Be careful, GK. That eighty year old woman who snuggled up, was she wearing something a bit see-through with a bit of décolletage? Who handled you that unidentifiably delicious apple? Was there a bit of a sibilance at the end of “mine eyessss have ssssseen the coming of the Lord?” A dam fool we can’t help being with evil all around.
I look forward to your accounts of life on the road and at home. Regarding red-state shows: avoid politics, of course. But you could point out (in fact I think I've heard you do it at past shows) that regardless of our views, we are all Americans, enjoying this show, this beautiful old theatre, together, singing and laughing in unison. It illustrates the wise adage that we have far more in common than we have differences. And perhaps express hope that some day soon we can regain the ability to have different opinions without being enemies.
Thich Nhat Hahn, a Buddhist monk and writer from Vietnam Nam wrote extensively about learning to accept hugs. It was considered rude to touch someone (especially a monk) in his culture. It is very humorous to read of how he came to accept this. As Midwestern introverts it is not in our nature
As a physician I have to have all my vaccinations. Knowing people and treating patients with polio and COVID, I know from a scientific standpoint that these are safe and effective for the conditions offered. One of my colleagues, who smokes and rides a motorcycle without a helmet, was reluctant to get the COVID vaccine because ‘you don’t know what may happen in 20 years’. I would reply ‘you mean in 20 years when we have died of something other than COVID?’
I have no regard for health staff who refused to get COVID shots and got released, then had the gall to sue. I have no regard for anti-vaxxers in general.
Loved this! I grew up in Wenatchee in the 1950s and 1960s. My father grew Red Delicious on 20 acres and raised five kids doing that. My husband and I raised three kids listening to you every Saturday night in the 1980s and 1990s! Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do.
My favorite apple has become honey crisp and those from Wenatchee are almost as good as those from MN (where they were invented). Now, I can get them year round
What a perfectly lovely essay on Gratitude! WHEN are you coming to Tulsa?
Well, well, well - London, Dublin, Edinburgh. Life is good! Have fun!
Be careful, GK. That eighty year old woman who snuggled up, was she wearing something a bit see-through with a bit of décolletage? Who handled you that unidentifiably delicious apple? Was there a bit of a sibilance at the end of “mine eyessss have ssssseen the coming of the Lord?” A dam fool we can’t help being with evil all around.
I don't know about 80 year old women, but my wife is 77, and HOT!
Great piece this morning (my time). Here comes one more - a cyber-hug, because I’m grateful too. Peace and good cheer.
Maybe if Adam gave the Lord thanks after having taken his fateful bite we wouldn't be in the situation we are in today!
Well said. Works well for me too.
I love this. Thank you for your kind words of hope .
Thanks for this post! It brightened my morning!
I look forward to your accounts of life on the road and at home. Regarding red-state shows: avoid politics, of course. But you could point out (in fact I think I've heard you do it at past shows) that regardless of our views, we are all Americans, enjoying this show, this beautiful old theatre, together, singing and laughing in unison. It illustrates the wise adage that we have far more in common than we have differences. And perhaps express hope that some day soon we can regain the ability to have different opinions without being enemies.
Safe travels. See you in California next year.
Dear Garrison,
You are simply wonderful.
I wish you happy blessings.
Laura
Thich Nhat Hahn, a Buddhist monk and writer from Vietnam Nam wrote extensively about learning to accept hugs. It was considered rude to touch someone (especially a monk) in his culture. It is very humorous to read of how he came to accept this. As Midwestern introverts it is not in our nature
*Hanh
Agreed. This 83 year old shy nerd didn't come from a family of hugggers but I've come to appreciate them.
As a physician I have to have all my vaccinations. Knowing people and treating patients with polio and COVID, I know from a scientific standpoint that these are safe and effective for the conditions offered. One of my colleagues, who smokes and rides a motorcycle without a helmet, was reluctant to get the COVID vaccine because ‘you don’t know what may happen in 20 years’. I would reply ‘you mean in 20 years when we have died of something other than COVID?’
I have no regard for health staff who refused to get COVID shots and got released, then had the gall to sue. I have no regard for anti-vaxxers in general.
Haiku on Voting
This badge of courage
Little sticker red, white, blue
‘I voted’ won’t you?
Inspired by Jimmy Carter, I voted early this year.
Free parking, perhaps the greatest blessing of the Midwest. I did my part to uphold democracy, the greatest of all traditions “if we can keep it”
I have my absentee ballot and I'll voting soon, to be deposited in the secure ballot box at my town office (Orono, ME)
I was in New England once when I saw a car with a bumper sticker that said "Please don't hug me." That gave me a chuckle, not being a Yankee myself.
Love THIS!
In a world gone mad, this was a nice respite.
Loved this! I grew up in Wenatchee in the 1950s and 1960s. My father grew Red Delicious on 20 acres and raised five kids doing that. My husband and I raised three kids listening to you every Saturday night in the 1980s and 1990s! Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do.
My favorite apple has become honey crisp and those from Wenatchee are almost as good as those from MN (where they were invented). Now, I can get them year round