Finding the music again...

Goal: do pin care



When I woke up this morning, I only had four things on my mind: fix breakfast, take pain meds, do my pin care, and get back in bed. As you can see, I had very low expectations for the day ahead. However, while watching television, I got inspired. (See, television isn’t ALL bad!) While watching Glitter (yes, the film that received horrible reviews from critics), I was inspired by the music from the film.


I know Glitter did not produce a grammy-winning soundtrack, but the movie featured one of my favorite artist, Mariah Carey. I love her voice, I am always moved by her story, and I think she is simply an awesome person. In fact, the only thing wrong with Glitter in my opinion is it was released as a feature film versus an HBO movie.


Anywho, while watching the movie, I found myself hearing music for the first time in a long time. It occurred to me that I have not been listening to music through-out this experience. I have not allowed myself the very thing that usually drives and guides me no matter what I am doing. As I sat listening to Mariah crooning on television, I was like, “Oh My God! I need to get back to basics. I need my music!”


After the movie went off, I made it back into the bedroom with two CDs in tow. Realizing ALL my Mariah Carey CDs are in my car which is parked in another city, I settled on Jagged Edge, The Hits. Jagged Edge has always had a smooth sound and this CD has all the songs I absolutely LOVE! When I popped the CD into my laptop, it was like being reconnected with an old flame. Hmmmmm. Music.


So I decided to get off my booty, and purchase a keyboard so I could bring my music to life. After two hours of surfing the net and reading reviews, and getting advice from two musicians, I purchased a Yamaha PSR-E223 61-Key Portable Keyboard from Guitar Center! Next week this time, I should have my new friend. I am truly excited because I researched keyboards almost a year ago but wasn’t too sure what I wanted. Now, I can challenge myself and put music to my lyrics. I know it won’t be easy, but I am ready!


After my purchase, I called the general manager at ARN-Anaheim and paid my outstanding fees for the feature shows I have not recorded. Speaking with her, I discovered I can still continue to record shows and work to submit them so I don’t lose my spot with the network. Great news all around! Now I have to find my scripts and get cracking.


As I stated earlier, I had very low expectations for the day but thankfully God had a different plan for me. I have been asking Him for direction and been praying for the ability to hear Him more clearly. Thank you God for hearing my prayers.