“I thought I would really work hard on my music, whether it was playing the piano or singing, during the isolation part of the pandemic —- but in fact, I didn’t work on anything, other than occasionally playing a few songs on the piano. I had a nice list of pieces to work on, but it was only ” half-assed “. Your lessons ( like this one ) have helped me a lot in trying to stay focused and NOT lose my desires or my ” joy ” or my interest altogether !! I thank you for your encouraging words, your kindness, your knowledge. I felt I was falling into a dark place, but you are a beacon of light helping me to stay afloat. My musical friends seem so FAR AWAY !!! But YOU are HERE !!!”