Tag Archives: bluegrass

Being Inside the Music

Posted on September 23, 2015 by wakingofthebear

Music is a very important part of my life. I like to think of myself as a musician. Not necessarily an outstanding musician, but a musician nevertheless. My earliest memory of music in my life is being a member of … Continue reading →

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First Place/Number One/The Best

Posted on July 13, 2014 by wakingofthebear

I have this affliction. Maybe affliction is too strong a word to use here, but sometimes it feels like an affliction. You see, I always want to be the best. This has been going on for most of my life. … Continue reading →

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. . . and another thing . . .

Posted on June 29, 2014 by wakingofthebear

Since I have not posted a rant lately about things that bug me, I thought this might be the right time and the right topic. The question to be answered is, “Why do some people put themselves in situations where … Continue reading →

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Customs and Mores

Posted on January 18, 2014 by wakingofthebear

I am currently reading a delightful book entitled Whistling Woman (Appalachian Journey). The listed author is C C Tillery, but the book is actually a collaboration between two sisters, Christy and Caitlyn, who have both authored books under their own names. In … Continue reading →

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