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tommyad #279643 01/12/15 10:23 AM
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Tommy... as I read through your replies to each person's review, I can't help but notice that even your casual snippets of thought are all suitable for framing as sound bytes in a song! You speak in nuggets of wisdom!

we can't be friends anymore. I'm too jealous of your talent(s)

wink

(kidding of course.. but not about the talent)

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Tommy, nicely done, and very powerful. I lost my Dad last year at age 96, and watching his slow demise was painful and made me really look at the time we have and the love we share. I remember the day before he passed I was trying to get him to a chair so that my mom and I could freshen up his bed and allow him to sit for a while. Sadly his legs were gone, and he could not walk anymore. half way their he could go no further, and as he was a big guy I could not carry him by myself, and he slowly slumped to the floor. I tried and tried to get him up, but to no avail. He looked up and me and simply said "well i'm in a mell of a hess"

That is what I miss the most his spirit, and outlook on life. At his darkest moment he still saw the humor in it all.

Sadly when our parents leave, much wisdom goes with them, I wish I was half the man he was.

I am writing a song about his last days, and hour, but I wonder if I will ever have the courage to sing it.

Thanks for sharing this with us.


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this song was just featured on PGMusic's facebook page!

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Having worked with the elderly for the past 17 years I can relate. great song!

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Originally Posted By: ROG
Beautifully done, Tommy.

Too sad for words.

ROG.


Thanks ROG, Tom
Originally Posted By: dcuny
It's all been said, a lot more eloquently than I could.

Excellent guitar solo.


David, Thanks for the kind words about the guitar solo. Tom

Originally Posted By: Greg Johnson
WOW!!! What a beautiful song. Amazing write and equally great delivery. The vocal and guitar are emotionally incredible. This is what songwriting is all about!! I'll be back for more listens tomorrow. Wonderful! Take care. Greg


Greg, Thanks for continuing to support my music. As you well know, the songwriting is the important part. Tom

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Originally Posted By: FredM
Tommy,
What a nice song. In a sensitive way you tell about a hard reality. I smiled as I listened, seeing the story of my elders in your song. That, for a songwriter is my greatest compliment.
This is wonderful.
G
F


Fred, Thank you for the wonderful compliment. Tom
Originally Posted By: c_fogle
A very powerful write and testament to your overall extraordinary musical skills. Compelling images in your lyrics with the right feel and vibe from the backing instrumentation. Although I did not have a deep emotional connection to the story because my parents both died young, 46 and 57, I was able to connect from what I saw other families faced with aging parents. This is a good song.

Charlie


Charlie, I wasn't quite sure I was going to post this song. It is quite personal and a bit sad. However I was talked into it by the insightful Bud Merritt who mentioned in his earlier comments that he hoped people in the same situation could relate and feel less alone. It also is relevant to most of us here cause we ain't getting any younger. Thank you for your generous comments. Tom
Originally Posted By: Guitarhacker
Just amazing.

Excellent in so many ways.... from the insightful lyrical word-smithing... to the instrumentation to the superbly recorded guitar to the clear and emotion filled vocal delivery.

It's sad when we have to see our parents in a situation such as this. I lost my mom just about a year ago now. She was well into her mid 90's. She never lost her sharp wit until just a few days before she passed. We all were so fortunate in that respect. I remember a month before she passed, we were setting there discussing something that happened back when my sister and I were kids. Mom chimed in... "Oh No, no, no.... that's not how it happened.... " then she proceeded to set the record straight, and she was absolutely right.

This song is such a poignant, and well written look at the issues facing all of us as we age.... and complete our life's journey. And it's done with finesse and grace.

One of your best.


Herb, I wanted to tell you that you indirectly helped with this. I originally recorded it in Studio One. I have been thinking of switching my DAW. Because I don't know what I am doing it was recorded way too hot - also the ending was a mess. I had Bud preview it and he told me to do whatever I could to make it work. I couldn't salvage the track but I was afraid I wouldn't be able to recapture the vocal and the lead. Then I remembered what you said somewhere along the line " If I played it once I can play it again" - That solved that problem and I started from scratch in Logic. Thank you for your wonderful comments. My Dad was very sharp till the end but my Mom suffered with Alzheimer's. We are both very lucky to have them for so long. Best, Tom

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Originally Posted By: rsdean
Tom,

So heartfelt and relatable... Beautiful.

Bob


Bob, Thanks much. Tom
Originally Posted By: Joe Ramsay
Great to hear some lyrics that probe the depth of our human experience. You don't hear songs like this at the Junos anymore. eek Wonderfully done!


