Oh what a difference a break makes!

To all my loyal blogophiles, my sincerest apologies for not making my daily blog-quota. I've been enjoying a very rare and -- in retrospect -- much-needed break from the norm. I'm 2.5 weeks into my 4 week break from another's employ, and while it has been busy and productive, it has been devoid of any real stress or set routine (aside from going to the gym every morning).

I've been catching up on those bajillion items that I've been putting off. I've been eating healthy, and I've been getting regular exercise. I've been enjoying the sunny weather during the day, and I've been getting a decent night's sleep every night. I've been practicing, and doing some arranging (see yesterday's snarky entry about Pachelbel's Canon), but I haven't been under any heavy deadlines or stressful situations. And let me tell you, the benefits are amazing. For the first time in literally YEARS, music is popping into my head again -- music that is original and I'm EXCITED to write.

The first project? 5 pieces for a rather unique ensemble: 2 violins, (amplified) classical guitar, and electric guitar/bass (he'll be switching between the two). And I honestly can't wait to get started!