Wow, a giant music box ala Rube Goldberg. Insanely creative.

Glad you found this, bluenoter.

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Jazzooo wrote:Nice looking kit!

Thanks. Yeah, and it plays nicely and sounds terrific, too. It's my son Darren's kit, a Pearl Custom Session series. He's mostly a bassist, but wanted a kit for recording, and our other son, Justin, is a drummer, so ... Justin supplied the cymbals.

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Happy Birthday ... http://marcmyers.typepad.com/.a/6a00e008dca1f088340192ac0b8002970d-500wi Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis March 2, 1922 – November 3, 1986 http://www.allaboutjazz.com/media/large/e/7/6/d2b1e2b3af97336f9c72a5a2f9ced.jpg Larry Carlton March 2, 1948 http://www.bluenote.com/cdn/mceupl...

Happy Birthday ... http://www.jazzmusicarchives.com/images/artists/barrett-deems-20150712120215.jpg Barrett Deems March 1, 1914 – September 15, 1998 http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net/p/khpr/files/styles/x_large/public/201511/Glenn_Miller_Billboard.jpg Glenn Miller March 1, 1904 – December 15, 19...

Saturday ... Home again, home again, jiggity jig. Patti & I had a (mostly) smooth flight from Seattle, with the usual turbulence approaching Anchorage. We toasted with sparkling wine. I wish I could show you the incredibly beautiful view we had of Mt. McKinley (Denali) & For...

After landing in Seattle we settled into the new Alaska Airlines Board Room for our 2-hour layover. They provide complimentary soup, salad, fresh cut vegetables, bagels, muffins, pastries, juices, coffee and a full bar. Pretty comfy, too. Just what the doctor ordered. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbc...

From Saturday ... "Coco" came to give me some love and say goodbye. Sweet. Then, it was one last look at the beautiful flowers in bloom at Darren & Brenda's and on to the airport. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/11057887_10208930906216970_1244975777990071...

Happy Birthday ...






Richie Cole
February 29, 1948




Jimmy Dorsey
February 29, 1904 – June 12, 1957

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I'm feeling better and stronger each day, and looking forward to going home. In the meantime, we're in good hands and a lovely environment. Here are some snapshots from today. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpl1/v/t1.0-9/12744672_10208925531802613_63834062636549781_n.jpg?oh=59...

On Wednesday we headed to the ocean for a favorite fish & chips lunch spot in Malibu, my first outing since since being discharged. Progress! While waiting, I couldn't resist taking a shot of Sophie's classic school desk next to me. She's added her hospital Visitors Pass to the mix....

We weighed the facts, and based upon the way I'm feeling and improving, Patti booked our return to Alaska for this weekend. That still gives me time for more rest, light exercise and the benefits of this environment, which are considerable. Until then, I'll be spending more time on this lov...

Hangin' out in a favorite spot while staying cool & hydrated. My sensitive skin reveals what a week of IVs, shots, pinching & squeezing did to my arms. No pain, though. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtl1/v/t1.0-9/12742173_10208892983908936_3196350031262733487_n.jpg?oh=49c...

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David "Fathead" Newman
February 24, 1933 – January 20, 2009

Patti & I are extremely fortunate to have this time for me to heal in a family environment. The vibes are terrific, inside and out. The sun felt especially good and the temperature was perfect. Sublime. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12729253_10208881930112598_452085...

I'm sprung from the hospital! Finally. It's been quite an ordeal, but thanks to a terrific doctor, many fine nurses, and my loving family's support, I'm now back in our son's home. We'll stay in California for a while, awaiting a new portable oxygen concentrator and regaining a little strength. I sh...