tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post5128501252077416535..comments2023-11-05T09:33:58.583+00:00Comments on Nuts in May: A Touch Of RedMaggie Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06183886005936250976noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-77231094320084331412012-03-01T21:14:20.627+00:002012-03-01T21:14:20.627+00:00That sounds brilliant. I'm sure singing is goo...That sounds brilliant. I'm sure singing is good therapy. So glad Sam is happy.Suburbiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05352465945711496612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-39017356309015183862012-02-29T18:39:40.727+00:002012-02-29T18:39:40.727+00:00It sounded a great experience and so nice that you...It sounded a great experience and so nice that your family came to support you, makes a big difference. I'm glad I got to see what your "splash of red" was - beautiful. <br /><br />There definitely is something theraputic about singing and when it goes well it's almost other-worldly. I do say on my blog that singing in the Manchester Chorale keeps me sane!Working Mumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16243697047355131343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-78661849043625936162012-02-28T22:05:59.852+00:002012-02-28T22:05:59.852+00:00That singing sounds wonderful. Music can be unbeli...That singing sounds wonderful. Music can be unbelievably powerful as a type of therapy - either making it, or being part of it, or just listening to it.Gone Back Southhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01391620186388562057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-52859059037715888032012-02-28T20:19:29.316+00:002012-02-28T20:19:29.316+00:00How wonderful that you can participate in an exper...How wonderful that you can participate in an experience like this, Maggie! I used to love to sing, but I'm afraid my voice has gone seriously off-key over the years:) But I do love music, and I agree it lifts the spirits in a way that very few other experiences do. <br /><br />Love the red flower, though the hot pink in the photo would be my favorite!Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01384059342847120951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-72417767435967069072012-02-28T15:07:41.050+00:002012-02-28T15:07:41.050+00:00I very much agree with your train of thought about...I very much agree with your train of thought about music and the peace and comfort it can frequently provide to us! I've mentioned a time or two I think that I got my aunt's beautiful Hammond organ when she passed and though my keyboard skills are rather atrocious much of the time, often when I was feeling out of sorts, or having health issues, moody or whatever, I would turn the organ on and go through the hymnal I have and play/sing some of the songs I really like -whether it be for the melody or the wordings. Can't do that now though as I did try to plug the organ in a couple weeks ago -when Mandy had moved out a bit and I could reach the wall outlet but in doing that, I discovered a new way to blow a fuse and also, that the cord to the organ needs repaired! So now I'm back to being without the organ again! Rats. Keep on singing though Maggie, as it does aid in bringing positive thoughts and peace of mind, doesn't it?Jenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16425701332785470116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-48087079903818286332012-02-28T13:45:36.296+00:002012-02-28T13:45:36.296+00:00Ah...I couldn't carry a tune in a paper sack. ...Ah...I couldn't carry a tune in a paper sack. My Sis got all the musical talent in the Family! She sings in choir, so I get to attend performances pretty regularly. <br />I am in awe of anyone who can sing. jd and I are devoted fans of American Idol and The Voice, etc. on TV. Love those sweet sounds! <br />It is very true that when you are singing, your worries disappear. You get so focused on the music, nothing else matters. I'm glad that works for you, too. Wish I could attend some of your performances!<br />xoxoxo, cdClare Dunnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11422392312516321935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-83131680696564177522012-02-28T09:07:12.508+00:002012-02-28T09:07:12.508+00:00I'd never be good enough to sing in a choir bu...I'd never be good enough to sing in a choir but I sing a lot around the house..the dogs don't seem to object! It is very therapeutic xAyakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16903896106779269050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-21930813944270940672012-02-27T21:45:22.910+00:002012-02-27T21:45:22.910+00:00That is good news Maggie, I'm so pleased to he...That is good news Maggie, I'm so pleased to hear it went so well and that the singing is so therapeutic. It's one of my favourite hobbies as well.Happy Frog and Ihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02679066739313347920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-24956460023972782732012-02-27T17:11:03.613+00:002012-02-27T17:11:03.613+00:00You must be feeling stronger to be able to attend ...You must be feeling stronger to be able to attend rehearsals and to be singing again, Maggie. So glad to hear that. The black clothes with a touch of red is a wonderful idea.CiCihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466038341689494316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-55015567607107745732012-02-27T16:20:58.269+00:002012-02-27T16:20:58.269+00:00Mimi's therapies are wonderful aren't they...Mimi's therapies are wonderful aren't they, and they smell divine. Your choir sounds lovely. I used to sing in a choir when I was school age and I remember entering a nationwide competition when I was about 14. <br /><br />CJ xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-67508818971776862842012-02-27T15:53:43.727+00:002012-02-27T15:53:43.727+00:00I'm so pleased your concert went well Maggie a...I'm so pleased your concert went well Maggie and that you are obviously getting so much pleasure from singing. :)Akelamaluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11234268568845148285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-18803458484714650162012-02-27T15:43:19.548+00:002012-02-27T15:43:19.548+00:00I quite agree, there is magic to singing in a larg...I quite agree, there is magic to singing in a large choir - been there, done that, loved it! LOL :)Jinksyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01686101468214361004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-64023899339747686732012-02-27T15:11:53.303+00:002012-02-27T15:11:53.303+00:00Singing!!!!!!! What a delightful way to socialize,...Singing!!!!!!! What a delightful way to socialize, harmonize, create beautiful sound together. Glad you can participate and that your family can come together to support you and themselves under these wonderful conditions.Rosaria Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03133147851332084180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-31756013037803315772012-02-27T14:16:39.250+00:002012-02-27T14:16:39.250+00:00I only wish we could hear you raise the rafters in...I only wish we could hear you raise the rafters in song! I know that your attitude towards life is what keeps you going forward, ever forward...