THE NIGHT BEFORE OPENING NIGHT
Tonight is almost perfect.
Rehearsal was good.
I was as good as I’m going to be.
So.
Before there is an audience.
Before anyone has seen me on a stage.
Before I bring down the house
Or stumble over my words
Before the nervous stomach hits.
Tonight is just good.
Filled with potential and promise.
Almost giddy expectation.
Such a good feeling.
Because I know my lines.
Because they will laugh.
Because I will stumble and still make it through.
Because I am better than I expected I would be.
Because I said yes.
Because I showed up.
Because I am brave.
And tonight I revel in that.
Quiet Happy Wonder 