Remembering Jack

Its hard to believe today marks 3 years since my Dad past away. I confess this year, it feels less significant as my thoughts and heart have been more preoccupied with my Mother's passing in May.

I wanted to just list some things about him that I remember, because no matter what people say time DOES fade memories. I do not believe his spirit is still here or that he lives in my heart or memories --- that doesn't mean he is absent from my life, my thoughts, and my heart. I just believe that it is my responsibility to intentionally remember him so that I won't forget.

One of the ways I remember him most, almost on a weekly basis is observing my Danny. They say little girls are drawn to men that are like their fathers. If you know Danny or Mr. Snead, you know there isn't anyone in the check-out line, the drive-thru or ANY public setting that either of them won't engage in friendly exchange with. Ask Danny, and he will tell you after I've seen him joke or be friendly to someone, I say, "I married Jack Snead."

• My father loved people
• He cherished me
• He SPOILED me
• He liked to dance but looked a little weird at it
• He let me stand on his feet when we danced together
• He use to say to me "There's the pretty girl!"
• He spanked me with a belt (ouch!)
• His nick name for me was "Jack-Jack"
• I have many memories of him fully supporting me in all my school activities
• He was generous in telling me he loved me and was proud of me

Request for My Modeling Talents

I'm back by popular demand.

Yes, I've been approached to be a model for an upcoming Bridal Fashion Show November 8 in Cary, NC. I know, I know, many of you have wondered what was going on with my acting/modeling career --- was it on hold indefinitely? was I waiting for the perfect time for a comeback? did I truly understand how my absence has affected the entertainment industry? Fear no longer, as this role as a bride is one I think will be my most brilliant yet.

I'll start my regiment of water and oxygen to get ready to squeeze into a size 0 gown. Well, okay maybe a size .75. Um, maybe I'll just opt for wearing the mother of the bride dresses ......

Click here for details on my upcoming appearance.

The Diviners

Congratulations to Lauren who landed the part of a 1930s diner owner in this fall's play, The Diviners. There are only 4 female roles and the main characters are 2 men. Its a small part, but she is thrilled to have made the cut and is looking forward to the production. Rumors have it that it will be a "minimalist" production with few props and set production. Even Michael, our theatre tech guru doesn't expect to do much because of this.

Here is a brief synopsis of the play which, in my opinion is "interesting."

In a small farm community during the depression water and faith are in short supply. A charismatic but back-sliding preacher drifts into town and meets a gentle but misunderstood boy with the gift of divining or water-witching. The two outcasts find a common bond and help each other divine for truth, faith and hope. The townspeople though demand the preacher return to a way of life he no longer believes in and it drives both men to a crisis of trust. Jim Leonard Jr.'s earthy, funny, poignant and profoundly tragic play has echoes of Steinbeck's classic depression era work. The characters are simple but good people searching for hope and something to believe in.