Category Archives: Simpler Lifestyle

People who give of themselves

Posted on July 14, 2008 by David St Lawrence

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

Posted on June 4, 2008 by David St Lawrence

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

Posted on January 15, 2008 by David St Lawrence

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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House Concerts are a time for coming together

Posted on January 14, 2008 by David St Lawrence

It was a fine way of starting off the new year. People from all over Floyd County were greeting friends and making new ones at Mac and Jenny Traynham’s farmhouse in Willis. Mac and Jenny were hosting a house concert … Continue reading →

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