Hello. It’s good to be back. After writing about how I languished through this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride I decided to do something about it. The languishing, that is. Shortly after the ride, my wife shared with me a podcast about languishing that offered a counterpoint – dormancy. It resonated and I decided to …
Operating this website/blog has been a pleasure. It doesn’t, however, come without some frustration. Here’s an update on what you’ve missed. If you’ve been a subscriber to my blog then you will know my consistency over the past couple years has been good. This past few weeks though? Not so much. I had some …
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I started playing guitar at age twelve. I didn’t get very far and it didn’t last long. However, it was the beginning of a lifelong musical journey. The bug bit deep that first introduction, and in high school I picked up the guitar again. This time I got further; lunchtime jams in the school lobby, …
They posted no signs to limit the use of phones. It was an inclusive arts space and an all ages show. The event listing included two acronyms I didn’t recognize and had to look up – I was happy I did. I finally made it to Cinqhole to watch some of Ottawa’s local music talent. …
So this happened on Thursday … Class of 91 played their fifth show on 5 December. We were privileged to follow, for the second time, the amazing band, Oddeline. This band is complex, yet tight and easy to listen too. We had many family, friends, fellow musicians and new faces in the audience. Playing 8 …
Time to reflect on another birthday come and gone. This week, on the heels of the American Thanksgiving and with the holiday season upon us I want only to express gratitude. That, and share some of the wonderful things I am looking forward to in 2020. First, let me express how lucky I feel. Another …
If you are reading this as intended, on Sunday morning of 29 September, than I am out on my motorcycle riding as part of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. By all accounts it is a sunny day and perfect for my dapper threads and lighter riding apparel. Between preparing for the Class of 91 show last …
Friday night saw my return to the bar scene. I’ve been lucky enough to be a part of the band – Class of 91. Our debut on the Ottawa bar scene was an incredible night. Not only were we able to share the stage with two other talents that were both very good, they were …
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Tonight I was privileged to participate in a fundraising show to raise money in the fight against kids’ cancer. It was part of the June events that Anabia Cupcakery Cafe has lined up to celebrate their second anniversary. The band I play in, Class of 91, performed their first live show and it went extremely …
