November 2012 – Duane S. Montague

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Hallelujah

This is one of the greatest songs of the last 40 years. It was written in 1984 by singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen, and his rendition is sad, dirge-like, and very melancholy, even with the words, “Hallelujah” repeatedly sung throughout. Cohen’s gravelly voice and the slow tempo give the song a dark cynicism. But there is beautyContinue reading “Hallelujah”

Thanksgiving: Day 4

I cannot imagine my life without music. God has been gracious to fill my life and world with music since I was a child. My grandfather was a gifted pianist, trumpeteer, and singer. My mother was a great choir director and accompanist, and I learned to appreciate many types of music sitting in front ofContinue reading “Thanksgiving: Day 4”

Thanksgiving: Day 3

Faithfulness. I’m grateful for faithfulness. According to Webster, faithfulness is true to one’s word, promises, vows, etc. steady in allegiance or affection; loyal; constant: faithful friends. reliable, trusted, or believed. I am grateful for the faithfulness of my wife. Through thick and thin over 14 years of marriage, she has proved to be all ofContinue reading “Thanksgiving: Day 3”

Thanksgiving: Day 2

It’s a good thing to do, to stop and think of what you’re thankful for. Today as I ponder what I am thankful for, I take a drink out of the tumbler of water right in front of me. And I realize that’s it. That’s what I’m grateful for today. It may seem like aContinue reading “Thanksgiving: Day 2”

Thanksgiving: Day 1

The holidays are upon us. With the end of Halloween, we are in full “season’s greetings” mode. This is my favorite time of the year, and it’s easy to rush through it all. I am going to endeavor to write one thing I am grateful for every day until Thanksgiving. There is so much toContinue reading “Thanksgiving: Day 1”