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So I finished my first full week of my new job. Oh the joys of being a musician, self employed, and doing what you love. Despite our groans and moans, the Lord does delight in giving us the delights of our heart. It is not always on our time schedule, and it doesn't all come at once. Two things I have found out. Even what I am doing now is not the end. I think that is what I find fascinating. Each phase gets better and better as it goes along God's path of our planned lives.

This week I truly enjoyed taking each day as it came. I woke up every morning with a deep breath, asking God for the grace to just take it a step at a time. Now being self-employed there are many challenges. But if one can just take it as it comes, there is a calmness to be found. I had some wonderful moments, and some moments of frustration. But I can truly say I learned so much this week.

And each of my students has so much to teach me personally. They are all so different---in their vocal qualities, backgrounds, pursuits, personalities. I love it. Being involved with so many different people is very fascinating to me. Learning how to communicate with each one effectively is a delightful challenge to me.

The week ended well with a good Saturday of teaching. I have such gifted people in my studio. Today I taught a new student who is so excited about this next step in their vocal career. So many questions. I love helping each of my girls through this musical path. There is so much to be compared to with life in general. Sometimes I think if I would take my own advice to heart, I would be so much better off.

Practice has gone well this week. Being able to come at it fully rested has become such and special experience for me. I am looking forward to my own lessons! I am very much ready for a renewed focus.

You know, the Lord has been and is being very good to me. I am truly grateful and humbled for what He has placed before me in this next journey----and excited to say the least.