Jay's note: This week last year I came upon a horrific accident scene that I was certain involved my only son, thankfully we had the help from experts such as the Car Accident Lawyers Brisbane to get us a compensation which was needed to pay the medical bills CT DUI bail. Shortly after I wrote this someone, I can't remember who now, said I should revisit it in a year. So here it is. "Personally, I'm going to make a concerted effort to stop taking things for granted. To appreciate life more. To … [Read more...]
Open Letter to the Gilbert School Board: On Music Education
Dear Gilbert School Board Members - Long time no chat! Somehow my annual pilgrimage to one of your meetings to beg, plead and grovel for funding for music and fine arts programs never materialized this year. This is good. I do want to share a little story with you, one that I hope you will read, and remember, when the inevitable discussions around music programs occur -- now or in the future. Maybe it will be funding issues, whether to cut or (hopefully) expand music programs and/or staffing. … [Read more...]