nothing except my choir's performance of Verdi's Requiem at UAB. Starts at 8pm and will be stellar. We do it again on Saturday.

More to come...

~Lindsey Harrison

Friday...

Plan on staying after school until 3:40, at the latest. It has been approved and we're a-go. (as of 9:17am)

Here's what I told Alyson ... Don't worry. You can do it. Use this opportunity to prove to yourself that you can conquer what is extremely challenging work with even harder drill. This is the first time you guys have ever really been pushed, routine wise. I know you can do it. It's true. We will do only what you are comfortable with.

Let me remind you of a past mantra...

~Lindsey Harrison

Tonight's rehearsal...

Yes we do have rehearsal tonight from 6:30 - 8:30 in the Intermediate (old elem.) Gym NOT the High School. Don't be late!

~Lindsey Harrison

Wow...

I never cry. Never. But this weekend brought tears on two different occasions:

1. The success and absolute grandeur of your first show ever astounded myself, the parents, the audience, and the judges. I'm sure you all were pleased as well. I am so thankful to be a part of your life and your families. I have never been more proud to claim affiliation with any group than I was this weekend.

Be prepared to meet the challenge that has been proposed: successfully compete in Scholastic B class.

2. Thank you for your words of support and hugs during my departure today. My granny was a woman of work, of courage, and of wisdom. It is hard to imagine family gatherings without her inevitable "honesty" or her chicken & dumplings and her dressing. Please continue to keep me and my family in your thoughts.

Tuesday

We will not meet for rehearsal on Tuesday. Please practice on your own and be ready to resume our regular schedule on Thursday, Jan 25.

~Lindsey Harrison

This just in...

Some times have been moved around for this weekend. Click HERE for the schedule and show web-site. I have sent everyone the updated Info Packet via email. Be sure you only use the packets stamped "revised 1/19/07."

Some highlights... Performance time 5:56pm Retreat 8:20pm

We still meet at the school at 7:30 - 9:30 and then leave at 2:30.

Check your email for the updated links. ~Lindsey Harrison

Blood, sweat, and tears...

Thanks for digging in tonight. I had no idea we would have to solve the problems of the world before we got to play with our new toy.

Make sure your poles are taped correctly before Saturday. See you Saturday morning at 7:29.

~Lindsey Harrison

Locations finalized...

So everyone apparently did as I asked and prayed for us to get in the high school gym. Check this out...

Thursday - High School. We'll meet in the lobby at 6:30 for stretch and then move into the gym at 7pm. That's right - a rehearsal in the gym!

Saturday - High School. The doors to the student parking lot will be open. Be in the gym ready to stretch at 7:29.

Random gift HERE. You should see this.

~Lindsey Harrison

This week - Oak Grove...

Tuesday

• Begin re-taping your poles with white tape. Make sure that the caps are completely and neatly covered. If you need help, just ask.
• Rehearsal for everyone at 6:30 - 8:30 in the Intermediate Gym (where we always are). Be early.
• We will try on dresses. If you can be there at 6pm, meet me in the lunchroom. No worries if you can't.

Thursday

• All poles must be show ready with white tape.
• Rehearsal 6:30 - 8:30. Location TBA. Check the blog.

Saturday

• 7:30 - 9:30 Rehearsal. Location TBA. Check the blog.
• 2:30 Depart for Oak Grove. We'll meet at the Band Room. Don't be late.
• 6:03 Perform

Sunday

• 12:35 Perform
• 3:45 Depart for Chelsea
• 5:30 Arrive at Chelsea High Band Room.

Our drivers for this weekend are Mrs. Weldon and Mrs. Moore. Everyone will get an info packet on Tuesday with detailed schedules for each day. Additional copies are available by email. Click HERE for the show website. More information is available there such as: full show schedule, directions, maps.

Haley, we miss you already!! TinkerBill, the "get better soon fairy", sends his wishes.

Team AnnA wanted me to pass THIS along.

~Lindsey Harrison

A note of thanks...

I don't know if you guys realize just how much we have accomplished. You thrilled me tonight with your dedication to perfection. I can see that this program truly is a "mutual love."

Have a wonderful and safe weekend. Check back on Tuesday for some updates.

~Lindsey Harrison

All kinds of random info...

RIFLES WILL MEET BETWEEN THE GYM AND LUNCHROOM AT 5:15pm. REGULAR PRACTICE WILL BEGIN AS SCHEDULED.

The picture of Oak Grove was from their 2005 show entitled "Flies on the Butter." Click HERE for more information about the Oak Grove program; one of the oldest in the state and some of the nicest people you will ever meet.

We compete in the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit. Click HERE for their web-site. There is also a link to the site on the right of the blog. Be sure to check out the Forum. Any member or parent can register and participate in circuit discussion. The Forum can be accessed through the SCGC homepage or by clicking HERE. Bookmark this site and have fun!

Our first show is Jan 20 and 21 at Oak Grove. This is a two day show for us. Packing lists and itineraries will be posted by Tuesday, Jan 16. Click HERE for the show schedule and more information.

More info to come...

Pictured below: Alta Marea of University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa. (that's what we call it here at UAB)

Today, Saturday, January 6th

We will be at the Intermediate School today. Be ready to start at 1pm (that means be there before 1pm).

Parents... please have the dinner supplies in the lunch room by 4:50. Thank you for your help!

I will see everyone in a bit.

~Lindsey Harrison

Pictured below - Oak Grove High School Winter Guard, AL

Just a reminder...

Our Winter Camp is Saturday, Jan. 6th from 1pm - 8pm. The location, as of now, is at the Intermediate School Gym. Check the blog Saturday morning for the definite location. I will post it before 12noon on Saturday. Can't access the blog? Call me.

Notes for Saturday...

• You MUST be early to whatever rehearsal site is chosen. We will start on time.
• Be sure you are in all black. I have a fellow circuit member attending rehearsal.
• Don't eat a large lunch. We will break for dinner from 5pm - 6pm. No member will be permitted to leave the rehearsal site during the break.

Parents...if you have volunteered to bring items for dinner, please have them at the site by 4:45pm. Our meeting will begin promptly after 5pm.

Other Announcements...

• Many have asked about contributing to the flower order for Ms. Hannah's service. The Color Guard and Dance Line divided the totals by the membership and a check was written to Mrs. Dunaway for the order. Everything has been taken care of.
• The deadline for all sponsorship forms is Jan. 31.
• Account statements for each member will be issued on Saturday.

Check this out. This is what I will be doing all day, everyday, this summer. Seniors...what about you?

~Lindsey Harrison