Springtime

Back from Isla for two weeks now, and I'm still on the island.
Really looking forward to a return trip. Downloading Caribbean sea sounds from itunes.
30 instructional days left of the school year. This one has gone by faster than any I can remember.
Still lots to do.
Next weekend taking the high school kids that work with Tim Fox down to Greeley (UNC) for the jazz fest. We'll get to see the Mingus tribute big band on Friday night, perform Saturday morning for the judges, hang for awhile and return Saturday night. A very busy time that is truly a wonderful experience for the kids. Myself, I can't wait to hear the Mingus band.
May 1st we are performing in downtown Carbondale, Colorado. The 7th and 8th grade CMS bands, the Roaring Fork H.S. Jazz band, as well as several RFHS groups that will be performing....
on May 2nd at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Battle of the Bands. 20 bands in 5 hours. Big FUN!
May 7th and 9th will be the spring Symphony in the Valley concerts.
Other than that, it's pretty slow around here. teehee.

Isla Mujeres

Spring Break. Not a bad idea at all. It's creation much more for the teachers than the students I believe. So, with just 8 school weeks left, LLW Donna and I are off to the tiny and beautiful island of Isla Mujeres. Flying out of Denver tomorrow morn at 8:44, and by 3 p.m. Cancun local time, we should be on the ferry to Isla. The island is a whopping 4.5 miles long and a 1/4 mile wide. Lots of sun, cerveza, and relaxing.

I have been through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened. -- Mark Twain

Welcome to The MOMG Files. (Mean Ol' Mr. Gray)
My son Dan hooked me up with this in my continuing quest to become a little more Hi-Tech.
And because I told him that I was interested in writing some short stories,
I became a public school Music Teacher in 2001, after owning a Music store (Glenwood Music), managing a Taco Bell, and working in a ski resort as a Property Manager. This all after migrating to Colorado from Illinois after attending Northern Illinois University where I was a "Comprehensive" Music major.

Here I hope to address some of my interests, and discuss one of my favorite topics: Useless information. I steadfastly refuse to take myself too seriously, but occasionally lapse into bouts of melancholy, and do just that. I am joined in my life quest by my Lovely Little Wife Donna, and my children; Stephanie, Dan, and A.J.
My passion for MUSIC drives most of my working (Playing) hours, but I enjoy cooking, reading, a good Dominican cigar, Islay Single Malt Scotch, and a good board game.
Enjoy the ride, and feel free to comment or question.