Bells and new toys!

Interesting week no? I found myself competing in a dance competition today. It was the Cha Cha for us, and even though there were no medals, it was fun!

This week consisted of receptions, rehersals, and a valentines day that was quite memorable.
I suppose I should keep a calender of upcoming events. I'm actually really exited about it all, there are some upcoming performances that promise to host lots and lots of people. As I understand, it is going to be a full house for both performances. (This is for the Celtic group.)

I was rehearsing today, for the upcoming performances, and my eyes fell upon a new toy that I knew I just had to have! No, no, it wasn't an impulse buy. I've actually been looking for one of these for about 5 years now, and so I decided it was about time I got it (and there was much rejoicing.) Now I'll never have to worry about the feedback problems, the splitting wood, the worries about the effects of high volume on the cello. Oh yeah... the "toy" was a new cello. The performance variety. The practice variety. The silent electric variety!

In other news... I think the audition went well. There are always back up plans but if not, all is well. It would be very nice to have help with school, such things are always very appriciated.

As always, more to come.

Eternal Sunshine

I love "thinker" films. I think that Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is one to fall into this category. There are some memories I would love to lose. First the disclaimer: There are few people in this world I do not care for. I am by nature a kind and caring person, probably a little too much, even to the point of excessive people pleasing. Cross that with perfectionism and we may have a problem.

The point is this... I don't hate anyone in this world... What?! you may say. How is that possible? I don't know, I just don't. That said, there are some people who don't particularly care for me. I've been told that they hate me. What?! you may say. I'm not sure I understand either. I just try to do what's right. It's especially difficult when you care for them so much. To whom may be confused... I have a great story to tell. It's probably not something to post on a blog, but it makes for a great conversation, and if you want to ask, feel free.

Anyway, my question is this: Why do people revile in causing pain? What causes a person to crave misery for others? And how do people really live with themselves after devestating a life? The line between wanting to forever forget the past, and being ever grateful for lessons learned can be fuzzy sometimes.

All things will come to an end, even the bad. Enough of my ranting for tonight...

Shows and Goodbyes

It has been an interesting week I must say. My sister is off to Budapest in 12 weeks, Right now she is at the MTC. I miss her already! Kinda of tough when your best friend leaves for 18 months. Luckly, she is going to be using email most of the time so writing will be easy, I'll make sure to send her some real letters now and again.

In other news, Code Hero opened for Palomino on Saturday. We all pretty much agreed that it was the best show we've done! For all those who didn't make it, you'd better come next time!

I'm not sure I even remember what warm is. There are few things I dislike more than being cold all of the time, but the days are getting longer, and soon spring will be here in all of her pollinated glory! At least I enjoy watching the snow fall against the backdrop of Mt. Timpanogas... My balcony does have a pretty good view!

My hat is off to all of you piano players out there! I'm just starting and I find it very enjoyable, fun, challenging, and all of that good stuff! Add this to the other practice time, school, homework, performances, work and dance, and you've got a full day friends. I wouldn't have it any other way!

Well... enough of my thoughts for today. As always... More to come!