I am on vacation this week. And I am working harder than ever, it seems. Enjoying most of it immensely, but working hard nevertheless. Kansas City has a Kansas City Corporate Challenge each year. Participating corporations pay to allow their employees to compete against other companies' employees for bragging rights on who wins. It is … Continue reading Working vacation
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Boxing Day — stocking up for next Christmas
Well, the above picture shows my main haul from Santa, and my main present from Christmas. In the center is "The Organists' Manual" -- a gift from my mother and sister I asked for, so I can start formal organ practicing instead of the pickup I have done over the years. But the rest of … Continue reading Boxing Day — stocking up for next Christmas
The Holly and the Ivy
The holly and the ivy, when they are both full grown,Of all the trees that are in the wood, the holly bears the crown.Oh, the rising of the sun and the running of the deer,The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.The holly bears a blossom as white as any flower,And Mary … Continue reading The Holly and the Ivy