Independence Day 2016 Let’s talk about ultimate freedom I hope you get to enjoy an awesome fireworks display wherever you live. And I hope you also enjoy the company of family and friends and good food and great fun. And I hope you’ll take at least a moment to thank God for the ultimate freedom He gave us through the death and resurrection of … Read the rest…
Category Archives: Words and Music
Father’s Day 2016 On this Father’s Day 2016, think about the Number One Father, your Creator. I wrote a song about Him about a few years ago, and I’d like to share it with you today. It talks about how we owe everything we are to the One who made us. Your DNA is a unique code that determines what color eyes and hair you have…what … Read the rest…
Do you live life inside the lines? We all have ’em. Lines. The ones we draw that no one else can cross. The lines we won’t cross ourselves. The lines that make up that little box where we feel safe inside. Do you find yourself living inside the lines? If so, don’t feel bad. Just get a good grip on where to draw them. … Read the rest…
Fancy Dancer an adjective and noun frozen in time What does it take to be a fancy dancer? Maybe you think a fancy dancer would be someone who wears special clothing and dances tippy-toe. Or maybe you think it’s someone who wears a tux, top hat, shiny shoes, and dances with a stylish cane. Or maybe you’re certain it’s someone who choreographs a group … Read the rest…
Tell the truth Do you have a photographic memory? I used to tell a joke about having a photographic memory. When someone would ask me to prove it, I’d look at a long page of text for a couple of seconds. I’d make sure to have a deep, concentrating look on my face. Then, I’d turn to them and say “Got it. Now, I … Read the rest…
OK…so impress me already Everybody cops an attitude once in a while. Right? Even songwriters. Way back in 1988 I was writing some thoughts down, based on how I perceived some social interaction. As I often do, I just let the words take me where they would. And they took me to a song I called – Impress Me. I’m sharing the lyrics to … Read the rest…
Have you asked – What can I do? If you’ve lived long enough to become an adult in this world, you’ve probably noticed how many bad things are done by bad (and good) people. And if there’s a caring bone in your body, maybe you’ve asked – What can I do? You might feel like you’re alone…or that no one else sees what you … Read the rest…