Aging, HealthRock, Music and Medicine, Music Composer, Musical Monday
Yesterday was my mother’s 96th birthday. In honor of that occasion, today’s Musical Monday is Growing Old Gracefully. Imagine what has happened since her birth! The song is below. Below that is was going on in 1924 (according to Wikipedia). A lot...
Music Composer, Musical Monday, original country song
Several years ago I was speaking with a woman vocalist in an audition. She appeared to be rather sad and I asked her what was troubling her. She then went on to tell me a story that she was trying to come to grips with. She was married to one man, but was in...
Covid-19, Friendship, Loneliness, Lonliness, Music and Medicine, Music Composer, Musical Monday, Original Music
One of the things I miss the most during this Covid-19 pandemic is seeing my friends. I love getting together and spending time catching up, having a few laughs, and maintaining the relationship. Sure, I can call, or Zoom, or Skype. But you can’t hug a computer...
Composer, General Health, Imagination, inspiration, Music, Music Composer, Musical Monday, Work Life Balance
When you think of summer, what images come into your mind? Taking a vacation? A day at the beach? Going on a picnic? for most people, summer brings to mind happy images and nice memories. June 20, 2020 was the longest day of the year. The Summer Solstice. The...
Father's Day Song, Music, Music Composer, Music Video, Musical Monday
Father’s day is a special day set aside to honor fathers and celebrate fatherhood. Inspired by the Mother’s Day celebration, Sonora Smart Dodd planned a special day to honor fathers. It’s been celebrated in the United States since June 1910. ...
Cancer, Composer, General Health, Health Song, Insomnia, Lullaby, Music and Medicine, Music Composer, Musical Monday, Original Music, Sleep
Ever have difficulty sleeping? I’m not surprised if you said, “Yes.” Among my patients and friends, poor sleep is one of the most common complaints people talk about. It seems almost no one is spared at least a little insomnia. Several years...