Anne's Blog

“Take Me Home, Country Roads” What Does it Mean to You?

by | March 5, 2025 | John Denver History, John Denver Tribute | 20 Comments

John Denver died on October 12, 1997.  Almost 30 years later, one of his hit songs re-appears on 2 Billboard charts that didn’t exist during his lifetime. The song is “Take Me Home Country Roads,” written by Bill and Taffy Danoff (Fat City) and John Denver. ...
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How Jim ALMOST Met John Denver

by | January 31, 2025 | John Denver Tribute, Lessons Along The Way | 10 Comments

People STILL ask if Jim had ever met John Denver… it is one of our most frequently asked questions – so please forgive me for repeating an old story (originally posted in 2012 and again in 2021). : Jim and Anne Curry, 1978  As long as I’ve known Jim, I’ve known...
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From All of Us to All of You

by | December 20, 2024 | Jim Curry Music News | 18 Comments

From all of us: Dearest Friends, as we near the very end of our 2024 Christmas tour, we wish you all the very Merriest Christmas!  Once again, we’ve been blessed with good health and good weather throughout the tour!  We did encounter some of the white...
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Don’t Cry Over Spilled Pie…

by | November 27, 2024 | Lessons Along The Way | 16 Comments

What was your worst kitchen accident? My worst kitchen accident happened in my mid 20s – baking pecan pie for the annual family gathering. Everyone in my family was assigned to bring their specialty to Thanksgiving dinner at Mom and Dad’s house, and my specialty was...
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Falling For Fall

by | October 22, 2024 | Lessons Along The Way | 18 Comments

It is now almost the end of October!  Fall is in progress; it’s finally cooling down and the leaves are beginning to turn. By the time I write next month’s blog for November, Halloween will have come and gone, Thanksgiving will have come and gone, and a hotly...
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Kool-Aid Man Loves John Denver!

by | October 3, 2024 | Jim Curry Music News, Stories From The Road | 10 Comments

Kool-Aid Man Loves John Denver! Remember the Kool Aid Man? He would burst through the wall and yell, “Oh Yeah” in a deep voice.   Here’s a clip to remind you of the Kool Aid Man https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i1KrJ6xHu4 That was my first thought at one of...
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Burnt Toast

by | August 31, 2024 | Lessons Along The Way, Stories From The Road | 14 Comments

It was 7:30am a few weeks ago when I was jolted awake by an ear-piercing, hi pitched noise.  I covered my ears and took a moment to remember where I was (a hotel in Pennsylvania) and what had awakened me (the fire alarm) In the next moments I looked at the time...
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What is My Coffee?

by | July 27, 2024 | Stories From The Road | 17 Comments

I saved a news article I wanted to share with all of you, but, time passed…. I lost the article, and I found it again, then I realized that I had forgotten where it came from.   So, with apologies and appreciation to the (unknown) news source, here is a true story...
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Summer Shows Comin’ Right Up!

by | July 1, 2024 | Jim Curry Music News, Stories From The Road | 15 Comments

Summer concerts can be challenging for musicians.   As the hot months quickly approach, I think back on some of the awesome summer concerts we have done in the past.  This picture is from Dana Point, California in 2017.  Dana Point is right next to...
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Johnny Onion Seed….

by | June 8, 2024 | Lessons Along The Way | 9 Comments

Oh, the Lord is good to me, And so, I thank the Lord, For giving me, the things I need, The sun and the rain and the apple seed….. I learned this song in Girl Scouts.  It’s called “Johnny Appleseed,” and it meant nothing to me at the time, just a fun little...
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Why We Do What We Do

Why We Do What We Do

Nov 1, 2022 |

This October 12th marked a very special commemoration for fans of John Denver all over the world.  It’s been 25 years since the terrible accident that claimed John Denver’s life in 1997.  Throughout the month, there have been special gatherings, concerts,...

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Destination Concerts!

Destination Concerts!

Oct 1, 2022 |

We’ve all heard of destination weddings (a wedding that is held in an area that everyone travels to).  It’s usually an exotic or fun location or something that suits the personalities of the bride and groom.  Well, what about destination concerts?  I’ve been...

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What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Sep 3, 2022 |

I took the opportunity to fly home during a break in our schedule.  I was flying solo – something I’ve only done twice in my lifetime, but I’ve flown numerous times with friends, bandmates and family, no big deal, I know the ropes. When we booked my flight, Jim and I...

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