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Monday, 11 December 2017

Self Disipline

I am strong because I’ve been weak.
I’m fearless because I've been afraid. I'm wise because I’ve been Foolish.Without the Children, Family, one and all, tomorrow wouldn't be worth the wait. Yesterday not worth remembering. They are the beat of my heart. They are the circulation, the pulse in my veins. Though Nature, the Creator, gave me life, they, My Children always; are that which gives me energy.
YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE WHO KNOWS; WILL EVER KNOW; WHEN YOU ARE SIMPLY USING ANOTHER CRUTCH TO PROTECT YOUR INSECURITY; IN AN ATTEMPT TO KEEP YOUR EGO TOGETHER; WHEN YOU’RE ABOUT TO COME UNRAVELED, LET THINGS ALL FALL OUT; OR LETTING THE WORLD COME, AS IT IS AND MAY-WORKING WITH NATURE FATHER THAN STRUGGLING AGAINST-IN AN IMPOSSIBLE ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT. YOU’RE THE ONLY ONE WHO ***KNOWS***.

FRUITS OF SELF CONTROL
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·         Taking time to Meditate/Think.Mastering of moods.
·         Restraint of Re-Actions.
·         Never having to feel any need to Apologise.
·         Remembering-past is PAST an appology changes nothing- therefore is of NO VALUE -EVER.
You are always responsible for how you act, no matter how you may feel at any time in any place. REMEMBER THAT

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Sunday, 10 December 2017

What Real Friendship, True Love Means




True Love can not expire.
The other kind, I do decline;
never shall be,
what I require.
Real Friendship does not conspire.
Real Friendship, is not Trendship;
Like real love; true friendship
can not expire.
The other kind; no thanks;
Pray never shall be, so inclined.

Al (Alex-Alexander) D Girvan.

Tuesday, 5 December 2017

FATHER’S DAY, Including Single Fathers



Don’t take away from the Fathers that must do in on their own. We don’t use the day to call out all the to call out all the “Dead Beat Mamas. 
 No, we let the Real Mothers have what was meant to be their day With Respect. Please do the same for us. Remember narcists don’t co-parent; they counter parent.  They interfere. They don’t care about the collateral or the emotional damage done to a child, just so long as it hurts US. I didn’t set out to be a single father or parent; most of us do not. I set out to be the best parent I knew how to be. Most of us do…and that hasn’t changed. So, if you left any of us without a reason; do not come back with your excuses. A real father; a real man takes care of the fruit of his loins; his children, no matter what the relationship may be or have been with the mother of HIS child, HE GAVE LIFE. Some days, he has no idea how to do it. But, each and every single day, one day at a time, it always gets done.--Al (Alex-Alexander) D. Girvan

Monday, 4 December 2017

I'll Love you Forever, the Child I Made

 
I AM DAD
FATHER, PROVIDER, PROTECTOR, TEACHER, CHEF.
HOUSEKEEPER, CHINESE LAUNDRY, COACH CHAUFFEUR, NURSE;
STORYTELLER, MONSTER KILLER, PLANNER ORGANISER,
DECORATOR, CRAFTER, MULTI-TASKING KING, SUPERMAN, AND FRIEND,
AND YES, THOUGH YOUR MOTHER CARRIED YOU;
‘TWAS I WHO GAVE YOU LIFE.
Most, anyone can have a child;
 “a parent”, call themselves.
The real parent is the one put that child
 above their own selfish needs or wants.
When a father makes the decision to create a child,
he’s also making the decision to take responsibility for that child.
A father never abandons his obligation as a parent,
because he’s tired, has “other plans”.
The father’s love begins, long before the child is born,
and lasts until the end of time,
through difficulties and differences;
many scars and wounds.
Days of sorrow, winding, wearing, weeping sharing,
ever changing.
Until at the end what remains; is that solid core;

that began as His Love before the child was born ©. Al (Alex, Alexander) D Girvan.

