Over the weekend, my HAP group and I visited Seasons at La Jolla in order to discuss with Barrett how we would implement the choir for his residents. We came in thinking we would have to negotiate a deal with him, but it seemed like Barrett expected us with the mindset that we were already going to form the choir at Seasons. He was extremely kind and toured us around the center, showing us the different lives that the residents have lived. Many of them are extremely accomplished, intelligent, and talented. Each resident had an amazing story and it was so touching to see that Barrett knew them all, so if they ever forgot he would remind them of their amazing accomplishments and of their loving families. I’m really glad that the biggest hurdle of our HAP is now dealt with, and now all I need to do is come up with a repertoire of songs and find a way to teach it to the seniors in a fun, but mellow way. I’m excited to talk to them and hear their stories from them personally and I can’t wait to be able to sing together with them.
During class this week, we went over some logistics and then Rhiannon, Jackie, and Elizabeth shared their one page discussions. The points that they brought up were very eye opening and analytical, so I’m a bit apprehensive for when I share what I found for my discussion. Nonetheless, I’m confident I will be able to find the same passion in the readings like the other girls, and I’m looking forward to sharing that newfound knowledge with the rest of the class.
During class this week, we went over some logistics and then Rhiannon, Jackie, and Elizabeth shared their one page discussions. The points that they brought up were very eye opening and analytical, so I’m a bit apprehensive for when I share what I found for my discussion. Nonetheless, I’m confident I will be able to find the same passion in the readings like the other girls, and I’m looking forward to sharing that newfound knowledge with the rest of the class.