Memories of the Windy Saddle I remember, almost eight years ago, Elgielene and I had lunch in a little downtown spot in Golden, Colorado. It was called the Windy Saddle Cafe. Small town atmosphere, fresh made food, and good coffee. As we waited for our food, that first time, we checked out the place. It even had a place in the back where small … Read the rest…
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I’ve enjoyed writing music for kids Kids give enthusiastic response when they hear music they like. Some will even flip their lids. For those of you who can’t remember far enough back, that means they go crazy. Metaphorically speaking. And that’s part of why I spent so much time writing music for kids. Even though my wife and I never had any, for some … Read the rest…
Don’t do these things “Don’t” is a book with a list of things not to do. The funny thing is…you can’t do these things. Even if you wanted to. There’s also a song about it (which you can hear in the Rhyme and Reason Podcastversion of this post) and an illustrated downloadable version. “Don’t make mistakes unless you’re wrong.” A few years ago I was asked to … Read the rest…
Wait till morning skies Bedtime Buckaroos Morning skies, or as they say down south, “mornin’ skies”, are a sign of a brand new day. And they’re also part of the subject of the third one of Tony’s books for kids…”Till Mornin’ Skies” It’s one of the “Bedtime Buckaroos” bedtime stories. And it’s also one of the songs off the lullabies collection by the same … Read the rest…
When you ask Jesus to love and protect you…you are never all alone…ever again. Does that sound good? I hope so. Because it’s not good to be all alone. And for little ones, it can be scary. Just imagine if you walked all around the world and never saw anybody. What if you were the only person on earth? Kinda spooky to think about … Read the rest…
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 5
Hey there…Tony here, and I’m coming to you with the Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 5. We’re going strong now. Thanks for the input you’ve been emailing me. It’s awesome to know you’re out there listening and sharing with others. This week’s episode has poems that talk about a lily pad and some bullfrogs, kids and poems, berries, blooms, love, a clock, and a bunch … Read the rest…
Kids Need Music And Imagination OK…I’m not tryin’ to say your kid’s life will be completely better because of music. And I’m not sayin’ your kid won’t have trials and tribulations in this life if he only listens to music. But I am sayin’ your kid will have access to the ultimate imagination machine if he or she’s exposed to a good variety of … Read the rest…