Monday, 18 September 2017

The Proper Attire for Worshipping.




One Sunday morning, an old cowboy entered a church just before services were to begin. Although the old man and his clothes were spotlessly clean, he wore jeans, a denim shirt and boots that were very worn and ragged.
In his hand, he carried a worn-out old hat and an equally worn-out Bible. The church he entered was in a very upscale and exclusive part of the city. It was the largest and most beautiful church the old cowboy had ever seen. The people of the congregation were all dressed in expensive clothes and accessories.
As the cowboy took a seat, the others moved away from him. No one greeted, spoke to or welcomed him. They were all appalled at his appearance and did not attempt to hide it.
As the old cowboy was leaving the church, the preacher approached him and asked the cowboy to do him a favour: “Before you come back in here again, have a talk with God and ask him what he thinks would be appropriate attire for worship.”
The old cowboy assured the preacher he would.
But the next Sunday, he showed back up for the services wearing the same ragged jeans, shirt, boots and hat.
Once again he was completely shunned and ignored. The preacher approached the man and said, “I thought I asked you to speak to God before you came back to our church.”
“I did,” replied the old cowboy.
“If you spoke to God, what did he tell you proper attire should be for worshipping in here?” asked the preacher.
“Well, sir, God told me that He didn’t have a clue what I should wear. He said He’d never been in here before.”

Sunday, 23 April 2017

Due to Daily Practice I am now able to Play; Well Enough That I, at Least, can Identify the Melody, from the sound of some old bovine attempting to pull its leg out of a mud hole.


Well it’s been a while; with daily practice I am now able to play; slowly; nowhere near the 90 BPM I eventually hope for; but well enough that I, at least, can identify the melody from the sound of some old bovine attempting to pull its leg out of a mud hole. I still find the 4th and 5th measures very difficult and it is not just because of diminished lung capacity; I’m just not any super talent musician. Main things; learning is a challenge, demands commitment, self-discipline, I enjoy the accomplishment of learning…it give me at least, a sense of LIVING-being. Of course, W. C. Hady wrote St Louis Blues for cornet; this is my harmonica version.

Wednesday, 15 March 2017

Harmonicas; Dreams Aspirations.


About harmonicas and my Playing Ability.

 I am not a professional entertainer or musician.  Although it is true almost all modern music is a derivative/variation of blues/jazz; I am not a “blues” musician. I am not a “country” musician.  I am not a “folk/classical musician. I am not a “rock” musician. Should I ever discover that I am labelled as any of these, I will quit playing, forever.  Hell, I am not even; never will be even a reasonably “Good” musician. I simply enjoy playing and it is “good” very much needed exercise for my lungs.  
Pictured are my harmonicas and a brief explanation of how and why they are  played.
1.) Hohner Marine Band Harmonica (original).
The Marine Band is the base model of the line. This  model is “nailed" together, a real pain in the butt when it comes to making any adjustment or when cleaning. Technically named the Marine Band 1896/20 for the year it was introduced and the twenty reeds it possesses, it has been the basis of a number of Hohner’s harmonicas over the years. It also has some tuning variations like the 1896N (natural minor key) and the 1896H (harmonic minor key.
The Marine Band has been Hohner's most popular model of harmonica for generations. Of course “originally” made in Germany on a wood comb (mellow, earthy sound), many blues and most folk/Irish/Scottish artists play a Marine Band.
2.) There are various subdivisions of the Marine Band. The “Deluxe” Version has a sealed comb and the edges of the holes are rounded somewhat (lot easier on lips and tongue, just be careful not to blow too hard-volume-not a hurricane, the player must inhale or exhale through the harmonica, not suck, or blow it-this model especially, is not forgiving.) Several noted, paid, promoter/users users are Bob Dylan, John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, Little Walter and Neil Young.
3.) A Hohner Special 20.
 Awesome response, superior bendability and the sweetest tone ever. This harp is NOW, the FIRST CHOICE for those learning to play. Its special airtight design makes it the most recommended go-to harp for harmonica players of any style, including blues, country, folk or rock. The plastic comb doesn’t absorb moisture making it longer lasting.
 Then there are the real Professional Grade Harmonicas
4.) C.A. SEYDEL SÖHNE 1847 NOBLE.
The 1847 NOBLE the consequently enhanced development of the successful 1847 Blues models with stainless steel reeds (stainless steel reeds give great sound, love that; however, the forward curving comb front is an entirely different matter(hard on the lips and tongue and makes the holes seem smaller but harder to get an effective seal on.
New cover plates; matted stainless steel covers with side-vents (openings on both sides)optimised sound projection and distribution of airflow if playing fully cupped
Cone-shaped lower cover plate for low keys (LF to LC) - minimised reed rattling in holes 1 and 2 draw, even if played hard
New comb accurately milled from aluminium, anodised in black and with the SEYDEL logo laser-engraved on the back
Superb air-tightness and improved handling due to the greater weight of the instrument
New tactile oval key stickers- hard wearing and removes the danger of holding the instrument the wrong way round, even in the dark
Approved corrosion-free fine-cut reed plates made of German Silver(white “pot” metal) fixed with stainless steel screws - extremely close tolerances between slot and reed for best possible tone control for the player
Precisely factory adjusted, pitch-stable and durable reeds and rivets both made of Stainless Steel - optimal tone response and a full sound
The 1847 NOBLE  - the jewel of the 1847 Blues harmonica collection. An instrument built without compromise; made from only the best materials available.  
And the  Suzuki Promasters- by far the  “BEST”   Production Harmonicas made.

