Oh, but they do!

Published on: June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 by Suzi 4 Comments

MM 6/17

Published on: June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 by Suzi 2 Comments

Hard to believe that another Monday has rolled around…even more difficult to believe that half of June is gone already…enjoy your Monday!

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Published on: June 12, 2024June 12, 2024 by Suzi 2 Comments

As the weather begins to get nicer and you take your kiddos to a local pond or lake to feed the ducks and geese, please keep this bit of info in mind.

Feeding bread causes permanent damage to ducks and geese. They develop angel wing. They can not migrate or fly to avoid predators. PLEASE DO NOT FEED BREAD to ducks and geese. Cracked corn, corn, peas, mealworms, romaine lettuce, watermelon, grapes CUT into pieces, cantaloupe……are a few good options!

MM – 6/10

Published on: June 10, 2024June 10, 2024 by Suzi 3 Comments

Song of my childhood…

This Old Man: is a classic counting rhyme that teaches children about numbers and their sequence. The rhyme has a distinct rhyming pattern, with the base lines remaining constant in every verse. The rhyme was first published in 1937 by Anne Gilchrist, a nursery rhymes collector. However, similar versions were collected in England in the early 20th century with a variety of lyrics, including one published in 1906 by Cecil Sharp and Sabine Baring-Gould. In 1948, Pete Seeger and Ruth Crawford included the rhyme in their American Folk Songs for Children, and Seeger recorded it in 1953. The rhyme’s popularity increased when composer Malcolm Arnold adapted it for the 1958 film The Inn of the Sixth Happiness as “The Children’s Marching Song”. Cyril Stapleton and Mitch Miller both had hit singles with their versions of the song, both making the Top 40.

Most sources I’ve found believe “This Old Man” refers to the influx of Irish beggars going door to door in England after the famine, either to sell knickknacks or to literally play a rhythm called “nick-nacks” using spoons in hopes of getting some change.

Some say that the song’s lyrics contain derogatory content and are unsuitable for storytime. The song includes the term “Paddywhack”, which is widely interpreted as offensive to Irish people.

“This Old Man” may also refer to a song book by Don Sullivan that features a peaceful dinosaur living the country life. The book includes sing-along lyrics to the classic rhyme on every spread.

Enjoy your day, Vic and Nahi!

MM – 6/3

Published on: June 3, 2024June 3, 2024 by Suzi 1 Comment

Bit of an odd choice for me, but, hey, it’s a Monday…anything goes…

MM- 5/27

Published on: May 27, 2024May 27, 2024 by Suzi 2 Comments

MM – 5/20 – Today

Published on: May 20, 2024May 20, 2024 by Suzi 2 Comments

The song “Today” by John Denver expresses a profound appreciation for the present moment and emphasizes the importance of living fully in the here and now. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency to fully experience and enjoy the beauty and pleasures of life before they fade away.

The opening lines, “Today, while the blossoms still cling to the vine, I’ll taste your strawberries, I’ll drink your sweet wine,” paint a vivid picture of savoring the sweetness and delicacy of life’s experiences. It suggests embracing the fleeting nature of beauty and abundance, symbolized by the blossoms clinging to the vine.

The repetition of the phrase “A million tomorrows shall all pass away” reinforces the idea that the future is uncertain, and the joys of today should not be taken for granted. The emphasis on the present moment is further stressed by the line, “‘Ere I forget all the joy that is mine, Today.” The singer acknowledges that memories will fade over time, but the joy experienced today is something to be cherished and not forgotten.

The verse, “I’ll be a dandy, and I’ll be a rover, You’ll know who I am by the songs that I sing,” suggests a free-spirited and carefree attitude towards life. It conveys a willingness to embrace different roles and experiences while remaining true to oneself through the songs they sing. The following line, “I’ll feast at your table, I’ll sleep in your clover,” encapsulates a desire to appreciate the simple pleasures and find contentment in the present moment, irrespective of what the future holds.

The refrain, “Today is my moment, now is my story, I’ll laugh and I’ll cry and I’ll sing,” encapsulates the central message of the song. It encourages living authentically and embracing all the emotions and experiences that come with it. It serves as a reminder to make the most of each day, to laugh, to cry, and to express oneself fully.

Overall, “Today” by John Denver serves as a powerful reminder to cherish the beauty and joy present in the present moment. It conveys the message that life is fleeting and unpredictable, and it is important to appreciate and savor the present before it slips away.

John Denver

12/31/43 – 10/12/97