Huzzah!!!! Its the last day of FebFast and seriously this month has flown by. I wanna thank everyone for all their support throughout the month and for the donations. I am $25 off my target. So I your still wanting to donate dig deep into your purses/wallets/pockets and donate what you can.
Days of FebFast: 28
Days remaining: 0
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 14
Amount raised: $475
Amount to Goal: $25
The shoutouts for this week go to Jax who generously donated to me when I was sitting in the pub with everyone drinking water. To the awesome Jayne thank you for your kindness and support throughout the month. Last but not least to the wonderful Brian(his is the completely anon donation on my page), thank you thank you thank you, He is meant to be saving to come visit in October but could still could find a few dollars for the cause.
If you wanna donate and help me reach my goal by the end of the day click now http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
FebFast - Day 18
Just over a week left can you believe it. The whole month is flying. I have had a bad week when it has come to sleeping. I dont know whether this is an effect of having not had alcohol in my system for a number of weeks or if it is something else. All I know is that i have been truely exhausted and the idea of a few drinks to help me sleep has been mentioned by a number of people. Who I will admit have forgot that I was doing FebFast. I quickly reminded them that I was on it to which they appologiesed :)
Days of FebFast: 18
Days remaining: 10
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 9
Amount raised: $430
Amount to Goal: $70
Shout out goes to the beautiful Leah. I spent the day on tuesday hanging with Leah as she was recovering from a heart operation. We watched Rent and chatted and she insisted on me showing her how to donate. She kindly donated more then I expected but explained. That as she was in hospital the week before she saved money on food and shopping so she was giving it to the charity instead. What an amazing thing to do/say. I am truely touch. Thank you lovely xx
Just $70 left to go and 10 days for me to achieve it. Help me get that goal. remember all you have to donated is the cost of a drink or more if you want. It is a great charity. We all knew someone as a teenager or young adult that got heavy into drinking and drugs. These charities are there to give support and help them in their time of need. You can help too. Just by clicking the link and donating.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Days of FebFast: 18
Days remaining: 10
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 9
Amount raised: $430
Amount to Goal: $70
Shout out goes to the beautiful Leah. I spent the day on tuesday hanging with Leah as she was recovering from a heart operation. We watched Rent and chatted and she insisted on me showing her how to donate. She kindly donated more then I expected but explained. That as she was in hospital the week before she saved money on food and shopping so she was giving it to the charity instead. What an amazing thing to do/say. I am truely touch. Thank you lovely xx
Just $70 left to go and 10 days for me to achieve it. Help me get that goal. remember all you have to donated is the cost of a drink or more if you want. It is a great charity. We all knew someone as a teenager or young adult that got heavy into drinking and drugs. These charities are there to give support and help them in their time of need. You can help too. Just by clicking the link and donating.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Im going "Back to the 80's"
So as you all know I had my disaster of an audition for the Ashfield Musical Society last week. The week following the audition was aweful. I was anxious daily to hear back. Constantly checking my emails to see if there was an email about whether I was in or out. Basically that same feeling you get when your trying to hear whether you got a job or not.
On sunday I got an email that begain with. "Congratulations, what a great standard of singing and dancing we had at the auditions" but later on said "Rehersals will begin on Thursday, so everyone who has received an email from me will be required". I sat there confused trying to decide if I was in or not. In the end I interpreted that I wasn't in as I hadn't received another email from her. That feeling of rejection started the sink in. I then started to think. What if this is the email she was talking about and maybe she meant to say "all of you who have received this email are requided". so I responded back asking "Am I required on the 17th? I havent received any other email from you. Or is this the email you are talking about?". Half and hour later she responded that "Yes it was the email she was talking about and that she will clarify that with everyone".
So I guess they looked beyond the nerves from the audition and decided to give me a shot in the musical. I dont have a part but thats cool cause i really only wanted to be part of the chorus.. its where the fun is.
Tonight is the first rehershal. Im so excited for it.. Incase you dont know the musical is "Back to the 80's". It was written by some Aussie guy but features some of the best songs from the 80's. it even gets rickrolled. Show will be on in early June at Concord RSL for anyone who wants to support. I will keep you posted.
