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Can you believe…

…that I forgot I had a blog?  I literally was cleaning through my files on my computer when I ran across something that mentioned my blog, and I almost smacked myself. I cant believe I forgot about it, and along with that, I forgot about everyone else’s.   I have a lot of catching up to do.  My apoligies to all of my you loyal readers out there who wake up every morning anticipating the reading of my blog, only to be disappointed by the overwhelming void that is my blog.  I hope this entry will satisfy you.

 

Wow, its been over a month since I looked at this thing.  So much has happened in a month, its not even funny.  Hmmm…  Actually, I don’t think I am going to write anything about what has happened to me in this past month.  No.  Actually, I think I will just ramble for a few sentences:

 

I am coming home this Saturday, which is kind of exciting.  I am going to be busy with my new found interest: Practicing.  I know it sounds dumb, but I have been practicing my euphonium close to four or five hours a day for the past week and a half, and I have to say I thouroghly enjoy it.  Combine that with working over break, and I will be pretty busy.  But, such is life.  Its better than not having anything to do, that’s for sure.  I will be around for SIX weeks…isn’t that crazy?  Almost seems to long…

 

I stayed up all night last night playing piano because I had my piano playing final today, and, although playing piano at 3am, trying to keep your head from exploding is not the greatest thing in the world, I have to say it was well worth it.  I earned an 86%, and I passed the class. Horray!  I cant wait till next semester when I get to move onto piano/aural skills II.  I can already tell that’s going to be a blast..psh.     

 

Christmas time is always a great time for me.  Everyone being so happy.  The snow shining off the ground.  People all bundled up, wishing it would get just a little bit warmer.  But, this year, there is no snow, its fifty degrees outside, and even though we are not more than two weeks away, it is hard to get into the spirit. Granted, this season has had its moments.  I have spent a few memories driving in my car listening to the Christmas music, enjoying what seems like “the most wonderful time of the year”.   But its just not the same as usual.

 

And that’s that.  Not a whole lot. Just a few random ramblings.  Hopefully I remember that I have this blog and I will use it more often.  Until next time.  J

Hey

This was a good weekend.  I went home Thursday night and saw the John Marshall High School production of Little Women.   I was very impressed with alot of the acting.  To all of you who were in that, and who are reading this, very nice job.  On a side note to that, this was the first time I had been back to JM since the reconstruction of the main entrance.  It looks REALLY different.  It really took me by suprise, and I really didnt feel like I was in the same high school.  Crazy.

On Friday I took a little trip to the twin cities to see one of the greatest bands in the history of history…Guster.  I think I am still riding the high of excitement from that night.  The concert was so amazing, I cant even describe it.  My favorite part was the last song when they sang “Jesus on the Radio” accousticly.  It was really something to be a part of a crowd of 2200 people being really quiet while the band sang with no Microphones and no electric guitars.  We were standing near the back of the theatre, and I had no problem hearing it.  It was AMAZING. *Sigh*

I went back home Saturday morning and just hung out at home until that night, when I went to see Reckless at RCTC.  I was really really really impressed.  I honestly had no idea that a play put on by a community college, and that showcased many of my friends could be so amazing.  To any of you who had any part in that show…..wow.  Sam, Ethan and Alexi….I dont know if this sounds bad, but I had no idea you all were that good at acting.  Very cool.  It was awesome.  Very well done.

So, to sum it up.  My weekend was full of very fine performances of all kinds.  I could have asked for alot more.   Thank you to all who were in any way a part of it.

I realize so many have done this before me, and yet, it seems so necessary..

I dont know how far this is going to go, but I hope it helps:

I have an amazing life, filled with the most amazing friends and the best family I could ever want.

I havent been sick in over four years because I wont let myself.  The mind is the most powerful ally of any person, as soon as you can learn to control it.

I love music more than anything in the world.  There is nothing more wonderful than listening to a classical masterpiece on a sunday afternoon, or sing a song at the top of your longs on a friday night. 

I think.  I know it seems like a pretty simple statement, but all I do is think.

I can do anything I put my mind to.  Anything.

I have so many questions that I have been trying to solve, and so many answers I have been trying to put into place. 

