I'm A Little Late To The Party...

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord...

Nothing like a little musical entry for Silver Sunday!

This is one of Handsome's Rogers drum kits. This one is circa 1970s. He also has another kit that I just love. It has a pearl finish and really sparkles, but that one is packed up right now, as he just finished playing in a band that accompanied a circus in Gibsonton, FL yesterday!
Imagine this set, trimmed in chrome plating over polished brass, a sleek white finish, and Handsome sitting on the stool - sticks in hand. I can't imagine a better way to make beautiful music.

Check out the other participants in Beth's Silver Sunday party at Gypsy Fish Journal by linking here. Thanks again, Beth for being such a great hostess!

I'll show you what I was doing over the weekend when I write again tomorrow - and I'll announce the winner of my PhotoBook Creator Giveaway, too! Good luck to all the participants.

Please Don't Talk About Me...

As promised...a little music for you.

This is Maggie Worsdale performing Please Don't Talk About Me
with the Williamsburg Consort Dixieland Band.
Handsome is in back on the drum kit with a cool solo!
Just click on the start arrow on the Music Player to hear the ensemble.
Turn up your sound, sit back and enjoy!

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Practice, Practice, Practice...

Many rehearsals in anticipation of concerts to be performed on Thursday.
They already sound great - Perhaps I'm biased? I think not!

Nine Hundred Miles And Fourteen Hours Later...

Sunrise over Virginia
Handsome took the off-ramp so that I could get out of the truck to snap
this photo of this morning's sunrise as contrails from various flights crossed the sky at sunrise.
The crisp morning air smelled of Autumn and the sunrise was breathtaking.

We've arrived in Williamsburg, VA. It was what we like to refer to as an "arduous" drive. We drove in rain for the first four hours or so. At times it was raining so hard that we slowed to 45 miles an hour on the Interstate and drove with our flashers on. Then, we proceeded under cloudy skies for most of the remainder of our Saturday drive.

Although there was road construction along the way - and some mighty "skinny" roadways in some spots - we thought we were free and clear of the rain. About an hour from the end of the first day of our trip, another "gully-washer" punctuated our arrival into Battleboro, North Carolina, where we finally dropped the hook for the night.

Kes is in Florida at her favorite kennel. All the gals love her there and she's tickled to be around all the other dogs. When I dropped her off, they told me that she practically pranced down the row of accommodations announcing her arrival. I tell you this so you don't think we tortured her with a fourteen hours on the road. We were the only tired souls at the end of the day.

A walk next door to the restaurant, where we talked little, ate a bit and then back to the motel. Handsome placed a call to request a 5 am wakeup call and we were in bed by 8:30. Two tired bears that were asleep within ten minutes.

The wakeup call came way too early this morning, but like the troopers we are, we got up and were on the road again by 6. So, here we are. I'm in our hotel room writing to you, and Handsome is downstairs unloading his drum kit and assorted accessories. I'm sure that about now he wishes he'd taken up playing the flute or some other tiny instrument!

He'll be starting rehearsals today, so he's immediately jumping in with both feet. I, on the other hand, will probably start with a little nap and then knit or crochet a bit. Ah, yes. Traveling with my talented husband has its rewards.

Summer Vacation for Handsome...

Last night was a gas. Handsome had one more performance before the snowbirds head north - when the Concert Band, Orchestra and Chorale all go on summer break.

Locals assembled at the North Port Performing Arts Center, and this proud wife sat in the balcony so I could have the best view of his performance. I love watching him play, and usually have "cheek cramps" by the end of the evening from continuous grinning. Last night was especially fun because he was the only percussionist setting the tempo for the singers, all who perform for the sheer joy of making music.

Handsome is a seasoned performer, having begun in music classes in grade school and over the years he has amassed a long resume' of professional credentials. This is his first full year performing in North Port, so the people with whom he performs continue to be impressed - and I can't help but crow about him!

Well, I shot a few videos and have uploaded one from last night for you to see. Just click on the title of this post to view it...and notice that I've added a section under his photo on the right column. As I add more videos of his performances, you'll be able to enjoy his talent right along with me. I hope when you watch the video(s), you get cheek cramps right along with me!