August 19, 2005

harmony

Sometimes people wonder if I've been smoking something. It happens. I understand. I typically do not smoke...I have a pipe and light that up only every blue moon or two. Occasionally I will bum a cigarette. But have I been smoking? No. Not at all. It's just me.

So, the sad reality is that I have no excuse for how I spend my time other than I have openly chosen to spend my time that way. I am not ashamed. I will stand proud in my kilt and do the same again and again. Huzzah!

But, in spite of what some deem as the public nature of Blogaria, I really try not to make a show of it too often. This weekend seems to be an exception. One of the Girls has two gigs lined up. The first is this Friday. We are playing an after party for Actors Revolution's new show. The second is Saturday. Theater Entropy is hosting a silent auction and fundraiser. It should be a good time. Everyone should come and hear One of the Girls and give large sums to Theater Entropy. And it was in the spirit of Saturday that I sent out an email to invite some people to the gig. I'm on the board of directors. I am trying to raise money for Chicago artists. One of the people on my list works for the ABC Metro offices ("diocese" for you high church types). They did the unexpected. They posted information for the fundraiser with other regional church business on this weeks e-mail. Now everyone knows.

One of the Girls THIS SATURDAY!

The Reverend George "Tripp" Hudgins will perform Saturday, August 20, with
his band, "One of the Girls." The performance will be at 7 p.m. The band's
repertoire includes Irish folk music, bluegrass, etc. The upcoming event
will be a benefit concert for Theatre Entropy, a small Chicago-based drama
company. Theatre Entropy is known for its talent and creativity, and received
the "Best Ensemble Show" award at a 2004 theater festival in Columbus, Ohio.

Theatre Entropy Benefit
High Risk Gallery
1113 W. Belmont
Chicago, IL
Tickets are $30.00,
or $20.00 with H/R
RSVP by calling ******* or
theatre entropy ate hotmail.com

For more information about Tripp's band visit http://www.oneofthegirls.net

So, now we all know. It is not shame I feel. No. Nor is it embarassment. No. I feel excitement...encouragement and a little pain in my ribs from all the laughing. All I can imagine is this statement in a search/pulpit committee meeting.
Let me get this straight, Reverend Hudgins. The reason you are a little tired for today's interview is because you were out last night playing mandolin at a pub wearing a kilt. (Lovely tartan by the way.) You came home at 2:00am. I am not entirely certain that you are right for Closer I am to Fine Baptist Church."
But then again, perhaps it is just what they need!

So, as my life begins to integrate, and the harmonies reveal themselves...play on, I say. Play on! The Kingston Trio has nothin' on this blend.

So, I better see all y'all at a gig this weekend. I'm preaching Sunday evening, too. Come to church. We'll talk about what it means to name and be named. Maybe we'll make some good music.

Posted by tripp at August 19, 2005 10:06 AM
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