Great job at the parade!

Click here for more photos from Bookout Photography!

Tonight's concert...

This evening, all Fall members not in concert band need to report to the lobby at 6:30 in Sunday dress. You'll serve as hostesses for the event handing out programs and holding doors. Attendance is required.

Winter Make-up Trial...

The colors are a bit different than in pictures but this will give you an idea. Ashley is super excited about working with you guys again - as am I. Guess I'm not too bad to hang around, huh? :)

BUSINESS LIST...

Please leave a comment with your sponsorship intentions. I will then place them in the body of the blog once received. Make sure you aren't doubling up on anybody.

• Alota Scents
• American First Federal Credit Union
• Eddleman Properties
• Greystone Orthodontics
• Landscape Services
• Miree Construction
• Moore Orthondontics
• Project Consulting Services
• Thornton Homes
• Westover Family Dentistry - Dr. Honea

MONDAY REHEARSAL...

5:15 - 7:30, Mt. Laurel Lobby. See you then. ~L

Thursday sees us at Mt. Laurel from 5:30 - 7:30. Plan on starting in the lobby - I'll text you if anything changes. Be ever so safe driving in this gorgeous weather. See you this afternoon. ~L

Today...

I just sent everyone an email, but we won't be meeting today. I have to finish up my semester work. Everything is as usual for the rest of the week. Be safe.

~L

Rifle line...

for Winter 2009 will include Emily Bookout, Jessica Gunnarson, Kristina Kelley, Erin Standifer, and Hannah Visser. Everyone really did a wonderful job tonight and all should continue their work on each piece of equipment. Have a wonderful night. I'll see those listed above tomorrow from 4pm - 6pm at Mt. Laurel. ~L

World AIDS Day...

Learn something today. Click here for information on World AIDS Day, celebrated on this Dec. 1, 2008. The song we listened to first for the season, Hush, Hush, Hush, was written by Paula Cole in honor of her friend who suffered from AIDS. Read about it here.

Happy Thanksgiving...

Wanted to take a break from the Macy's parade and wish you all the best of today. The fact that my break occurs during Miley Cyrus' performance only makes my morning that much better. But on a more serious note...I am truly thankful for each of you associated with all that our program has become. Thanksgiving is a time for appreciation and family - I greatly appreciate this, our color guard family. Have a wonderful and safe day and I'll see you guys next week.

For the inquiring minds, click here to read about the history of Thanksgiving.

All my best,

~L

Rifle...

Let's recap tonight. You guys need to solidify just what we did tonight and we'll broach it again on Tuesday and add a few things. Don't get adventurous - I don't want you to get hurt. If you missed tonight, no big deal. We'll catch you up next week. You can watch the clip below for a few pointers. This kid also has some other videos with good points. Be safe and smart!

Time Change...

For Tuesday's rehearsal, we will be meeting from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Mt. Laurel. Come in by the playground, turn right, and we'll stretch in that hallway (by the bathrooms). Be safe in the wet!

Yesterday I went to the doctor and learned a few things...

• One should not go to the walk-in clinic at 5:34pm if you have anything else to accomplish with your evening.
• I need to take a pillow next time.
• I have a "great" case of streptococcus, better known to most as "strep throat."

With that last revelation, I have been instructed to stop living; these last few days, seems I have that on lock down. I hate to cancel again, but I feel I must. It's too early for us all to get sick. So, we will postpone our rehearsals until Tuesday, Nov. 25, where you will also get your handbooks. Enjoy your weekend.

~L

Saturday...

We're at Mt. Laurel on Saturday from 2pm - 5pm. With your free time today, check the clip below. It's crazy and you can read more about it here.

This afternoon...

we will not have rehearsal. We're still on for Saturday from 2pm - 5pm and weapons on Sunday from 5pm - 7:30.

Wash your hands, take your vitamins, don't get sick. It's no fun. ~L

Don't forget...

Tonight hosts a couple of meetings:

• 5:45, Winter Guard, Choir Room
• 7pm, Band Boosters, Band Room

Be safe and have a great afternoon! ~L

Your assignment...

Click here for the lyrics. Your job is to send me an email with your thoughts and interpretation of the song. Have fun. You can click here for a synopsis of the movie.

Found this movie today and it reminded me of Tabby. Enjoy...

Thursday...

clinic will end at 6pm. Please make the change in your schedule. ~L

Today...

