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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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Earth Day Every Day….

by | April 22, 2024 | John Denver History | 0 Comments

I don’t believe there is or has been any group that cares about the earth MORE than John Denver Fans!!  Now, I don’t want to start any arguments (lol) but in my opinion, the number of people inspired to be aware of the environment by John Denver is much larger...
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Unintentional Benefits…..

by | March 30, 2024 | Jim Curry Music News | 2 Comments

During our recent visit to the Manatee Park in Ft. Meyers, Florida, I was reminded that sometimes humans help animals without planning to.  I’m not talking about rescues or programs, just plain old human activities that benefit animals without even trying. ...
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How John Deutschendorf Became John Denver

by | February 28, 2024 | John Denver History | 9 Comments

Randy Sparks passed away this past February 11, 2024, at the age of 90. Randy was a colorful and influential person in the Folk Music Industry.  He was also very personable and approachable, and he LOVED to tell stories.  One of the stories he told us (and...
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Anne Gets a New Job…..

by | January 26, 2024 | Jim Curry Music News | 20 Comments

Don’t panic!  I am still singing harmony and playing backup in Jim Curry’s John Denver Tribute Show! What I meant to say is that I have taken on a new responsibility in our shows, Here’s why: Many of you already know that our wonderful flautist and business...
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Good Bye Coffee Gallery Backstage

Good Bye Coffee Gallery Backstage

May 4, 2023 |

Jim and Anne at the Coffee Gallery Backstage - Photo by Valerie Nestrick We are all sad to witness another “end of an era” after hearing the announcement that the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena, California will be permanently closed.   Backstage owner,...

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March Showers Bring April….WEEDS!

March Showers Bring April….WEEDS!

Apr 2, 2023 |

We are all familiar with the “April Showers Bring May Flowers” saying.  But what do you get with March showers in Southern California?  The answer to that is WEEDS….lots of them!   We have a big back yard and we mostly grow food in the garden so we...

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Just For Fun….

Just For Fun….

Mar 1, 2023 |

You may recall a photo I posted in December.  An incredibly talented wood carver, Jim Miller, came to one of our concerts and surprised us with a carving of Jim and his guitar. We love this little guy! He sits on a shelf in our living room and makes us smile. Jim...

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