On August 12th I'll be making the journey back to Tracy, CA (of the ever famous Dry Bean Festival). The little difference about this trip is that I won't be leaving again. That's right. I'm going to stop talking about moving out of Alaska and am finally going to make it happen.
Life in the east San Francisco Bay area offers more than stores, restaurants, warm weather, a plethora of artistic opportunities, access to a lot of different cities and, yes, even more than dry beans (as if that weren't enough). I'm moving for <cue sappy music> beauty, truth and love!!! Ok, well I'm not really quite that bohemian, but I am moving for love. Well, love and a great step in this next chapter of my life. Curt's already on the ball with plans to get me connected into the arts communities in that area - accompanying, teaching, solo gallery shows, graphic design, etc.
This past year in Homer has been a sort of limbo for me as I knew it was a temporary place for me. I'm excited to be able to fully sink my teeth back into life, friends and career goals. Beyond a kick ass administrative job, Curt's an actor and musician. We'll be performing together in a cabaret he'll be doing toward the first of next year which will be a lot of fun. Beyond those kinds of things to look forward to I'll get to see if I'm truly the big city, warm climate boy that I really think I am. Just the thought of going to a theatre show that's more than a 3 person (including actors and crew) production in a run down warehouse already has me giddy as a school girl.
It'll be a grand adventure which will likely inspire lots of "what the freak am I doing?!" sort of moments. It's a risk that's worth taking and an adventure that's worth experiencing. And the fuel for blog posts should be out of this world.
| July 14, 2005 09:18am | 
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The sound of 'kazoos' have been elevated to trumpets resounding!
The fanfare was unexpected, and it was overwhelming!
The music has captured our Damon's heart!
Let the music play on and let no man put them apart!
Happiness to those who find their hearts desire!
And a new life for our sweet squire!
Hugs, Tugs & Kisses, D!
Jay | July 14, 2005 11:49AM
Great! Finally, taking the bull by the horns and jumping in! Ah the great unknowns! Doesnt it get the blood pumping and the fears going balistic? Just the joys of something new. Best of luck!
ALBERT | July 15, 2005 9:40AM
Wow, it's been a year already since you move back to Alaska.
Good luck!
Lynne | July 17, 2005 9:58AM