//one year//

I can't believe it's already been one year since I've earned the new title "violin teacher." It has been a joy to teach Racheal violin. I couldn't ask for a better student--she is such a blessing. Here are a few excerpts from letters she has written me about playing violin:

I just wanted to say thank you for being my violin teacher. I can't wait to play in church...You're the best violin teacher EVER! :) 

I want to serve the Lord with my violin, in any way that I can.

I just wanted to say thank you for all you do to help me...in violin. I really enjoy playing in church. 

When Mrs. ________ mentioned about how you are helping me and Abby play in church, there is nothing I could do to thank you enough. :) Thank you so much for helping me and Abby achieve better in violin. 

Since the beginning she has wanted to use her violin playing for the Lord. What a testimony for this young lady!! She is indeed using it for the Lord and has become my violin partner in church each Sunday!! She impresses me so much! 

She probably gets tired of hearing me tell her "Keep practicing",  "Keep working",  "PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE!" but I like to remind her that playing violin is about 

1% talent and 99% hard work!!

 I couldn't be prouder of her using her ability for the Lord and His glory!!!