OMEA conference, London, Ontario, Nov. 6-8, 2014

As I one this entry I am currently attending the OMEA music conference in London, Ontario.  I actually will complete a presentation tomorrow, as a clinician.
So far, I am enjoying the conference.  The sessions I have attended stimulate reflection and thought, and I enjoy learning about you ideas.  The ideas are brought to my attention and I enjoy thinking further about each topic.
It's inspiring to hear great concerts and be reminded about how important music is in the lives of young students and how special our role is in the whole thing.
I am grateful to have the opportunity to attend and look forward to my contributing something tomorrow with my presentation.
Bye.

Intensely passionate

Hello again, it has been some time passed since my last entry.  If I would describe my identity, that is my relationship with teaching and even with myself, I would say that I would describe it as:  Intensely Passionate!
When I work at almost anything, my facial expression and my eyes, my body language shows a person who is serious and cares deeply.  I suppose that's the way I see myself and I guess it is the way I want everyone else to see me.
Sometimes, this intensity can wear on others, and even make me tired.  I M tired at the end of the working day because I am concentrating and desire to accomplish much.  I try to avoid wasting time. But, I do sense sometimes that people would rather see me smile and relax.  Go for a more balanced approach, if you understand what I mean.
Still, I believe that the high level of focus has served me well.
Bye.