Today, we are back at Eastman. It's a perfect time in the semester to escape for a few days and what better reason than for the world premiere of one of Steve's pieces for wind ensemble! Yes, the Eastman Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Mark Scatterday will be premiering "Distant Moons" tonight at 8 p.m. in this hall. This is the inside of Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, by the way. The chandelier is one of my favorite features. A few things I am looking forward to during this trip:
- Hearing the whole program tonight - it's been such a long time since we've been to a concert! - A walk down to Orange Glory for the best lemon cookie in the world - Visiting with teachers and friends - Quiet dinner out (still trying to settle on a restaurant!) - Apple Cider from Java's
While we're still quasi-working during our visit, I think it's important for us to set everything aside (at least for part of the day) and take a breather. The past few weeks have been crazy with school, teaching, choirs, and wedding planning and the next few are going to be just as busy. (I'm dreaming about ivory vs. white tablecloths, y'all.) I just keep reminding myself how important it is to prioritize and give 100% of myself to one. thing. at. a. time. Grace, not perfection. This is not a multitasking competition (though, I think I would be awesome at that). The joy is in the journey!
