
The October 15 Eugene Symphony season premiere didn’t disappoint! Led by Conductor Alex Prior, the orchestra captivated the audience with three exciting compositions: Igor Stravinsky – The Firebird Antonín Dvořák – New World Symphony Anna Clyne – Color Field Igor Stravinsky – Russian Composer Igor Stravinsky’s The Firebird is often referred to as “The Ultimate […]

The Eugene Symphony performance of Joe Hisaishi’s – The Music of Studio Ghibli – was truly beautiful, including several incredible solos! The orchestra performed at Soreng Theater in the Hult Center and was led by guest conductor Lance Inouye. I’m not very very knowledgeable about anime, but the extraordinary soundtracks piqued my interest. I plan to […]

Last week, I enjoyed Eugene Opera’s production of Giuseppe Verdi’s Macbeth at the Hult Center. The four-act tragedy is based on Shakespeare’s famous play. This is a link to a simple synopsis. _____________ “When Shakespeare imagined ambition’s darkest corners, he created Macbeth — a tale of power, prophecy, and paranoia that has haunted audiences for […]
Fabulous memories. Safe travels.
Thanks Gwen – everything went well – negative PCR, flights on schedule…. Being back in the US is wierd!!!!
Good to hear you’re back. Hope someone watered the plants while you were away LOL.
I’ll be looking out for another post…
Ahhhh the come home to a big ol’ mess scenario – you think of all the good stuff Gwen! I’ve left my house for extended trips so many times, and from trial and error learned to deal with most potential havoc – sorta :o(. I have professionals manage while traveling, and their fee is well spent. Expecting neighbors or friends to watch out for your house and belongings is being naïve. Will have to replace a few smaller trees damaged from squirrels digging up the root base, but that’s the worst of it. I’ve thought about renting my place while on extended trips, but when factoring in the cost to store belongings, management fees, getting them out when I’m ready to return, and performing cleanup and damage repair – it’s not worth it… Nothing is ever simple, right? Am already planning next trip in my head!!!
Yep. Perhaps it was my brother’s saying sticking in my head – “Now what can possibly go wrong?”
I think you’re wise not to rent out for all the reasons you give, and also not to rely on the neighbours which would wear a bit thin after a few weeks.
And the planning the trip is three quarters of the fun!