eddie,

in spite of how I'm probably coming across... I do see that point, and I agree with it. Intrinsically I see GREAT value in anything created and shared. Everything you've said resonates with me. I even LIKE doing that sort of creative self-revelation.

The path splits for some of us at the intersection of Money St. and Creativity Ave.

If I could have it all, I would want to be that artist who makes a lot of money writing and performing his own music. It does work out that way for some people. But I'm not that guy.

I'm too lazy to make the sacrifices and too introverted to run that people gauntlet... so that leaves me with the alternate choice writing my own music for my own satisfaction... and maybe if I'm lucky, for the enjoyment of a few close friends who are willing to listen... or to supplement my retirement income with cover music and have some fun in the process.

Which is better, chocolate or vanilla? Everybody gets to decide on topics of taste. I see value in both directions, but for myself I only see attainability in one of them. I don't look down on people who see it differently. In fact I respect their ability to go where I cannot.

Big world. Lots of paths. Not enough time to take them all. Pick one and walk wholeheartedly. <--me

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