5.) Ok, I know that there cannot be a "best" harmonica. There's just too many differences in people, as well as their music. The Suzuki Promaster just looks and feels like a REALLY high-end musical instrument. The first time I held one in my hand in a music store, I thought to myself: "Wow, I don't think I even want to know what this thing must cost". Suzuki Promaster harps are among the best harmonicas ever made. They're tops for ease of playing, appearance, tone quality, and longevity. Their design is sheer elegance. As you can tell, Promasters give me something close to a sexual turn on. Also, the prices for them are quite reasonable. Though a little pricier than Lee Oskars or Hohners, or even Seydels; they are more than worth the difference and you'll save money in the long run because the reeds last so long. I have a boxed set (C,G,A,D,F,Bb).

Sunday, 12 February 2017

Luke Bryan - Huntin', Fishin' And Lovin' Every Day

John McDermott/Allison Girvan - Here You Are

John McDermott - Daughter Of Mine

John Mcdermott -my old man

John McDermott - Amazing Grace

John McDermott- How Great Thou Art

John McDermott - Flower Of Scotland

John McDermott - A Scottish Soldier

Green Fields of France by John McDermott

The Band Played Waltzing Matilda - John McDermott

John McDermott - Loch Lomond (By Yon Bonnie Banks)

John McDermott - Annie Laurie

Monday, 6 February 2017

This Post Goes Out, Especially to David Girvan

Be it Facebook, Google, Social Media;
I believe we all agree,
at very best, they'll change your post;
then sit back; laugh with glee;

and try to steal what strikes them most.

This is how the poems appeared, when first i published them.
INTERESTINGLY: All are lesser known poems of Robert Service--the True, Ayrshire Poet.


My Bear
I never killed a bear because
I always thought them critters was
So kindo’ cute;
Though round my shack they often came,
I’d raise my rifle and take aim,
But couldn’t shoot.
Yet there was one full six-feet tall
Who came each night and gobbled all
The grub in sight;
On my pet garden truck he’d feast,
Until I thought I must at least
Give him a fight.

I put some corn mush in a pan;
He lapped it swiftly down and ran
With bruin glee;
A second day I did the same,
Again with eagerness he came
To gulp and flee.
The third day I mixed up a cross
Of mustard and tobacco sauce,
And ginger too,
Well spiced with pepper of cayenne,
Topped it with treacled mush, and then
Set out the brew.

