Leandra Jacobson 4/28

I loved drum circle in class. I had never been to one before and believe I will be attending another one run by PESO through CNU when I can get the chance and my schedule allows. I felt a significant transition of time involved that Kelly mentioned. I saw this as our attempt to move from profane time into sacred time. I do not personally believe this transition is fully possible, but just as we attempt to model God’s perfection, a drum circle attempts to transcend time with the shedding of the watches and time keeping devices. I found this particularly applicable to my situation of inviting my friend, Sean, to attend the class. I asked him to come, although I knew he had work immediately after class session is over. After we finished class, I knew he was going to be late to work. He was not concerned at all and explained how ten minutes of drum circle was infinitely better than being on time to work. He always tells me what a rush everyone is in and how we all need to take our time in life.
I enjoyed the attention the circle attracted. I also was distracted at observing other students in the circle and their awkwardness to the situation. The uncomfortable smiles were my favorite part; it would not have been genuine if all participators got into it since it was a new experience for many. The different instruments created a haphazard beat at times that would come together at parts, reflective of the assortment of people who are in the class.