Claire
On sunday I got an email that begain with. "Congratulations, what a great standard of singing and dancing we had at the auditions" but later on said "Rehersals will begin on Thursday, so everyone who has received an email from me will be required". I sat there confused trying to decide if I was in or not. In the end I interpreted that I wasn't in as I hadn't received another email from her. That feeling of rejection started the sink in. I then started to think. What if this is the email she was talking about and maybe she meant to say "all of you who have received this email are requided". so I responded back asking "Am I required on the 17th? I havent received any other email from you. Or is this the email you are talking about?". Half and hour later she responded that "Yes it was the email she was talking about and that she will clarify that with everyone".
So I guess they looked beyond the nerves from the audition and decided to give me a shot in the musical. I dont have a part but thats cool cause i really only wanted to be part of the chorus.. its where the fun is.
Tonight is the first rehershal. Im so excited for it.. Incase you dont know the musical is "Back to the 80's". It was written by some Aussie guy but features some of the best songs from the 80's. it even gets rickrolled. Show will be on in early June at Concord RSL for anyone who wants to support. I will keep you posted.
Claire
Monday, February 14, 2011
FebFast The half way mark :)
So today is Valentines Day. But not only is it Valentines Day, today signafies the middle of FebFast. I am still feeling great and have succeded in getting through my second weekend without Alcohol. I am actually enjoying not drinking Alcohol and I really think that this month is seriously going to help me cut down over all. Im going to leave it short today. After having such a great weekend with Matty. Im feeling rather lonely today.
Days of FebFast: 14
Days remaining: 14
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 8
Amount raised: $380
Amount to Goal: $120
Todays shoutout goes to Erin, also the winner of the best Canadian award in my books. Thank you for your support hun. You are a rock in times of need. xx
Donate and get a shoutout click the link. only a little way to go http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Happy Valentines Day to all you couples out there and keep up the good work to my FebFast friends.
Claire
Days of FebFast: 14
Days remaining: 14
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 8
Amount raised: $380
Amount to Goal: $120
Todays shoutout goes to Erin, also the winner of the best Canadian award in my books. Thank you for your support hun. You are a rock in times of need. xx
Donate and get a shoutout click the link. only a little way to go http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Happy Valentines Day to all you couples out there and keep up the good work to my FebFast friends.
Claire
Friday, February 11, 2011
FebFast - Day 11
I have decided not to update everyday. Im sure you all dont want the hear every moment of me not drinking lol.
Today is day 11. Almost half way there. This past week has been so easy. I really havent wanted to have a drink. The only day I wanted one was before my Audition on monday to calm my nerves and a number afterwards to drown my spirits. Thankfully due to being poor and having an awesome future husband, I go through the whole event :).
Today is friday and is the beginning of my second weekend off the alcohol. Heres hoping i make it through it :)
Days of FebFast: 11
Days remaining: 17
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 6
Amount raised: $360
Amount to Goal: $140
Shout outs go to my wonderful parents. Who as always have supported me through this charity event as they have done numurous times in the past. Thank you for your kindness and charity xxx
Also to the amazing Jude, another person to whom I am truely blessed to call a friend and also a best friend. One of the most kind, loving and generous people I know. thank you so much for your support.
So ive only got $140 left to raise. If you want to help all you have to do is click the link and donate the cost of a drink/Bottle of wine/a night out or as much as you can possibly donate. Its all for charity and as they say in Tescos "every little helps"
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Today is day 11. Almost half way there. This past week has been so easy. I really havent wanted to have a drink. The only day I wanted one was before my Audition on monday to calm my nerves and a number afterwards to drown my spirits. Thankfully due to being poor and having an awesome future husband, I go through the whole event :).
Today is friday and is the beginning of my second weekend off the alcohol. Heres hoping i make it through it :)
Days of FebFast: 11
Days remaining: 17
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 6
Amount raised: $360
Amount to Goal: $140
Shout outs go to my wonderful parents. Who as always have supported me through this charity event as they have done numurous times in the past. Thank you for your kindness and charity xxx
Also to the amazing Jude, another person to whom I am truely blessed to call a friend and also a best friend. One of the most kind, loving and generous people I know. thank you so much for your support.
So ive only got $140 left to raise. If you want to help all you have to do is click the link and donate the cost of a drink/Bottle of wine/a night out or as much as you can possibly donate. Its all for charity and as they say in Tescos "every little helps"
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
I did not Defy Gravity at my audition
Well I said id let you know how my audition went. I stuck with a song I knew one that I have used successfully before for my leaving cert practical and an audition about 8 years ago. One I have sang recently at karaoke and it sounded great. Last night I sounded like i had only heard the song once. Like I was winging it. :(
I spent yesterday sitting at the piano ensuring that I had it perfect playing and singing along. but as the time got closer to going to the audition I started freaking out. I spoke with Matty and begged him to come with me for support. I needed my rock (he wasnt much of a rock, more of a hungry, cranky, tired matty ah well).
