That Song In My Head!

On Sunday, after we got home from church, we had to gobble our food down very quickly. Why, you might ask? Well, we had a 45 min. drive to get to the "Fabulous" Fox Theater in downtown Atlanta for the Broadway musical production of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" at 1 PM. Whew!...we made it just in time, with 20 mins. to spare! We had great seats right on the main floor! There were people in attendance from all age groups, young and old alike, and it was a packed house!

The lights quickly dimmed and the music started. I sat in my seat with all the anticipation of a child on Christmas morning! Finally, the curtain went up and the magic began. Let me say that the entire production was phenomenal! Yes, there were plenty of moments throughout when I had that glazed over "Laura Ingall's look" in my eyes, as I'm sure Chris will agree. I may not have been up on that stage, physically, but I was certainly there in spirit! I, also, have to admit that when they sang "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang", my eyes welled up with tears. Silly, I know, but it brought back lots of warm memories from my childhood days. The car actually flew...it was the neatest thing! I'm just so thrilled I was able to experience it with my girls...they thoroughly enjoyed it; Chris did, too! I have to give a big thank you to my hubby for making it such a memorable event for us all. He made me feel "truly scrumptious"!

Now, there was one song that I absolutely can't get out of my head..."Me Ole' Bamboo". So, I thought I'd share this clip with you from the original movie. Take my word for it...your feet will be tapping like crazy and when your head hits your pillow at night, you'll be singing the song over and over in your mind! Sweet dreams!


If you ever have the opportunity to see the musical production of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang", don't pass it up! It will make you feel like a kid all over, again!

"The things which the child loves remain in the domain of the heart until old age."~Kahlil Gibran

P.S. Please say a prayer for Abby...I'll be taking her in this morning to get her rapid palatal expander and she's very nervous about it. Pray that everything goes smoothly. Also, say a prayer for Brittany, as well. First of all, she has lots of finals coming up, which is causing her plenty of stress. Then, today, she's helping out with the Special Olympics all day at her high school. Pray that it will be a very positive experience for her and that she'll be deeply touched by the children she assists. I volunteered with the Special Olympics when I was in college and it was so rewarding...I've never forgotten about those sweet and remarkable kids!

Watch Out For That Flying Car!

Today is usually "Thankful Thursday" hosted by Rhondi over at Rose Colored Glasses. However, she has decided to take a break this week, which I completely understand. Well, since I'd already written my post, I'll go ahead and share it. I still have much for which to be thankful!

Oh, you pretty Chitty Bang Bang,
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, we love you,
And our pretty Chitty Bang Bang,
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang loves us, too,
High, low, anywhere we go,
On Chitty Chitty we depend,
Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,
Our fine four fendered friend,
Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,
Our fine four fendered friend!

Do those lyrics spark a memory of the classic 1960's movie "Chitty Chitty Bang, Bang" for you like they do me? I must admit that, as a child, it was one of my all-time favorite movies...EVER! Even to this day, I enjoy watching it when it comes on TV because it evokes some wonderful childhood memories. The only part of the movie I didn't care for was the scene with the Child Catcher. Remember him? He used to scare me to death and I'd always hide my face when that part came on.

Now, I'm sure you're wondering what all of this has to do with "Thankful Thursday". Well, last Sunday morning, as Chris and I were reading the paper before heading to church, I noticed that the Broadway production of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" was coming to the FABULOUS Fox Theater in downtown Atlanta. It REALLY is fabulous!!! Anyhow, I made mention of it to Chris and how I'd love to see it. He knows how much I LOVE Broadway musicals. He says I always get that "Laura Ingalls' look" in my eyes whenever I see one. It's true...I sit there and imagine myself up on the stage twirling around and belting out each song. Then, everyone gives me a standing ovation! OK...back to reality here!

Needless to say, that's all I said about it...I wasn't even sure if Chris was listening! Well, when we got back home that afternoon, Chris went upstairs to the office. To my surprise, he came down a few minutes later and informed me that he'd purchased tickets for us all to go see "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" in April!!! I was completely flabbergasted! I am so excited...you have no idea!

So, on this "Thankful Thursday", I feel very blessed to have a husband who understands me and who knows the kinds of things that bring a little extra joy to my day. I'm, especially, thankful that he picks up on subtle messages I send him...even when I think he's not paying attention!

I'm sure I'll be singing that song for days on end...I pity my poor family!;)

"Those who wish to sing, always find a song."~Swedish Proverb