Sunday was a great day. My sister Noel came in to town and finally got to meet my little Djuna. We sat in the living room and played with the girls (Djuna and Thing) for an hour or so, chatting about this and that, before heading off to our date at the PAC.
Shidara: Heart of the Immortal Mountain gave a performance of the traditional Japanese Taiko drumming.
Shidara started in 1989 and is located in a tiny mountain village nestled deep in the mountains of central Japan. Group members have lived and trained at the facility in strictest, 24-hour traditional discipline. Deeply entwined in the life and townspeople of their village, and in addition to their professional pursuits, they are committed to preserving the ancient dance festivals in their region.
It is quite something to see: their costumes are all hand made, and their athletic abilities are impressive. The “voice” of the drums was felt more than heard, it seemed. And they threw in just the right amount of humor to keep the children’s attention.
Speaking of children, the executive director of the Anchorage Concert Association mentioned that the following two performances were to be for the Anchorage School District with both days packed full of 2,000 students each time. They will surely get a great show, I’m sure!
Ruth, I recently found your blog while looking up info on why the earthworms are coming out onto my driveway and dying. Not sure I really know why yet but we do run around picking them up and throwing them back in the grass like you did. Anyway, your volunteer work sounds wonderful and fulfilling. I always thought I might like to volunteer at a zoo but have never lived close enough. Maybe someday! Glad you enjoyed your time with your sister. Family is all important. Keep writing.
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