TOYS FOR TOTS CHARITY RUN

Yes, that’s a Corona at 9:00 AM, Santa doesn’t seem to mind. It’s an incredible feeling riding down the freeway with up to 1,000 bikes. People are standing on bridges as you pull into Arlington, Texas. They’re holding signs, American Flags and waving. Whole families on bridge after bridge. Helping the Marines Toys of Tots program is deeply rewarding and tons of fun.  

Wishing everyone around the world a safe Holiday and peace for all.  Xx M 

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One in three women experience sexual or physical violence in their lives.

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XO  M

It’s time to share with my WP family how stubborn I can be. I was an innocent child of six years old playing on jungle gym, all things kids do at recess.

I felt a growl in my stomach but the jungle gym was more fun. Another growl, I better tell the teacher I have to potty. She looked at me rather stern, NO! Go back and play.

I went back as instructed and tried to hang on. I had my favorite purple polyester suite with elephants on it. Not wanting to get it dirty, I wondered around watching my friends. GROWL.

Going back to teacher, again she said NO! I pleaded with her. “If I don’t go inside I will poop my pants right here.” She didn’t know I was a kid that meant business. I stood right in her face and pooped my pants.

The look in her eyes. “You pooped your pants”, I told you. Off to the Principles office, she called my mother to come get me. She came about three hours later. I had the pleasure of sitting in poop on a bench outside her office. My classmates had a good laugh, my mother did not.

I sure missed my purple pant suit. Let’s just say it was beyond repair!

Have a great weekend.

XO  M

I am so excited with the suggestions this week. Sheldon gets a surprise with Donna Summer and Gavin likes Janet Jackson. I had the privilege of watching Easy Rider again and can’t quit singing Born to be Wild. I don’t know Peter Fonda rides a chopper, I couldn’t master a chopped bicycle.  XO  M

Continue sending request, now we’re having fun.

As a child I believed music could change feelings, like pump you up or knock you down. We’ve all had rocks thrown at us while we walk forward. There is no way around, doing the time is essential for growth. I’ve  had a rough life, music loved me when no one would. On shitty days I would rush home, hide in my closet with my radio and pray no one found me.

(Sounds so depressing after reading. Sorry, no downer here!)

I’m thrilled for the request. Getting to know each other and surprising each with a song.

Coffee Grounded asked for Annie Lennox and sent the link for the version. I’m so glad she shared this version, what a song it is. Bringing tears to my eyes. She is a genius.

Casey Alexander  jumped in with one of my #1 songs. Lord knows “I’m no Angel”.  Greg Allman  https://youtube.com/watch?v=gFflgIlutmA%3Fversion%3D3%26rel%3D1%26fs%3D1%26showsearch%3D0%26showinfo%3D1%26iv_load_policy%3D1%26wmode%3Dtransparent

Carol King “You’ve got a Friend” rips at my heart, good and bad.

My friend Gavin had an awesome request, the video didn’t meet my standards. We’ll see Gavin’s next week.

Hope everyone enjoyed the tunes.

XO M

I send good heath to you, family & friends.  Have a Blessed Hanukkah. The holiday is a sacred time of reflection. Enjoy visiting family and friends.

Peace and Love to you.

 I think you’ll enjoy the music and be sure to leave suggestions.Thank each of you for the kind words. They bring bring me sunshine. My heath will slow me down but I’ll get back up.

XO  M