On a much lighter note, Santa got me a new electified acoustic guitar for Christmas! I couldn't wait so I had it out last night after the kids were asleep, and every song I played had so much new life I couldn't put it down! My playing has improved so much since this whole thing started.
When I was at the music store trying out guitars, a woman who was also looking started listening to me, and turned her head. She smiled and asked what the song was. I told her and she said it was peaceful. I just smiled back and agreed. She stood and watched me play for a bit before moving on. She was a little young for me, but seemed very kind, and had no rings on her fingers. She said she's doing open mic nights around town, as am I, so maybe I'll see her again. Life definitely can be good again!
