Yep, I've been put on a different drum; bass drum. And it's OK.
Last night when I came home I was in so much pain, grief, and depression. I fell asleep at 9:48. I remember the time because I checked right before I conked out. I was in so much pain that I couldn't walk correctly and I was limping by the end of the day. Ultimately, this put me in a bad mood because I was worried that my inability to hold and march with the snare drum would prohibit or impede on my snare spot.
So today right before we were thrown outside for marching half time rehearsal, I confronted Mr. P about the issue. I broke down in tears against my own will. I told him that I really wanted to be on snare but I don't think my body can handle it. I showed him my bruises as proof. I really didn't want to give up my snare position and apparently, neither did Mr.P. He seemed very reluctant to put me on bass because of how small the snare line would be. He showed sympthaty and reassured me that my spot would be waiting for my senior year. So he let me march with the bass drum and it was fine. I'd much rather perfer snare though because things are more interesting to play.
So that's it.
Here's the reason why I couldn't march/walk properly yesterday. I did better today though. Click the pictures to make it larger.
Left knee/thigh: Three huge bruises and several minor bruises sustained
Right knee/thigh: Two major brusies and a few minor bruises sustained
Upper Right Thigh: Bruise from the J-Bar
Upper Left Thigh: Bruise from the J-Bar
Left Ring Finger: The result of traditional grip
Right Index Finger: The result of new tape and bad rolls
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