Practice Routine

I like having a practice routine, but it does get interuppted on many days. There are distractions, but also commitments. This time of year, it seems to get even harder for me and my routine. The same goes for students of mine. That’s OK. I say enjoy it — life, family, the holidays, and the drums! If I don’t get as much time as I’d like with the drums, then it’s usually because another part of my life needs my attention more. My students are given quite a bit of leeway this time of year. I want them to enjoy the drums — not to feel as if practicing is as important as being around their loved ones. This can be a stressful time of year for many people, and I don’t want to add to that stress. If the drums are not first on the priority list right now, then so be it!