Interdependence Suite – music for peace and kindness
“Interdependence Suite” celebrates how we human beings are all interrelated and connected. Press PLAY to celebrate with us.
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Interdependence Day 3 – an #improv #poem about understanding
In a dream, I ride a horse over a ridge and find a village filled with people far beyond my imagination. They seem so different from me. Their skin has a texture I’ve never seen and their customs seem bizarre to me. I have no understanding of who they are or why they are the
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Interdependence Day 2 – an #improv #poem
Some people just don’t Get interdependence. Imagine for a moment that The one person who could Keep the earth from spinning Into an inferno is an infant. Now, imagine that one of her parents Has died in a terrible persecution In her land of origin. There is no way for them To survive here, so
Always Remember What Inspires You
I remember. I forget. On Repeat No matter how many times I get how important certain things are in my life, I need to be reminded. Some things are obvious: my wife, our home, my friends, and the list goes on for the people and relationships that are so crucial to my well-being. Other things are
Pain Chain and Releasing the Brain
Pain Since I started a blue-collar job (my first one since college), I’ve been experiencing pain. To be clear, I have chronic pain from three bulging discs in my neck. But this is different. Due to the nature of physical labor and long hours of driving, I’m feeling more discomfort than I can ever remember.
No Small Parts: The Great and Powerful “Ahs”
Size Doesn’t Matter “There are no small parts.” When I was in secondary school (equivalent to high school in the USA), this is what my theatre director said to me. Because I had wanted to get the lead in a musical, I was bummed. I got a part, but not the lead. Apparently, I was
Mama and Baby – an improv poem of love
When the news came About your fever I was scared. I feared first for you, For your mama, And your gran’mama. How could your tiny Body With its tiny fingers, Toes, eyes, lips, and tongue Stand against such an ailment. Nonna was frightened too, But she did not pause. When the call came she ran
Taughannock Falls Majesty Revisited (Repeatedly)
It’s that time again. Well, frankly any day is “that time”. Since I live just a few miles from Taughannock Falls State Park, it’s one of my favorite places to visit. It’s not the only reason to come to the Finger Lakes, just one of the finest ones. There’s so much majesty and inspiration here.
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Meditations on Moving From Guitar Playing to Banjo Playing
If you play guitar, chances are you’ve been intrigued by the thought of playing the banjo as well. However, playing the banjo and the guitar are two different things. It can be done, but it also takes quite a bit of practice. If you are interested in making that transition from guitar playing to banjo
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