My daughter is crying that her piano lessons make no sense. It’s been all of about a week, and she’s ready to give up.
Sharps, flats, finger positions, counting the beats. It’s difficult.
Instead she wants to learn violin.
“How will that be any easier?” I ask.
But she’s too frustrated to have a rational conversation, and has no experience with violin to give an answer.
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We’ve all been asked to donate to our favorite causes.
School events, charities, public radio, and politicians have all asked for our cash. They each promise the biggest bang for our buck.
How about you, have you donated small amounts of cash to any politicians? (more…)