I couldn't remember a Beatles song that was appropriate or included the words Thank You. Of course when I consulted my books I was shamed into remembering "Thank You Girl." A very early Beatles hit, B side of a 1963 "From Me To You" single. John and Paul wrote the tune to thank their many female fans (have you seen early Beatles video and heard the screaming?) The attached video/audio is a great opportunity to hear the early lads in the studio with take 1 of the recording. You can hear the authentic recording style before computers, and studio trickery. The first line sums up why I chose this song today. My angle? I have been the recipient of two unbelievable gifts this past week +. Dave hosted a dinner last night for Taco Tuesday as well. I know a few of the contributors, but most are anonymous and very generous. As we fly out of SeaTac tomorrow, we will not have any worries about finances for the travel, lodging, out of pocket medical expenses, etc. Yvonne and I are very fortunate to have the support of so many, we can't come close to thanking you properly. Please know that as I fight hard and return with a better prognosis, we will visit with as many of you as possible and thank you in person. We are visiting our son Andrew on the way to Houston in tropical Steamboat Springs CO, (26 degrees yesterday) then arrive in Houston on the 15th. I am very confident, since attitude is a big part of the battle- I will be on top of my game. God Bless everyone, keep the faith, and Live Happy!
16 comments:
Wow you are very fortunate to have such good friends!
Have a great trip
Love, Cathy
All my best to a very successful trip!! Keep the faith and stay strong and happy!! We are behind you every step of the way! :-)
Cute song!! 1963, it's a very good year!! :-P
You travel on the wings of prayers, Lord Bless and keep you both.
Hank
Thanks Alice, Cathy, and Hank. I am truly blessed, lucky and ready for a change. I will be checking in as much as I can with my laptop, stay healthy yourselves or in some cases start climbing some stairs!
Greg, praying for a great trip. We think all of us have gotten so much closer the past couple of years. A fantastic change for everybody. Enjoy your trip,say hi to Andrew for us,and the best of everything in Houston. Love Dad and Alice
Greg: What a wonderful support system you have on the West Coast. Love your blog theme, but as I am sure you know by now, people who help and care bring it from their hearts and do not expect thanks. I am happy that those are the type that surround you and Yvonne. Have a great trip and I wish you all the very best.
Mary-Beth of the ECC
Glad to hear you have supportive folks close by since family is not. Lots of prayers for a trip full of more support, adventure, high hopes and good news. We'll be waiting to hear.
Thinking of you both.
Love,
Mary D.
I have many friends in Texas that are ready to welcome you either open arms. come back stronger and ready to take on the world.
Greg, I am less than two hours away if you need anything while in Houston. Good luck my friend.
Tony Burgess
Greg, I am less than two hours away if you need anything while in Houston. Good luck my friend.
Tony Burgess
Greg & Yvonne,
Beautiful song - surrounded by love - life is good! We will be thinking about you with hearts full of hope.
"May the road rise with you"
Kevin, Edie & Family
Greg, been reading this blog this morning and it is quite the Yellow Brick Road you have been traveling. Makes the YBR at Quantico seem like a walk. Good luck with the trial, you have so many song titles left. God bless.
Steve Tallard
Greg< hope you had a good day.Our rain stopped and it warmed up a bit. Praying for some success in Texas. Love Dad and Alice
Hey there Steve and Tony; thanks for checking out the blog and adding some humor and kindness. My sabbatical in Steamboat Springs is coming to an end we will be Houston bound Tuesday. It's tough to look out at a nice ski area, gondola, and new snow and not be able to ski. I make up for it by supporting the local merchants. I am getting stronger (at 7000') so Houston should be a piece of cake. Thank you Edie and the ECC, both east and west are squeezing me to the middle!
Good morning Greg & Yvonne,
Glad you're enjoying the "cool" Colorado weather. Keeping many, many good thoughts for Houston!
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