I do not want to say it has been awhile since I last blogged, by hey, just did it, so oh well (dang that is a lot of commas). But anyways, it has been nearly six months since I have last put down my thoughts.
When I last left off, I was fighting to survive in Tennessee. With the exception of a handful of people, I found myself severely "disjunct" from many social aspects. I went to work at a less than stellar job then went home, immediately went into my room where I spent the rest of the evening, then repeated that same process the next day. It was quite sad. Just about on the verge of depression. There were a few people in my life that kept me from going into that downward spiral and I cannot thank them enough for their unknowing assistance. It seemed my life had stopped; nothing was progressing forward.
Well since from that point I have moved down to Charleston. I literally packed up all of my belongings, and stuffed a 16 foot moving truck, to the brim mind you, all in one night. Seriously, all in one night. Some coworkers took me out for a few last rounds of festivities, I went home at 3:00am, started packing then left Knoxville at noon that same day. Even though I had been planning this move for a few months, the actually packing and moving process was basically instantaneous.
Anyways, I moved to Charleston in July and I can safely say it has been the best decision of my life. Even though I spent about six weeks being homeless and living out of my car or someone's couch, I immediately knew this city was great. I do have a condo here that is about 10 minutes from downtown, just in case you are wondering. Here in this city I get to follow my extreme passion of music and teaching. Every day of my life is filled with music and I am honestly, purely happy. I have positions that range from Orchestra Director, Visual instructor, Conducting Instructor, private lessons teacher, studio musician, and professional orchestral player. In this short time I have been able to make a name for myself here and become a respected individual in the musical field. I thank God all of the time for these fantastic opportunities. I understand that he had to break me down to the absolute basic foundation so that he could build me back up.
All in all, I am shocked at the great things in my life. I no longer have to worry about finances. I make just enough money to live comfortably, not extravagant, but just enough that I do not have to worry anymore. I have made some great friends and connections here, and I love all of the musicians I get to be in contact with. I just love my life, and nothing can bring me down.
But I can say that I really miss all of my friends that I made in Knoxville. I miss all of the Carter people the most. I miss my best friend and I hope I get to see him soon. I hope I never have to let those friendships go again...never again.
Fight for a better tomorrow
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