We got there super early. Everyone was really nice and I was feeling relaxed. Then the reality sunk in that everyone knew each other and I knew no one. this made the nerves come on again. Matt started up a conversation with an English guy Richard who hadnt auditioned for a show in 10 years(last one was with AMS and they remembered him). So that didnt make me feel so bad. He also had no song prepared and was going to ask for a list of music they had.
2 people had already been called in before me so I figured i was next. it was after all the time I was alocated. The 1st lady obviously a regular was fine she didnt want to audition for any specific role just wanted to be in the show (much like me). The guy after here was about 18 and he clearly done loads of shows with them he was taking it serious. He had a 1st choice and a 2nd and 3rd role choice. he had me nervous. some girl came in and kept singing to herself I dont think she has worked with AMS before either. she seemed a bit cocky. On the form you have to fill in any productions you have been in roles societies etc. She goes "do you really want me to fill this in or can i just attach my portfolio" the guys at the desk rolled there eyes and said attaching is fine. So im like great she has loads of experience, this will be like going up against, Will, Kate, Leah and Swaddles for a part.
The guy that went in second came out with one of the ladies from inside and they called the english guy richards in. They all went back into the room togeather. Matt thought that was weird. He came out with an Orange folder as did the guy who went in second (he also had what looked like a script, guess they had a role for both of them).
Then I got called I. I had gotten advise from friends who have done many auditions before. So I did what they said. I walked in confidient. introduced myself. gave my music to the pianist, explained where I would like to start told the panel the same. They told me to stand in the middle of the hall. I started freaking out. The 3 ladies were staring right at me. then the music kicked in. I wasnt ready. the first 3 words didnt even come out of my mouth and the rest were all over the place. I relaxed a couple of times and sounded fine but the nerves kept shining through. Like Ms Agularia at the superbowl I was forgetting the words. luckly I had the written down. Then I just had to stop I couldnt go on. I felt like crying.
The ladies were lovely. Really understanding too. I appologised saying that my nerves had gotten the best of me and that I was now extremely embarrased. They discussed a dance audition but ruled it out cause I have done hip hop in the past (and that if i loved hip hop dancing ill love the 80's). I rambled on a bit saying that I its a lot easier to get up infront of a crowd and sing karaoke which I do all the time.. they agreed that it is easier. Wendy told me that the rehersals will start next week and they will let me know what day.
I doubt I got a role with such a disasterous audition but im guessing im in chorus which as Matts mum Lynn reminded me was what I was going for in the 1st place... So now its a wait for an email telling me how ive done. they are having another load of Auditions on Thursday night so maybe the weekend or monday ill know.
At least its a start anyway. not like im going for Australian Idol or anything. otherwise everyone at home would have had a great laugh over the state of my singing. lol.
Ill keep you up todate
peace and love
Claire
I spent yesterday sitting at the piano ensuring that I had it perfect playing and singing along. but as the time got closer to going to the audition I started freaking out. I spoke with Matty and begged him to come with me for support. I needed my rock (he wasnt much of a rock, more of a hungry, cranky, tired matty ah well).
We got there super early. Everyone was really nice and I was feeling relaxed. Then the reality sunk in that everyone knew each other and I knew no one. this made the nerves come on again. Matt started up a conversation with an English guy Richard who hadnt auditioned for a show in 10 years(last one was with AMS and they remembered him). So that didnt make me feel so bad. He also had no song prepared and was going to ask for a list of music they had.
2 people had already been called in before me so I figured i was next. it was after all the time I was alocated. The 1st lady obviously a regular was fine she didnt want to audition for any specific role just wanted to be in the show (much like me). The guy after here was about 18 and he clearly done loads of shows with them he was taking it serious. He had a 1st choice and a 2nd and 3rd role choice. he had me nervous. some girl came in and kept singing to herself I dont think she has worked with AMS before either. she seemed a bit cocky. On the form you have to fill in any productions you have been in roles societies etc. She goes "do you really want me to fill this in or can i just attach my portfolio" the guys at the desk rolled there eyes and said attaching is fine. So im like great she has loads of experience, this will be like going up against, Will, Kate, Leah and Swaddles for a part.
