I’m grateful for the path my career has taken. This morning I heard from two people who’ve become new encounters and, after years, a longtime friend and client. Back in Manhattan, I’d get a steady stream of walk-ins, and they’d soon become friends. I learned from a true master of this craft. “The payoff isn’t just the paycheck, it’s the trust we build and the doors we open with a shared love of music. And yes, there were those small hugs that still remind me I’m doing the right thing.”-Tim Bower

I found myself at the hospital around 11:30 p.m. for an injury I’ve dealt with before. This time I caught it early, thankfully. While working with metal on a lathe, a tiny splinter forced its way under my fingernail. At first, it seemed minor, but soon I felt throbbing pain and noticed a red line radiating from the finger. I know that can be a warning sign for sepsis, which can be life-threatening. It’s a sobering reminder of the risks that come with my many tasks.

Did I brag about adjusting all of Hubert Laws' flute’s in his breath taking home in Beverly Hills lately? I still can't get over it Hubert..

What questions do you want to ask Luke next time?