gratification
gratification came in many forms today. my hard work has finally paid off! and it was the simplest form of gratification i can get; a "good job" from a few people from the Wind Symphony. and that is really the best form of gratification i could get. after all, on the podium today, i put in my heart, my soul and my total concentration.
and gratification came in a form of smiles/grins from sweetie. and in the form of a Terra Naomi CD i ordered from the UK (it’s really very very good man, go to youtube and search for Terra Naomi!!). and in the form of a bowl of unhealthy noodles for supper.
i had a truly fulfilling day today! and if i was previously stressed up, all the stress just disappeared after a total of 6 hours on the conducting podium today; 3 hours NCWO, 3 hours NUSWS. i ran through and fixed problems for the NCHS open house, while also doing 2 easier pieces in SOE, for the young ones. then at the technical rehearsal, i helped Mr Leonard Tan conduct the entire repertoire for Da Capo (except Nitro and In a Persian Market). in terms of music, i have done some work on not so tough repertoire, and also some work for very difficult repertoire. i feel my soul being fed today, while i put my heart into the music!
and seriously, i have been worrying for nothing. after tonight, i know that i can do a good job tomorrow! but still, i pray that Mr Leonard Tan doesn’t fall sick!!
the only ‘punishment’ i received: a fully sore arm no longer capable of even typing an sms! after this post is up, i’m gonna rub ointment on it man.
i’m so excited! i’m gonna get a cool haircut tomorrow before the concert 
