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An Open Letter To Music

From the Perspective of an Avid Music Geek

Amanda Hayes
Oct 17, 2016
Albany, NY
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An Open Letter To Music
Freshwater Worship

Dear Music,

Thanks. I could just say that to sum up everything you've done for me in the past, but that's too simple for everything we've been through. We are always together in different ways depending on the situation and time of day but always connected nonetheless. Six years of practice rooms and grueling rehearsals and I've loved every minute of it. Although, I would be lying if I said you don't come with hardships. Some of the most difficult decisions and situations in my life have been as a result of you. Regardless, I keep pushing myself every day to be better and better for you.

When I'm not the one bringing you to life I let you inspire me through other people as you come through my headphones into my ears. You continue to inspire me with the way you can change someone and allow them to leave everything behind and let their heart out.

Everything you've done for me has been beyond helpful, but sometimes I start to wonder. I'm afraid to let you take total control because what if you betray me? What if I'm not enough for you anymore? What if you get tired of me and don't want to help me anymore? Then where will I go? What will I turn to?

You've been there through everything the good and the bad. I sit in rehearsal after rehearsal but I rarely let you in to speak to me in the way I know you want to. You are such a great distraction but I easily get distracted from you. I don't stay focused on you; I care too much about the people around me and what they think. I allow the little block in my brain that is my ego to take over. I hate being distracted from you. I want you to know how much you mean to me and how much you've done for me.

So thank you music,

Thank you for giving me a getaway.

Thank you for giving me a reason to get out of bed for in the morning, even when I'm not sure I'll make it through the day.

Thank you for helping me through the tough days.

Thank you for giving me something to look forward to.

Thank you for pushing me to be a better person and a better musician every single day.

Thank you for everything you've ever done for me and I can't wait to see what you'll do for me in the future.

Sincerely,

An Avid Music Geek

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