Friday April 22 2022

Waking up in the most comfortable cloud of a bed.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

Checking into the venue in downtown St. Charles, Illinois. The Arcada Theatre. This place was built back in 1926 and has a rich history of many performers and famous historical figures like Al Capone and Charlie Chaplain. Above the theatre itself is a thriving “speakeasy” full of 1920’s décor and rooms – complete with a Chicago blues band in the corner.

 

 

Setting up the stage and figuring out all the logistics. Sound check goes smooth. Hospitality down below is fantastic – they have a few super nice ladies making sure everyone is taken care of – pasta and ravioli is superb.

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While signing some of band posters I notice today’s date is April 22 2022. And earlier the room number is 222.

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The most delicious chocolate cake is served and we all sing Happy Birthday to Kevin.

 

After 8:30 Evil Woman – The American ELO puts on our show – two sets of all the greatest hits. The crowd’s energy always makes it all worth it. How their faces light up with joy during the whole performance. Afterwards, we always do a meet and greet, which can be rewarding. Some of these people are complete and total fans of ELO, been following them since the 70’s. Signing autographs and getting a thousand pictures.

 

 

Loading out and packing up then driving a few hours to Sheboygan – checking into the hotel somehow the room number once again has 2’s in it (322).

 

Thursday April 21 2022

Waking up on and off on the futon mattress in the back of the minivan. Casey was driving, now Rebecca is. Meanwhile, Nancy is on some kind of Florida by-laws meeting on her phone that lasts about 3 hours. The van stops here and there while I try to catch some zzz’s.

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Breakfast Bar. Tea.

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Somewhere along the way to the Chicago area we stop at a turnpike gas station. Making sandwiches for lunch.

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Rebecca really holds it down as the driver all the way until St. Charles, Illinois.

 

Checking into the hotel.

 

Linking up with the crew for dinner at Giordano’s, an Italian place that serves Chicago style deep dish pizzas. We all congregate at the long table enjoying the tasty salads and ultra cheesy pizzas, seriously like 80% cheese and 20% everything else.

 

 

Back at the hotel we corral a pool party. Rebecca, Jimmy the Greek, Edwin, Casey, and myself hang out and entertain ourselves with the pool tools.

 

 

Later on, back in the hotel room.

 

I sit at the computer and ponder the direction I’m heading and choosing to live in. Meanwhile, some smooth relaxing jazz is playing on my phone. I’ve really dived into this and I don’t think I can turn back.

 

Wednesday April 20 2022

Waking up around 11:45 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Strawberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

Errands.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Sweet Potato. Bagel. Coffee.

Watching Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (2019).

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Stopping by Trader Joe’s to retrieve some snacks. Ana is surprised cause I hardly ever come here anymore.

 

Eating freshovers at home: Vegan Sausage with Quinoa, Green Beans, and Corn on the Cob.

 

Chocolate Chip Cookies.

 

Packing up my suitcases in preparation for a tour weekend.

 

It’s almost 12:30 a.m. Before I head out Ana and I have a serious talk. She really wants affirmation that we’re still committed. I have a hard time saying either or cause of all the doubts I have. She sits on the rolling chair looking very sad – Elvis pops up on her lap vying for affection. I love him and I do love her. But it’s really hard to hang on. I’m scared of losing a future with her, I am. I play out all the scenarios in my head – scenarios where we stay together and set up a homestead – then another scenario where I’m on my own. I can’t clamp down the best path for me.

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As I load up the van she starts to get very frantic threatening to run over to Rebecca’s house to do I don’t know what. I get her to calm down in the middle of the parking lot – we hug and she walks off into the house.

 

Picking up Rebecca in the new soccer mom rental van. We run a few late night errands – printing itineraries – depositing money to the bank. Then, scooping up Casey and Nancy from the warehouse.

 

Comfortable in the back on the futon while Casey takes the first driving shift.

 

Tuesday April 19 2022

Alarm goes off at 11 a.m. Ana vies for affection and tries to come on to me. But I’m still distant and conflicted by everything. This spurs an uncomfortable morning argument about the relationship.