He was a huge and husky chap;
I saw him shamble to the trap,
The dawn was dim.
He squatted down on his behind,
And through the cheese-cloth window-blind
I peeked at him.
I never saw a bear so glad;
A look of joy seraphic had
His visage brown;
He slavered, and without suspish-
-lon hugged that horrid dish,
And swilled it down.

Just for a moment he was still,
Then he erupted loud and shrill
With frantic yell;
The picket fence he tried to vault;
He turned a double somersault,
And ran like hell.
I saw him leap into the lake,

As if a thirst of fire to slack,
And thrash up foam;
And then he sped along the shore,
And beat his breast with raucous roar,
And made for home.

I guess he told the folks back there
My homestead was taboo for bear
For since that day,
Although my pumpkins star the ground,
No other bear has come around,
Nor trace of bruin have I found,
-Well, let me pray

No Sourdough
To be a bony feed Sourdough
You must, by Yukon Law,
Have killed a moose,
And robbed a sluice,
AND BUNKED UP WITH A SQUAW….

Alas! Sourdough I’ll never be.
Oh, sad is my excuse:
My shooting’s so damn bad, you see….
I’ve never killed a moose

Strip Teaser
My precious grand-child aged two,
Is eager to unlace one shoe,
And then the other;
Her cotton socks she’ll deftly doff
Despite the mild reproaches of
Her mother.

Around the house she loves to fare,
And with her rosy tootsies bare,
Pit-pat the floor;
And though remonstrances we make
She presently decides to take
Off something more.

Her pinafore she next unties,
And then before we realise,
Her dress drops down;
Her panties and her brassiere,
Her chemise and her underwear
Are round her strown.

And now she dances all about,
As naked as a new-caught trout,
With impish glee;
And though she’s beautiful like that,
(A cherubim, but not so fat).
Quite shocked are we.
And so we dread with dim dismay
Some day she may her charms display
In skimpy wear;
Aye, even in a gee-string she
May frolic on the stage of the
 Folies-Bergère

But e’er she does, I hope she’ll read
This worldly wise and warning screed,
 That to conceal,
Unto the ordinary man
Is often more alluring than

To ALL reveal

Sunday, 22 January 2017

John McDermott/Allison Girvan - Here You Are

Boxcar Willie - Hobo Heaven

boxcar willie this old house

Boxcar Willie - The Winds Of Yesterday

Jimmie Rodgers - Years Ago (The last recording of Jimmie Rodgers)

Jimmie Rodgers first recording - The Soldier's Sweetheart - August 4th 1927

Mojo Blues Band - Harmonica Boogie

Big Walter Horton - Blues Harp Shuffle

Big Walter Horton - Blues Harp Shuffle

Big Walter Horton & Paul Butterfield - An Offer You Can't Refuse - Full ...

Sunday, 8 January 2017

ONLY 1 IN A THOUSAND OR A “GENUS CAN SOLVE THIS PROBLEM


1+4=5
2+5=12
3+6=21
8+11=?
Ok! Let’s start out: First of all, math is an exact science, there can be only 1 correct answer.
1. The answer must hold true for all the information given.
2. On the other hand, all the information must hold true.1+4=5, true. 2+5=12, not true.3+ 12=21, not true. Therefore the equation is either a lot of goobel-dy goop that cannot be correctly solved OR, there is information missing.
3. Let us explore some possibilities:1+4=5, 2x5+2=12, 3x6+3=21, 8x11+8=96; each line of the equation-information reads correctly.
4. Some people might claim there is ONE EXCEPTION=running total. They might try to claim the correct answer should be 1+4=5, 5+2+5=12, 12+3+6=221+8 +11 =40; once again each line APPEARS to read correctly.
5. However, a running total of 1+5=5, 5+2+5=12, 12+3+6=21 21+4+7=32, 32+5+8=45, 45+6+9=60, 60+7 +10=77, 77+8+11=96 ALSO READS CORRECTLY and; makes more sense.By writing this solution out in a Column, as originally shown; it is easy to see how (add a few more numbers to the sequence, if you so desire;96+9+12=117, 117+10+13=140). this solution meets ALL requirements. THE correct answer is 96. There can only be the one.

