SotD: 03102020 “Walking Happy” Peggy Lee (1961)

Hey, All! Here's a bit of toe-tapping, and finger-snapping fun for almost--into-Tuesday here - and Tuesday underway there. Put some swing in your step and a song in your heart today. Enjoy and bring joy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-S7n2Z2Zruo

SotD: 03092020 “The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise” Les Paul & Mary Ford (1951)

Hey there ST, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, and All!....Chaps is "on it". Thought I'd get this posted for a Sunday-on-the-way-to Monday here - and Monday already for everyone there. Some vintage guitar to make you smile....Have a great one! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTfCjhXGoqU They made musical history together....Enjoy!

Lewis for Lent II: “The Abolition of Man” (1943)

Greetings, ST, ‘Sieurs, ‘Ettes and All! Welcome back! Here's the second in our requested series: a set of book reviews “Lewis For Lent”, examining the work of Clive Staples “Jack” Lewis. Let’s take a look at The Abolition of Man [HarperCollins, 1943]. First, I offer a bit of context for Prof. Lewis's reasons for writing … Continue reading Lewis for Lent II: “The Abolition of Man” (1943) →

SotD: “(There Ought to Be a) Moonlight Saving Time” Blossom Dearie [1958]

Hey, All! Here's a statement of my feelings about the annual charade of "Daylight Saving Time". A response by the lovely and talented Scottish-Canadian jazz songstress/pianist Blossom Dearie: "Moonlight Saving Time". There's the ticket....Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NesPpuB14cQ My favorite time zone: "Moonlight Saving Time"

SotD: Dedication – For ST: Jim Croce’s “Top Hat Bar & Grille”

Enjoy, hermano! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tben-EslJS0 For ST: if your favorite spot (Tantric Metta Awakening Pipefitters Massage Parlor Bar & Grill) isn't open, my buddy, Jim has a suggestion...

Lewis for Lent: “The Four Loves” (1960)

Greetings ST, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, and All! Welcome to the first in our requested series: a set of book reviews "Lewis For Lent", examining the work of Clive Staples "Jack" Lewis. Let's start with The Four Loves (HarperCollins, 1960) because we're not that far past St. Valentine's Day. I hope you'll enjoy it! "The Four Loves" … Continue reading Lewis for Lent: “The Four Loves” (1960) →

SotD: Dedication – For Liz – Ed Sheeran and Friends, “Cross Me”

Hey, All! Here's a shoutout to Liz, from the 'Ettes: Ed Sheeran and Friends with "Cross Me" [Clean Lyrics]….Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsbQWknSwvo For the Luminous Liz, from the 'Ettes

Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: “Giving Up” Meets “Living Up”

Greetings, ST, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, and All! As promised, a couple more thoughts for the Lenten journey; or any other time of spiritual renovation and renewal. For those who're of a certain age, a big question about one's Lenten practice involved deciding about what to 'give up' for Lent. Choices - depending on age - ranged … Continue reading Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: “Giving Up” Meets “Living Up” →

From the Chaplain’s Corner: Thoughts on Ash Wednesday

Greetings ST and All! From ancient tradition in Christian communities throughout the world, today believers will gather - by choice - to have ashes imposed on their foreheads - in the form of a cross. Why? To remind us of our broken places - and of the sacrifice Christ made to heal them. The prophet … Continue reading From the Chaplain’s Corner: Thoughts on Ash Wednesday →

SOTD: 022520

Happy Shrove Tuesday/"Fat Tuesday"/Mardi Gras, All! How about a toffee crunch/caramel cashew double scoop today? A classic from the Rolling Stones - and a bit of fun from the Fab Four: "Ruby Tuesday" and "Lady Madonna" Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeRMxMpCfds Mick & the Boys: for Liz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czhd27cN2dg Talk about a hectic week....Whew!