Something New and Music!

After a few weeks of doing my own thing, doing a bit of writing, blogging and volunteering on the side, I realized how fast time has flown. I am relieved to announce that I am once again employed (whoo)! Although for a few days there were rumors that my previous position would once again be available due to a new grant the non-profit would be receiving, this was unfortunately not the case. Turns out that I had to be a single mom to meet the requirements for the new grant- go figure….. well whatever the case is, I’m still happy to help them out and work on projects regardless of the pay cut. I’m all for the empowerment of women and from experience- I’m all for starting to instill these values as early as possible.
Anyway… another reason why I felt the need to write a blog entry on my dusty blog (boo! I need to get on it, I know!) is because one of my favorite times of year will roll around come Monday. Yes ladies and gents: it’s South by Drive By (SXDX) week again! You know where bands trekking the interstate on their way down to Austin music fest, South by Southwest (SXSW), decide to grace us with their musical talent at local venues here in El Paso?? Yes that’s the one. I had a great time writing a few entries regarding this annual gift our prime real estate location affords us and I’m psyched to get on it again.
Though economic disparity has hit the entire country, no less El Paso, this humble little lady blogger is still a bit sad about not having the cash flow to head out to Austin to see SXSW for herself.
Having never been to SXSW myself, (believe me, i know…it’s depressing to even read back to the previous statement), I am definitely going to make the most of this coming week and head out to some great shows.
And when I speak of El Paso’s economic woes, I refer to the sudden, slightly-expected closures of some of the venues that hosted some of the bands. (See: Zeppelin’s Underground). But I’m sure this will not be a major setback, central location will just have to be adjusted I suppose.
But no matter what….. SXDX week here I come and I’m taking everyone with me!!! whooo  🙂