January 20

Oof. That DOE grant was a huge effort. But it's done now. That is a load off. It has been a lovely evening of eating pasta, drinking Belgian and German beer, and watching GBBO. 

While playing bass guitar tonight, I just played what sounded good to me. Even if you don't play for 2, 3, 4, as many measures as you don't play, if you let that be your guiding light, you will end up playing what's in your head. It's easier to be creative when you don't fear other people's judgment or you don't feel pressured to come up with something really awesome. I should remember that. Music is just another way of speaking your truth.

Onward.

January 8

I will be a warrior in 2022. 

What other way to grow is there, besides being exactly who I am at this present moment? That is the only real way to truly grow into something better than I am. And every day of my life, I want to become better at my job, at being a husband, a musician, a human. 

I will let Remi push me, and I will push him as well. Started on a strong note with getting the Angewandte Chemie accepted. Might as well give the DOE ECRP a solid go.

I only get one chance, but once is enough.

• Triathlons.
• Lift weights.
• Art of Manliness podcasts.
• Speak French couramment avec Remi. Practice every day.
• Flight lessons with George.

As Professor Duckworth teaches us: Honest, genuine effort counts twice.