Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas everybody.

39 And Holding

Yes, today I turned thirty-nine, and as much as I love me some Jerry Lee Lewis, a more appropriate birthday song for me is this one by Kris Kristofferson. This has been a tough year for me both financially and personally, but in spite of all of that, my blessings still outweigh my troubles. Many people would love to have the "troubles" I have. Thank you Lord.

Why me, Lord?
What have I ever done to deserve even one
Of the pleasures I've known
Lord, what did I ever do to deserve loving You
And the kindness You've shown

Frankie's First Jack-o-lantern

I don't know where it came from. But for some reason, there was this really little and shabby looking pumpkin on my counter this afternoon. Even though I had never carved a pumpkin in my entire life, I thought "what the heck" and brought Frank in the kitchen and carved that sucker up. Now I know this is a really amateurish job of carving, but Frank loved it. Notice the mean face he's making. Happy Halloween!

The Office Season Premier

Can't wait. Below is an excerpt from my favorite episode. I love comedy that makes fun of racial stereotypes.

Garcia and Grisman- "Ripple"

What a sweet song! It's definitely one of my favorite Dead tunes, performed here by Jerry and David. Of course, David actually played mandolin on the album version, featured on American Beauty. Excerpt of Robert Hunter's lyrics below.

Reach out your hand if your cup be empty,
If your cup is full may it be again,
Let it be known there is a fountain,
That was not made by the hands of men.

There is a road, no simple highway,
Between the dawn and the dark of night,
And if you go no one may follow,
That path is for your steps alone.

Enjoy!