Leap.

There's something mysterious about the month of February.
It sort of sets up the following months for summer-in Missouri at least. It brings those last few weeks of snow and ice to an end and brings about tree buds, the small peach fuzz of grass, and the sweet aroma of warmth as the midwest takes off its winter coat.
At a time like this you can't help but to strive for new growth and wisdom.
A fresh start.

In the past few months I've taken up street performing.
Every Friday and Saturday night I lug my guitar downtown to the town square of Springfield and find a nice solid and busy place to plop down and sing.
I see demographics ranging from the homeless to the drunks, from pub-crawling college kids to street evangelists.
It's a wide plethora of beautiful people, all to share my creativity with.
Some nights I'm tipped well, others not so much. But regardless, I bring home a warm heart because I'm finally living and loving what I do.
I'm not sure what this will bring me, but the experiences I have out there last me a lifetime.

I've been inspired to leap, and surely the net WILL appear.
Take risks.
Adventure out of your comfort zone.
If you seek something strongly you'll find it.



What do you want?
Reach and grab it.

-andy

Sat her day

I have a down comforter on my bed, and every morning my movement stirs up many small feathers that have snuck out of it.
I feel like I'm in some sort of romantic/fantasy movie with the sunlight pouring through my window and the feathers floating through its golden beams.
It's truly a remarkable experience.

Insomnia has been the girl in my life these days.
She's kept me up through some of the later hours of the morning, which is fine by her, but not by me.
To counter her selfishness I've been taking an herbal supplement called Valerian Root.
Other than the fact it smells like gym socks, this root has been used for thousands of years by the greeks for a sleep aid.
It's also great for anxiety as well!
You can get this magical stuff over the counter at most any local grocery that sells supplements.
Highly recommended.

To the drunk people on the square last night-thank you for the generous tip you gave me.
I know you probably didn't realize how much you were giving me, I'm surprised you could find your wallet.
I hope the song and a half I played for you, standing in the cold was worth it.

I'm off to pick up a cello and learn to play.
You're loved,
-andyhaut