The guy that went in second came out with one of the ladies from inside and they called the english guy richards in. They all went back into the room togeather. Matt thought that was weird. He came out with an Orange folder as did the guy who went in second (he also had what looked like a script, guess they had a role for both of them).
Then I got called I. I had gotten advise from friends who have done many auditions before. So I did what they said. I walked in confidient. introduced myself. gave my music to the pianist, explained where I would like to start told the panel the same. They told me to stand in the middle of the hall. I started freaking out. The 3 ladies were staring right at me. then the music kicked in. I wasnt ready. the first 3 words didnt even come out of my mouth and the rest were all over the place. I relaxed a couple of times and sounded fine but the nerves kept shining through. Like Ms Agularia at the superbowl I was forgetting the words. luckly I had the written down. Then I just had to stop I couldnt go on. I felt like crying.
The ladies were lovely. Really understanding too. I appologised saying that my nerves had gotten the best of me and that I was now extremely embarrased. They discussed a dance audition but ruled it out cause I have done hip hop in the past (and that if i loved hip hop dancing ill love the 80's). I rambled on a bit saying that I its a lot easier to get up infront of a crowd and sing karaoke which I do all the time.. they agreed that it is easier. Wendy told me that the rehersals will start next week and they will let me know what day.
I doubt I got a role with such a disasterous audition but im guessing im in chorus which as Matts mum Lynn reminded me was what I was going for in the 1st place... So now its a wait for an email telling me how ive done. they are having another load of Auditions on Thursday night so maybe the weekend or monday ill know.
At least its a start anyway. not like im going for Australian Idol or anything. otherwise everyone at home would have had a great laugh over the state of my singing. lol.
Ill keep you up todate
peace and love
Claire
Monday, February 7, 2011
"Oh, I love my Life and All that Jazz!!!!"
Many of you know where the title of my Blog comes from and how its associated with me. Others will know that im refering to the song from "Chicago" and the rest will just asume im using it as a figure of speach.
As many of you know I am a huge fan of musicals. I have been from a very young age. I used to love when christmas rolled around cause for some bizzare reason thats the time of year they are always on. Every Christmas meant that I could see Julie Andrews in "The Sound of Music" and "Mary Poppins" or Doris Day in "Calamity Jane", plus other favourites like "Hans Christian Anderson", "Annie", "Oliver", and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang". I Just loved how they would burst into song to tell a story or express a feeling.
Primary school thaught me "Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat". When I reached secondary school I was introduced to "Les Miserables", "Porgy and Bess" , "Phantom of the Opera", "Fiddler on the Roof", "The Wiz", "Oklahoma" etc.. Curiosity introduced me to "Wicked" and Hollywood gave me "Chicago".
I loved to sing, but I was never very confident. I took part in every school choir for my 5 years in secondary school. I was a member of the Dublin Secondary Schoolgirls choir twice preforming in the National concert Hall. I was in the chorus of school productions of "Annie" and "Fiddler on the Roof". I loved it. There is something fun and exciting about being part of a show. Even if one is only in the Chorus. For my Leaving Cert Music practical I sang "On My Own" Les Miserables, "My favourite Things" Sound of Music and "All I ask of you" from Phantom or the Opera.
I hated singing in front of people I didnt know, I prefared to sing in goups so people couldnt hear me. My music teacher Ms Campbell told me I had a good voice but having spent my whole life feeling talentless and being told it I didnt think that was a time to start believing it. I knew I had a talent for the piano. I started lessons when I was 13 and 8 months later I sat my grade 1 exam. I skipped 3 grades. Even with the piano I didnt like people to hear me play.
After secondary school I wanted to join a Musical Society but never did. I would never get up to sing Karaoke. Apart from that one time in BOI when i was made too. Some of my colleagues said I was the best that night but I didnt believe them. I still dont.
I went to see Chicago on Broadway in 2006 and it blew me away. It quickly became my favourite musical.
When I moved to Australia, I used to sit up stairs when the Karaoke was on in kellys. Then I got to know the host Arran and he eventually convinced me (with a little bit of help from my sister Niamh) after 3 months to sing a song. it was a quiet night so I sang Zombie. It sounded good although my nerves shun through. so i tried it again another night. I got to know other regulars at Karaoke and started trying new songs. I eventually became obsessed and as I was single I would go to different venues where guys I knew through kellys were hosting. You couldnt get me away from a mic (which funny enough, I went to a fortune teller in the george st mall in dublin who once told me that I loved to sing and one day I would get the confidence i needed and i would get up on stage and that would be it I wouldnt never stop. I just needed the boost. guess she got something right.)
