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I just returned from the violin shop (and a quick stop at the coin store) after buying a new bow.  Having never spent this much on one, I wasn’t sure what to expect when played on my own instrument.  Although, if I were smart, I would have taken mine to “test drive” bows before purchasing one.

With a bit more rosin applied and after a minute or so of playing, I am (almost) speechless at the difference in sound.  It feels like a completely different instrument.

The latest addition to my collection. Heavily flamed maple back, sides, and scroll, tight grained spruce top, ebony fittings, and Dominants with a Pirastro Olive E.

Since last year’s square-foot garden was so successful (lettuce was still growing through January), I’ve planted this year’s garden several weeks ago. Everything has sprouted and growth is exceeding expectations. Except for the bell peppers. Absolutely nothing. Until this evening I figured it was just a failed crop. But I found that the seed packet hadn’t been opened yet. I had forgotten to plant the peppers.

Note for the future: Something must be planted in order for it to grow.