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Bill Moffitt, 1925-2008

Dr. William “Bill” Moffitt, long time Director of the Cougar Marching Band at the University of Houston and band composer, passed away on March 5, 2008. I had the opportunity to be at the U of H game where they honored him by naming the band hall (I think) after him. He conducted the band during halftime for the playing of of his famous “The Horse” as well as a few others, if I remember correctly. I’m sad I never got to meet him. U of H Bands and their Kappa Kappa Psi chapter has created a memorial page here. RIP…

Act Naturally

**WARNING, THIS POST MIGHT BE A LITTLE GROSS**

For anyone who saw me at TMEA or since has probably heard about my left middle fingernail. For those of you who haven’t, in short, I almost ripped that fingernail off the night before I left for TMEA. Since then, it’s been hanging out, waiting to fall off and I’ve been wearing at least a bandaid on in, if not the finger splint if I’m going to be in a heavily populated area (like the exhibit hall at TMEA or the Narita Airport). It was painful for about a week but then, I’ve just been gentle with how I use that finger because I didn’t want to cause anymore pain than I’ve already had with it. I’ve even learned to type without it as hitting the end of the nail always caused a twinge to run up my arm. In fact, typing this is awkward because I’m making myself use that finger and I’m paranoid in doing it. LOL

So as you might have guessed, it finally came off today. I’m not sure what to do with it now (no, not the nail that came off, silly!!). I really hope a nail grows back, too! It looks funny now….

Rip It Up

With today being the pairing party for the NCAA Basketball Tournament, I thought I’d share this wonderful video with you. Thanks to Connie for sharing it with me. 🙂

Birthday

Happy Birthday to my wonderful sister Trish!!!

We’ve had our share of ups and downs in the past but I love that this trip to Japan has brought us closer together. I love your sense of humor and style. You always seem to know how to have a great time, where ever you are, whatever you’re doing. Have a spectacular day, Trish!! Love you!

What You’re Doing

I’ve just gotten through the halfway point through Spring Break 2008 and I have to report that it’s been very productive and fun!

I started out by going to an SPHS Girl’s Soccer game on Saturday morning. They played against Westwood at The Palace and after a slow start, did alright. Final score, tie 1-1.

On Sunday, I built my garden:

I can’t wait to eat my own veggies. I have 8 varieties of peppers, 2 types of tomatoes, some Japanese eggplant, arugula, fennel, sage, Greek oregano, cilantro, rosemary, green onion and garlic. Next to the garden box, you’ll see my compost pile. I’m feeling more and more organic every day!!

Thanks to Monica for her help in putting my garden together. That soil was HEAVY and I couldn’t have hauled and mixed it all up without her. After we were done gardening, we went to her friend Jeff’s for a BBQ. Yummy!!

Monday, I spent some time with my mom. We went to my favorite Chinese restaurant Hunan in South Austin for some noodles. I rarely get down there for them but when I do, OMG, they are magnificent!!

I’ve cleared out more of the garage and put more stuff in the “to be sold” stack. (no picture of the garage, sorry) I’ve laid out and have a nice little bit of lobster coloring that will quickly turn to tan. (no picture of tan lines, either)

On Tuesday night, we went out to go see Boombox, ATX. As always, it was a good concert.

Before we headed to Lucky Lounge for Boombox, we went to Whiskey Bar so I could try their creme brulee martini. She set the glass on fire. Very cool trick, I tell ya!