One night at The Royal Hotel in Leichhardt. Jason thought it would be a great idea for myself and Jayne to swap songs. She would sing "I want you to want me" which was one of my songs and I was to do "All that Jazz" one of her songs that I had wanted to try but I have this thing were if its someone elses song I dont like to do it. Anyways I nailed it. I couldnt believe it. I hit notes I wasnt sure I would hit and with the strenght I needed. That must have been about 2 years ago and it has since become my signature song. Hence the All that Jazz in the title of my blog.
I kept thinking that I would love to join a Musical Society over here now that I have gotten the confidence to sing in front of people. (dont get me wrong, I still get nervous, espically at new venues, trying new songs and around close friends and family who havent heard me sing before. recently I had a showtunes birthday party and i worked on "Defying Gravity" from Wicked, the first time I sang through the whole song i was shaking like that guy in "something about Marys" leg when he tried to pick his keys off the ground) I Have made a number of amazing friend who all are members of a number of musical societies on the north side of the city. But I wanted to go somewhere close to home. I discoved that Ashfield has a society and after months of himing and hawing I emailed them in November.
Just over a week ago I got a response inviting me to Audition for the upcoming show "Back to the 80's". Its an Australian musical featuring some great hits from the 80's. I contacted them and arranged my Audition. Which believe it or not is tonight. Im a nervous wreck. They convinced me to sing something I know and am comfortable with. They want to hear my range not the song so ill be singing "on my own". I said I was interested in only the chorus but friends said I should try for a part, Im happy with either although Ive never acted before so that maybe a problem. plus there is a possibility of a dance autition if they like me. eek.
I feel like this is going to be my creative year. Being unemployed has really made me think about what I want in life and also now that im 28 its time to grab the bull by its horns and do things I want to do instead of regreting it later (also before I start a family of my own cause then ill have no time for me). So fingers crossed for me peeps. Ill keep you updated on the outcome.
Claire
As many of you know I am a huge fan of musicals. I have been from a very young age. I used to love when christmas rolled around cause for some bizzare reason thats the time of year they are always on. Every Christmas meant that I could see Julie Andrews in "The Sound of Music" and "Mary Poppins" or Doris Day in "Calamity Jane", plus other favourites like "Hans Christian Anderson", "Annie", "Oliver", and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang". I Just loved how they would burst into song to tell a story or express a feeling.
Primary school thaught me "Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat". When I reached secondary school I was introduced to "Les Miserables", "Porgy and Bess" , "Phantom of the Opera", "Fiddler on the Roof", "The Wiz", "Oklahoma" etc.. Curiosity introduced me to "Wicked" and Hollywood gave me "Chicago".
I loved to sing, but I was never very confident. I took part in every school choir for my 5 years in secondary school. I was a member of the Dublin Secondary Schoolgirls choir twice preforming in the National concert Hall. I was in the chorus of school productions of "Annie" and "Fiddler on the Roof". I loved it. There is something fun and exciting about being part of a show. Even if one is only in the Chorus. For my Leaving Cert Music practical I sang "On My Own" Les Miserables, "My favourite Things" Sound of Music and "All I ask of you" from Phantom or the Opera.
I hated singing in front of people I didnt know, I prefared to sing in goups so people couldnt hear me. My music teacher Ms Campbell told me I had a good voice but having spent my whole life feeling talentless and being told it I didnt think that was a time to start believing it. I knew I had a talent for the piano. I started lessons when I was 13 and 8 months later I sat my grade 1 exam. I skipped 3 grades. Even with the piano I didnt like people to hear me play.
After secondary school I wanted to join a Musical Society but never did. I would never get up to sing Karaoke. Apart from that one time in BOI when i was made too. Some of my colleagues said I was the best that night but I didnt believe them. I still dont.
I went to see Chicago on Broadway in 2006 and it blew me away. It quickly became my favourite musical.
When I moved to Australia, I used to sit up stairs when the Karaoke was on in kellys. Then I got to know the host Arran and he eventually convinced me (with a little bit of help from my sister Niamh) after 3 months to sing a song. it was a quiet night so I sang Zombie. It sounded good although my nerves shun through. so i tried it again another night. I got to know other regulars at Karaoke and started trying new songs. I eventually became obsessed and as I was single I would go to different venues where guys I knew through kellys were hosting. You couldnt get me away from a mic (which funny enough, I went to a fortune teller in the george st mall in dublin who once told me that I loved to sing and one day I would get the confidence i needed and i would get up on stage and that would be it I wouldnt never stop. I just needed the boost. guess she got something right.)
