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marcoujor: Songs For Dad

6/12/2019

"Everything my mother and father did was designed to put me where I am." -- Henry Louis Gates

The month of June brings reminders of all the men in my life who are fathers.

My Dad was one of a kind.

To my recollection, his total life focus was providing for his family - working long hours on the night shift for Reading Railroad.

Understandably, Dad didn't spend much time listening to music on the radio. He did enjoy singing in the church choir during my grade school years.

I know he would be ever proud of the fathers and grandfathers that his two sons are today - as the beat goes on in the Couchara family.

It's comforting to imagine that even those who work the hardest are able to have the time and desire to relax.

I hope Dad's heavenly days are spent in peace and true happiness - rooting for the Phillies with ice cream and a cold beer.

Each of the songs I selected this week remind me of Dad - a proud Italian - American who instilled a solid work ethic in each of his children.

ShoutOuts ~

For the Love of Cucumbers by Life By Grand Design (Kimmie Thompson)

Pantanjali's "Asanas" - It Wasn't Yoga As We Know It by Intuitive and Spiritual (Cynthia Sageleaf)

Until next week, wishing you peace and a song in your heart, mar

19 Comments

Pamela Oglesby

6/12/2019 07:50:40 am

Hi Maria, I liked hearing about your father. He sounds like a good man, as was mine. I miss him.

I like your music choices as well. I don't remember that song from Johnny cash, but I liked it. The others are familiar and lovely.

Wishing you a good week. We are heading for Texas tomorrow to see our granddaughter, not to mention her mother and hubby! Good times for sure. Love, Pam

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:22:44 pm

Thanks for being the first to stop by, Pam.

I'm happy I introduced you to a new Johnny Cash song ... so many tunes in his repertoire.

Wishing you a fabulous time in Texas- safe travels. Love, Maria

Loved the songs.....will play the J. Cash fir JimTYXoxo

6/12/2019 08:45:27 am

Loved it and U

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:24:00 pm

Thanks, Jim.

Mike

6/12/2019 09:07:07 am

Hello mar - Since little tribute to your Dad, and Dad's everywhere, I had to take a double take at the, 'fathers and grandfathers' sentence. Then I remembered how old I am and understood. We carry on the traditions of our fathers.

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:27:11 pm

Happy Father's and Grandfather's Day to you, young man.

Hoping you are having a good day.

Kimmie

6/12/2019 11:33:51 am

Such a beautiful tribute and a reminder how hard our dads worked to provide. If I may share a little about my own dad...These days...my dad wheels down in his wheel chair as he suffered a stroke 16 years ago. We share a cup of coffee and small talk...The crazy thing is ...dad and I alway hit heads, never really felt close but now I’m in this space and time and I have been given the gift to bond to a man that I spent many years not truly knowing like most Father and daughters. He was hard, steadfast, and a great provider. He took on a ready made family. I was rebellious, stubborn, and moved out as quick as I could. Years later after the stroke I watched a man fight for his independence and learn things all over again. The most valuable lessons I learned from my dad was watching him pick up the pieces of a life that was forever changed. Now...I understand and am thankful for this time. I thank God for letting me do a major do over...making up for my selfish, rebellious, teen years and dad showing me a side I never knew existed. I know I am blessed to have this time. So this Father’s Day I will cook Dad his favorite meal and savor the time as I know tomorrow is not promised to us.
Love and hugs
Kimmie

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:32:47 pm

Thanks for this profoundly wise and sharing comments, dear Kimmie.

I know you treasure your Dad and Mom each day. I can only imagine how much they love the precious woman you have evolved into.

Love you lots and hope Roy is healing as expected. Hugs, Maria

Martie link

6/12/2019 01:31:35 pm

Dear Mar

How I love 'O sole mio'! Also love playing in on the piano. All the songs in hear suddenly increased my never ending longing for my father who had passed away in 1989 at the age of 53 years and 9 months.

Precious photo of you and your dad. (How I loved my bobby socks!)

Kimmie's comment about her dad made me cry. Getting an opportunity to learn what we were not able to comprehend while we were young, is a God-given privilege.

Thanks for reminding us how precious true fathers are. Why, too many fathers just don't have what it takes to be respected fathers?

Lots of hugs to you, dear Maria.

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:40:28 pm

Dear Martie,

I know this is a bittersweet day for you after losing your Dad when he (you) were so young. Hoping you are surrounded by warm and beautiful memories.

Your last question makes me even more grateful that we have known the love and support of our Fathers.

Love and big hugs, mar

Ruby link

6/12/2019 04:35:36 pm

I probably wrote about my father when I first started writing, ( 10 years ago. ) I did not know him. My mother left him when I was 2 years old. I was eight when he died. He had cut down a tree on his farm and ran to get away from it, but ran where his neighbor had just cut down his tree, it fell on my father, breaking every bone in his body, He only lived nine hours. my mother took me to the hosp. to see him. I had a stepfather named Charlie who, like your father, worked nights for the railroad. He was a good provider and he was good to me. I will miss sending Jackie a card this year. I still can't believe he's gone. Have a blessed day. Hugs.

Maria link

6/12/2019 05:47:15 pm

Dear Ruby,

Thank you for sharing about both your Father and step-Father. I cannot imagine how you dealt/ processed the tragic death of your biological Father. How wonderful that Charlie came into your life in such a beautiful way.

I am sending you bushels of hugs and hopes that you have a peaceful weekend- remembering the joy that Jackie brought to you and your family.

Love you, mar

paula

6/12/2019 09:47:06 pm

Maria.....Remembering our Dads can be such mixed emotions....Sad that we must miss them yet able to smile, remembering their love and lessons.
I could never thank my sweet Dad enough for all he did for us and his incredibly sage advice. Peace & Hugs, my friend, Paula

Maria link

6/13/2019 05:38:02 am

Insightful comment, Paula - thanks for your presence and wisdom.

Sending you love and hugs. Have a peaceful day, Maria

Peg Cole link

6/15/2019 11:47:44 am

Hello dear one,
Thanks for sharing the great memories of your dad and for inspiring memories of our own. Also for this selection of lovely music. My comment got so long it turned into a blog of its own and a trip down memory lane, so thank you for that inspiration as well.
Love and many hugs,
Peg

Cynthia link

6/20/2019 10:14:08 am

Sweet Mar!
I've been thinking about you as I am on my travels. :) I had a chance this morning to pop over. I am working on a special mandala for you, inspired by the southwest.
I also learned about your hiatus. Sometimes it's good to do: I did that in May - life was just so busy that I knew I had to let up a bit. Even now as I'm traveling, I have posts scheduled, but I'm not doing the usual things.
In any case, I loved this post. To hear more about your dad is special. I'm taking my dad out to breakfast this morning. Hehe.
Your music selections are always awesome - you really do such a great job at curating music. You are an incredible DJ at heart. :)
Well, my friend, you take care and talk to you soon!

Cynthia link

6/20/2019 10:19:20 am

PS - *thank you* for the shout out. :)

Sheila Getintopc link

8/21/2019 04:32:24 pm

William D Holland

11/27/2019 11:43:59 am

What a lovely tribute. The love flowed through your words, Maria. Thank you for sharing.

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