we're in the midst of getting everything ready to do bedtracks at the end of the week. this involves a lot of decision making, for when we go in, we want to have a more than just good idea of what we want to have happen... so after many different generations of demos over the past year, the sketches for the songs are really starting to come together as we test tempos, rework arrangements, and even draw up prospective song sequences. it's exciting to see the shape of the album forming as we go.

however...when we're in a period of working like this it's easy to let other things slide... groceries, laundry, bills... in fact as of yesterday half the ceiling lights here had burnt out and we made a midnight run to buy new lightbulbs.... and it's amazing how bright it is now. plus, working/sleeping hours are getting messed up... didn't fall asleep till 6am this morning. of course, the tea pot is always being refilled and probably doesn't help.

i'm starting to get antsy to get out and play again too. i might book some stuff in the coming months... it's just gonna depend on how things go here. i'll keep you posted...

k