Keith Hall Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 My last time marching was 2003 (I think). 99% 0f that last show I marched was the best I had played and marched since 1976. I was on staff with a few corps since 1982 and learned a lot from several people. My last summer of involvement was not a good time for me as I felt like a loner. During a weekend of two competitions I was thinking over and over, "Is this what I want?' and "Do they really want me?" As I drove home I made a decision to leave the corps and the activity that I fell in love with as a 10/11 year old back in 1971. Drum corps in the 1970's was my family, my vacation and a chance to get away from my real family. I made lots of friends but I was not in any clique. I was a soloist after my second year in corps. This was made possible by the older guys leaving to join a senior corps. After my Army days I went back to what I loved but it wasn't the same. New people, different area. I wasn't a NAME staff member, but I hoped I did my job. As the past 18 years have gone by I have not attended a competition. I enjoy what the kids do today but am no longer going to argue with others about why today is better than yesterday. I like to reminisce but I am also realistic. What we did back then was great and what the kids today do is great! I'll cruise around and read and respond in a kind way. Not leaving but just waving and saying hello because it's me being KIND! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironlips Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 Understood, but don't fade too quickly. You've got friends here who appreciate your perspectives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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