End of spring break

Well it is time to go back to work tomorrow. We had another wonderful spring break. The best part of it was time being spent with my family. We did alot. We spent time in Austin, got things done around the house, and just had a relaxing time.

Today we spent our easter holiday between church and going to the country club. We had a great time.

Now it will be time to finish up the school year and contemplate my future. I am still waiting for my 2nd interview for a new career. I am really hoping that this interview comes soon. My hope is to start training this summer for my new career. I'm a little nervous about doing this, but the benefits are really good. I would still compose and arrange music.

Time to get going.

Until next time,

Dennis

Spring is here.

Well, another school is almost over for most of us in the teaching field. One significant sign of this is our annual spring break. With about 2 1/2 months left of the school year, much is going through my mind. For one, I am contemplating a change of career. Depending on what happens the next few months, I could be doing something different with my career. Why? I have been running on fumes the last several years and really need a change. I still enjoy the students and my co-workers. However, many other factors are making this decision for me. Enough about that for now. Who knows, I'll probably still be in the classroom for several more years.

This spring break is marking some milestones in the lives of both Willie and Tammy. Willie is finishing up his middle school years, while Tammy is finishing up her elementary years. I just hope and pray that they continue having the same amount of success.

Regarding composing, I've slowed down quite a bit lately. I have spent more time writing marching band stuff, as well as spending time with my family. Before you know it, they will be grown up and moved away. So, now is the time to spend as much time with them as possible.

Until next time,

Dennis

WBCA is over again and LIFE is here

Well, another Washington Birthday Celebration has just finished. Two weeks of a large carnival, fireworks, jalapeno festival, parades, and much more. I enjoyed taking Willie, Andy, and AJ to the carnival while Felisa took Tammy and her school friends. Willie and Tammy are a blessing and I am very blessed that Felisa and I can do these type of things for them.

Our band at Los Obispos marched in the WBCA Youth Parade. I am extremely proud of our young musicians and their accomplishments. They did much better than last year's band. Percussion especially did a much improved performance.

Last Saturday, I helped out with the WBCA Grand Parade. My main task was helping to get the floats, cars, bands, etc. in their correct places. I never realized how much work it is. However, I really enjoyed meeting new faces and socializing with fellow WBCA volunteers. I plan on doing it again next year.

Then, last Sunday, Felisa and I took Willie, Tammy and their cousins (Andy, and AJ) to the fireworks. 25 minutes of pure beauty filled the skies on a very clear night. It was a sight to behold.

Today, we are going to LIFE Downs for the annual Laredo Livestock show. Felisa and Tammy help out with the steak-o-rama sponsored by the Texican Cattlewomen. Great steaks, rice, beans, drinks, and I can't forget the desserts. Yum yum.

Composing slowed down recently due to my regular work job. I have much to do with both concert and marching band arranging/compositions. That is a whole different story.

One one final note, I am very proud of both my mariachi and jazz bands for earning first divisions at the UIL Solo Ensemble contest. This is the first year for both of these groups. Also, my mariachi performed at the all city student of the month ceremony. Awesome job! These two bands have some of the best students I've ever taught in them. I am very blessed to have these students in my program.

Well, I need to get going to the steak o rama to eat some lunch. I'll definitely need to get to the gym this weekend.

Until then,

Dennis