If you're able, go vote. Click here for some facts on America's franchise history. If you would like info on Alabama voting, click here for the registrar's website.

The Christmas Parade...

will be on Saturday, December 20 - click here for the City's webpage. All will meet at the Intermediate School at 9am in full warm-up with hair half-up/half-down. Make up on your own - just look like you have some on. We'll have lipstick and earrings.

Click here to view photos from last year's parade via the Bookout's website.

Many of you have heard about Ashley's new blog and, yes, she told me to put a link up here. As always, I obey. ;) Click here for her site, Vintage Vamp.

Thank you Band Boosters...

for hosting the 2nd Annual Steak Dinner! It's happening on Tuesday after rehearsal in the Lunch Room. Ladies, here is what you need to bring...

• Freshman/8th graders - Desserts (Any Kind)
• Sophomores - Last Name A - M - Salad (Lettuce w/ Tomato, Cucumbers, Cheese etc. - your choice) Last Name N - Z - Salad Fixings (Dressings, Croutons, Bacon Bits etc.)
• Juniors - Tea (2)

Go...

Indeed you are...

Thanks Karin for the picture. Congrats on another great show ladies! Enjoy your day off. ~L

To Heardmont...

Click HERE for directions to the Shelby County Showcase.

Performance Schedule...

• National Anthem, 6:30
• Montevallo, 6:40
• Vincent, 6:55
• Chelsea, 7:10
• Shelby County, 7:25
• Calera, 7:40
• Pelham, 7:55
• Thompson, 8pm
• Oak Mountain, 8:25
• Mass Band, Following OMHS Performance

Performer of the Week...

goes to Miss Jessica Gunnarson! We can always rely on a smile, hilarious comment, and oblivious notion from this child. Congrats!!!

You should...

FRESHEN YOUR COSTUMES!

I might have to kill you if it's still wadded up in your garment bag. And blood won't come out of velvet. ;)

Do it now. ~L

Gorgeous...

Click here to view and purchase more pictures. Special thanks to the Bookout's for their service!

Welcome...

Hurricane Gustav evacuees to the Birmingham-Metro. Click here for a very interesting slideshow from Yahoo! Photos. I do hope our visitors find our city most hospitable. Our thoughts are with you.

Happy Labor Day!

Have a wonderful day off with your family. Click here for the Department of Labor's history of the holiday. Be ever so safe and I'll see you tomorrow.

Fantastic...

I told you last night that I would never lie to you...and I'm not. I'm sure it was a shock to see everything together at once, but it was another step in the right direction. Watch the Bookout's page for some fantastic pics from last night.

Enjoy your long and free weekend. My appreciation for each of you - L

Be happy...

Just thought you'd like to know that my door hosted two boxes whose contents we hold most dear. You'll get them tomorrow. ~L

The Chelsea High School Hornet Pride Marching Band - Fall 2008

If I had to have a cat, this would be it....

Wonderful job tonight, Ladies. I'll see you all tomorrow at 1pm - 5pm on the Practice Field. Check your email.

~L

I asked Destin Marie Weldon - Captain 2006 - 2007 and Emily Jo Moore - Captain 2007 -2008 to lend a few words of encouragement. Here's what they had to say...

Wow, I can’t believe it is your first performance. I have heard nothing but incredible things about you all. I know the majority of girls are incredibly nervous, and that’s okay, I remember my first game, I thought I was going to throw up! I looked at all of the people in the stands and it seemed like they were just staring at me, waiting for me to mess up. Well they are not! You are going to look incredible to every single person who walks into that stadium. All they can see is how beautiful and talented you are. I know this summer you have been pushed more than you ever have in your entire life, but when you step out on that field tonight you will see that it was all worth it. The hours of sweating, the miles you ran up that stupid hill, the soreness, the broken nails, and the desires to kill Lindsey will not matter anymore. It will be you, the field, and your flag. That’s all that matters anyway. Perform with every that is in you! Do not let fear get the best of you. Keep your heads up and pour every bit of passion you have into what you do. I do not know if you have noticed, but Chelsea has the most beautiful guard that God has brought together. You are a team... encourage each other, feed off of each other, and most of all love each other. With every breath you take and every move that you make do it to the glory of God. When you dance, dance like the angels around the throne of God. I love each of you so much and I am so proud. Love, Emmi

Although I've only known most of you for a short period of time, I've already begun to see just how much you can accomplish when you set your mind to it. Remember when you go out on the field tonight, that you're not doing this show to impress anyone but yourself, so don't be nervous, this is all about you, and the way that YOU feel. So don't just run through it, get into it and enjoy it, there's no rush quite like a guard performance. So go out there and shine like I know you can, use the crowd's energy and just have fun. I know you'll all do amazing. Go out there and show the world! All my love, Destin Marie

You influence is astounding...

