September 2009

Out of the mouthes of babes

Little Jessica, six years old, is in her lesson today, learning "Two Grenadiers." She pauses in silence, letting her violin droop for a few moments as her eyes lose focus. "Listen to Miss Ruth," her mother reminds her gently.

Jessica gives a tiny sigh and says quietly, "I was listening to the music in my heart."

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