March 15 - Day 14

I tell you at the 4 or 5 pm mark I start to get a little sleepy.  Mostly because I have not been able to go to bed as early as I would like, but some of it for sure is because of the fast.  Well, I've had my short 30 minute catnap and it makes a world of difference. I recommend it if you have the chance.  

Today I went with some friends to watch the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra play Frank Zappa and it was fantastic.  I have never really taken the time to listen to Zappa so it was an education for me.  I will say that what was coming out of Zappa's mind is quite unbelievable, the man was definitely a genius, and probably a bit crazy. But sometimes good stuff comes from crazy.  The most interesting part was sneaking in some of my dinner during the show.  It started at 7:30 pm and the sun set at 7:38 pm.  How do you like them apples? So I had myself a little granola bar type thing and sneaked in some water and was able to break my fast while listening to the ESO play some seriously amazing music and funk and classical all in one, what a way to do it.  Live music, really really good live music is so wonderful and it is a way to see a musician really show you their skills. It was great.  

At the intermission I was able to tide myself over with carrot cake (for some reason they don't serve sandwiches at these venues) and water.  Sooooooooooo wonderful to have that drink of water. Not much else for you for right now, there are some things in the back of my head that I am thinking about, but nothing solid and formulated.  

Until then, here's my picture:

 

I have always loved looking at the posters of shows and plays that are happening.  This wall was no less interesting and the art on each poster was calling out to the passersby, quietly yelling at them to come to their show.  There are some seriously talented people out there.  Cool stuff.