Adventure 950: The Beat Goes On/63

In a spirit of spousal support, I joined Judy for the Gospel workshop at Southside, which was an all day event held last Saturday directed by Bishop Todd O'Neal who along with his wife, Linda, molded our group into a choir. We then performed a concert Saturday night and we also sang during the service on Sunday. While not much of a singer, and mostly as out of place as a beard on a frog, I still enjoyed the process. I especially enjoyed Bishop O'Neal's teaching style, his encouraging ways, and his obvious musical talent. We sang eight or nine songs that he had written, and I tried my best to hold up my end as one of the tenors. At the very least it was inspirational. In other news, the inn is back open. Judy's sister, Karen, arrived last night. She'll be here for a week or so, which means fun times, good food, puzzles, cards, and all around frolicking. She's the latest guest on W. Hopbush. My brother comes next week, followed by Elizabeth, and then before you know it, we'll pack up for the trip home. Needless to say, life remains good for us, especially today.

Karen has visited every year we've rented Amy's house. We always look forward to her stay.

This year my cousin, Joan, is spending some time in Tucson. We meandered up Pima Canyon yesterday.

Bishop O"Neal and his wife, Linda, taking us through our paces. Just marvelous.

Here, Bishop Todd is working with Ellen on her solo.

The ladies working the puzzle.

A few days back we came across a nature photographer. He sent a few shots.

Just humming.

Judy and Angela made a day trip to Bisbee a few days back. The report was favorable.

Pima Canyon. Quite stunning actually. I've not yet made it the seven miles to the top, but Joan and I went further than Judy and I ever have, so it was good.