I enjoyed learning about the local music in Ithaca during the LWYL cafe on Sounding Out Ithaca. I never before realized how many musical organizations are present in this area, especially Ithaca Underground. Hearing the musicians talk about their work and what it means to them really inspired me, as I find it so powerful to see a group of individuals come together to do something that they love. I especially enjoyed listening to Sammus speak, and she described her life growing up in Ithaca. She is now a post doctoral fellow, and I find it inspiring how she has been able to specialize in studying something that she is so passionate about. In the end, it is so important to enjoy what you do for a profession, and this talk serves as a reminder of the importance of finding a community to share that passion with.