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Year Two, Day 107: I Survived Blues Camp 2016 - Day 3!


I survived Piano Blues Camp 2016 - Day 3!




I should have a t-shirt made that says "I survived piano blues camp 2016!"

That is how I feel at the end of each day! Like I barely survived!

Although I must admit, today went more smoothly. I was prepared!

I had my walkie-talkie and back up troops lined up (office staff that had volunteered to pay random "visits" to class if needed).

I am pleased to say that the back up troops were not needed. The behavior issues are being ironed out. I spent a good deal of time just talking with the kids today.  Remember, that the blues is a reflection of life?  Yup. Especially in blues camp!

But I could use a good stiff drink right now.  Good thing I do not drink alcohol.

This nice cool, quiet library is doing a nice job of lowering my blood pressure.

So is the the thought of my crockpot full of green corn tamales and the coleslaw with shrimp I plan on  making to go along with. I think I will make Mexican rice too!

And of course, my pomegranate/sparkling water/vinegar drink.  I am salivating already!

And then, my new television series that I am binge watching.  "Flashpoint". 

https://www.iontelevision.com/show/flashpoint/episodes

It is only new to me. It is a Canadian series that was created in 2008.

But I am hooked!  I am a sucker for strong, compassionate characters with tendencies towards heroism and lots of nail biting action.

Great escape.

Especially during piano blues camp week!

I did have a good day with my bluesers though. I discovered one of them has perfect pitch.  This is the young man who is possibly autistic, but after talking to his mom today have discovered there is no formal diagnosis yet.

My mood just went up oodles. I received a beautiful email from this young man's mom. She told me how much this class means to him, that he speaks the "language of music" and how she greatly appreciates my insights into his behavior and communication in class.  She is even having me write a little paragraph on my observations.

 Ok.  I feel better! I do love to be needed!

And  I think tomorrow will be even a better day!

I definitely will be hitting the gym hard tonight.

Happy Wednesday!




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