Day 77

We had our last day of rehearsal today, which went by way too quickly. We started out with stretch, and our visual tech Adam Steltenpohl told us 2 or 3 stories from years past (he is a spirit alum), then "age out basics", where only the age outs are left in the basics block. Music was in the same parking lot, and we had to move around some puddles. We finished out with a final ensemble, EPL, then semifinals performance at Lucas Oil. What an amazing performance; we definitely peaked at the right time. I was in tears at the end and for a while after, but I wouldn't have it any other way. We shared a lot of emotional hugs, changed, then separated out. Jacob Parker (my seat partner) and I went to the mall, ate Taco Bell, got Chick-Fil-A milkshakes, then just chilled in the mall for a while. Later we went back to the stadium and watched Bluecoats, Cadets, then Crown. I was pretty exhausted after today, can't wait to be home in 2 days time.

Day 75

We had a wonderful day today! We went to Walmart for 30 minutes where I bought a new shirt, then saw some of our members perform in I&E (Individual and Ensemble showcase), and ate at Steak and Shake. Then we went to our rehearsal site (a soccer complex) to rehearse for a block before going to our banquet. We're starting to become much more consistent in rehearsals, and that is intensely satisfying to me. A steak, potato, salad, and strawberry shortcake dinner was prepared for us for the banquet, then we had awards and skits teasing the staff about all the silly stuff they've done all season. Most of the corps is getting sick (I am too), but I'm just glad it hasn't disrupted rehearsal and that I've had good health for the rest of the season. We have quarterfinals tomorrow night in Lucas Oil! Can't wait!