 

While I try to cook oatmeal she keeps wanting to address everything all at once. She really wants everything to work out and I’m standing over here lost and confused.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the gym working out.

Not feeling good about Ana and I – it’s really weighing down on me.

 

Eggs. Sweet Potato. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Making some leftovers at home with Sardines, Quinoa, Veggies, and Edamame.

 

Rebecca and I drive over to Nigel’s to pick up the rental van that Nancy drove up from Florida.

 

I clean out the van and try to figure out how to put down this futon mattress cause this upcoming tour’s drive will be a long one.

 

Catching up on business back home.

 

Doing chores and such.

 

Pita Chips with Hummus and Pineapple.

 

Ana didn’t come home at all until past 3 in the morning, very unlike her. But I understand cause she probably just wanted to distance herself from the house and me.

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We sit in my room – both of us sad about things. I talk about how our music community of friends is like one organism and how important that is to me in regards to what happens to us – also, in general how I’m afraid to lose what we have. We reach a common ground I suppose.

 

Monday April 18 2022

Waking up around 11:30 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the gym working out.

 

Spinach Salad with Eggs, Beets, and Tomatoes. Bagel with Hummus. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Afterwards, it’s mayhem at the studio. While Modern Day Warrior is practicing some teachers are still teaching lessons – Allyson is still trying to finish up things – Tristan and I head across the street for some pizza at Your Pie.

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Back at the studio he helps me troubleshoot this tech issues I’m having with the credit card security system scan.

 

Back home. Catching up on business over Green Tea.

 

Pistachios and Popcorn.

 

Later on Ana sleeps in my bed – we just lie there earlier than usual cause I’m constantly trying to push for sleep earlier nowadays.

 

Sunday April 17 2022

Waking up super late after noon.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

Happy Easter! I spend most of my afternoon constructing this new shelf thing I got on Amazon and continuing to organizing this corner of my bedroom.

 

Eggs. Toast. Kale. Sweet Potato. Coffee.

 

More cleaning.

 

Out and about running errands – stopping by Wal-Mart for some bins.

Then, at Whole Foods. I run into Rebecca by coincidence – she’s on the phone with her mom – we chat for a bit in the breakfast bar and tea aisle. Then, suddenly Ana surprises us with her presence – she just got off work and looks very disturbed by what she sees. This causes a whole ruckus for no reason. I finish up my shopping and get home.

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While putting the groceries away she’s adamantly pressing the issues behind what she saw and it sparks a whole debate about the relationship and everything.

 

Eventually, she gets to cooking dinner: Vegan Burgers with Cauliflower and Corn on the Cob.

 

While I wash the endless amount of dishes she expresses her feelings about everything in a monologue – she senses my apprehension about continuing the relationship – this whole thing is very strange for me. I never thought I’d feel like this, like wanting to give up.

 

Continuing on about the night – she cleans and I keep organizing.

 

Saturday April 16 2022

Waking up around 11:30 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

Organizing some of the closet in my room.

 

Eggs. Kale. Toast. Sweet Potato. Coffee.

 

I scoop up Rebecca and we visit the mall. I’m in search of some black dress pants, plus we just wanted to hang out. Scouring Express and checking out some of the stores I used to traverse as a teen like Spencer’s. In Barnes and Noble we have a few drinks in the café – chai tea latte for her always and a frappuccino for me. Flipping through this Psychology magazine while we talk about things.

 

Later on, eating leftovers back at the house.

 

Continuing the exhuming of my closet – putting all the relics of my past into totes and bins – cleaning.

 

Meanwhile, Ana is baking in the kitchen some Easter-like cupcakes.

 

She needs to get to bed early. I say goodnight.

“Can I ask you a question?” she asks. “Are we still together?”

“Yes we are unless otherwise stated.”

 

Friday April 15 2022

Waking up around 11:30 a.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

At the gym working out – leg day. Once again, feeling emotional.

 

Off and on interaction with Ana at the house – she is very upset and sensitive about things right now cause she knows something is amiss between her and I.

 

Doing a few things at Music Makers.

 

Finishing up my taxes back at home finally! Catching up on other things too.

