Good Afternoon!
     Have you ever thought twice when you say 'good morning or good afternoon'? Do you actually mean it? When it is a 'good' morning or afternoon, mean it! It is a good day. The sun may not be shining, but I've decided to make it a good day.

   Music has such a powerful meaning. I've noticed that if I listen to something dark and negative, I often have that attitude. It's not good. We want to be happy, so why not listen to something to make you happy?
   As many of you know, I am very involved in music. I've played the piano since I was about 4 years old. I played clarinet for 4 years, and I took violin/fiddle lessons for about 2 years. Then back in 2012 when I was 14, I had the opportunity to start teaching piano. That by far has been one of my favorite things about my teenage years. I started with 2 students. Now I've taught 10 students! I currently have 7 students. My passion of piano and music has been shared with many and I've seen some of my students really grow and have the passion that I've gained over the years.
    Music speaks to all of us. Whatever kind of music you like, it can speak to you. It sets the mood. It helps your brain. Did you know that listening to classical music every day, just a little bit, will help develop your brain? Music helps develop a part of your brain that can only be developed through music. Listening to it and playing it.
   I also love that there's so many kinds of music out there. When people ask me what kind of music I listen to, I can't decide. There's so many choices. I listen to a little bit of everything. One of my favorite songs right now is "Live it Up" by Colbie Caillat. Her song describes how you may be scared of what others think of you. Don't be. You're the only one stopping you from being all that you want to be. She says "I'm unstoppable. I drop kick impossible. I live it up." Today be unstoppable. Choose to be amazing because each of you are!
   So make today a good day. Do what you love, listen to what you love, and be who you want to be. Let the power of music strengthen you and help you grow.

     Quote of the day: "Music gives a Soul to the Universe, Wings to the Mind, Flight to the Imagination, and Life to Everything."