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Old Oct 18, 2012, 02:08 PM
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I learned to play the violin as a child. It was incredibly hard. I never got very good at it, and I didn't enjoy it either.
My brother played the piano, so we had one at home. Eventually I taught myself to play the piano, and then took lessons too. Much easier, and more my thing.

I find that the piano is great therapy. It is perfect for letting out strong emotions of any kind. I always feel better, calmer, after playing for a bit.

There are always free pianos on Craigslist, that's where I got mine. And just a little tip if you go for the piano, get one that's old. The older the better. Mine is from 1923. (I looked up the serial number. ) I would never want a brand new one. The older ones have......character. Like the lines on an older person's face that each tell a story of a life lived.

I edited to add, you might have to dabble around a bit before you find "your" instrument, one that you enjoy and that you have the talent for. Not every instrument is compatible with every person. And instruments are individuals,you might have to try different ones from the same kind before you find "yours". Kinda like Harry Potter at the wand shop.
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As she draws her final breath
Just beyond the door he'll find her
Taking her hand he softly says

For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life

Just open up your eyes as I lay you down tonight
Safe on the other side
No more tears to cry
Thanks for this!
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