 

Ana and I decide to grab some dinner at Hearth down at the oceanfront. It took her a long while and little bit of reluctance to get her into the booth. I was waiting forever sipping on a glass of red wine. Eventually we have a decent time.

I reach over my glass to clink hers and she playfully but kind of seriously exclaims, “To the end!”

“To the end,” I relay.

Oysters, Salads, and Garlic Fries. And then a Berry Crostata to finish it off.

 

Back home. We get stuck in the kitchen on an emotional roller coaster discussing “us”. Things get real tender as she stays kneeled on the ground by the fridge and I leaning up against the counter. While the dishwasher rumbles so do our hearts trying to sort what to do. Is there a possibility of a friendship if we break up? What direction is best for our happiness?

 

Later on, I start doing chores and cleaning heavily. Laundry, dishes, vacuuming, cleaning parts of the hallway bathroom.

 

Thursday April 14 2022

Waking up around 11:20 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the gym doing a workout with Vlad. Afterwards, I run on the treadmill for a while – getting inspired with some old Arcade Fire songs – they hit so hard I can’t help but tear up – it’s a like a mixed cry of feeling overwhelmed, sad, scared, and happy all at the same time.

 

In the 104 space briefly talking with Rebecca before she starts teaching. I catch up with her on the comings and goings of things.

 

Back home. Ana has her mom and brother Jeremy here visiting. Meanwhile, I’m making lunch.

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Sweet Potato. Coffee.

I’ve noticed Ana has been extra attentive and wanting to give me hugs and goodbyes whenever I leave the house. I know she senses my distance and reluctance.

 

Teaching a few lessons at Music Makers.

 

Rebecca and I pick up a few things from Target.

 

Dinner: Vegan Beef with Peppers, Onions, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, and Quinoa.

 

Working on a few things and cleaning up the kitchen.

 

Wednesday April 13 2022

Waking up around 11:20 a.m. feeling much better than yesterday.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Sad contemplative but yet productive afternoon today. While working on some emails Ana comes into my room to talk about us again – not great timing but we chip away at understanding each other and figuring out what the best move is.

 

Running errands – dropping stuff off at the tailor.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Salt n Vinegar Chips. Ginger Peach Drink.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Afterwards, Mike pops by to talk to Rebecca and I about some ELO stuff and also to return a pair of gloves and a hat he left in the van.

 

Back home. Warming up some leftovers for dinner.

Watching Bruised (2022).

 

Home organizing photos and stuff for MMLIVE on the computer – preparing an email. Chores.

 

Tuesday April 12 2022

Waking up at 11:20 a.m. with a sore throat.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Strawberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. Earl Grey Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

Running errands – getting groceries – filling up on elderberry and fruit sustenance.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

Apple.

 

Back home. Having some Pasta with Kale, Mackerel, Carrots, and Ciabatta Bread.

Watching Bruised (2022).

 

My nose is a leaky faucet – blowing/sneezing every 30 seconds. Despite, I get started on my personal taxes. Slurping down a Turmeric Orange drink and letting nature’s magic do some work.

 

Getting to bed earlier than usual.

 

Monday April 11 2022

Waking up around 11:30 a.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

Dropping the rental van off at Enterprise in the airport – I coordinate with Rebecca so I can get a ride back. There’s always much band drama to discuss.

 

Spinach Salad with Eggs and Beets. Pita with Hummus. Mushroom Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

Rebecca brought me a Nitro Cold Brew from Starbucks, a thoughtful gesture.

 

After a long day of teaching, her and I head out towards Nigel’s house. We stop by Shake Shack for a quick dinner. That Arcade Fire song, “Everything Now”, comes on the speaker and strikes a nice chord in me.

Enjoying Shroom Burgers with Fries and a Cookies n Cream Milkshake.

At Nigel’s to have a debriefing from last week’s tour and to receive checks for some of the expenses we’ve been needing to get reimbursed for. His little granddaughter bounces around the house while we discuss things we need to prepare for next trip. These little meetings are always usually productive.

 

Back home. I clean up and do some chores.

 

I feel a scratch in my throat – so I revert to Oranges and ACV/Honey Drink.

