Katie twirling

 

Grampa John's gives his opinions

 During my annual trip to see my daughter Karen and her family, I came to realize how beneficial the kids' participation in the marching band has been. Attending high school has a reputation of being some sort of turning point in the lives of young people and a lot of it depends on how they choose their friends. Since both CJ and Katie are in the marching band, they spend a lot of time at band practice. Consequently, the majority of their friends are also in the band. At least that's the impression I get. They spend time getting and staying in harmony with the other kids while marching and playing. This results in the group taking on a special bonding. Also, the band take a group pride in their accomplishment --- AS A GROUP --- and not as individuals. I think that's a real good thing. This world could use a lot more of groupness as opposed to individualness. 

How it all began

History has been made... I've FINALLY created a blog. Now what do I say. Hummm. gotta think about this some more. Why am I doing this? I already have too many things to do in life, why add something else? Where's the button to post photos? They speak for themselves.

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