One night at The Royal Hotel in Leichhardt. Jason thought it would be a great idea for myself and Jayne to swap songs. She would sing "I want you to want me" which was one of my songs and I was to do "All that Jazz" one of her songs that I had wanted to try but I have this thing were if its someone elses song I dont like to do it. Anyways I nailed it. I couldnt believe it. I hit notes I wasnt sure I would hit and with the strenght I needed. That must have been about 2 years ago and it has since become my signature song. Hence the All that Jazz in the title of my blog.
I kept thinking that I would love to join a Musical Society over here now that I have gotten the confidence to sing in front of people. (dont get me wrong, I still get nervous, espically at new venues, trying new songs and around close friends and family who havent heard me sing before. recently I had a showtunes birthday party and i worked on "Defying Gravity" from Wicked, the first time I sang through the whole song i was shaking like that guy in "something about Marys" leg when he tried to pick his keys off the ground) I Have made a number of amazing friend who all are members of a number of musical societies on the north side of the city. But I wanted to go somewhere close to home. I discoved that Ashfield has a society and after months of himing and hawing I emailed them in November.
Just over a week ago I got a response inviting me to Audition for the upcoming show "Back to the 80's". Its an Australian musical featuring some great hits from the 80's. I contacted them and arranged my Audition. Which believe it or not is tonight. Im a nervous wreck. They convinced me to sing something I know and am comfortable with. They want to hear my range not the song so ill be singing "on my own". I said I was interested in only the chorus but friends said I should try for a part, Im happy with either although Ive never acted before so that maybe a problem. plus there is a possibility of a dance autition if they like me. eek.
I feel like this is going to be my creative year. Being unemployed has really made me think about what I want in life and also now that im 28 its time to grab the bull by its horns and do things I want to do instead of regreting it later (also before I start a family of my own cause then ill have no time for me). So fingers crossed for me peeps. Ill keep you updated on the outcome.
"You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, 'I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.' You must do the thing you think you cannot do." — Eleanor Roosevelt
Claire
Poster from my birthday party
FebFast - Day 5 and 6
What a weekend. Sydney experienced the hottest night on record and I survived a weekend of get togeathers. Saturday we spent the day sorting the apartment. We then got invited to go to Gordons bay for a swim with friends then to a bbq afterwards at their place. The swim was amazing and soo needed on a day that hit 42 degrees celcius. Gordons Bay is a perfect spot surrounded by cliffs to give you enough shade from the sun.
After the swim was a stop off at Dan Murphys in Alexandria for BBQ provisions. where believe it or not I got asked for ID for my Ginger Ale and bottle of Non-Alcoholic Bubbly. Matt was paying for his beers also at the time and the lady insisted that I went to the car to get my ID. Talk about irony.
Proof of my bubbles.
Yesterday I drank the Newington Dry of ginger beer. Apparently according to the licencee they usually sell about 1 a week. Matt informed Craig to order extra in for Feb cause thats all Ill be drinking. We had friends over for a roast dinner which at our place usually involves a lot of booze but on this occasion turned out to be a sober event.
Days of FebFast: 5 +6
Days remaining: 22
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 4
Amount raised: $300
Amount to Goal: $200
Shout out goes to my lovely twin sister Niamh who has kindly brought me to the $300 stage and has donated all the way from Ireland. Go Raibh Mile Maith Agut xxxxxxx
Im on day 7 now will report later. For now if you wish to donate please do. Im only $200 away :)
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
remember its for a great cause and all you have to do is donate even the cost of one drink you would have had over the weekend.
Claire
After the swim was a stop off at Dan Murphys in Alexandria for BBQ provisions. where believe it or not I got asked for ID for my Ginger Ale and bottle of Non-Alcoholic Bubbly. Matt was paying for his beers also at the time and the lady insisted that I went to the car to get my ID. Talk about irony.
Proof of my bubbles.
Yesterday I drank the Newington Dry of ginger beer. Apparently according to the licencee they usually sell about 1 a week. Matt informed Craig to order extra in for Feb cause thats all Ill be drinking. We had friends over for a roast dinner which at our place usually involves a lot of booze but on this occasion turned out to be a sober event.
