I never knew this existed! Wow, is this fun to watch. This recording is by far, my favorite cast recording I’ve done. I like what I played, how the recording sounds and I really like the songs. The whole Memphis The Musical experience was fantastic. I remember when David Bryan, the keyboardist for Bon Jovi…
Read moreShared Parenting During The Coronavirus Pandemic
I am in a unique position. I share my children equally with my ex-wife. We have a joint legal and physical custody arrangement – also known as shared parenting. We’ve been successfully co-parenting our two children since we finalized our divorce settlement in 2008. When our children were younger, we strictly adhered to this parenting plan…
Read moreIs God In Control?
I see many posts on social media claiming that we need to pray. Pray to heal the sick and pray to God because he is in control. I often reflect upon how this God is in control? In what way? If God is in control, why would this God allow the coronavirus to spread so…
Read morePositivity
Last week I was feeling great! This week, not so much. Oh how things can change. Despite the cacophony of negativity coming from our “news” and social media, I’m optimistic about the future. I have lived long enough to know things turn around and get better, especially if you retain a positive outlook. I need…
Read moreGil Scott-Heron – Black Wax
I’m watching a bunch of music documentaries now. I’m learning so much. I really never knew a lot about Gil Scott-Heron. I knew his “hits” but really didn’t know how interesting this guy was. I need to go back and listen to his older albums. I saw a movie today called “Black Wax.” It was…
Read moreA Daily Reminder Of My Mother
My good friend Kim Grantham from Howard University made this pendant for me last Christmas. I decided to put it in my drum booth at my theater. Instead of the music on my stand, this is what’s there. I look over to my left every night and see her smiling face. This photo reminds me…
Read moreIf You Don’t Like The Law, Change It
Several years ago, a friend of mine would often get frustrated with our discussions. I would complain about how crazy family court is and how archaic the domestic relations laws are. He would tell me, “If you don’t like the law, CHANGE IT! That’s exactly what we are doing. When you get married in New…
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