December 1, 2012

We enjoyed once again playing holiday music at the Museum Crafts Fair this year, and for the Gerard McDonald memorial Ceili. Amanda conducted her last student recital while she now prepares to move to the D.C./West Virginia area. She is leaving behind quite the legacy, and we will miss her and all her little students coming and going from the portion of our house that has been her studio for the last decade or so. Bon Voyage, Amanda! We will eagerly await your return in the summer for visits.

November 1, 2012

In early October I enjoyed my trip to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, that included my nephew's wedding, a hike, visits with friends and family, all in less than a week's time. How fortunate that I went when I did, while the foliage was still near peak, and before any hurricanes came through. I'm crossing my fingers that my friends and loved ones are spared any significant damage or harm. Meanwhile, back in Alaska, Crooked Road played for the Celtic Community's Samhain (Celtic New Year) celebration--a fine time. That evening, as we played, our daughter Amanda was taking first place in the Western Open Fiddle Championship in Red Bluff, Calif. We are glad she texted us to let us know. Go Amanda!!!

October 1, 2012

What crazy weather we have had! The storm took out most of a large birch tree in our yard, and already we have had SNOW. I'll be venturing back east this month to my nephew's wedding, and some hiking in the beautiful New England foliage. I continue to enjoy the Irish sessions, how held on Sunday afternoons at McGinley's Pub. I'll also have a chance to join Philip Price and Ben Saylor for a gig at the University bookstore.


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