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The most current photo of me. A selfie taken this afternoon.

Since October 2024, I have been learning to play the ukulele. Not to become a musician, not to perform on a stage, but to bring more music into my classroom. My little ones, my 3- and 4-year-old students, love music. It captivates them, holds their attention in a way words alone sometimes don’t. I want to be able to play simple songs for them, to make our time together even more interactive and joyful.

I am not very good yet, but I am making good progress. Motivation comes in waves, and right now, it is strong. Most of my classes are online, but we also meet in person from time to time. It is those face-to-face sessions that push me forward. I might not be great, but I am better than most in my class. That makes me a little proud. Maybe even smug? I don’t know. But I like knowing that I am improving.

I didn’t share music for Music March yesterday or today. I haven’t written new poetry in a few days either. And you know what? That is okay. At least, I think it is. Right now, my main focus is work and family. There is a lot happening, and last week drained me completely. But I am still here. Still standing. Still smiling.

Most often, I do.

And between us, I like my hair in this photo. The smile too. That’s something I don’t say often enough…

Lots of love from me to you xx