Here is an update on my future plans; not too encouraging:
I checked my school email today to find an email from the Pennsylvania Ballet that had been sitting there for a week and a half, and that I'd been awaiting anxiously. Basic message: "Thanks for auditioning, sorry we can't take you, maybe next time." It was not unexpected, yet still rather disappointing. I am sorry to see my list of possible options for next year dwindling farther still. Currently it stands: I could possibly be accepted to Moody Bible Institute, for which I am currently on the waiting list, or I could possibly (and I like to think more probably) be offered a traineeship with Milwaukee Ballet, though this option is looking less and less appealing. I've been hearing from people who didn't really like the program, and I just found out that the pay is next to nothing. I guess I'd have to work some 25 hours a week on top of dancing full time just to support myself. Maybe I could put my meager Spanish skills to good use and wait tables at one of the many Mexican restaurants sprinkled around the company's studios. I am reminding myself that I really need to trust that God has everything in his hands and that he will give me what's best for me.
Last night I went to see The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, and it was pretty good. Not enough emphasis on Aslan in my opinion, but there were several poignant and moving scenes including him that were really beautiful, not to mention that the scenenry and effects were impressive, the characters well played, and the battle scenes exciting. (I found myself gripping my armrests even though I knew what would happen!) Overall it was encouraging; I am inspired to seek out and discover what more can be found in my personal relationship with Christ. C.S. Lewis really is amazing; he's my favorite author.
Danny was very encouraging to me when I was feeling down this morning; when we met I was crying, but gradually he cheered me up and I was laughing before long and having a most splendid time. He is such a good listener, and such a wonderful friend. Sometimes I forget how much I need him.
P.S. Harmony Cafe has really good sandwiches!