10/29
The Center board meets. Trying to explain
the current situation with presbytery. The precipice once more. Trying to
contain the anger and anxiety. In the middle of this, Amanda comes in with Jen
and Amelia, just to say hello to old friends. Who helped bring this vision into
reality. But the moment is so intense, no one looks up. And it soon becomes
apparent I won’t be joining them for dinner any time soon. We’ll have to catch
up later. They’re all leaving tomorrow.
Sigh.
10/30
A phone call to secure the needed letter
has not gone well. Session members gather to try and get clear on what our
strategy needs to be. I am feeling exhausted. With a sick headache. Another late dinner at the B.
11/1
The day began with representatives of
Justice for Jazz Artists. From the musicians union. Looking for support from us
for their campaign. Two main objectives: getting the big clubs to contribute to
the pension fund. And ending the practice of forcing musicians to waive the
rights to their own performances. Later
when I talk about how my own pension could leave me homeless and a bit my
experiences with the carwasheros,
Micah (via Skype) laughs and reminds me that jazz musicians are no less
vulnerable.
Later, Loretta comes to visit with her
actor friend Kevin. To check out the space. Perhaps for readings. And her upcoming screening. She carries
herself with a lot of class. She’s soon
off to Portland for a screening.
And the sickness in the pit of my stomach
continues.
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