Days of FebFast: 5 +6
Days remaining: 22
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 4
Amount raised: $300
Amount to Goal: $200
Shout out goes to my lovely twin sister Niamh who has kindly brought me to the $300 stage and has donated all the way from Ireland. Go Raibh Mile Maith Agut xxxxxxx
Im on day 7 now will report later. For now if you wish to donate please do. Im only $200 away :)
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
remember its for a great cause and all you have to do is donate even the cost of one drink you would have had over the weekend.
Claire
Friday, February 4, 2011
FebFast - Day 4
I am proud to say that I survived yesterday. I didnt cave. I did not have any alcohol. In fact I had an amazing thought. I can have non- alcoholic ginger beer. All the taste of the alcohol kind but without the hangover. So I went up to The Newington Inn with Matty, who as you know has had the week from hell so that he could have some much deserved beers and I had my ginger beer in a Schoolner glass.
I would also like to report that today I sat in kellys with all the crew and also drink ginger beer of the non alcohol kind. Im loving it. I think with water and the ginger beer I can survive this month.
Days of FebFast: 4
Days remaining: 24
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 3
Amount raised: $260
Amount to Goal: $240
Shoutouts today go to:
the wonderful drewsepts aka Kristen and Drew who have donated all the way from C'Bus Ohio. I really appreciate your donation guys. You are seriously the most awesome couple. after myself and Matty of course.
The woman with as very kind heart Noreen. Donating all the way from San Fran. Like myself unemployed and still found a little in her purse to donate to my cause. you are seriously amazing.
Last but not least. I am deeply touched and shocked at the generousity of one Matt Curley. I cannot believe you have that much faith in me. But also Dom aswell. we are so blessed to call you a friend and have you in our lives. Thank you Thank you Thank you xxxx
I'm half way there. If you fancy helping me reach the rest of my goal click the link now.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Once again thank you everyone for your donations so far and the faith you have bestowed in me. I greatly appreciate it.
Claire
I would also like to report that today I sat in kellys with all the crew and also drink ginger beer of the non alcohol kind. Im loving it. I think with water and the ginger beer I can survive this month.
Days of FebFast: 4
Days remaining: 24
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 3
Amount raised: $260
Amount to Goal: $240
Shoutouts today go to:
the wonderful drewsepts aka Kristen and Drew who have donated all the way from C'Bus Ohio. I really appreciate your donation guys. You are seriously the most awesome couple. after myself and Matty of course.
The woman with as very kind heart Noreen. Donating all the way from San Fran. Like myself unemployed and still found a little in her purse to donate to my cause. you are seriously amazing.
Last but not least. I am deeply touched and shocked at the generousity of one Matt Curley. I cannot believe you have that much faith in me. But also Dom aswell. we are so blessed to call you a friend and have you in our lives. Thank you Thank you Thank you xxxx
I'm half way there. If you fancy helping me reach the rest of my goal click the link now.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Once again thank you everyone for your donations so far and the faith you have bestowed in me. I greatly appreciate it.
Claire
Thursday, February 3, 2011
FebFast - Day 3
Day 3 of no alcohol and let me tell you not having a drink last night was hard cause boy did I deserve/need one. After spending an hour and a half at Marrickville Police Station reporting our fears regarding our N.F.H and having to keep talking about the previous two nights and giving statments. Being told to take an AVO out etc... was all too stressful. Thankfully I didnt break. Matt had a drink and I had water. So that was 2 actions of will power in 1 day. so proud of myself. Oh and I actually had a nights sleep uninterupted by N.F.H for the 1st time in ages.
Then that takes me to today. Thursday is usually a day where I would have a few drinks with friends at kellys for trivia. With the heat that I cant bare anymore. The fact that I hurt my back yesterday at curves meant I couldnt go to Zumba today. Im still exhausted cause one good nights sleep doesnt make up for weeks on none. Lets just say im somewhat cranky and I could really go with an ice cold pint of Cider. :(
Thankfully I have no money so I cant give in to that urge right now. Tonight when Matt gets paid may be a different story. Will I give in 3 days into my pledge or will I prove to myself I still have some will power left in me. Heres hoping. Find out tomorrow.