 

Ana comes into my room and wants to continue our conversation per last night about the relationship. What’s the best course of action? We are relatively calm tonight compared to other times so I’m grateful for that. I’m still so conflicted. Her and I both lean towards some kind of separation. But I can tell that’s not exactly what she wants. This whole thing is very challenging and difficult.

 

Sunday April 10 2022

Waking up bright and early at 8ish a.m. in a hotel room in Jackson, Michigan. Our van has to leave at 9 a.m. so we can hit the road as early as possible.

 

Mike and Ron take the wheel while Rebecca and I attempt to nap on the floor. This van has a magical feature to completely hide away the seats in the floorboard.

 

Eating a Cinnamon Roll and an Orange with Tea.

 

More driving – catching up on things on the computer – organizing photos and writing.

 

We stop at a truck plaza for food but we’re limited to all the lower grade eatery options. I settle on some pickled Snap Peas and Pita Chips with Peanut Butter. Coincidentally, the van/trailer crew also end up at the same stop as us.

 

Back on the road – the guys in the back this time while Rebecca takes the wheel. I sit in the passenger seat contemplating – she’s got some easy going instrumental music going – I realize the closer we get to home the more I’m gonna have to face some serious changes in my life. I still love Ana – her and I have a longstanding bond and it terrifies me to let her go. I really don’t know what to do. Whichever way I go will it be the right one? I’ll have to face the music eventually.

 

Finally arriving home to VB. The van and trailer crew just arrived at the warehouse too around the same time we did. We say our goodbyes. 

 

Back home. I unpack – shower – warm up some dinner. Ana is just getting off work – later we really get into it – she starts a conversation about how she’s tired of this relationship and arguing all the time – we have an endearing moment when she cries and I explain how I actually have been sad about us. We’re both at a loss.

 

Doing chores and cleaning up the kitchen.

 

Saturday April 9 2022

Waking up shortly before the alarm is supposed to go off at 11 a.m.

 

Driving over to the college venue in Jackson, Michigan. Doing all the usual things – setting up the stage – getting everything show ready. Sound check.

 

Enjoying the “Green Room” that is unusually green with these odd vintage looking panels. A crew member helps me pull out an upright piano from the closet so we can play on it.

Dinner is decent: Chicken Marsala with Pasta, Veggies, and Salad.

 

 

We do our two 45 minute sets – crowd is very responsive. During the second set we have to deal with some issues involving Kevin’s mic that make for a few stressful moments but then it’s all good. Most of the audience is completely oblivious whenever technical issues happen anyway.

 

Afterwards, meeting with the fans out at the merch table – signing autographs and programs.

 

Then, breaking down everything.

 

Back at the hotel. Settling in and washing off the show.

 

Friday April 8 2022

 

Waking up shortly after 11 a.m. Lying there listening to the distant sounds of morning people hustling in the hallway – the A/C hums in the background.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

At the Performing Arts Center in Dearborn setting up the stage and getting organized. There’s always so much stuff to do. Sound check. Gaff tape this cord. Set up this camera. Troubleshoot the reason why the piano sounds weird. Recharge the batteries. Make sure the Square is set up at merch.

 

Chicken with Potatoes and Veggies for the dinner catering tonight.

 

It’s show time! And right in the middle of the first song my bottom piano cuts out. It’s pointless to even continue on with the set without the piano. So Nigel gets up and distracts the crowd while we figure out what’s going on. I end up just unplugging and plugging the cable and after a loud pop voila! The show continues. Kevin’s voice seems tired tonight too more than usual. And there’s all these weird things that happen. But overall we do our best and the crowd is none the wiser.

 

Afterwards, we do a meet and greet with the fans out by the merch. Then, breaking down everything on stage – it seems like it takes every last second to clean up.

 

We all reconvene at the hotel. Jimmy the Greek, Rebecca, and I check out that Gelato place again and bring back a huge gelato crepe to share in the party room where some of us hang for a little bit.

