I witnessed something amazing last night, Patti LuPone in Gypsy.  Seriously people, I was blown away by the story, the show, the performances.  Shockingly I had very little understanding of the musical, I had never seen the movie version and only knew a couple of the songs.  Just amazing.

Seeing Patti LuPone live is like witnessing Jesus turn water into wine.  There, I said it!  She has this quality, this average lady quality, that just explodes when she opens her mouth, revealing this powerful piece of machinery called her voice.  That shit is well oiled and should be boxed up and sold for millions.    If she asked me to tattoo her name on my butt, I would.

Color me thrilled! Go see this show if you’re coming to New York City this summer.  The cheap seats are great (it’s at the St. James, so there isn’t really a bad seat in the house).

Check it out, video of my first choir appearance ever. OMG, I just love being apart of this group. Seriously, wonderful people, good times and Christmas tunes, can you go wrong? Check out the group’s MySpace page, listen to some tunes and watch the video below (I’m in black towards the right, can you spot me?).

It’s the MOST WONDERFUL time of the Year

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Yes, it IS the most wonderful time of the year.

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OMG you guys. Amy Sedaris + Dolly Parton = perfection. Big time WOW!

Currently watching the series finale of “Extras.” Have you seen this show? Ricky Gervais, the mastermind behind the original “The Office,” is the creator and star. Check it out, I love it.

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I have nothing to write about, life is good. I feel obligated to update. Here goes…

* Obese black ladies with kick ass voices rock my world. Seriously, rock my motha-friggin world!

* I can’t stop baking. Today I made gingerbread muffins, carrot cake and pumpkin cookies. I rule!

* Jesse Irwin is still my boyfriend.

* I started my bike training today. Ow! Totally different set of muscles. You know you have your priorities out of whack when you treat yourself to a cupcake after a work out.

* I need a date.

* Lori White is my Alicia Keys.

* Alicia Keys is everything.

Smile y’all, Christmas is just around the corner! Peace out.

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I have a new boyfriend. His name is Jesse Irwin, the lead singer for the Dock Ellis Band.

Words don’t give this fella justice, he’s just that cool. The beard, the man, the band - all are amazing. But it’s all about the music. Check out their MySpace page to get a little sample wample.

Below is a clip of Jesse singing “Crystal Meth.” I love a man whose aware of the issues facing Americans.

I told you! He’s dreamy, admit it.

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I’ve joined a Christmas Choir. Celia’s Yuletide Express is not a professional choir, just a group of fun holiday song loving creative types who love to get together at locals bars and events around town and sing, sing, sing! We’re performing all month around St. Louis, MO, come see us if you can.
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I love being back in St. Louis. Everything seems to slow down here. People smile at one another on the streets (even the homeless say “Good Morning” to ya). When did we stop smiling at people?

I get to run today for the first time since the Marathon. After such an intense run you’re suppose to let your body rest for a while. But resting in December could prove to be dangerous? My six months in Los Angeles gave me an extra 10 pounds, I won’t let the most happily plump month of the year give me another 10. Plus I need to prepare for my big return to New York City on January 1st. I need to be able to bike 12 miles a day (to and from work), walk a ton, hit the subway steps without losing my breath, take tennis lessons and be in top shape to find a man. Phew! Health plan for December:
- WATCH THE FOOD, everything in moderation.
- Walk at least one hour everyday.
- Follow the running recovery plan.
- Bike, bike, bike.
- 8 Minute Abs everyday.
- Think skinny.
- Finally realize that crack is wack.

I can do it!
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Heading up to Iowa next week to volunteer for the John Edwards Presidential Campaign. Not sure that I’m supporting him yet, but my wonderful friend Meredith works for him. Check the blog out next week for lots of fun rural campaign stories!

Maybe I’ll be at the center of a bathroom sex scandal. Wouldn’t that be fantastic? I do need a date.

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