May 25th, 2010
Every time I see newscasts about the Gulf of Mexico and the oil spill, I feel such sadness. I hope a good, reliable solution happens real soon, because what happens to the fish in the sea will someday happen to all of us, if we don’t learn how to manage and preserve our natural world.
May 4th, 2010
Watching the evening news is truly scary these days. For example, the flooding in Nashville, Tennessee breaks my heart, as Nashville is such a wonderful city….full of folks who make really fine music, and who are creative souls. I have always enjoyed my times there. The flooding that’s going on in other parts of the country are terrible also. May God and His Angels help heal the hearts and minds of those who have lost loved ones and/or their belongings, and may the healing and repairs begin as soon as possible. Americans are hardy folks….but we can all use a helping hand during difficult times…..
February 28th, 2010
My heart goes out to the people of Chile devastated by the latest earthquake in the news….this, after the terrible one in Haiti! May God have mercy on all of us, because we are all connected as one human family.
February 2nd, 2010
These are strange times indeed, but one must never give up Hope. There have been many times in American History, and World History for that matter, that “tried men’s souls,” as they say. It is how we handle adversity that marks our true character, and always remember that the most beautiful of roses can only grow where there are shadows.
November 11th, 2009
First, my heart goes out to those murdered and wounded at Fort Hood…what a terrible situation! May God Bless the Souls who have departed, and may God Bless the wounded and heal them as quickly as possible. And for today, Veteran’s Day, may God Bless all those who serve our country, now, and in the past. To be a Patriot is to believe in the goodness of this country, and to defend Goodness in any shape or form, with the result being possible self-sacrifice, is the Ultimate Goodness of all.
September 24th, 2009
It’s been awhile since I’ve written in my journal. Like most of you, my life has been very hectic (I feel like I’m always saying that!) The good news is I have been given songwriting assignments for movies, and have really been enjoying it. I find that no matter what’s going on in my life, when I concentrate on creating music it is very good for me. We all need positive things to focus on in this crazy world.
May 25th, 2009
A Blessed Memorial Day to all those who serve and defend our country….and may folks think twice before they critisize the very people and organizations that keep our Freedom “Free.”
April 12th, 2009
Good News At Last! Captain Phillips has been rescued from the pirates! And, he is a true hero, because he was willing to sacrifice his own life for his shipmates….a rare thing indeed among mankind. These types of true stories help to lift all of our spirits during these strange times. Also, kudos to the Navy Seals who helped rescue Captain Phillips….brave souls, and some of our finest. May they all relax now, and enjoy a well-deserved peaceful Easter Sunday.
January 30th, 2009
I always intend to write more frequently, but as a wise person once claimed, “Life gets in the way!” It’s unbelievable how time flys by. I remember when I was little how time stretched endlessly on a seemingly flowing canvas. I couldn’t wait to be “older,” and get to do fun things, like my older siblings seemed to be doing. It’s only as we become older that we realize more responsibility is placed on us, and doing fun things has to be fit into “the schedule!” C’est la vie…..
December 6th, 2008
This time of year gets so hectic, that I find it’s difficult to make the time just to relax. I am also one of those people who keeps an eye on domestic and world news on a daily basis…I want the connection to the world, but at the same time, can only find peace of mind in solitude…I guess that’s one of the dilemmas of being a human being, right? In this Holiday Season may God help heal all the wounded, may the Grace of the Lord help us all to see one another as one huge family, and may each of us find the Peace of Mind that the Savior left us with….no matter what walk of life we come from.
