Symphony night alone

My dear one,

I ran my four-mile route for the first time in a few weeks. All kinds of excuses had kept me away from it--the cool temperatures, my cold, my writing deadlines, and plain old laziness. It felt good to get out there again.

Speaking of the weather, I cannot believe my good fortune this spring. It has been delightfully, deliciously cool for much longer than I expected! Usually by this time in April the 80s are here to stay. I am soaking up every little bit of the coolness while it lasts.

I went to a concert this evening. I invited a friend along, but she had something else come up, so I went alone. The symphony orchestra is not the school one nor the local professional one with which I play frequently, but is in a nearby city (1.5 hours away). It's technically the top orchestra in the state. I have the privilege of attending their concerts for free (only paying for gas and parking), by invitation of the conductor. That's definitely something I'll miss when I move this summer!

The drive to and from the concert was perfect--blue skies on the way there, no humidity, and starry skies on the way back, wonderful cool breeze. Such a lovely day overall. I wish you could have enjoyed it with me.

Waiting,
Me