New Beginnings

I’m heading to California for my nephew’s wedding this week after my Wednesday show, and so I’d like to write about new beginnings this week. I haven’t had too many new beginnings in my life in my 60s, but every so often there is a change in my life that gives me that tingly feeling we feel when something is starting that’s new. There’s always something new that I need to face with enthusiasm and joy. I have new people come into my life at my facilities or I pick up a new gig. There is an excitement and a little trepidation when we start something new. Sometimes it’s invigorating and sometimes it’s a little scary. That’s to be expected. Most of us don’t like change even when we know it will be good. I used to seek out new things in my life, especially when I knew they were really complicated - like operating systems or new interfaces. I was thrilled to see the reasoning behind a certain sequence of ideas and actions. But as I’ve gotten older I don’t follow as quickly as I once did. I still like a challenge, but I tire more quickly brain-wise. I think that’s to be expected. Older brains aren’t quite as plastic as younger brains, but I think the exercise is still so vital and engaging. This life is meant to be savored and delighted in. I love new situations and experiencing something I’ve never pondered before. I think if we all approached life in this way we’d be happier and less stuck in our ways. So here’s to new beginnings, and here’s to my nephew Rob and his fiancee Selena as they start their new life together.

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What have I been up to?

I had 8 senior facilities last week, and I enjoyed them so much. I played a variety of tunes and themes as the week went by - one group even wanted old folk songs which was so entertaining.

My Wednesday online show was a summer kickoff with lots of summer songs and craziness. I even played a few tunes on ukulele. I think everybody had a good time.

Saturday I played an online show for Philmont folks. That’s the scout ranch I worked at in high school and college where I taught backpacking and cowboy lore. It was great to see so many friends from “way back when” again.

My Sunday online show was a special show from my friends Deann and Matt’s house. Deann made a great playlist of favorite songs that everyone enjoyed. I love this group.

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What am I up to this week?

I have just 4 senior facilities this week since I’m leaving for my nephew’s wedding on Thursday. I’m definitely looking forward to all of them.

My Wednesday online show 7-8:45 mountain time will be songs about new beginnings as I wrote above. There are so many cool songs that fit this theme. I know it’ll be a great time, and I’d love to have you in my audience that night.

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That’s it for this week. I’m looking forward to seeing family and making the fun drive to California. Hopefully the weather and roads will be good.

Best,

Tom

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Details this week:

Who:  Tom Munch 

What:  playing and singing an online concert of new beginnings songs

Where:  facebook.com/tom.munch and tommunch.com/online-concerts  

When:  Wednesday, June 4 28, 7-8:45 pm mountain time