After several weeks of tromping through beautiful, dear, old Dixie, I bring our tour to a close next week with five nights at the OC Fair. I love my job.
Nothing is ever easy, and that includes doing the things I love. When life gives you lemons, pretend they're just oranges and eat them with a smile. Here are some nuggets of wisdom I gleaned from my most recent tour with my band:
1. Sit with your back to the wind around the campfire
The reason is simple: The smoke and ashes don't get in your eyes...
...as often.
2. Drive the California Highways with an even temper
We spent weeks in the south driving the highways without so much as one stupid driver, nor were there bumper-to-bumper cars crammed on the road. It was not long after we entered California again when the number of cars increased and the collective IQs diminished. That's all a part of traveling through the Golden State. Don't let it get to you, or you're gonna have a miserable trip.
3. Sometimes the thing tugging on your line ain't a fish
True story.
4. If the hat fits, buy it (as long as it's not dirty)
It has been about four years since I've been able to fit in my performance hat. Frankly, I miss it. I've been meaning to buy a new one for years, but I have a head that's shaped like a de-horned gazelle (I guess?). Last week, I found one that actually fit on my noggin without hiding my ears or crushing my skull, but it was covered in dust and lint and the brim was bent. Needless to say, I'm still hat-less and will continue to perform so until further notice.
I hope these lessons will be of some help to you in the future.
These lessons can also be metaphorical if you'd like. Think of something and get back to me.
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