I hate to hear about your violin...a prized instrument is such a personal thing...more than a friend or even a lover, it's an extension of your soul. It is so hard to lose or damage one, even if it isn't your fault. I'm really sorry.

Our illnesses ARE a lot like damage to an instrument...the good thing is that after the repairs are done, the music continues, better because of the "flaws" that add personality and character. Will it be the same as before? Probably not...but that just makes us play new, wiser "music". Join the symphony!

DJ