Dunshire Bagpipe Forum 10/7/05

Neighbors and the Police (my comments about playing outside in the neighborhood)

My neighbors have been very good, but I usually practice indoors. A few weeks ago our local church congregation had a talent night. I played a few tunes and got some very nice compliments. A few of my neighbors were there. One of them came up to me after and told me that she was surprised at how good I've gotten since the first of the summer when I was practicing more outside(this is my first year on the pipes). She said she really enjoyed my performance. Another neighbor said she wanted me to play at her funeral although I'm not certain that was a compliment since I'm older than she is.