The First Song I Ever Wrote I’ve written well over 100 songs. Now, I say that not to brag, but to say I’ve done a good number. I started writing when I was a teen. In fact, I remember the … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2016
Swing Low Sweet Chariot I have never picked cotton or processed it. I’ve never baled hay. But, I have sung or whistled while I worked to pass the time. Today’s song is a Negro Spiritual (as they used to be … Continue reading
Hand Raising in Church Yesterday morning I was at St. Andrews United Methodist Church in OKC. It is my “home base” when I am not traveling. I have a great time playing music with a great team led by Shain … Continue reading
AM55+ Retreat 2016 The AM 55+ Retreat was once again held at Camp Christian near Chouteau, OK. We had the grounds and the Lodge to ourselves. It was good to see those who come every year and also to meet … Continue reading
Sully – A Movie Review In 2015 we saw Tom Hanks in the cold war movie Bridge of Spies. In 2016 he gives us another biography of recent history in his portrayal of “Sully.” And later this month he brings … Continue reading
Revival in Sickles Julie and I recently were part of a revival at Sickles Community Church. As you listen to my podcast you’ll hear all about it. I’ll also introduce you to Pastor Tom & Peggy Clifton, Freida Sinclair, Willie … Continue reading
Sweet Comfort Band 1978 In the early months of 1978 I led the music for the Arkansas Youth Convention. I’m not sure where it was held. Perhaps Little Rock. But I remember traveling in a car back to Hot Springs … Continue reading
When God Forgives He Forgets It was the summer of 1973. I had just made friends with Paul & Cliff Donaldson. We became a band and started singing/playing in area churches in south Texas. After a few weeks they invited … Continue reading
Deepwater Horizon A Review I have a friend that works on oil rigs all around the world. I think he is away from home 30 days at a time. He does intricate work in oceans of deep water with every … Continue reading
The Magnificent Seven a Review The Magnificent Seven (2016) was a pleasant surprise. I had no idea what to expect. I might have seen the original (1960), but I’m not sure. It seems like I played the theme music in … Continue reading