I spent the morning researching and preparing lighting design ideas for the show Almost, Maine. I came up with some ideas that give me relief. I also reached out to my old friend, Marv on Salt Spring for suggestions. Next thing I strapped my lawn chair to my bike, brought a water bottle and snack and headed for Moir Park. I had booked a free ticket to the first “COVID” concert. The Fisher Peak music festival people put on a great event. We all got wristbands and our own circle to watch from. It was so hot but so good for the soul. The first act was Sheva, a fiddle and guitar couple from Mayook. They were so charming. Next was Four Deer Run from Kimberley. Wow can that boy sing! I was actually just lost in the joy of being outside in nature, soaking up the vibe. Bob & Michelle were in a relatively close circle and it was nice to chat and share the moment.
I was invited to go over to the Campbells which my overheated self appreciated. I brought a few games. I got beat at my favourite one from my Bella Bella days that Sarah and I used to play often, Patchwork. After dinner Sean, Aiden and I played Family Matters, a fun mob boss game. I have all the fans going now and am watching tv. My soul has been filled by music and friends and fun.
I have a tough decision to make in the next week or so about how I use my volunteer time. In the past I have lived by see a need, fill it. I need to accept that because I can doesn’t mean I have to. it is complicated in ways I never expected but I know that volunteer hobbies shouldn’t leave me feeling like I need to get a divorce. I shall sleep on it.
triumphgal 