Joe, Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. Tom
Originally Posted By: boehm
Hi Tom,
Originally Posted By: floyd jane

Pat stated it nicely. Bud, too... I could not do better than that. All the usual accolades apply, and yet, don't seem to really matter...


I'm touched. What a beautiful song.

Guenter


Guenter, I am glad that it touched you. I appreciate you taking the time to let me know. Tom
Originally Posted By: dani48
Hi, Tommy !:))

Yes, it´s all been said
and I can only join in on
the superlatives ! This is
really a very touching song
so sincere so real ! The
time and situation you are
describing is slowly closing
in on us too I believe, but....
as you say we are not afraid....

Regards
Dani



Dani, You are correct. This song is as much about us as anything. Thanks for your nice comments. Tom

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Originally Posted By: Pat Marr
Tommy... as I read through your replies to each person's review, I can't help but notice that even your casual snippets of thought are all suitable for framing as sound bytes in a song! You speak in nuggets of wisdom!

we can't be friends anymore. I'm too jealous of your talent(s)

wink

(kidding of course.. but not about the talent)


Hey Marr, I got your nuggets right here! About that friend thing. It doesn't work like that. You are now stuck with me. Best, Tom

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Thank you for the reminder, I really hadn't addressed it for years, must be a time of reflection.

Ecclesiastes 3:2.

Bitter sweet.


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You have captured that scenario well. Job well done all around.

Great opening acoustic guitar both the recording and the riff itself!

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Hi Tommy,

Beautiful yet melancholy song with perfectly judged lyrics.
Makes me wonder what lies ahead for my 88 year old Mum.

Nicely played acoustic guitar solo too.

Thanks for sharing.
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Absolutely beautiful..


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Hi Tommy.
That is an amazing and heartfelt song. Very touching. I listened a day or so ago but I am busy travelling and haven't had much chance to sign onto my computer. It really was a breath of fresh air to listen to. Thank you! You are an inspiration.


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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Tom,

Pat stated it nicely. Bud, too... I could not do better than that. All the usual accolades apply, and yet, don't seem to really matter...

This is very special. And you are a very special person.

floyd


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Originally Posted By: Robh
Tommy, nicely done, and very powerful. I lost my Dad last year at age 96, and watching his slow demise was painful and made me really look at the time we have and the love we share. I remember the day before he passed I was trying to get him to a chair so that my mom and I could freshen up his bed and allow him to sit for a while. Sadly his legs were gone, and he could not walk anymore. half way their he could go no further, and as he was a big guy I could not carry him by myself, and he slowly slumped to the floor. I tried and tried to get him up, but to no avail. He looked up and me and simply said "well i'm in a mell of a hess"

That is what I miss the most his spirit, and outlook on life. At his darkest moment he still saw the humor in it all.

Sadly when our parents leave, much wisdom goes with them, I wish I was half the man he was.

I am writing a song about his last days, and hour, but I wonder if I will ever have the courage to sing it.

Thanks for sharing this with us.


Rob, Much the same thing happened to me. My Dad and I both on the floor laughing. Thanks for the comments. You should finish that song. I'll be watching for it. Tom

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Originally Posted By: gruverider
Having worked with the elderly for the past 17 years I can relate. great song!


Thanks Lawrence, it's great how we learn a little about each other on this forum, Tom
Originally Posted By: Digital Angel
Thank you for the reminder, I really hadn't addressed it for years, must be a time of reflection.

Ecclesiastes 3:2.

Bitter sweet.


DA...


DA, Very true. A time for everything. Thanks, Tom

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Originally Posted By: receder
Hi Tommy,

Beautiful yet melancholy song with perfectly judged lyrics.
Makes me wonder what lies ahead for my 88 year old Mum.

Nicely played acoustic guitar solo too.

Thanks for sharing.
Rec

Thanks for listening Rec. I appreciate it. Tom
Originally Posted By: Scottt709
Absolutely beautiful..
Thanks Scott. Tom

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Tommy,

Sensitive and profound tune.

Dean

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Great story telling.
Excellent country vocals.

Good work.
Rob

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Originally Posted By: JosieC
Hi Tommy.
That is an amazing and heartfelt song. Very touching. I listened a day or so ago but I am busy travelling and haven't had much chance to sign onto my computer. It really was a breath of fresh air to listen to. Thank you! You are an inspiration.


Thank You so much for your more that generous comments! Safe travel Joanne, Tom
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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Tom,

Pat stated it nicely. Bud, too... I could not do better than that. All the usual accolades apply, and yet, don't seem to really matter...

This is very special. And you are a very special person.

floyd


A SUPER BIG +1


Mario, I always like hearing from you. Thanks, Tom

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