And the winner is....

I got the internship... with the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (aka: the GRAMMYS).

Just so we're on the same page, let's go over what it is. It isn't really about an awards ceremony. It's not about red carpets. It's really a non-profit organization that provides advocacy for industry people that maintain memberships (hence the term Academy...)- artists, management, engineers, producers,etc... They also do recruiting. They also run the MusicCares program, which is what I want to do. They were the people that were down in Mississippi after Katrina replacing band instruments. They are who you want to know and who knows everybody. Everywhere. It's an opportunity for me to remain in music without selling my soul to the devil. I now get to give back.

The interview was amazing. It's run out of this beautiful row house in Nashville just off of music row. The house is full of air and light and good vibes and feminine touches. It is run mostly by these southern women who love to eat, drink, and be merry. I will fit in, I think. Andie Mcdowell is one of my bosses.

So, all in all, it was a success.

The first day and a half was a disaster food-wise. I cut that out though, after the most horrendous Jack Daniels hangover of my entire life. From then on it was salads with dressing on the side, fruit plates, and egg white omeletts. Since I was at sea level, running felt REALLY good, so I did get to work out. Add on to the hiking and running the week before and I am down 2 pounds. Not bad.