I Still Hate DST

Yes, it’s true. I hate it. I don’t get it. Why do we have to change our clocks twice a year? Can’t we just agree on one time and stick with it? Or, here’s an idea, let’s split the difference, adjust the time by 30 minutes, and keep it that way.

After getting only a few hours of sleep last night (due to the stinking time change), I got up in the dark this morning and got ready for worship team practice at 8 am (formerly 7 am – did I mention I hate the time change?). I was SO tired, and I wasn’t the only one. We had a rough practice, but we managed to make it through both services — and God even showed up in spite of our tired flesh.

After singing in both services, I gulped down lunch and rushed to the McKinney Performing Arts Center to get ready for my final “Plaza Suite” performance at 2 pm. The Sunday matinee shows always feel a little strange to me. It’s odd performing in the middle of the afternoon. The crowds tend to be smaller and quieter. However, today’s group was pretty responsive, giving us a great ending to our two-weekend run with the McKinney Repertory Theatre.

It’s always bittersweet to end a production. I’ll miss the new friends I made, and I’ll miss the fun of performing. At the same time, it will be nice to have my time back — no more rehearsals, no more running lines. It will be great to relax for a bit. Of course, the break will be short-lived; rehearsals for our next show at ALC (Abundant Life Church) start in April. Oh well, I’ll enjoy it while it lasts!

Have a great week everyone, and when you get up tomorrow, remember my proposal about moving the clock forward 30 minutes and keeping it there. It would get rid of the DST torture forever!