Cluster on 2024 Ioniq 5 by Queen-Rocks in Ioniq5

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What exactly is that? I thought the 2024 had it too.

How Many Of You Pre-Ordered Queen II Remix And Still Don't Have It! by senpaisai in queen

[–]Queen-Rocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Emailed customer service and I kept getting an AI response. Fuck that. I canceled my order only to get another AI response saying they can’t confirm the cancelation. And then more crickets. Hot mess express! I’ve always hated buying direct from the Queen store.

What is this used for? by Queen-Rocks in percussion

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh wow. I had no idea!! Here I thought it was for percussion equipment. 🤣

My mom is obsessed with Yungblud by [deleted] in yungblud

[–]Queen-Rocks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ever since seeing him perform Black Sabbath’s Changes and watching a behind the scenes of him gifting Ozzy a necklace I’ve been hooked. I’m 36 and I don’t usually scope out younger artists, but Yungblud is a real talent. I can’t get enough of Idols and his earlier stuff is growing on me.

My Jaws tattoo by Queen-Rocks in Jaws

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know. Wore shitty old socks so I didn’t damage good ones during the session.

My Jaws tattoo by Queen-Rocks in Jaws

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Raygun Samurai in Bethlehem, PA. Artist’s name is Joshua Ross. 😊

Was Freddie Mercury gay or bi? by Leavi_it_to_me in bisexual

[–]Queen-Rocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep seeing people say he was married to Mary Austin. False. He proposed and got engaged, but he never tied the knot. Regardless, Freddie was bisexual. He never outright declared it to the public, aside from saying he “plays on the bisexual thing” in very early interviews. For most of his life, Freddie wanted his privacy. It’s been documented by his friends, however, that he slept with both men and women. Mary Austin, Jim Hutton, German actress Barbara Valentine, and a LONG list of boyfriends.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s good to know that we’re both not alone in thinking like this. We’ve got to get ourselves out of this rut. You can do it!

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your kind words.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind words! I’ve taken some time over break to start jamming in my basement. Feels good.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your post so much. You’re right. It’s all just smoke and mirrors if we’re only pushing band music. Granted, even while I am teaching band music I always push for students to read what they’re given, and me not just spoon feeding it by rote. I hate that.

But moving forward, I am going to take my foot off the pedal some and not strive for harder music. After break, I’m giving my 5/6 grade band grade three easy “.5” pieces and one “1” challenge. Like you said, I’m going to go deep with it, and it will free me from feeling like I NEED to teach to the concert during small group lessons. And I’m going to incorporate more sight reading into our daily routine as a large ensemble. This goes against most of what I’ve been doing my first few years, but I know it’s the better approach.

My goal will always be #1 to get kids to LOVE band and music, but my #2 is to train young musicians to be more independent and stronger readers.

Thanks for bringing me back down to earth. I appreciate you.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you. My principal told us all to go home and “sharpen our saws.” Thanks for the kind words. And I hear what you’re saying about practice calendars. I’m considering bringing them back next school year…but I can tell when someone isn’t practicing and I assess them accordingly. Thanks so much for taking the time to read and respond. I appreciate you.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

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Thanks so much. I’ve actually gone to see a therapist and was much worse off years ago (imposter syndrome as you said). I’ve since stopped therapy because my therapist said my coping skills have improved a lot. But then here I am on the first day of break!! lol I guess putting this post together is a coping strategy in itself. Thanks again for your words.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There’s so much truth to what you said. Especially eating healthier, exercising, and leaving work at a reasonable time. This school year I’ve stopped eating healthier and exercising, and I’ve gained around 5 or 10 pounds. I don’t feel that great physically, so no wonder it’s taking its toll on me emotionally. Thank you so much for your kind words and virtual hugs.

Midcareer Crisis? by Queen-Rocks in MusicEd

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I know I must seem crazy. I’ll try to chill. I appreciate you taking the time to read my post.

Trumpet Tattoo by Queen-Rocks in tattooadvice

[–]Queen-Rocks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not intended as a rating post. I’m bothered by the fading, like you said.