 

Thursday April 7 2022

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My purple Camry is parked near a dock – a group of teenagers parade around and start cramming themselves into the car. For some reason even though this car belongs to me it’s also understood this other car is mine. And the kids decide to ram into it causing a big dent in the front. I get livid and start pulling the kids out of the Camry angrily one by one. They’re all laughing and not paying any mind to me. Some of them start punching me but not enough to hurt. The whole situation is annoying and uncomfortable.

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King size bed in the middle of a tall room with glass walls. A big plant sitting next to Rebecca and I while we’re hanging out. I’m handling two bags filled to the brim with water. For some reason there’s two hard boiled eggs at the bottom of one. I decide to quench the thirst of the plant – the soil is dry anyway. Meanwhile, there’s a Spaghetti Western movie we’re watching about an artist living somewhere in Mexico.

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Waking up officially at 11:30 a.m. after the snooze goes off a bunch of times. 

 

Getting ready and linking up with everyone in the lobby.

Breakfast Bar. Banana. Tea.

 

Our soccer mom van hits the road – finding a Culver’s and grabbing lunch: Cod Fish Sandwich with Fries.

 

We make a detour for Mike to visit his childhood home somewhere in a neighborhood on the way. He says he remembers being 6 years old watching The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan show and from then on he wanted to play guitar. It’s a heartwarming moment for him and we film it all!

 

Finally arriving in Dearborn, Michigan, right next door to Detroit. I take a breather in my room catching up on things at the computer.

 

Pool time!

 

 

Then, we all go out to dinner at a Middle Eastern place called Cedarland. Hummus Platters, Spinach Salads, and Falafels. Afterwards, Rebecca and I stumble upon a popping gelato place. This particular part of town is a big Muslim community and Ramadan is being celebrated. We grab 4 flavors between the two of us.

 

Back at the hotel – a bunch of people are partying in the pool – you can just be walking in the hallway and run into any one of our crew at any moment.

 

Jimmy the Greek, Rebecca, and I take over the fitness room and do all kinds of things to burn off everything we consumed throughout the night. Dance – stretch – skits – workout.

 

Later on, I hang out with Rebecca in her room. We watch Tick Tick Boom (2022) the new Netflix musical about Jonathan Larson, the writer of Rent. We lie on an uncomfortable couch the entire time but it’s really good. 

 

Wednesday April 6 2022

 

Waking up in Akron, Ohio.

 

Grabbing a breakfast bar and making a hot tea in the lobby.

 

Over at the venue on the Akron University campus. There’s many things to do – setting up the stage and problem solving all the sound issues – plugging in cables – changing batteries – locating all the things Nigel lost – positioning mics – getting merch set up – getting cameras set up.

 

Sound check takes a long time but it’s essentially a short practice time for us since we haven’t played these tunes since the last tour.

 

Decent catering tonight for dinner.

 

I find a rehearsal room on the lowest floor to practice some piano in.

 

Then, it’s show time for Evil Woman – The American ELO – not a full house but a very nice theater room. The PA goes out towards the end of the second set but they manage to crank it back on somehow. Also, we deal with a lot of signal issues on wireless packs – and the obvious hiccups on songs here and there.

 

 

Afterwards, we do a meet and greet with some of the audience. Then, packing up the stage and loading up the trailer.

 

Nearby the hotel with Rebecca, Ron, and Mike at Luigi’s, this awesome hole in the wall pizza joint that’s open late. This place has a 50’s diner/Italian vibe with an elaborate mural on the wall and a puppet “Band Box” that plays every time you choose a CD selection on the jukebox. A lot of locals hang in here. Sharing cheesy plates of pizza slices and enjoying the atmosphere.

 

 

Back in the hotel room. Rebecca and I hang out watching footage I got from the show – critiquing and laughing at all the things that went wrong.

 

Tuesday April 5 2022

Waking up semi early at 10:15 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Packing up the “soccer mom van” and linking up with our 4-person team at the warehouse – Rebecca, Mike, Ron, and myself. We’ve got the van all to ourselves...

 

Mike takes the wheel first getting us far up north towards Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, Rebecca and I have our laptops open doing all kinds of emails and dealing with scheduling/planning.

 

Pit stop at Chic-fil-A – I brought myself a PB&J and ordered a mediocre coffee.

