news from the unemployed

That's right, I'm now unemployed. Can lawyers read minds? That or they found this blog, somehow...regardless, yesterday they informed me that they would no longer be needing me. The office manager assured me that it had nothing to do with my job performance, but that they were just concerned that I would get a better offer (performing) and leave them high and dry (not her exact words, but you get the gist). It's a blessing really. Although I was a little peeved that they broke up with me before I could break up with them, I feel very free and ready to take on the challenges of building my business: as professional singer and voice teacher. I made a to-do list a mile long yesterday, and today I am beginning to tackle it. I was joking the other day that it was my temping Schwanengesang (swan song).

I feel very refreshed and energetic today after a solid eight hour night's sleep. I'm blogging, emailing, drinking coffee and watching Oprah until it becomes an acceptable hour to start making calls, then working on my audition CD and application materials. Yoga at the gym at noon, followed by practicing, lunch, and a bit of house cleaning. My parents are coming in to see the show tonight, so the apartment must get the ritual "parental visit cleaning". God forbid they see the pile of crumbs under the coffee table --they'll know that Nick and I eat every meal in front of the television! I may treat myself to a pedicure -- my mom sent me a little "opening night gift" check last week and told me to treat myself to something. Lord knows I won't be able to afford pedicures for awhile.

It's going to be a busy weekend of three shows, but I think it will be enjoyable. And next week I start rehearsals for the Haydn concert with Music of the Baroque. I stopped by their office to get my score yesterday, and it got me so excited!!!! The chorus is pretty small, just eight per section, and I don't recognize a single name on the roster, so it will be fun to meet some new people and work with PROFESSIONALS! Weehoo! Next week at this time we will be on our way to Traverse City for vacay! Hooray!

Have a great weekend everyone. Do what makes you happy.