Singing the Blues

What is it about blues music that can ignite emotion in someone? I mean every time i hear Mr. B.B King play that guitar, i can actually feel the music. It's as if those six guitar strings being played is compilation of emotions that cannot be expressed with words alone. With every riff that is played another layer of real emotion comes out with it, with every strum of the pick there is another harmonious storyline of Love, Despair, Passion, Grief, Excitement and Sorrow that is felt deep in ones soul.
Most of these song these stories are personal experiences that are being expressed through music, and only a great artist can make you feel as though you yourself had gone through it.
Thanks B.B.

We're Here!!

To think I thought Reims, France was a small town; Crailsheim, Germany is about half that size, but however small this town is in comparison, it sure makes up for in hospitality. It’s amazing, when you smile at someone; you actually get a smile back! Shocking!!!

After our trek up our 7 flights of stairs we finally make it to our new home. Our humble one bedroom apartment, tiny kitchen, and even smaller bathroom, but it already is feeling a little like home. As we began to unpack our entire life for the next few months from our suitcases, the realization of another season in Europe is setting in.

The first few days of adjusting are always pretty difficult. It’s one thing just trying to adjust to the time change and catching up on lost sleep, but it usually takes a few weeks to get everything in order.

Upon our arrival, we entered our very clean apartment; unfortunately, it currently is lacking most of the necessities needed for everyday living. We currently have no, towels, no washer, a broken water pipe in our kitchen which leaks water underneath the sink; and as far as a nice warm shower we haven’t had one yet due to a broken water heater. So we had to make due with sponge bathes with boiled water from the stove. And used dish towels to dry off. But to be honest, despite all the minor hiccups, I must say, I am starting to love our little home.

With our clothes finally placed neatly in drawers and shelves. We officially are unpacked. Now we just have to wait for TV and Internet. It’s amazing how attached one is to the Internet and technology. I’ve been Internet free for just one day and I’m already itching and frantic for a usable IP address. It’s crazy how everything is so centered on the World Wide Web. How am I going to check my email, or upload new photos and videos? How will I know what the most recent top ten songs on itunes are?

How will I know what happens in the next episode of Entourage?

Minus the little bumps in the road the first few days, things are looking pretty good. Germans, over all are amazingly hospitable. They are mostly all smiles, and warm natured, a big change from last year. Most of them know English, and are willing to speak to you and help you out in any way. It’s a pretty positive start for this season. My motto for this year, is Keep the Positive and get rid of the Negativity!

Once I get an Internet connection I will be posting videos and photos up….

Until next time!