Days of FebFast: 3
Days remaining: 25
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 1
Amount raised: $130
Amount to Goal: $370
Todays Shoutout goes to the truely amazing Naomi. To whom I am very lucky to have in my life. I know you couldnt afford the donation and it means more to me that you have kindly supported me to reach my goal. Hopefully I wont ruin your faith by slipping and having that Cider. Oh and I will totally be taking you up on those Mocktails... When am I invited :)
Don't know where to donate click the link.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Thanking you in advance
Claire
Then that takes me to today. Thursday is usually a day where I would have a few drinks with friends at kellys for trivia. With the heat that I cant bare anymore. The fact that I hurt my back yesterday at curves meant I couldnt go to Zumba today. Im still exhausted cause one good nights sleep doesnt make up for weeks on none. Lets just say im somewhat cranky and I could really go with an ice cold pint of Cider. :(
Thankfully I have no money so I cant give in to that urge right now. Tonight when Matt gets paid may be a different story. Will I give in 3 days into my pledge or will I prove to myself I still have some will power left in me. Heres hoping. Find out tomorrow.
Days of FebFast: 3
Days remaining: 25
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 1
Amount raised: $130
Amount to Goal: $370
Todays Shoutout goes to the truely amazing Naomi. To whom I am very lucky to have in my life. I know you couldnt afford the donation and it means more to me that you have kindly supported me to reach my goal. Hopefully I wont ruin your faith by slipping and having that Cider. Oh and I will totally be taking you up on those Mocktails... When am I invited :)
Don't know where to donate click the link.
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Thanking you in advance
Claire
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
FebFast - Day 2
I am reporting to you today from Kellys on King. Thats right its a pub. I am here due to the fact that I wasnt feeling very safe at home due to neighbour from hell(NFH). However before you think I have caved on the second day. I am drinking pints of water. I will not let NFH drive me to drink. Who knew I had that will power.. WOO.. go me :)
Tally for today is as follows
Days of FebFast: 2
Days remaining: 26
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 1
Amount raised: $110
Amount to Goal: $390
Todays Shoutouts go to:
My Auntie Bernadette who left an Anon donation on my page but her name came with the email letting me know I have received a donation. I have now outed you. mwahahaha
Secondly to my wonderful future mother-in-law Lynn. As always thank you for your generosity, kindness and support.
Once again thank you to everyone for your support. If anyone else wishes to donate click the link
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Tally for today is as follows
Days of FebFast: 2
Days remaining: 26
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0
Number of times at pub drinking water: 1
Amount raised: $110
Amount to Goal: $390
Todays Shoutouts go to:
My Auntie Bernadette who left an Anon donation on my page but her name came with the email letting me know I have received a donation. I have now outed you. mwahahaha
Secondly to my wonderful future mother-in-law Lynn. As always thank you for your generosity, kindness and support.
Once again thank you to everyone for your support. If anyone else wishes to donate click the link
http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Claire
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
FebFast - Day 1
So its day one of the no alcohol fasting and so far so good. Although in saying that I wouldnt normaly have had a drink at this time of the day and less often on a Tuesday. However I am here to report my fundraising aswell as my willpower (or what little I have). So far today I have actually turned down a drink from my brother. so Hurrah to me :). And believe me after the stress from neighbour from hell last night and having to speak to his real estate agent today I need one.
ok so onto the details you will see hopefully grow daily :)
Days of FebFast: 1
Days remaining: 27
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0 (and I am in for the fight so I will not be purchasing one of these which allow you to have a drink by donating. its cheating)
Number of times at pub drinking water: 0
Amount raised: $55
Amount to Goal: $445
Big shout outs go to RaRa and Julie who have sponsored me so far. Your faith in me is outstanding. Good luck to RaRa who is also taking part in FebFast. If you can do it then there isnt any excuse for the rest of us. hehe.. I kid I kid :p
You can donate here http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Again thanks for your support
Claire
ok so onto the details you will see hopefully grow daily :)
Days of FebFast: 1
Days remaining: 27
Number of FastBreaks Purchased: 0 (and I am in for the fight so I will not be purchasing one of these which allow you to have a drink by donating. its cheating)
Number of times at pub drinking water: 0
Amount raised: $55
Amount to Goal: $445
Big shout outs go to RaRa and Julie who have sponsored me so far. Your faith in me is outstanding. Good luck to RaRa who is also taking part in FebFast. If you can do it then there isnt any excuse for the rest of us. hehe.. I kid I kid :p
You can donate here http://www.febfastfundraising.com.au/claire_king_5
Again thanks for your support
Claire
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