Adventures in Sicky Land!

So, yes, as indicated in my last blog, I was feeling sick little over half a week ago, and in an attempt to feel better, I decided to not go to class.

What I didn't realize was that that was the beginning of a many day venture in not feeling well.

I didn't go to class from last Wednesday until the end of the week, and even yesterday and today (today being Sunday, I didn't feel great. I've just been trying to sleep it off, eat some fruit, and getting as much medicine in my system as I trust in this country.

So naturally, today I actually feel pretty good all around, and guess what? Tomorrow's Monday! Which means I've tried (key word: tried) to study all day in an attempt to catch up.

Funny thing is, I'm not that nervous. I know mid-terms are coming up, and I know I'm a little behind now. But all I can say is, "Que sera, sera" and move forward.

In other news, I've decided that I will do something very big upon my return to Seattle. I'm going to start playing music again. That's right, Mr. Viola is going to pick up his instrument and start playing again. This time, though, I'm gonna do something a little bit different. I like to call it...joining a band. No orchestra (though it may be fun to do on the side), and I think I'll avoid classical for at least a little bit. I want to play music in a more indie-rock style. To that end, I think I'm also going to learn two other instruments. One is the cello, which, honestly, if I hadn't been a viola player, I most likely would have been a cellist. And the other is far more conventional rock: the bass guitar.

So I'm going to be on the lookout for music stores (both selling and rental, depending on prices) for instruments, and teachers to help me learn to play the new instruments/learn to play the viola better. I also want to start figuring out how to create music. Maybe I should just be a lyricist...but no. This is about pushing my boundaries a bit.

Anyway, if anyone has any thoughts on any of this, please comment or email me with your info. I might also look into picking up an erhu while in China...that would be a very unique sound for a rock band...

再见！
杜楷