It's an important point too, one that is too much lost in the commodification of work in our society, where finding meaning and value in one's work (beyond the monetary) is all but forgotten. It seems that we are an anachronism to most people. But I cannot help but think that we are the lucky ones, even if only a few others know it, because we have work that we love and have a lifetime passion for, fed by an unquenchable curiosity. I'm planning on dying with my enthusiasm intact, no matter how old I get. I watched the preview online a short while ago. The way he handles his food reminds me of the rituals of the Tea Ceremony, where one spends a lifetime practicing what seem to be the simplest of movements. Will -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of David Love Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 4:14 PM To: pianotech at ptg.org Subject: Re: [pianotech] Slightly OT: Movie recommendation Yes, I realize the danger here. The other movies you mention are quite good too. But one of the theme's here is dedication to a life's work and also to enumerate the principles of refining one's craft. I couldn't help but think of piano work as I watched and the parallels were too strong to ignore. It is available as a rental at this point. David Love www.davidlovepianos.com -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of Encore Pianos Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 12:53 PM To: pianotech at ptg.org Subject: Re: [pianotech] Slightly OT: Movie recommendation You're in danger of creating a monster here, David - there are so many possibilities. Several come to mind for me: Babette's Feast; Eat, Drink, Man, Woman; and Julie and Julia. I saw the previews to this film a few months ago at our local beloved Indy film theatre, and we ended up missing it (Arrggghhh!!) But it's just out on DVD, and Netflix has it. I have long been influenced by the traditional Japanese sensibility of craft where the journey towards perfection in one's craft is also a spiritual one, and one has to master oneself before they can master their craft. Will Truitt -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of David Love Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 2:53 PM To: pianotech at ptg.org Subject: [pianotech] Slightly OT: Movie recommendation For a good movie which parallels to our own commitment to craft see "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" David Love www.davidlovepianos.com
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