We’re past the Summer Solstice, but the days are still long, and a thunderstorm has left behind some cool, breezy weather to accompany the lingering light.

I had some work to finish up this morning, but happily managed to spend the afternoon away from the UNIX terminal. Lots of dishes were done, laundry was washed and folded, and tidiness restored.

Time does fly – I’ve been playing guitar for over two years now. Like most things, I’ve improved with practice, and have progress to at least competent. In a move that still befuddles my inner 10-year-old, I’ve added a regimen of scale and arpeggio drills to my practice sessions, because just strummin’ isn’t pushing my chops hard enough right now. I’m still committed to making music every step of the way, and it feels very good to be at this stage, developing in subtlety and proficiency. I can still remember when I was incredibly clumsy, barely able to fret even the simplest chords. And there is so much further to go.