Harry Lauder - Keep Right On Till the End of the Road / The Road to the ...

Sir Harry Lauder Sings "I Love a Lassie"

A wee deoch an' doris - Harry Lauder

Harry Lauder | Roamin' in the Gloamin'

Jimmie Rodgers,Mother The Queen Of My Heart,1932

Mule Skinner Blues - JIMMIE RODGERS (1930) Blues Guitar Legend

My Rough and Rowdy Ways-Jimmie Rodgers

JIMMIE RODGERS 'Long Tall Mama Blues' (1932) Blues Guitar Legend

In the Jailhouse Now #2-Jimmie Rodgers

Jimmie Rodgers first recording - The Soldier's Sweetheart - August 4th 1927

JIMMIE RODGERS 'Nobody Knows But Me' (1929) Blues Guitar Legend


All "modern"country music, most rock is derived from the blues; therefore, Jimmy Rodger can well be considered the "God Father" of both.





Jimmie Rodgers- TB Blues

Hobo Bill's Last Ride by Jimmie Rodgers (1929)

Jimmie Rodgers,Mother The Queen Of My Heart,1932

Saturday, 7 January 2017

George Jones - She's Mine





Just my thoughts but I much prefer this version to any other well sung, understandable (not sung entirely through the nose). You might also notice, no background singers, just George Jones. Well worth listening to, and remembering.

Sunday, 1 January 2017

Democracy is being allowed to vote for the Capitalist Political Dictator Candidate you dislike least or believe will do the least amount of damage..

Politics — I don't know why, but they seem to have a tendency to separate us, to keep us from one another, while Nature, Creator of All, is always and ever making efforts to bring us together.

Politics, n: [Poly "many" + tics "blood-sucking parasites"

Con-servatives, Fib-erals, and Poli-tics.

Politics, n: [Poly "many" + tics "blood-sucking parasites".

The CON-servatives are the party that says government will make you smarter, taller, richer, and remove the crabgrass on your lawn. The Fib-erals are the party that says government doesn't work; and, then they get elected; and prove it.
Conservative, n: A statesman who is enamoured of existing evils, as distinguished from the Liberal who wishes to replace them with others.
A Con-servative is also a man or a woman who believes that nothing should be done for the first time. However, their very conservatism is secondhand, and they don't know what they are conserving

A conservative is a man with two perfectly good legs who, however, has never learned how to walk forward. ~Franklin D. Roosevelt, radio speech, 1939 October 26th

Under democratic party style politics, one party always devotes its chief energies to trying to prove that the other parties are unfit to rule

Under democratic party style politics, one party always devotes its chief energies to trying to prove that the other parties are unfit to rule — notably, they commonly succeed, and they are always right.

If you have always believed that everyone should play by the same rules and be judged by the same standards,

If you have always believed that everyone should play by the same rules and be judged by the same standards, that would have gotten you labeled a radical 60 years ago, a liberal 30 years ago and a racist today.

JFK a Proud Liberal

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Embrace All Living Creatures and the Whole of Nature's Realm and it's Beauty.

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The Best Men Do Not want To Govern Their Fellow Man

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Government is Instituted for the Common Good

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Definition of Government

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Politicians are the Poison; not the Antidote.

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Put the Politicians on Minimum Wage

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The Day Will Come When Our Republic Will Be An Impossibility, Because Wealth Will Be Concentrated In The Hands Of A Few

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There is No Government So Utterly Corrupt As That Of The United States Of North America

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If We Elect The Same Corrupt Politicians

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