Category Archives: Simpler Lifestyle

Things that ought to be treasured

The recent loss of our beloved cat Sherman has me looking with new eyes at the many things Gretchen and I view as being important in life. Not all aspects of life contribute equally to our emotional well-being and it … Continue reading

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People who give of themselves

I am constantly amazed at the number of people in Floyd who put service to others above self interest. In this county where there is very little money to spare, there always seems to be people willing to give a … Continue reading

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Serendipity plays a huge part in career decisions

Forty years ago when I was designing electronic systems to capture missile test data, I would have laughed uproariously if someone had suggested that I might end up framing artwork in a rural community in Southwest Virginia. My goal then … Continue reading

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House Concerts and 21st Century Touring

In response to my last post, Fran Snyder, a singer-songwriter based in Lawrence, KS, sent me a link to his website ConcertsInYourHome.com which is a resource for musicians and house concert hosts alike. He also has a blog, house concerts … Continue reading

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