the joys of playing the trombone...

Last night, I was highly encouraged by the person who is the most important to me (that's my amazing boyfriend). He's really freaking good at the saxophone, and while I'm okay at the trombone, he told me something I've never heard anyone say. He said that since I'm a girl, everyone automatically expects less of me (which is true, sadly), but I measure up to the guys in my section, soar past them even. I know I could be better, and he told me last night if I cared as much as Joe Alessi or Ron Barron (should you know who they are, kudos to you), I could be as good as them. That was a pretty big eye-opener to me. So today, I practiced. Yes, Rachel practiced during the summer. That's just weird. I played some Eric Ewazen pieces (again, kudos if you know who that is). He's absolutely amazing. Anyway, I have a new kind of encouragement, since it's been so long since I've had a boyfriend that believes in me. That's motivation enough for me. He got me to quit smoking, and he's going to keep me practicing to make me a better trombone player. It's amazing what you can do with the support of the ones you love. Gah, I'm crazy about him....and the bass trombone....
I got to feed and rock Wyatt to sleep last night. It was the most relaxing thing I've done in a long time. I just wish I could go back to those days...no responsibilities, and nothing but eating, sleeping, and looking cute.
Alright, Lingo is about to come on. If you haven't seen Lingo, check out the Game Show Network every weeknight at 6 and 6:30. I swear I'd kick some major ass if I ever went on that show.