Clay Aiken in "SPAMALOT"!

I understand, from my many friends who have been there and seen him, that his performance in Spamalot is FANTASTIC! I, on the other hand, probably won't have the pleasure of seeing this dynamic creature perform on Broadway. "How depressing!"

Now I shouldn't be too upset. I did get to see Clay for the first time this past summer. That was an unforgettable night for me. I also got to see Clay for Christmas. Hubby even came along and I think he really enjoyed the concert, but I'm still a little sad when I hear my friends talk about how cute he was up there playing Sir Robin....and his English accent....and his wonderful voice sounding so fabulous. I'm still hoping that my hubby will break down before May, and surprise me with tickets. At this point, I don't even care where the seat would be. Just to be there and see, listen, and enjoy my sweet Clay!

I have dropped so many hints....that I've ran out of ways to let him know how much I need to see this play. Any suggestions out there? Feel free to send them to me. I'm getting despriate here. So send them in, PLEASE! Anyway, I'm hanging in there....because my Mom always told me...."NEVER SAY NEVER"!

T’WAS THE NITE BEFORE CHRISTMAS “CLAYMATE” STYLE!
By: annie


T’was the nite before Christmas and all through the place
Sixteen Claymates decorated their tree with ribbons and lace.
Hanging their stockings by the fire with care,
Wishing that Santa would soon be there.

By the fire they sat all giggly with delight
Making their lists and checking them twice.
To place in their stockings for Santa to see,
Hoping the one present they wanted would be under their tree.

Patti was dancing while Gay & Pat made cider.
Nancy was laughing with Anne & Gayle beside her.
Debbie & Arlene were cooking up some snacks,
While Annie & Stephanie hung cards with red tacks.

Cee Cee played “All Is Well” for all to enjoy,
Diane & Christine were jumping with joy.
Claudia & Evelyn wrapped presents all day,
While Jackie set up a game for them to later play.

When all of a sudden they heard noise on the roof,
They just knew it was Santa but they had no proof.
So they scattered all over to find a place to hide,
Then ran behind the sofa very tightly, side by side.

From the top of the sofa all sixteen peeked to see
Santa putting some presents under their tree.
They tried to be quiet and not make a sound,
So Santa wouldn’t know that they were around.

Their eyes opened wide as they heard Santa singing,
That voice was familiar, like Christmas bells ringing.
As the ladies looked closer, they were all quite taken.
Could it be, could it be? Omgosh, it’s Clay Aiken!!!

Their Christmas wish was answered it’s plain to see.
The one present they all wanted was Clay under their tree!
The Claymates would like to say to all with delight,
Merry Christmas to all, and to all one “HELL OF A GOOD NIGHT!!!”


MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE LOUISIANA CLAYMATES!

I HOPE CLAY PICKS MINE!

OK everyone. It's November 23rd, the day after Thanksgiving and I'm praying very hard to have something new I can be thankful for.

This coming Monday, November 26th, my hubby and I will be leaving for St. Louis to see my little HONEY sing his big, beautiful heart out. I can't wait to hear that golden voice belt out those Christmas tunes.....especially "All is Well". I'm sure many of you Clay Aiken fans know by now that Clay has a little contest going on for the Christmas Tour this year. He is asking his fans to write stories about a Christmas past that, for some reason, stands out in their memories. If their story is picked, by Clay himself, that person will be called up on the stage to read their story. I submitted three! LOL

I'm asking everyone to please keep their fingers crossed, their toes crossed and even their eyes crossed that Clay reads one of mine and picks me to come up on the stage, (stand next to him.....WOW), and read my story. CAN I DO IT??? Well I know I would be a bit nervous reading my story in front of ALL those people, but I'd just keep telling myself...."Annie, you can do this...You can do this...You CAN do this!" Actually, the one thing that will REALLY make me nervous is standing next to my little HONEY Clay. I may pass out cause he makes me weak in the knees. I may need him to lean on so that I won't fall down. HOW CLAYLICIOUS!

WISH ME LUCK!

ATTENTION ALL CLAY FANS:

I'm posting the link to my website: "Made With Love by: Annie"

As you can see by the above photos, I make ladies purses & totes. My favorite one is dedicated to Clay, the "Claymate Tote". If you're interested in owning one, please contact me and I'll design one for you. If you see a purse you like, and the fabric is available, I'll be happy to make one and ship it directly to you.

Thanks,
annie