Weather Blues

I'm not sure if I'm in a time warp that took me to March or April, because if you look outside, it's NOT January 2nd. Exactly a year ago, we had 3ft. of snow on the ground, and bone-chilling weather. Is this God's way of telling us that this year won't be that great? I don't know if I can survive the winter without snow. It's funny, because usually in January, I start to hate the snow. I guess you never know how much you love something...until it's missing.

Speaking of missing things....I don't miss school. Ten days of break couldn't have felt better. So on this last day of break, I have to endure Mother Nature's gloom and orchestra rehearsal after a whole load of career drama from the VYOA (Vermont Youth Orchestra Association). My conductor just left, and I don't know if I'm happy or sad. I mean, he was probably one of the most brilliant musicians I have ever met, and it's not like his experience lacked. But, I don't know, I just don't feel like he got through to us; he wasn't able to communicate his ideas to us, and it was just...frustrating. But, hey, it's a New Year--a new start. Let's see how that goes.

In my last post, I briefly said something about the Penguin Plunge. What's that, you ask? So, in mid-February (peak winter, I may add), a ton of ambitious Vermonters jump into Lake Champlain. Yes, we are crazy, but we're also fundraising for the Special Olympics of Vermont, which is an incredible cause. So if you're feeling sympathetic today, donate! My goal is $500, and I'm completely determined to reach it. Click here to donate.

Like I said in my last post, I have NO resolutions. Usually I just forget about them, so they deem themselves useless. But here are a few that I'm considering:

1. Write more.
2. Get more involved.
3. Focus on my music.

They're not too bad, right? Pragmatic, reachable goals? And after all, those are the things I love to do...so why not?

It's a new year; it's a new start. Happy New Year, everyone! May you all have a joyous & prosperous new year.