Today was absolutely fantastic.
I'm afraid my writing will have to be really brief, but I'll do my best to convey how I'm feeling.
I thought I'd miss out on a lot of the day if I slept in too much, but guess what? You can sleep in until 10 and still get some great stuff done!!!
I worked on homework a bit, and then lost myself in the book festival again... I really hope I make some money this summer, because I'm going to need to replenish the small dent these books have made on my savings account... whoops. But I'm super excited to read them!!!
Then it was to the theater for one final performance of "Fortinbras."
I wrote notes for everyone in the cast, so I got to hand those out. I think people really liked them, which makes me happy!
The whole show, I tried hard to not concentrate on how it was the last performance. The last few scenes got me thinking about it though... I think I'm too sentimental, but it filled my heart up with a lot of bittersweet feelings. The second to last scene has a lot of characters telling Fortinbras to "Rest well..." How fitting. We're laying the show to rest now, but I think it will rest "well" with all of us.
But it still ended.
I still can't quite believe it, but maybe that's because it was less than 24 hours ago!!!
Anyways, Francesca and I greeted and thanked our Writing 150 professor, who came to see it with her husband!!! It was super sweet of her to do so!!! I think I'll write her a thank you note :) Strike happened next, which started super chill, and then I got a hold of a screw gun. I love screw guns. They're so fun!!! Nevertheless, it's really sad how quickly a gorgeous set can come down...
I spent the next few hours in my dorm room- cleaning up, finishing homework, eating food.
And then we had the cast party at Kapil's apartment!!! I know, it's been quite a full day!!!
I know I've said it so many times, but I love these people. I hope so dearly that the end of this show doesn't mark the end of these connections and friendships, because I treasure all of them very much. Everyone is so positive, supportive, talented, funny, and interesting! Maybe I'll use the time I have now that the show's done to spend more time with all of them :)
Overall, my heart is so full and happy. It's going to be weird, not having rehearsals or shows every night now, but I'm so happy that it happened at all that I don't think I even care.
After all, "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." And that quote fits perfectly with today.
I'm so blessed to have gotten to be a part of this production. Of all the adventures I've had this year and all the great experiences, I think this is the best thing that's happened to me. It's a memory I will treasure, and a show I'm very proud to say was my USC stage debut. I can't wait for the next play, and I can only hope that it compares!
Thank you so much, if you came to see it. And even if you didn't, thanks for the support! Support doesn't always look like coming to every show, and I appreciate it no matter what form it's in.
The rest of this week might be tough and dull... but it's moments like today that keep you going through them. This weekend will be sticking with me all throughout the week.
But I need to sleep now. I love you all <3
Fight on, friends.
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