I have a renewed apreciation of singers and actors. They sure make it look easy -- but this is a very hard work.

I've always believed that the most important factor in a performance is an emotional content. That's true, but it has to balance out with the technical content. To hit the minimum "listenable" level, you either have to be all feelings -- or if you're devoid of feelings, then at least be technical proficient. At times, I'm accomplishing neither.

I hate shopping -- or used to. Spending money has been an evil act for me.

Well, recently I'm unlearning that definition.

For example, for a long time, I recently tried out a new tool for dental flossing. I was amazed by how much my attitude changed about flossing, simply by upgrading my tool! (from like $.89 to $2.49... yes, my teeth are worth it. ) It used to be a messy and cumbersome chore, flossing with those flimsy nylon strings -- but with this new tool (which looks more like a tooth brush) it's so easy. And the ease makes the act actually rather fun.

So now I've decided to spend my resources to get my guitar gear in order. I've never had my pedals all organized on a pedal board -- so I ordered a board, a power supply, a tuner pedal is next on my list -- I'm not finished putting it together, but I think it will make a world of difference to my guitar playing.

Lately one of my hobbies is to look in YouTube for some concert videos of my favorite acts.

But watching them, I noticed that I'm always looking for a certain-sized venue. Meaning, I am only interested in arena-level of bigger acts. Club- or even theater-level productions, I lose interest.

Maybe b/c only arena-level acts can afford to have the lighting and video screen and all that to put on an engaging enough show to watch... But I also think I just like bigger stuff. When I envision myself playing, I also imagine myself in arenas and stadiums, too. ;-) Forget the intimacy of small places! I wanna conquer the world! ;-)