You’ll no doubt see a lot of September 11 news today. For one thing, it’s September 11 (as I write this), so it’s only natural. But also, it’s an historic day for America. And I’m sure I don’t have to tell you why. But you probably won’t see this September 11 news anywhere else. Because it’s not political. And it’s not provocative or tantalizing. … The rest of the story…
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Depending on where you are, it could be the start of another day. Or the finish. But I wonder if you’ll take the time (or if you took the time) to look out your window and remember to be grateful for your life. Will you (or did you) share your love, today? Because, no matter what time it is, if you’re reading this, you … The rest of the story…
I love life filled with optimism. In fact, I find it difficult to write songs or rhymes without optimism. And in this day and age that’s almost weird. Right? But I believe I’ve got a lot of things to be optimistic about. Yeah. Check out this list… wars thieves politicians (oops, that’s redundant) liars (oops, I did it again, Britney) ne’er-do-wells of all makes and … The rest of the story…
Here it is Labor Day 2022. And you’d probably rather go get another beer and brât than hear me ramble on about a holiday or labor or whatever. So, I’ll just share something another famous singer songwriter said about musicians and wages. This is an article I posted about eight years ago. But before I do… Happy Labor Day 2022 OK, here’s the article. … The rest of the story…
I’ve shared stories with friends (and strangers), about my Dad, and some of those people thought they were shocking. Because I talked about how much I loved him. And how many cool things he did with my brother and me that other fathers didn’t do with their kids. Yeah, people who didn’t have that kind of relationship with their fathers tend to be shocked … The rest of the story…
I scheduled myself to share this with you yesterday. Because the so-called “holiday” is supposed to be September 1. And obviously today is September 2. Well, it’s obvious to me. You might be reading this on another day. Anyway, I got sidetracked and forgot. The name of this holiday is based on an idiom that’s been around since the mid-15th century. “No rhyme nor … The rest of the story…
Here in America, and maybe in other parts of the world (I don’t know) it’s National “Just Because” Day. August 27. And I know you’re pumped up to go out and celebrate. But wait just a couple of minutes. Let me share a list of amazing historic events on National Just Because Day. 10: The Visigoths conquered Rome 1172: King Henry II of England … The rest of the story…
Researchers and scientists are discovering more and more ways music therapy benefits your health. In fact, I’ve read several articles on the subject lately. And I notice how they say that doctors and caregivers integrate music into patient care a lot more these days. Hmm…music therapy benefits sick people. What a concept. And now, it seems, there’s an effort to get music to do … The rest of the story…
I hope you and I never get a brain injury. And no snippy remarks from the peanut gallery. You know who you are. But seriously, there are so many layers of problems when it comes to an injury of your mind’s muscle. And I found some info about how music can help someone with a brain injury. Yeah, this is part of my series … The rest of the story…
Negative and positive attitudes can both be caused by something. And you can look around and see plenty of places to put (or lay) the blame. Tyrants in control of many (or most) of the nations. Self-serving, thieving politicians. Ubiquitous drugs, legal and illegal. And the list goes on. But I believe negative and positive attitudes are actually your fault. Because, ultimately, YOU decide … The rest of the story…