Hiatus

Annie will close this Sunday and so begins my theatre hiatus. I made the decision to TRY and not do theatre for 2011. It's gotten more difficult to do things I need and want to get done and see people I want to see. It will be a true test of self control on my part to say no. But I have done my research and listed my pros and cons and have come to the conclusion that theatre must take a backseat to my life right now. I want the weekends open and the weeknights free to see Brendan and plan the wedding and get back on a healthy eating schedule and exercise routine. And we all know how shitty you tend to eat while doing a show because there isn't really any time to put a healthy meal together so you just grab whatever's there or make a quick stop at the nearest gast station for snacks. I have missed many family events and B and I rarely have been able to attend parties together. It's always, "Where's Kristin?" or "Where's Brendan?" And the answer is usually, "She has a show today," or "He has rehearsal." I missed my aunt's retirement party when I did Grease back in the day, I missed B's nephews 1st birthday party, I missed birthdays here and there and several other things. So after this weekend, my focus will switch to family, creative projects I've been meaning to do, wedding planning, and food and exercise.

Annie has been amazing and fun and a great show to end with before the big break. Now back to dance classes, voice lessons, workouts, real food. But also back to family, friends, being home for Glee and 30Rock, spooning with my cat, reading, writing, having nowhere to be, and Keeping up with the Kardashians marathons with Mom and Mel. :)