tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post8226996730063680967..comments2024-03-06T22:56:55.030-06:00Comments on A Gathering Place: ~NEVER LET THE MUSIC DIE INSIDE YOU~ My 100th Post!!!Rebecca Nelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14662129266792835433noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-38695796981664747972010-03-04T20:57:32.016-06:002010-03-04T20:57:32.016-06:00This is a wonderful story. With me it's a pia...This is a wonderful story. With me it's a piano...<br />I've known you (sort of) for all these years and didn't know you played the guitar. My chldren play and so did Patrick. I miss that. I know you your husband must have felt...missing your voice singing to him. I am surprised you didn't sing to your babes...I did...and I can't sing! :)<br />Hugs..and lots of love.<br />MonaWsprsweetly Of Cottageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17990765326246470929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-32974841873206872392009-05-19T11:47:00.000-05:002009-05-19T11:47:00.000-05:00Rebecca, What a wonderful touching story. It spea...Rebecca, What a wonderful touching story. It speaks to me very deeply. I'm glad your day was beautiful. Hey, how about putting a YouTube video of yourself playing and singing on your blog! The whole world could hear you then! xorachelA Romantic Porchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14548579518033537549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-32647916717175349012009-05-19T09:49:00.000-05:002009-05-19T09:49:00.000-05:00This is so sweet. It is even more precious when t...This is so sweet. It is even more precious when the gift comes with such thought....enjoy practicing!Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15111241316745923019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-50247333149683501012009-05-19T08:09:00.000-05:002009-05-19T08:09:00.000-05:00Rebecca,
This is the most beautiful story! As you ...Rebecca,<br />This is the most beautiful story! As you were telling it...I could picture it so clearly. Your husband is such a sweetheart! I'm so glad that you are able to still play the guitar and bring back these special memories. I've always wanted to learn how to play. My son plays and I love just sitting there listening to him. The comment that your husband did was so sweet and loving and we can tell that it comes from his heart.<br /><br />Hugs,<br />Lee LaurieA Southern Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13474441937098224092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-12150943006202166592009-05-18T22:28:00.000-05:002009-05-18T22:28:00.000-05:00Oh my babe, how the memories come flooding back wh...Oh my babe, how the memories come flooding back when I listen to you play and sing. Yes folks, my gal and I use to go to the park or just sit in the courtyard at the college and she would sing and play for me almost every day. I had forgotten just how beautiful she looked as she sang with her guitar until the other night as she played and sang the old songs to me sitting in our den....whew, is it getting warm in here?... uh anyway, I could not believe she remembered all the chords as well as the words to all the songs she sang to me 30 years ago. Wow, did I just say 30! She still looks 27 to me.<br /><br />The original plan, by the way, was to give her the guitar on Mother's Day morning with a big bow while she enjoyed her breakfast in bed. However, after several trips to several music stores and hours trying to figure out which one to get her, it became clear she would just have to hold one in her hands to know it was right. So.....plan B.<br /><br />As we were out Saturday, and as is her custom, she would say after each store, "lets just go one more place and then go home". After 5 "just one mores", I was getting nervous as the day was flying by and the store closed at six. I was so relieved when she finally said "let's go home", and meant it, as we finally made it to the store at about 4:30. The salesman caught my eye when I came in as he knew me well by now, and played along so well he should get an Oscar! He showed her a couple other guitars first before he brought out the one we had agreed on just so she would not get suspicious. When the realization began to set in as to what we were really doing there, she started to cry. That's when inside I secretly said, "YEEEESSSSS!!!!, Score, I got the right gift!". So I said happy Mother's day and told the salesman to wrap her up.<br /><br />I knew she was excited when she went home and cut off her nails so she could play, (if you knew her you would know that was a big deal, girly girl to the end you know). Then when she sat down and started to play it was like stepping into a time machine.<br /><br />I can't wait for her to go to the nursing home and play for her daddy. It will be a beautiful scene for sure.<br /><br />I love you babe, keep the music flowing.<br /><br />meMr. AGPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-45178771606086675722009-05-18T21:24:00.000-05:002009-05-18T21:24:00.000-05:00wow. the thoughts i have about this are so persona...wow. the thoughts i have about this are so personal. i don't think i could post them here. it was a long time ago, and when i think that my juliette is now nearly 12 - and how grown up you seemed to me then - life rockets forth at break-neck speed. i'm so glad you've picked it up again. you were brilliant.Jennifer Chronicles (jenx67.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420405638287265650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-75714204214131734422009-05-18T17:43:00.000-05:002009-05-18T17:43:00.000-05:00I have always loved the John Denver song "This old...I have always loved the John Denver song "This old guitar"... check it out. Great story, Beck.wildbillyelliottnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-15209020805022844812009-05-18T16:14:00.000-05:002009-05-18T16:14:00.000-05:00Well, you got a tear out of me for that story! Tha...Well, you got a tear out of me for that story! That's why I keep coming back.<br /><br />karenSecondhandrosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12350636396276259206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-3898903762218100512009-05-18T07:45:00.000-05:002009-05-18T07:45:00.000-05:00What a beautiful story!! What a beautiful love you...What a beautiful story!! What a beautiful love you have! Always keep the music of your heart singing, Rebecca dear....you are so blessed!<br />Love, FrancyFrancyhttp://tejoliesaol.