<br />hugs<br />SandiSandi McBridehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09033518416111957858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-29257601503392132102012-02-27T04:34:52.094+00:002012-02-27T04:34:52.094+00:00I wish I could sing well. I like to sing but only ...I wish I could sing well. I like to sing but only when nobody's around.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08051255914419363819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-36958701434492292462012-02-27T01:41:11.567+00:002012-02-27T01:41:11.567+00:00Very interesting to read how you try to overcome h...Very interesting to read how you try to overcome health problems with singing and aroma therapy. All of us have some problem or the other and we find some way to cope with it and carry on with our lives. After all life is for living and not for wallowing is self pity and depression and melancholy.<br /><br />Excellent photo and a very thought provoking post.<br /><br />Best wishes,<br />JosephJoseph Pulikotilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07074346261093541776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-19670354891332004552012-02-26T23:07:08.485+00:002012-02-26T23:07:08.485+00:00WOW! Wonder if there is such a choir near me? How ...WOW! Wonder if there is such a choir near me? How can I find out?<br />Dxx<br />PS Awesome feeling Maggie xxxxmrsnesbitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16882736507772457598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-74931522710051920372012-02-26T21:38:51.162+00:002012-02-26T21:38:51.162+00:00yay good for you...and glad you had that extra lit...yay good for you...and glad you had that extra little calm...so did someone tape this so we can all hear it? smiles.Brian Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722940075884718007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-57210801385668639402012-02-26T19:08:00.588+00:002012-02-26T19:08:00.588+00:00It is good to read that you have something that yo...It is good to read that you have something that you enjoy and that takes your mind off things. I hope that it continues to do so.cheshire wifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13944869219641386387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-61730974229557033932012-02-26T18:45:02.380+00:002012-02-26T18:45:02.380+00:00Oh, I wish I could sing! The classes/concert expe...Oh, I wish I could sing! The classes/concert experience sound wonderful, and I'm glad you're getting to experience it. We have a new community choir, performing for the first time at one of the local churches in about an hour. I'll go, but must sit in the audience so as not to offend everyone's ears :-)dianefaithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07229979968118248563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-48162290883713577662012-02-26T17:45:57.868+00:002012-02-26T17:45:57.868+00:00I used to sing in a mass choir and the group I bel...I used to sing in a mass choir and the group I belonged with was much smaller than the other three, but when we all got together for the final rehearsals and then the performance, the flooding warmth of the sound went right through you. it could not help but be healing. Those sing-a-long Messiahs we have at Christmas are always more uplifting than one might imagine.<br /><br />(btw way, I found some rabbits, just for you!)VioletSkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10222821877918680480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-57045690516711909322012-02-26T17:25:18.052+00:002012-02-26T17:25:18.052+00:00What a great thing to be doing Maggie. I think si...What a great thing to be doing Maggie. I think singing is one of the best things a person can do, even my off-key warbling makes me feel better. And all those new friends, wonderful.Celiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485118642482033233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-17674660651325717882012-02-26T17:15:21.281+00:002012-02-26T17:15:21.281+00:00Maggie!!! I didn't know you'd be singing i...Maggie!!! I didn't know you'd be singing in Colston Hall... tell me in advance next time pleeeeeaaasee??? I would have loved to come along... tsk!!<br /><br />I am so glad it all went well and I bet you looked utterly fab inm balc with a splash of red :-)<br /><br />Rae xxxFeltByRaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09259936213524678492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-24171076561483641902012-02-26T16:58:07.171+00:002012-02-26T16:58:07.171+00:00Singing and a touch of red, those two are a great ...Singing and a touch of red, those two are a great combination for carrying on with life. Singing must be a great outlet of stress, plus it must give you a wonderful focus away from the care that seem to always surround you. I wish I could carry a tune so I could join a choir.<br /><br />The touch of red only adds to the beauty of the experience. I love the red flower.Sally Wesselyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06470453773515491625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-59676111506429934322012-02-26T15:59:00.054+00:002012-02-26T15:59:00.054+00:00I wish I could sing because it must be a very joyf...I wish I could sing because it must be a very joyful thing to the soul and yes, very healing as well. It must be wonderful to sing in a group and to make a great noise. You are very lucky that you can do so. <br /><br />By the way, I don't like your word verification now that we have to do two very hard to read words.Irenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05043376053971475659noreply@blogger.com