My NW Indiana and More: 2021

Saturday, February 27, 2021

Christi's First Ride

It is the little things in life that count. Last year we ordered Christi a new bicycle. It was to be delivered mid October, however the pandemic put a kibosh on that. The delivery was extended, twice, until it arrived this February.

She was hoping to still get some riding in at the end of last year. Obviously the delay in delivery, and all the snow we had in February, did not allow that until today.

You can tell by the smile on her face how rejoiced she is to have a "new" bicycle, and not the low end ones you would find at the box stores. This one fits her, rides nice, and is ergonomic.

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Friday, February 19, 2021

Daddy Long Legs at the Towle Theater

Daddy Long Legs

Music & Lyrics by Paul Gordon

Book by John Caird

Based on the novel by Jean Webster

I want to thank the Board of Directors for this show, and for allowing my bride Christi and I to photograph it. It meant a lot to us, and to the staff and support staff at the Towle Theater. You could tell by just being there this evening.

Opening shows for the year are always emotional. Opening after a year off becomes very emotional in a very positive way. Opening the year with a show like "Daddy Long Legs" is emotional as well, in another positive way.

Though there were challenges to pull off this virtual event, Isabella Andrews playing "Jerusha Abbott", and Adam Moxness playing "Jervis Pendleton", brought this with a statement. More than just taking a position against the pandemic and that the show must go on. Their performance was outstanding, making the statement "we are actors, so do not mess with us". Even before the last full rehearsal started, watching last minute scene rehearsals brought tears.

I love the time period this is set in. There is so much glamour with the time, and also much "I am upper class" and "you are deserving of my favor", that being human as we are, we come together because we inspire each other no matter who we are. This musical does touch us in such a way to make us realize that if we listen, we can care. If we can care, we may find our own heart. If we can find our heart, we will find love.

I have not given anything away. This joyful production by our wonderful Jeff Casey, with music director Elizabeth Tuazon, shows you how much they missed what they love. Both Isabella and Adam are brilliant in character and voice, and with whatever comes there way.

Here are a more than a few photos for you to enjoy. More information on the virtual event is at the bottom of this blog.