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I 've been pretty lazy about writing lately - partly because I haven't had much to say, partly because I've been pretty busy, and partly because I've been intimitaded by the thought of finally starting my massive article about why I love Bavaria. What have I been busy with? Well, besides work and Anja, I've been investing time into physiotherapy for my left shoulder, which has been bothering me for a couple of months. A contributing factor for that may have been all the piano practicing I've been doing - the results of which may be heard here.

I will try and start my big Bavaria series before we head for Italy in early June, but after one concert is before the next concert. At least the physiotherapy is working pretty well. (Sigh) We're not getting any younger!

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