I’m continuing to read through old journals for writing inspiration. I am currently in the midst of my many journals written during my time on tour with the African Children’s Choir. It’s fun to reminisce back to that time. There are some things I really miss about tour. And some things I really don’t.
What I miss about tour
– My kids. Getting 25 hugs is a great way to start your day.
– Comradeship with my fellow chaperones.
– Meeting really cool host families and getting the chance to see life really lived in different cities/states/countries.
– Cool and exciting opportunities, like recording with big name musicians and having the chance to appear on big shows like Jay Leno.
– Days off in new and (sometimes) exciting places. Always something new to explore.
– The feeling that I was doing something really big and truly making a difference in people’s lives.
What I DON’T miss about tour
– The constant feeling of exhaustion from being on the go all the time.
– Being “on” all the time. Fake, professional smile plastered across my face.
– Answering the same questions three to four times a week (“I decided to tour with the choir after seeing them perform at my church. I was really impacted by their ministry…”)
– Four different beds a week. And not all of them comfy.
– Life out of a suitcase. The same four shirts get old after six months.