I think its important for you to know that, although it may seem like I am trying to hard, at least I am trying.

I cant stand going more than twelve hours without playing my guitar (and sometimes even that is to long). 

I know for a fact that the only thing you need on this earth to live a happy mortal life is a good friend.

I am in love with every night that I can see the stars.   

I found that, although I know who I am, anyone can change me.

I cant say there has ever been a day that I havent given thanks to God for something in my life.

I realize that I cant change anything by myself, and so I need to stop trying.  Faith, hope and love are the most powerful things in the world.  Any situation that involves any other individual requires these three.  Personal growth and change can be accomplished through your will and determination.  Yet, when it comes to relationships with other individuals and growth of the human soul, we must rely on faith, hope and love.  We all must believe that those three with get us through.

I know they will.

Lullaby to a friend..

The music echoes eternally in the friendship of our hearts

And mine’s still singing…Is your’s still singing…

It’s Lullaby

Jazz Concert

http://www.uwosh.edu/news_bureau/releases/Oct06/jazz.html

For those of you who dont know, I am a member of the UWO Jazz Band, and let me tell you, this is pretty exciting.  I cant wait for the concert tomorrow.  Should be a great start to the weekend.

finally….

…glad thats over with.  Maybe I can finally get on with my life.

September Song

Oh, it’s a long, long while from May to December
But the days grow short when you reach September
When the autumn weather turns the leaves to flame
One hasn’t got time for the waiting game

Oh, the days dwindle down to a precious few
September, November
And these few precious days I’ll spend with you
These precious days I’ll spend with you

I love this song

This weekend

“So kiss me and smile for me.  Tell me that you’ll wait for me.  Hold me like you’ll never let me go.  Cause I’m leaving on a jet plane, dont know when I’ll be back again.  Oh babe I hate to go.” (I know I will never be able to listen to that song again without thinking of you guys, it was amazing)  :)     This weekend was one of the most awesome weekends ever.  I am not sure exactly why, and I know I didnt show it, but I enjoyed it so much.  Thanks to everyone who was involved.  I am going to take away so many great memories.  And, I know it seemed so small of a time, especially considering all of the times that we have had, especially over the last summer, but I dont think I will ever forget this weekend.  I am truly, truly greatful. 

Fall

So, to comment first, that I noticed a strange pattern in my blogs recently.  As I was looking over them, I noticed that every other one was written on a day that I was feeling amazing, and the others were written on days that I felt confused.  I found that to be incredibly funny, actually.  I dont usually see myself as that type of up and down person, but maybe I really am….who knew? 

Anyways, I guess seeing as how the last one was on a day of confusion, it only follows that this one should be good So here it goes:

I really like fall.  Although, I know its not fall yet, I still love the feel of it all.  I noticed over the past few years, I come to think of every season that comes around to be my favorite at that time.  Well, fall is my favorite season right now.  The brisk winds and cool walks. The changing, continuously falling leaves.  The way the clouds in the sky seem to just stand still, and yet seem so crisp.  The way the sun reflects through those clouds, and creates an endless aray of shadows and brightness.  Everything in fall seems so, clear.  Its all so defined, and “picture perfect”.

Today I went to the lake at the park, and I almost fell over with joy.  The picture was wondeful.  The clouds over the lake. The lake having a small number of ripples as the other bank of the lake was shining radiant with the setting sun.  To the left of this “picture” that I see, is a rainbow, as clear as can be.  The rainbow ends on the shore where the land is radiating a red glow, from the sunset.  It was so incredibly peaceful and magnificiant.  I wish I would have been able to share it with others because it was the likes of which most people will never be able to see.  It was just to perfect.  I wish I would have been able to frame it and keep it forever.  That, to me, was the begining of fall.

Add on to the wonderful nature the other things associated with fall.  One, my favorite, is apple cider.  I love apple cider.  I dont think there is a greater feeling in the world than sitting in a comfortable chair with a cup of apple cider and either watching football, or looking outside, or reading a book, or writing….or anything.   The apple cider makes it all    I am so glad the season is kind of here already.  

*sigh*