Despite the typical winter cold, today’s brilliant sunshine made it appear to be an altogether beautiful day.  I have not paid much attention to Saturday’s forecast but I understand snow is predicted.

I’ve deeply appreciated the number of text messages, emails, notes and/or posts on social media and cards from so many. Several of my students have noted that when private lessons resume this Sunday, this will be their first time to enter the house without Bailey being present. I only have three students who are old enough to remember when Bailey and Harrigan arrived in December 2013.

I do look forward to the return of students which will most likely encourage a brighter side to life. All the high school students will be working on one, several, or all of the following: solo and ensemble contests at the end of the month, musical rehearsals getting underway for the spring, preparations for next year’s school ensembles, and future auditions for summer musicals. I love this kind of work and the spirit that often accompanies it.

All of Friday kept me busy with one thing, or another, and I still have some things to prepare for tomorrow until it is time to head to the Schuster Center.

I have this photograph of Bailey on my phone’s wallpaper. I love the photo but she looks sad in this photo. While she romps at Rainbow Bridge, I hope she knows how deeply she is missed and loved.