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Video: Taking a drive from Indiana to Florida (in 1931)

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These days taking a road trip of several hundred miles is no big deal. Simply hit the nearest Interstate highway and you’re on your way.

But back in the early days of automobile travel things weren’t so simple. There were no Interstates connecting distant cities and towns and there were no exits lined with gas stations and fast food restaurants every few miles.

Back in the day, embarking on a long road trip wasn’t for the faint of heart. Today we take motor travel for granted but the folks who decided to hit the road way back when sure didn’t.  [Read more…]

“Choices”

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“I’ve had choices, since the day that I was born.”  –George Jones (via the song “Choices”)

That line from that song has always resonated with me, because it’s so true.

Our Creator gave each and every one of us the ability to think for ourselves and make our own choices as we live out our lives here on planet Earth. Of course He also gave us the ultimate guidebook to consult as we evaluate the range of choices before us, but we are still completely free to ultimately make our own choices as we see fit.  [Read more…]

Charlene Darling sings ‘There Is A Time’ on the Andy Griffith Show

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If you were around during the 1960s you surely know “The Andy Griffith Show” was one of the most popular series on television during most of that decade.

This timeless production showcased life in small-town America in a humorous, yet respectful way, and the TV audience responded by keeping it in the “Top Ten” during its entire eight season run.

But there was more to this show than just the good-natured humor. There was also plenty of music.  [Read more…]

Want to succeed in life? Pay attention to life’s best teacher.

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“Experience has been a stern but excellent teacher.”  —Og Mandino

A formal education is a wonderful tool for helping one prepare for a successful life, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle that must be put together in order to achieve success.

And truth be told, it isn’t even the most important piece.  [Read more…]

Video: Beautiful piano cover of “My Heart Will Go On” from “Titanic”

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It’s no secret that I love music. I always have.

While acoustic guitar is my personal favorite, I actually enjoy all kinds of acoustic music, including piano covers of iconic tunes.

Well, in my humble opinion no song is more iconic that “My Heart Will Go On” from the movie “Titanic”. My guess is no one who has ever watched that movie can hear this song and not have images from the movie instantly pop into their head.  [Read more…]