“America, you great unfinished symphony, you sent for me. You let me make a difference. A place where even orphan immigrants can leave their fingerprints and rise up.”— Alexander Hamilton

I was having a pretty tough week last week and just when I needed it I got an invited to go see a play.  I was at work on Thursday afternoon when I got an unexpected text from a friend saying she had an extra ticket to see the play Hamilton on Saturday would I be interested in going. I did not even think about it I just said yes! It was exactly what I needed to get my mind off of life.  

I had not been to a play in theater district of Minneapolis since I had retired from my job at Carleton in 2018. I realize now how much I missed going to plays. I love the Orpheum Theatre.

It was a great night going with a friend and meeting two new women. We went out for supper before the show and had great conversations.  It was also the first time I have driven up to the area by myself. I have been to many shows in the area but have always had someone else with me. I was proud of myself for getting there, finding my favorite parking lot, walking and finding the restaurant and getting back home all on my own.  At 61 years old I figured it was about time to get over my anxiety of driving someplace on my own. 

 

The play was GREAT!! I would recommend it to everyone. Go see it!! Thank you so much to my friend Colette for the invite and the great company. 

Get out of your comfort zone....

Sharon