I know its been a while but unfortunately there has been a lot emotionally and mentaly going on in my life at present. Ive gotten to a stage where after 9 months of not working, the loneliness of spending days on my own and being broke has finally gotten to me. Oh and my brother has had to leave the country. That little comfort on having one of my best friends and a family member in Australia has been taken away from me. Ive been kick while im down and I cant get up again. I have taken myself away from social sites for a bit so wont we writing about my life here for a while. My other writing has stopped and ive no motivation to write. fingers crossed ill get it back
On the visa side yesterday I plucked up the courage to call immigration yesterday. What a shock im still where I was 2 months ago. Sitting in a pile in a box or a room or someones desk somewhere. I asked some questions about what happens if we get declined. I found the lady really unhelpful. she told me to be patient and as im still on a 457 to get a job with someone who would sponsor me. To which my response was "If it was that easy i wouldnt be bored or depressed or worried"..
On a plus note, my amazing friend Naomi found a position on line offering sponsorship. I will be applying for this so fingers crossed I hear something. Oh and the musical society reharshals are going awesome :)
Claire
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Monday, February 28, 2011
FebFast - The Last Day :)
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
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
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
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