Jackson learns from the best.

Pretty clean...

Slight Change...

Today

• 4pm, Call at Practice Field/Sectional
• Bring water and a snack
• 5p - 9pm, Band Rehearsal

Wednesday

• 3:30 - 5pm, Costume Fitting - Band Room
• If you need to make it somewhere at 5pm, then we'll have you go first. No problem.

Thursday

• 5pm, Call at Practice Field/Sectional
• Bring water
• 6pm - 8pm, Band Rehearsal

Friday

• We will discuss Friday this evening.

So the poll thing didn't work as planned. I'll keep messing with it, but we'll vote on Monday. ~L

(sings) Band Camp is Hot HOT HOT!

Several water breaks were taken today as we ventured into the second song. Spirits are high, bodies are tired, and minds are engaged. Could this be the best yet? I think so! Keep all of these lovely kids in your thoughts. They've hit each and every new skill thrown at them with amazing stride. Special thanks to all of the parents keeping the kids in place as well as the staffs' minds! Pics will be uploaded for dinner. 30 minutes until sectionals on the field. ~L

We're here...

Here is what we're dealing with at 7:06 on a Monday morning. More to come...

New things...

Tomorrow, I have cds for everyone with our "playlist" on it. This includes the fall show as well as some of our rehearsal standards. Also...

Click here for photos from Mountain Lakes

Click here for Bookout Photography and their wonderful pictures.

Performer of the Week...

Our first Performer of the Week for the Fall 2008 season is

Miss Kristina Kelley

Congrats Tina!

Mountain Lakes...

Click here for the Mountain Lakes Resort website.

Click here for directions to Langston, AL.

Click here for directions to Chelsea, AL from Langston, AL.

Phone Numbers...

• Lindsey's Cell - 1.256.601.9364
• Lingerfelt Residence - 1.256.659.2462/8198/8536
• Mountain Lakes Resort - 1.256.582.5556
• Deborah Fulton - 1.205.746.6814
• Gilda Clayton - 1.205.369.4205

Happy 4th...

to everyone! Click here for some interesting facts on this national holiday. Also, Vulcan Park in Southside - Birmingham will be hosting their Thunder on the Mountain...above my house!! Click here for more information. May the best be with you and yours.

~L

This afternoon...

It's business as usual at Mt. Laurel from 4pm - 7pm. We will be running and continuing with the closer's flag work as well as dipping into some more fundamentals of movement.

Please let me know if you're not going to be able to make it - unless your Karin or Hannah V.

Be safe and I'll see you this afternoon. ~L

This week...

We have different times this week...

Tonight (Tuesday) at 4pm - 7pm, Mt. Laurel Elem

Let me know if you're going to be late or absent. Have a good afternoon.

This evening, a change...

Due to some hitches at the mechanic (no pun intended), I am moving our rehearsal time to 5pm - 7:30. If you have other plans t 7pm and need to leave, I understand completely. Oh...and yes, we're going to run. :)

~L

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Content to test for Live Bookmarks.

Congratulations to our graduates Miss Courtney Gay, Miss Alyson Johnson, Miss Emily Moore, and Mr. Cameron Wiggins. The four individuals have contributed immensely to the family that is The Color Guard of Chelsea High and for that, we thank them.

Blessings and love as you enter your future.

Lost and found...

It's that time of year when everything gets pulled out of the closet and gets put in a better place. Not surprising is the amount of clothes that were left. Any of this look familiar (click on the pic to enlarge)... Some things we noticed...Erin Standifer - your jacket, Emily Moore - the 83 inch heels, Natalie Coleman - speaker?, Kelsey Adcock - Clinique tote?, Kristina Kelley - black flip flops?

It's a new day in the Visual Ensemble (VE) Room and you'll all be surprised.

If any of this is yours, please let me know and/or come get it by next Friday.