 

More driving – more work and on and off chatting. Ron is at the wheel now. At some point we stop at a gas station then I take the driving shift. It’s mostly rainy and chilly the second half of the drive.

 

Rebecca plays some YouTube comedy clips for all to enjoy.

 

Slogging our way through the industrial side of West Pennsylvania in search of dinner – we end up at a Texas Roadhouse, our usual go-to spot but tonight some of us were disappointed with the outcome. I guess we made it 30 minutes before they closed so we’re stuck with somewhat older food on the line. Strike three I’d say.

 

Finally arriving in Akron, Ohio at the Marriott sometime before midnight.

 

Monday April 4 2022

Waking up around 11:15 a.m.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Getting the rental minivan from the airport – tomorrow starts a weeklong tour for ELO.

 

Running errands.

 

Eggs. Vegan Breakfast Sausage. Spinach. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Making an improvised dinner at home: Naan Pizza with leftover Cauliflower.

 

Packing up the suitcases – gearing up to go out of town for a week.

 

Attempting to have a decent conversation with Ana tonight – sharing Muscat Grapes – but it never ends well.

 

Sunday April 3 2022

 

Waking up at 12:10 p.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

Big show day at Elevation 27 – the Music Makers LIVE show is happening whether we’re ready or not. Andrew and I load everything onto the stage and start setting up. Ryan and Link (sound and monitor guys) are here early like us making sure we get everything done. Meanwhile, Rebecca sets up the merch table.

 

Of course there’s always so much to do before hit time. Finally, the bands start performing their stuff. I’m always so proud of every single student, child and adult alike. Even though there’s always a mistake or two (they’re bound to happen) every band always picks right back up and keeps going till the song is done. The kids band got to do that Rick Roll song “Never Gonna Give You Up” – I even had a video display on the projection screen during the song and it was perfect.

 

Break down time goes by quickly with help. Andrew, Rebecca, and I take everything over to Music Makers and shove it all inside.

 

Afterwards, Rebecca and I grab some dinner at Las Palmas down the street. Filling up on Tuna Tacos and Chips n Guac. Every time I’m in here the employees are always on their toes working fast and slinging the food out. Her and I recap on all the good and bad from the show.

 

Then, more organizing at the studio.

 

Later on, finally back at home. Recollecting myself and doing chores.

 

Ana and I get into a deep discussion about the relationship. She’s ready to throw in the towel – she keeps saying I don’t care and stuff like I just wanna be with someone who wants to be with me. I’m so exhausted from these conversations. I do love her and want to fix things but theses sleepless nights are doing a number on us.

 

Saturday April 2 2022

Waking up early enough.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, Flax Seed, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

It’s big day of MMLIVE band rehearsals all afternoon and through the evening. 3 bands running their set they’ll be performing tomorrow. In between, a few of our students also practice their solo songs with Rebecca and I.

PB&J and a Coffee somewhere in there.

Afterwards, Reid and Andrew stay behind to help us pack up all the gear – it’s much quicker with a team.

 

 

I drive straight to Norfolk to catch the last few bands at LavaFest at Toast. Ana’s band, Community Witch is also performing. It’s cold and windy but we all stay warm off the good vibes from good friends. I order a Vegan Cheese Steak with Fries. Somehow I get stuck at the merch table with Shannon helping her sling shirts – the other band’s merch is nearby and I end up selling some of their shirts too cause no one else is around.

 

Organizing some more stuff at the studio. Then, finally home catching up on everything.

 

Friday April 1 2022

Waking up real late at 12:20 p.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

It’s the 1^st of the month and there is much emails and business things to take care of. So I sit at the computer most of the afternoon...

 

Eggs. Toast. Kale and Sprouts with Beets. Coffee.

 

Teaching a lesson at Music Makers – organizing the 104 space for rehearsals tomorrow. Meanwhile, Allyson is holding down the front desk – there’s always many issues to handle.

 

Aloha Snacks for dinner: Chicken Sandwich with Fries.

Watching Anna (2022).

 

Doing the accounting and other things.

 

Back at the studio late at night finishing up the setup for rehearsals tomorrow – also practicing some drums.