Ah, Lovely Scarlet Pimpernel

• Well, The Scarlet Pimpernel is now over. Sad life. I enjoyed it so much. You know, I don't know what it is about theatre...it doesn't even matter if you have a part or not...theatre is happiness. It brings joy. Joy to all those who participate. Joy to the actors, and joy to the audience. And there's something extra special about a musical. Music is also joy. So, double the joy! :)

• I feel the same way I did when I quit dance. I feel like I've been separated from my family. I feel like I've moved away from home and from everything that I love. Although this isn't quite true, I do miss my cast family very much.

• However, I will say...there's something extraordinary about a smaller cast. You really have time to connect and bond with each other. But I really feel like this cast was amazing. I've become so close with all of them. I would just like to spend a few minutes to thank all of those that are really special. (Sorry, I don't have any pictures)

First and foremost:

Miss. Ludlow-

Wow! What an amazing woman. She really knows what she's talking about and she knows how to direct a show! We would be nothing without her. I appreciate her willingness to help out and always be a friend to everyone. She puts us first. And I really appreciate it. She is like a big sister to everyone. She is such a good example, and I will always be in debt to her for everything she's done.

Max-y Poo!

Haha. Max. What a guy. Thank you for everything. You were tons of fun and I could never frown when you were around. You always have something funny to say and it brightens everyone's day! (It rhymes...tee hee) You are a good friend to all, and you accept everyone for who they are. I really really really (etc.) appreciate it. I will miss you very much.

Jessica Hammar-

Oh, Jess. Words cannot describe what you mean to me. You bring such JOY to everyone you meet. You always have a smile on your face. You make everyone feel like they are important. You make me feel like a star and that I can do anything! The world is a much better place because of you. Thank you.

Dill Pickle!

Oh, Dillan! I just love you so much. You just make me laugh. You're so much fun. You make every situation happy, and light and I love it! Thanks.

Ashlee Freakin' Butikofer-

'nuf said. No, but really. Thank you for everything. For all the memories we've made together. For The Barbershop Festival, for the sleepover, for all the parties. For the long talks, for the boy problems, for I Dreamed A Dream, for the time spent together. Thanks for being my best friend. I know we'll be friends forever. Thanks for your example. Your example of an easy-going, happy attitude. Thanks for your laugh and your immature jokes. No big deal. You've only made my life. Don't go get big headed. :)

Cade.

YOU ARE MY HOME was beautiful. You stud muffin! Cade, thanks for making me laugh. Thanks for being so light-hearted. Thanks for the hugs. Thanks for making me feel special and important. Thanks for being such a good friend over the years. I will never forget you. :)

KOLE POWELL -

You. Are. Amazing. NO JOKE! Kole, I still cannot believe that it was your first play ever. You kicked trash. Just sayin'. You did ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Plus, you're super humble. That's awesome. If I were you, I'd brag all the time. You are so nice. You are such a good person. Thanks for the memories. Thanks for being my friend in Student Council. I needed you there. I would've died without you. Thanks so much. Don't forget me when you become a big ole star in college. Remember your little people friends, too! :)

Samii-

You are beautiful inside and out. I always appreciate your smile and your happy attitude. I love how you always have something to be happy about. You change a lot of people's moods because you say "hi". I know you've made my days better. Thank you. Thanks for being a true princess. Inside and out.

Jori-

Thanks for all the talks. Thanks for understanding. You will go far in this life. I love you.

ELISHA!

Oh yeah. I couldn't forget about you. You are a true star. You are so talented. So kind. So happy. So funny. You bring joy to everyone around you. Thanks bunches! :)

Reef-

Thanks for remembering me and still including me in the life of dance. It makes me feel needed. Thanks for putting me in charge. It made me feel like a star. Thanks for teaching me how to dance and be confident in myself. I just caught myself sitting up a little taller due to your posture nazi personality! :) Thanks.

Thanks to everyone! I really will miss all of you! You mean so much to me and don't you ever forget it!

Love,

Marci