Speaking of “loving who you teach,” I bought a whole bunch of Pokémon cards because one of my piano students kept hinting that they would be a great addition to my reward basket.
Okay, I don’t even know what Pokémon cards are. My daughter-in-law had to come over and help me separate them into sleeves, all the while trying to explain them to me.
All I know is, the kids are practicing just a little more than usual. Mission accomplished.
About Marie de Haan
Marie is a gifted pianist, playing since the age of nine. As a teenager, she composed mainly instrumental piano music. She released her powerful debut single, “I Am Broken,” on October 22, 2020, a song whose creation drew heavily upon the trauma she endured as a victim of childhood sexual abuse. Marie held a benefit concert on September 10, 2021, in Skagit County. A portion of the proceeds went to CrossRoads Youth Ranch; this local organization—through equine therapy—empowers “at-risk and sexually exploited youth to heal, grow, and thrive.” She has continued to write music: Christian, folk, and country. Marie loves hiking, gardening, and photography. The Pacific Northwest—where she lives with her husband—is the backdrop for her favorite activities.
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