Hey all! I have sang at senior centers twice this week, and that is so fulfilling to me. Today I sang over at the Brigham City Senior Center. They had a big Easter Party, and when I arrived, all the people there were coloring eggs. There were even little ones there helping. I had a full hour of good music planned, and as always, it was heart warming and fun. These senior citizens are the most gracious, loving audience I have ever played for. Back in the 80's and 90's, I played with various country/rock bands in the clubs and bars. Of course, these rough crowds were fueled by rowdiness and alcohol, so no matter what song we played, or even how bad or good we played, we were rock stars in their eyes. Now, I am not knocking the bar crowd, because that is where I got my start in music. It was those people who were my bread and butter and came into the clubs to see and dance to the band. A lot of good folks patroned those places, but there were people who were under the influence constantly, and never really appreciated the music for what it really was. These seniors love every bit of music that I give to them. I mostly do songs from their generation, and they are truly grateful for it.
Years ago, performing was a big part of my life. Even though I loved music (and still do) my performing was just that.....performing. I loved being on stage and entertaining and pretty much being the star. Today, that is all different. It is not about me anymore. It is about sharing my music with others and making them happy. Singing for the senior citizens is a whole new world, but it is MY world now, and I love it. They are the cutest people ever, and I love them dearly! I hope I can continue to do this for a long, long time.
The same thing goes for Zumba. I LOVE sharing the gift of music and dance with others. This why I certified as an instructor. I want to make everyone feel as good as I do when I am moving and grooving. Even the little seniors in Brigham were asking me about teaching Zumba Gold to them. It made my heart sink because I have been wanting to teach Zumba Gold very badly, but there are no Gold workshops in Utah right now, and I don't think there ever has been. I promised them that as soon as I was licensed, I would be over to teach. I do not dare teach regular Zumba to these people because
I don't want any of them to get hurt. They need a program suited for them. I may have to go to Arizona or Idaho to certify. I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to teach Zumba Gold to the seniors. They really want to have some fun exercise! Plus, in the Gold program, there are excerises done from sitting in a chair.
Anyway, I am so lucky to sing on the senior circuit along the Wasatch Front. These people are amazing and make me so happy everytime I see them! My band days are long gone, but I am blessed to be able to go and perform with just my guitar and vocals in intimate settings like this. Life is good.
Tonight my family and I ate at Golden Corral. I did good and filled my plate from the salad bar. Lots of things have been added since the last time I ate there. They have a bread station with all kinds of different breads and a chocolate fountain. Oh man. But salad was all that I had, and I was content. It was nice leaving there and not being totally stuffed. It is just nice being in control. :)
That is all for today. I will be back again tomorrow! Here is what I ate today:
Breakfast-
Smoothie with 1 c. almond milk, 1 apple, 1/2 c. blueberries and handful of spinach
1 c. green tea
32 oz water
Mid-morning snack-
20 cashews
16 oz water
Lunch-
1 bowl vegetable soup
16 oz water
Mid-afternoon snack-
5 baby carrots
16 oz water
Dinner-
Salad bar @ Golden Corral with romaine lettuce, peas, crab salad, cole slaw, carrots, chickpeas, broccoli, carrot salad, sunflower seeds and lite ranch dressing
16 oz iced tea
No after-dinner snack
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