Your Monday Motivation Hey there Reader! It's almost time...summer is coming. While you're in the midst of all the busy, it can be challenging to remember that (as my mom used to say) this too shall pass. Let this be your reminder to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful moments like how proud you are of the performance your kiddos just did. Then think for just a second about how it will feel when the year is over. What are you most looking forward to? Hit reply and let me know....

Your Monday Motivation Hi there Reader Take a look at your students today, and find the one who was your biggest challenge and is now your biggest achievement. We all have that kiddo who just turned it around and started loving music. Maybe you don't have them this year, but you know who I'm talking about. On the hard days, keep that kiddo in mind. You changed their life! You gave them a gift they will always have. And even if that doesn't happen every day, (and we know it won't), it's...

Your Monday Motivation Hi my friend Reader, I know...you've heard this one before. But let's look at it differently today. I've been a little discouraged lately. I teach guitar lessons after school, and I've recently lost 3 students. I know this always happens at this time of the year, but it doesn't stop me from second-guessing myself. What did I do wrong? Why don't they like my class? What can I do better. When I reach out to inquire, inevitably, my student has sports or something else...