This week I came across two absolute gems that I feel compelled to share.

The first is a quote from Terri Gross’ interview with Tom Waits on Monday’s edition of Fresh Air.

There’s no such thing as not playing. Music has rests in it. So, you’re on a rest and the music will begin shortly.

Such a kind way to view our own rests and those of others without guilt isn’t it? I rather like the other implication here–that everyone’s life in music is on a continuum.

On to the second item…

Part of the reason I love Project Runway is my admiration for Tim Gunn and his kind and wise mentoring of the designers. He is a master of balancing the practical and the creative with each individual and not afraid to dish out some tough love when needed. During the follow up show this week, the designers from this season presented Tim with a video memento (put up with the commercial and fast forward to 34:47 when it’s over- trust me it’s worth it.) Any teacher would feel honored, touched, and totally fulfilled to be given such a gift. I believe the qualities remarked upon are those which every teacher aspires to no matter what the subject.

 

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