Connections

A night of connections.... playing piano before the Classic Film festival was fun. I didn't think I would make it through the movie, but I stayed and I loved it--"The Last of Sheila" an old 1970s murder mystery. The best part was the audience was full and I grabbed a nearby open seat. I happen to be next to neighbors, Mitch and Joan; behind UCC Doug and Gail; and in front of Odd Fellows, Juan and Becky. I also ran into Will from Mahjong. I enjoyed these simple moments of laughter and connection, about the movie, piano, and life in general. Finding friends in other venues is serendipitous and make life full, rich, and connected. Next up... text messages from our fellow Viking cruise travellers and catching up with Wayne and Nora from Monterey. I reflect now with a moment of contentment over the past weekend. The Odd Fellows Halloween party was fun. The labor of setting up spooky decorations with Dave Reed and Deb was work, but a worthy investment in community. Elias came home. Dinner at Mom's Dumplings with Ameya, Joey, Mari, Anujit, Pearl, and Eli. Church with Mae. Lunch and soccer with Caleb and Philip (purple won). Finally, playing piano in a full theater, filled with friends and strangers; followed by a great movie.