I’m back. Livi and I had a relaxing, low-key few days in Denver. She flew out on Wednesday, and I took the last couple days to retrace my steps into southern Colorado. I picked up my guitar and my absentee ballot at Sam’s (thanks again!) and immediately exercised my constitutional superpower. Make sure you do too!
I tried to write melodies for some of my new lyrics yesterday, but they weren’t especially inspired. I cranked out the gunk, did some focused listening to other records for inspiration, and came back to them today. Much better. It’s a wonder what a difference a single day can make.
The Bruins are currently in a dogfight with the Rangers. After the game, I’ll try to make my way into New Mexico before I park for the night, and I should be fully back into rhythm by tomorrow.
Good to be able to read your blog posts again, Jake! Glad you had a pleasant interlude with Livi. Also glad you were able to file an absentee ballot. I was thinking you would not be able to vote but you took care of that! Jeff and I will use mail-in ballots from now on. Also glad you are heading south into NM. We have never traveled far from our Casitas de Gila, but once on the way home we took a look at the Very Large Array near Socorro. There’s lots more to see in NM; I’m sure you have a list of where to go. Just try to stay where it’s warmer. No snow! Happy traveling! Love, Grandma
Just out of curiosity, Jake — which guitar did you bring with you?
I’ve got yours with me! I’m taking good care of it, and it’s serving me well.