Category Archives: Inspirational

The Thanks of a Grateful Nation

. . General Orders No. 11, Grand Army of the Republic Headquarters. I. The 30th day of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of … Continue reading

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Those They Leave Behind

. It is the one and only photo that makes me cry each time I see it. What brings the tears to my eyes is not just the bereaved young woman, but the Marine who stands behind her. In an … Continue reading

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Sacred Watch

No matter what, these men remain ever watchful at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Washington D.C.: . . My dedication to this sacred duty is total and whole-hearted. In the responsibility bestowed on me never will I falter. And … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – “You’ll Never Walk Alone”

This is one of those songs that truly stands the test of time. Audiences first heard this beautiful song on Broadway in 1945 – and it became an instant classic. Many performers have made this song part of their repertoire, … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – “How Can I Keep From Singing”

. Oh, my – if this doesn’t get you up off of your chair, dancing around, nothing will!  (Dang, that little girl had some pipes….) . (“How Can I Keep From Singing” sung by Eva Cassidy – available on CD or MP3) … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – “Over The Rainbow” (Eva Cassidy)

. This is one of my favorite arrangements of this beloved song – It’s just a beautiful, soothing song, don’t you think?: . (“Over The Rainbow” by the incomparable Eva Cassidy – available on CD or MP3) .

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Derby Day – “Run For The Roses”

. . It’s Derby Day! .

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Tuesday Wednesday Tunes: Storm Comin’

*Since yesterday was my Grandmother’s birthday, “Tuesday” Tunes has been moved to Wednesday this week* We’ll close out the month of April with another song about stormy weather – here in Texas, we’re heading into the turbulent season – “May flowers” … Continue reading

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For Jonathan – “To Where You Are”

.. On April 28, 2001, my best friend Becky got the phone call that no parent ever wants to get – her oldest son, Jonathan, had been killed in a car wreck. The pain has eased somewhat, but it will … Continue reading

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Earth Day, 2014

This is VERY good: .

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