Aww…some Monday
Raise The Bar!!!
Yes, our college freshman grand daughter has won her second straight high jump competition and raised the bar one inch over her previous victory. At this rate, she will be jumping between 5′-7″ and 5’9″ by the end of the outdoor season. She is ranked No. 1 in the conference. Yes, Papa is proud. We’re not talking major college, NCAA championships or Olympic Trials here, we are just thrilled that she has been able to continue her athletic career in college after what COVID did to her senior year in high school. We are excited about her success as a freshman and how athletics has enhanced her college experience and brought her new friends. The great news is that we will be traveling to see her compete later in the season and yes, I am loading the camera, my lenses and will try to find a reasonable place to sit and capture the moment. Stay tuned for further developments.
Monday’s Music Moves Me
Our hostess at 4M for the month of March has been Marie at XmasDolly. For the final installment of the month she has chosen to honor her mother with songs by Dean Martin, Glen Miller, and Frank Sinatra. My mother was a big band Glen Miller fan and she loved Dean Martin’s voice and dad liked him for his sense of humor and roles in western movies. She was never a fan of Ol’ Blue Eyes. When Martin and Sinatra were in their prime many songs were not recorded by a single artist. A song might be written and several vocalists would record it at the same time. You might find different arrangements of the same tune on the top 40 in the same week. I thought I might try to find a couple of lesser known Dean Martin numbers for your enjoyment. Dean’s acting talents landed him co-starring roles in several western movies, including The Sons of Katie Elder, and Rio Bravo. One Dean Martin you probably have never heard comes from a scene in Rio Bravo, My Rifle My Pony, and Me.
In 1965 Dean had a hit with “Houston”. While the song was written by Lee Hazelwood, it sounds as if there is a Roger Miller influence.
Speaking of Roger Miller, here is Dean doing Roger justice with a unique arrangement of King of the Road.
World War II gave us the Big Band era of music and the Glen Miller Orchestra was among the biggest of them all. Big bands is where a lot of recording vocalists started their careers. One of Glen Miller’s lesser know hits a number with a patriotic feel and title to it, “American Patrol’.
Arguably the biggest hit and signature song for Glen Miller was “In the Mood’.
Well, since neither of my parents were big Sinatra fans, I’m going to let the other blog hoppers post the music of the Chairman of the Board. Have a blessed week.
Encore;
Among Christians this is Holy week. It was Christ’s last week on earth prior to his crucifixion. Yesterday was Palm Sunday marking Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Today is the day that Christ cleansed the temple by throwing out the money changers. Tuesday Christ taught in the temple and was confronted by the religious leaders of His day. Wednesday, Judas met with authorities and betrayed Christ for thirty pieces of silver. Thursday, Jesus prepared to celebrate the Passover. On Friday He was arrested, tried and crucified. Our Lord spent Saturday in the tomb and Sunday morning He rose from the grave and declared victory over death. All of this was done that you and I might have access to eternal life in His presence in Paradise. Please consider finding a place of worship this Easter Sunday and celebrate the Good News.
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The shot of the bird is really nice, but we are so happy for your granddaughter doing so well in a sport she loves. That is so wonderful!
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The bird was a bit of a bonus.
Yes we are thrilled that she can continue her athletic career and has found success on the field.
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Great shot of that bird heading to the feeder. Wow.
I’m so proud of your grand too. She’s most talented.
Love your play list. Now this is the music I was raised with.
Thank you for joining the Awww Mondays Blog Hop.
Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. 🙂
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When it comes to phographing birds, some days it’s better to be lucky than good.
Glad you enjoyed the tunes.
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Still laughing at Dino in a tux singing about being a hobo…He was somehting, wasn’t he?
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Dean’s relaxed sense of humor is what endeared him to many of his fans.
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Awesome photo of ‘our feathered friend’ at the feeder ~ lovely selection of music ~ Wonderful post and Blessed Easter to you and your family ~ Xo
Living moment to moment,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
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May you and yours have a blessed Easter celebration.
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Nice photo capture and congrats to the grand daughter on her athletic achievement. “Rio Bravo” is a great old western. There were some fine musical performances in it by Dean Martin and Ricky Nelson. Your picks for today’s theme were great. I loved the recount of Christ’s last week on earth – great reminder for all and I love the accompanying music. Thank you for letting your light for Jesus shine in this world that sometimes seems hopeless. Christ gives hope to all. Have a blessed week and thanks for joining the 4M gang on the dance floor, my friend. Have a boogietastic day!
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I just didn’t feel like I could let this week pass without acknowledging the celebration of a risen Savior. Have a blessed Easter.
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Your granddaughter is amazing! I love Dean Martin and Glenn Miller, good picks!
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We think all of our grand kids are pretty special. I have to admit, I do love some of the big band and crooner music.
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Very nice songs and Happy Easter to you and your family. Great job to your granddaughter. Very nice.
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Have a blessed Easter celebration with your family.
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So enjoyed the music you chose! Very fun. Especially Glenn Miller! Cheers!
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I think Glen Miller was probably the best showman of the big band leaders.
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Oh whoops forgot to comment on your Granddaughters success- she is amazing! You must be so proud!
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She is definitely thriving in the college environment.
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The bird is beautiful, it’s hard to catch one flying like that.
Congratulations to your wonderful Granddaughter!
Excellent choices, Dean Martin is my sentimental favorite.
He is Risen!
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Yes, Dean is my favorite of the crooners.
Have a blessed Easter.
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I’m happy your granddaughter is continuing her successful athletic career in college, especially in these times. The only Dean Martin song I knew was his cover of “King of the Road” and I agree, I enjoyed it every bit as much as the original. I knew Glenn Miller’s American Patrol but not it’s title – now I know. Nice, nice selections this week.
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Congratulations to the granddaughter, making her grandparents proud!!!
Mom was a huge Frank Sinatra and Glenn Miller fan. Dad liked Dean Martin with his sense of humor. We never missed a Matt Helm movie, kind of a riff on the James Bond genre.
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