Speechless... although ignorance comes to mind.

I don't move along as fast as many do. We were the last family on the planet to get a VCR. Or to go online. If it wasn't for Mike's help, I would still be hitting the wall with my fist, trying to figure out why the icons move around on the computer. I bought a car once for the sound alone. Never noticed the huge hole in the muffler. Good sound in my car is important to me, but I still use CD's.

Some things about the good old days were better. Morals, values, I think. But electronics now are amazing ! I don't know how we ever survived the good old days without emails and all the resources the computer has brought into our homes.

And yes - Van Halen should always be played LOUD !

Loved the final line, Mark. It speaks of hope.

Love Siberian Orchestra too ! And your advice and wishes are so beautiful. God bless you and yours.

Thank goodness for retro TV ! The old shows were the best.

What a great story ! I'm glad you got your ring back. It just proves there are so many good people out there :)

Fascinating memories. I think I would like to forget the cicadas.

What wonderful memories. Thank you for allowing us to glimpse your world.

Heartbreaking....heartwarming....

Congrats ! I am sure you will have another brainstorm and write something wonderful. It is in your blood - that urge, that push to put your ideas into print. Mike tells me that artists are always more critical of their work than anyone else. Be kind to yourself. You are an artist.