Exam results

Finally! Never in my life has 10 days been so long. I received my exam results from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Seattle. I must admit that I'm somewhat disappointed. I had a range for my goal score and I made my goal....barely! They gave me first class honors for the practical section and first class honors with distinction for my theory. I guess that confirms the fact that I don't play well under pressure.

I'm not totally depressed like I was with my last exam. I'm just kind of disappointed in myself. On the bright side, it's over and I learned a lot through the whole situation. I do want to say "thank you" to everyone that prayed for me, encouraged me, and listened to me when I was freaking out about it!

I've also officially decided not to go on in this method. (I made this decision before I received my results :)) Yes, I do have method to my madness. For theory requirements, I would be forced to take classes from the community college. That would totally tie down the "flexible" school year that I had planned out for my junior year. Also, the certification I would receive is not as credible in the U.S. as what I originally thought. (My mom's suggestion to this problem was to move to Canada! *coughs*) Anyway, I'll continue with music studies in other ways. Besides improving my sight reading and accompaniment abilities I'm ready to start having fun with my music. :)

As for the rest of life, Chris is finally 18. I just keep telling myself that I have a whole year with him before he leaves for college. :) On his birthday we went and hung out together at the mall. It was great to just talk, walk around and argue about shirt and tie combos. :-D

Ok, off to do some homework. :)