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-37983979904863508852009-05-18T07:07:00.000-05:002009-05-18T07:07:00.000-05:00Oh, Rebecca! That last picture of you with your g...Oh, Rebecca! That last picture of you with your guitar is precious! You're so special. ♥ <br /><br />I know how your husband feels because my husband played A LOT when we first met. He actually propsed to me in song! My heart still melts when I hear him play a love song- or any song for that matter! ♥Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-91238568502419141502009-05-18T06:33:00.000-05:002009-05-18T06:33:00.000-05:00What a beautiful story. I'm so happy your hubby di...What a beautiful story. I'm so happy your hubby didn't let the music die inside you. Dr. Wayne Dyer did a show where he said that very quote. It is so true regardless of your passion or those you've put aside. :)<br /><br />KrisKrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10916272462885295630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-71280459669302042912009-05-18T00:21:00.000-05:002009-05-18T00:21:00.000-05:00ohhhh. . . . . . WOW. This story really touches my...ohhhh. . . . . . WOW. This story really touches my heart!!!<br />\SaraSarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06692363519712566002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-41447721055503934272009-05-17T23:30:00.000-05:002009-05-17T23:30:00.000-05:00I have learned through many mistakes when it's rig...I have learned through many mistakes when it's right, God shows his hand and his will to us women. My guy has had his moments of, well lets just say breathing was about all he dared to do, but as the days, months and years go by, he manages to surprise even me. I'm pretty hard to surprise all in all. Half the time I don't think he's listening. Then, he surprises me with the very thing I told him about weeks or months ago. <br /><br />Letting him make mistakes that I knew would initially hurt was the hardest thing to do. But i'm glad I did. He's a MY keeper and I wouldn't trade him for all the faults i'm sure will come!<br /><br />I didn't take a bath, I stood for a shower. Hard to drown when standing eh? Oy those two days were awful. But, i'm recovered. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-32438701950653426172009-05-17T22:30:00.000-05:002009-05-17T22:30:00.000-05:00Oh Rebecca you do have some lovely surprises for u...Oh Rebecca you do have some lovely surprises for us. I think learning an instrument is one of the most rewarding things one can do in life. I include singing in that. What a gift you gave your father, and now your own family. My daughter is a singer and has her own band. Everytime I go to one of her 'gigs' I'm in tears just listening to her amazing voice.<br />How I would love to her your sweet voice. I love all the pictures in your post but the one of you at the end is so lovely. I can tell that you love your new friend.<br />Hugs,<br />JuneJunehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17283259375743586344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-2736955713895553272009-05-17T22:08:00.000-05:002009-05-17T22:08:00.000-05:00Thank you for sharing your wonderful memories.
L...Thank you for sharing your wonderful memories. <br /><br />Lisa<br />www.palepinkandroses.com<br />www.palepinkandroses.typepad.comLisa McDonaldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01199254584320655468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-42155249657773650812009-05-17T20:36:00.000-05:002009-05-17T20:36:00.000-05:00Oh, that was just a nice story. Though through th...Oh, that was just a nice story. Though through the whole thing I was holding my breath and SO hoping that he had found your old guitar~<br /><br />Smiles,<br />LisaLisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14614504943930192281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-68253820562501623522009-05-17T20:07:00.000-05:002009-05-17T20:07:00.000-05:00Did I land myself a KEEPER? Yes'm I did!
However...Did I land myself a KEEPER? Yes'm I did!<br /><br />However...before you all start thinkin' that this man is without fault...let me clue you in...<br /><br />He isn't! I'll blog about them someday and blow you ALL AWAY! He is a man...therefore he is irrevocably flawed! He just happens to be very thoughtful and genuinely kind person and that has ALWAYS shined through...<br /><br />Bottom line...his Momma did SOMETHING RIGHT and for that I'm grateful.<br /><br />xoxoRebeccaRebecca Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14662129266792835433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-56632615457358510712009-05-17T19:52:00.000-05:002009-05-17T19:52:00.000-05:00Rebecca, your memories are so precious & full ...Rebecca, your memories are so precious & full of love. You always catch me in a soft moment, & eventually with a warm chuckle. TY for sharing, once again, your life ... This was a very loving & adorable gesture & gift. <br /><br />Are you SURE you don't want to share your hubby ... sounds like a dream come true. I'm still waiting for John Wayne to come sauntering in ... chuckle. <br /><br />TTFN ~ Marydonblushing rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14185573384597526789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-79450223347014040432009-05-17T19:46:00.000-05:002009-05-17T19:46:00.000-05:00What a wonderful memory. I truly feel honored to h...What a wonderful memory. I truly feel honored to have read it this evening.<br /><br />I enjoy your blog so much,<br /><br />LauraLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11497969475360535424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-47387671695966839332009-05-17T19:21:00.000-05:002009-05-17T19:21:00.000-05:00Rebecca, they got the "beaters" in jail friday.......Rebecca, they got the "beaters" in jail friday.....well, 3 of them. Keith is getting so much better. Go read today's blog about him. His letter to friends and relatives is on there, sugar. We're just thrilled that some of them are caught!!!<br /><br />Sweet post, chickee! I know the feeling of reminiscing as we get "old."<br /><br />xoxo,<br />ConnieConniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07836857167023454619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1934579070684149103.post-30544448965396561862009-05-17T18:56:00.000-05:002009-05-17T18:56:00.000-05:00Oh my goodness! What a sweet story and what a thou...Oh my goodness! What a sweet story and what a thoughtful husband and children!Southern Lady's Vintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14094356220201554131noreply@blogger.com