musing

Last night a relatively new, but dear, friend asked me if this (playing/sharing music) was something I've always wanted.  The answer found itself quickly on my lips:  Yes.  Yes, more than anything in the whole wide world.

The question got me thinking:  Being a musician is how I identify myself.  It's who and what I am.  It defines me more than any other part of me.  It has since I got my little red Global guitar at age 4.  It has since I was singing into clothespins in my Nonnie's basement to entertain the guests at Easter dinner.  It has since I saw Jose Feliciano (don't laugh!  i was 5!) playing guitar and singing on an early 70's variety show and decided I had to do that.  I am many things but, first and foremost, I am a musician.  Always.  But, since I've hidden it away for so long I don't think it's how others, especially the relatively new folks in my life, see me (I'm not talking to/about the friend who posed the question...her question just got me thinking).  I mean, everyone knows I teach and play but who has seen it firsthand?  Not many.

But that's gonna change.

I hope.

Because I want this more than anything.

As soon as I can decide on a song, I will post a new video.  I'm still seeking special guests to help me out so speak up if you wanna be a part of this soon to be epically famous (har har) video series!