And as the seasons turn, turn, turn...
I've been listening to the Byrds a lot lately. "Eight Miles High" is one of my all time favorites along with "He was a friend of mine". Mind you, I never really cared for their biggest hit, "Turn, Turn, Turn", but have found solace in that very song as of late. My Dad passed on to the next world on August 27th. So, I haven't been on this site at all until last week. He was 87 years young when he over stressed his airframe and his power plant. You see, he was an Air Transport Pilot and Flight Instructor. So, to him flying was life itself. In fact he had been flying the day before he died. He was my best friend as well as my Dad. We shared most things and many interests. He was my flight instructor and also my biggest fan. He inspired me and encouraged me to "GO FOR IT!!!" with my music career. When I had serious doubts about the prospects for my success he sat me down and played the Lee Ann Womack's song, "I hope you dance" for me and beseeched me to follow my dream and my muse ALL THE WAY. I am doing that now and will exhaust all avenues and possibilities regarding the pursuit of success with my music. I miss him, but know that he's always with me watching over us all from 8 miles high. Just below where God is...up above. He is my hero. Right next to him is one of his and my favorite actors, Steve McQueen. One of my all time favorite quotes is credited to Steve McQueen and it goes like this: "Attack Life...it's gonna kill you anyway" My Dad attacked life. When they found him he was taking his ankle weights off after working out. I'm going to follow his lead and do the same. Thank you for listening to my music and liking what I do. Y'all make this all worth doing. I love writing, playing, producing, and performing my music. One day I hope to get to play for you. I have a funny feeling that I'll be doing that real soon. Also, don't ever hesitate to show those who you love just how you feel. You might not get another chance....I'm glad I did. God Bless us every one. Happy Trails, RT
