I thought I would take a moment to share
those items I am involved with
that are Unique, at least in my perspective
Not because they are a monitary treasure,
But they are certainly uniquely me.
You know how sometimes a song gets stuck in your head and you just can't stop humming it. Well, that's what happened with this.
I plunked it out on the piano so you can hear the melody...It sounds much better when I'm just playing it... and put the words down so you can follow it.
I wrote it this spring and I call it "Hello, My Friend"
For those that know me, they know I usually meet someone no matter where I am.
In this case I was on my way home from Phoenix when I bumped into some soldiers headed for Afghanistan. Since that time last January 2006 they have been to Afghanistan and are now currently back home. The gentleman in the photo is the Captain that was with them.
And a little bit about the how Robyn's Table Chat began and how it operates as a paper that serves the local community, which led to the plaque on the right.
One of the thrills in my life was playing the Kimball Pipe Organ for the 2006 Season Opening Concert in Clermont, IA. And I have had the thrill of playing the Square Grand at Culzean Castle in Scotland.
I really enjoy my Chapman. Seems like a simple painting, but it is so peaceful to me and hangs over my bed.
Remember the voice of Bob Sacia?
I loved to accompany him. This is just a sampling of a recording Bob made as a Christmas present for his children. (and yes, it was me accompanying) Just click here to listen.
If you would like to listen to a Frank Modahl or Shawn Vazquez composition, a Julia Parker arrangement, and others, click here.
I have been a fan of GWTW ever since I can remember. I have the poster, the plates, the Theme from Tara,book, books on the movie, and on the left is the original program for the Premier in 1939. It hangs just above my door.
For those of you that don't recognize this. It is over 100 years old. It is the black cameo with the starburst pin. It was a gift I have had for over 20 years. I have only worn this set once but it is certainly lovely in my eyes.
The Rev. Dr. R. Steven Krueger served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Galesville for over 30 years. During that time, he and I had a working relationship that grew into a lovely friendship. He obviously preached many sermons during those years, and truthfully I have forgotten most of them. One, however,that he gave in March of 1996 spoke loudly to me and I requested a copy. I am sharing it with you, because I believe it needs to be re-visited often and also found it helpful in my personal dealing with his death. It is called "Prophesy To These Bones."
From a friend came this gift.
It honestly took my breath away.
Now for those that don't recognize the appropriateness of this once-in-a-lifetime treasure, let me explain.
My friend took apart his old piano just to get this piece of wood, pegs and all, made the hanger, and gave it to me just as casually as a dandelion so I had something to hang my chains on.
You're right!
He is an Aquarian.
In addition, I have put extra ribbon I had laying around the house to what I felt was good use.That way, all my beads and my "dangle earrings" that are not rhinestones, are easier to find without being in the way.
On the Blue ribbon is all of the old white bone pins and one of the "butterfly wing" moon pins.
It couldn't be uniquely Robyn without talking about music.
Of course, I have my piano.
But also the little things I love to do.
The Curling Song is a "wav" file so open and listen if you want to.
The Curling Song was written by me to advertise on the radio for the 2004 Jr National Championships in Centerville. It was recorded by the Backroom Bluegrass Band in Lexington, KY.
For a friend, I designed these T-Shirts.
If nothing else, it's a great way to
meet people and get the word out!
Lower cost than a
newspaper Ad.
More visible than a flyer.
Want to know how it works?
Just Email MeAnd more about the shirt.
Everyone knows I love my Knabe. It was the model F, their Championship Model, built in 1887.Now if you don't know what that means, the case is made of burled walnut. The action is what is called a
"Double Flange" action, not a construction used by many manufacturers. I believe Steinway and Knabe used these. I don't know the names of others but I am sure there were others. If you own a piano with a double flange action, I would certainly love to talk to you!
These are not easy parts to find. This is a photo of the inside of the Knabe. Note that it has a 3/4 plate.
This gives a lovely sound in the high treble notes. Did you know that the Knabe was the piano of choice at the Metropolitan opera for over 40 years.Albert Einstein, Francis Scott Key, and Brigham Young, amoung others, owned Knabes.
