Mts. Pres.

January 2, 2000

I tell my speech students: nothing important to say, don’t say it.

Instead.. one of God’s greatest gifts to us.. Music. I can’t imagine God without music. It inspires us, it brings us closer, and it brings back a flood of memories.

Mansion.. First gospel song I ever learned.. Fishhook Sunday School Convention. Had no idea what harmony was.

Just a Closer Walk… Mom’s favorite. Wake up Sunday mornings to this. Also: New Orleans funerals. Thought it was: Just a Closer Walk in C

What a Friend.. Grandma’s 2 favorite.. South Prairie Church.. Where would Jesus go to Church? Holy Ghost church experience.. G’pa. How Great Thou Art

Mississippi River Boat…a summer cruising up and down the Mississippi banjo player…Near the Cross.

Most requested song… deaf boy Amazing Grace.

Jesus Loves Me.. William B. Bradbury

After Mom’s funeral… Peace Like a River.

Raised a Presbyterian and never heard this song until about 10 years ago.. The most-requested song in our Arenzville church…but I used to be afraid to play it.. Mrs. Beard. Victory in Jesus…