A brand new ME!

So. It's been a while since I had a real chance to blog. It's been an AMAZING summer. Let me tell what has happened this summer and give you a chance to catch up on my life....for those who are interested.

The summer started off really fun. I got to direct a play at the local college comedy festival, and was able to cast my wife in the show. It was a BLAST. Not only did I get to see my wife have a great time, but I also used my very first drama teacher, and it was so rewarding. As soon as that show opened, I was off to Lincoln, Nebraska to the International Thespian Society convention. It was the first time that I was there, and I was really nervous and excited. My school won one of the "Outstanding School" awards, and I was there just to accept the award. Within the week, I had realized what an amazing conference this was, and was sad to find out that I was the only delegate from Utah. I asked around, and was led to an amazing lady who told me to come the regional dinner, and I could meet other leaders from my area. Next thing I know, I am being introduced as the new Chapter Director of Utah! Although it sounds great, and I was happy to step up and get the ball rolling in my state....I am totally overwhelmed by this.

I came home just in time to help my wife with the 5th annual Summer Theatre Institute that was hosting 40 students from all over to produce "High School Musical 2" onstage. It was incredible to see a group of artists that really didn't like the material making it work. The show was HOT!! I know that the script and story leave a lot to be desired, it was a great show, and we were really proud of it. As SOON as that show opened, I was off to Vegas for a leadership training for EdTA and Thespians. WHEW!

I came home for 1 whole day, and was off again to take the Student Council (of which I am the new faculty advisor) to in service. 3 days later I was teaching 5-15 year old kiddies for two FULL weeks, as well as extension classes and workshops.

Overall, I had about 3 days off, and what did I do with them? See Plays......I think that I am a BIT obsessed. :)

The most exciting part of the summer has been my new hobby. Working out. I have an AMAZING parent that is starting a business for the new "Biggest Loser" fad, and is using me to get others excited. I am on a meal plan, and workout plan...at first it SUCKED, and I tried so hard to be good, and now I am really getting addicted to that post work-out "accomplished" feeling. It has been 10 weeks today, and I have lost 53 pounds. I feel great, and have passion for life again.

All in all, I had the world's worst spring, but this summer has been the real re-birth of Andrew Lloyd Hunsaker. I have deleted all the previous posts on my blog....I want to start anew and with a positive vibe here.


To quote from my favorite cheesy musical:

" I am so much better....than before!"

Thanks for all of your love and support and words of encouragement. If it means anything, all of your thoughts and prayers have saved my life this season. I can be better tomorrow than I was today.