1-2 Step? I think Not.

The fall is coming and I can't wait. I like the feeling of that first day in late September when you walk out in the morning and you can see the warmth of your breath against the cool air. That sight sends me somewhere else. What makes that sight even better are the colors- the beautiful, rich colors on the trees. Sure, I miss seeing the green foliage, but the yellows, reds, and golds mesmerize me like the greens can never do.

I'm quite excited about having quit my job now. For a minute there, I was scared because I don't really have anything lined up. Now, I just can't wait to see where I'm headed.

On the train yesterday morning, I heard two little girls, about 8 and 9 singing "1-2 Step" by Ciara word for word. I mean, they knew ALLLLL of the words. Melodically, they did a fantastic job. However, I did worry at the thought of the content of the songs these kids learn. It brought to mind something my mom always used to say to us whenever she heard us singing songs we knew like the backs of our hands. She'd say "why don't you learn a prayer instead?" She always chuckled when she said it, but I knew what she meant by it.

Instead of memorizing something as useless as the words to "1-2 Step," these little girls could be memorizing the goddam preamble, or the first 25 elements, shit...anything but that song or other songs that are like it. Don't get me wrong, it's catchy, and Ciara is talented in her own right, but kids should not be spending their time learning the words to a meaningless song. We can bring up the issue of their parents, but that opens up a whole new can of worms.

Ok, enough for today. Coffee with my Mariana today, perhaps? I hope so!! Miss you!!
P.S. TO FRANKIE...You weasel, if you read this, ANSWER MY EMAIL.