In life, there are times when the plate is too full. Overwhelming feelings are just that, but still real to us. Other times simply have too many things happening at once, but they too are very real.
In my case it is the later – most notably, both my mother-in-law and father-in-law are in the hospital. There are other important tasks also to juggle at this time, so it’s best I step away from blogging for a bit … thus no new posts and maybe limited visiting. I’ll let time dictate that. Personally, I hope it is just for the rest of the week. My next post will be Monday Morning Entertainment, in which I will also provide an update.
My in-laws love these songs, so to spread hope for their recoveries, listen to as many as you want. Which did you choose?
I hope all goes well with your parents-in-law. Sorry to hear they’re both ailing. 😦
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Oh, and I have to go with Mack the Knife. 🙂
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… a good choice indeed!
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Carrie,
Thanks … heck, at least they are two rooms apart! 🙂 One worries me much more than the other, let alone other stuff on my plate.
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Good luck with your in-laws, Frank. I hope all goes well.
Funny thing about “Mack the Knife,”. My father told one brother that he wanted that song played at his funeral. Bob charged my niece and I with finding a CD of the song. It was Christmas, 2000, and nobody had it. It was also pre-YouTube, pre iTunes.
We found a tacky fake fish on a plaque. When you pressed the button, Bobby Darin sang Mack the Knife while the fish’s head sang and it’s tail moved.
The look on my brother’s face was priceless.
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Elyse,
For some reason that story sounds familiar. Did you post about it? Nevertheless, a hoot! Thanks for the best wishes.
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Maybe. I don’t remember. (I’ve done so many posts!)
Seriously, though, I wish you all the best.
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… and I graciously accept the best!
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Wishing a speedy recovery to the older generation. That’s difficult when two members of the family are in the hospital at the same time.
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Shimon,
Thank you for the best wishes. At least they are in the same hospital, and actually two rooms apart. Yesterday, I was able to arrange getting the two of them together.
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Take care of them and yourself. We will all be fine.
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Jim,
Bloggers are a very understanding bunch! Thanks!!!!
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I had a comment, then I read Jim in IA’s above, so I scratched mine, his says it all.
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Hudson,
It really goes. As I mentioned in my reply, bloggers are a very understanding bunch …. and quite patient as well, especially when they know the reason. Many thanks.
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big tony bennett fan, especially his version of “winter wonderland,” my favorite christmas song. good luck to all and recovery and wishes and goodness.
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Rich,
Thank you for the thoughts .. .and hey … I just can’t resist. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTozHi7KvyQ
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atta boy.
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,,, and cheers to IP.
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a happy return. KB is on par finally.
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Frank, that’s rough that both your in-laws are in the hospital simultaneously. I’m so sorry. I hope they make a fast and full recovery. I certainly understand why blogging is not a priority for you at this time.
As for me, hey, you know what a Barbra fan I am. Great song, great performance and great Dick Cavett intro. You always post the best YouTube videos.
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Lame,
I thought the look back in time with Cavett was an interesting touch. Meanwhile, not an easy time, especially with one of them struggling. But we do what we can. … and believe it or not, other stuff on my plate as well that I have to plow through. Many thanks for your best wishes!
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Oh dear Frank, I hope and wish everything goes well for them. I love all these musicians, but Barbra much more…. Thank you dear Frank, my best wishes and prayers for your and for your family, love, nia
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Nia,
There are many wonderful musical treats here, and no matter the choice, it’s a good one! Cheers to your love for Barbra. Thank you for the concern and best wishes, which make me smile!
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I’m so sorry to hear that your family is undergoing so many stressful events. I’ll definitely remember your in-laws in my prayers, Frank. Take good care…
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Debra,
Many thanks … and during leaf season to boot! 😉 Meanwhile, don’t forget the previous post with the handbell premier.
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I did see you’d posted the premier…and somehow lost my place in my reading…I will watch (and listen) later today when I can turn up the volume. Thanks for the reminder. And I think you have very good exuses to let those leaves just pile up!
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🙂 …. and I think you will appreciate it.
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I’m so sorry to hear that both are ill. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care.
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TBM,
Thank you for the thoughts. 🙂
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I hope everyone is feeling much better soon. I’ll take Moon River.
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Debra,
Moon River by Andy Williams is such an easy song to enjoy! Good choice. … and thanks for the best wishes.
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Please take care.
A fine selection except B.S.
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I’m very sorry to hear this, Frank. I wish all the best and swift and full recoveries for your parents-in-law. Also take care of yourself, my friend!
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Marina,
Thank you. Their conditions are at different ends of the spectrum, so it’s tough … besides the other things to complicate things. Oh well … life always delivers challenges. Many thanks … and I’ll update on Monday.
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Frank, so sorry your family is facing these trials. I will hope for swift recovery. Take care of yourself and your wife during this time. Love the music, all of it.
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Val,
Definitely a difficult time. Yesterday was a tough day for me at the hospital, but I will do what I can. Thanks!!!
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I’m going to listen to ALL the songs, but I’ve never seen Mack the Knife* performed, so it will be a particular treat. Will be praying for all of you.
*Always wondered why the rest of the table setting didn’t get equal treatment (“Bruno the Fork,” “Sal the Spoon,” etc.)
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John,
Good point about Sal and Bruno!!!! So much for equal time! .. and thanks for the thoughts and prayers!
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So sorry to hear that your in-laws are in the hospital. Cheers to you for getting them in the same room. You and your family will be in my thoughts. Take care. And as Jim said, we’ll be fine. PS I just can’t choose. They are all in my top 100.
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Georgette,
Glad to hear that you enjoy all of these songs. So hey … watch them all! 🙂 Thanks for the thoughts and I will report back soon.
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These are all my kind of songs. Great to listen to while blogging. 🙂
Hope the in-laws get well soon Frank.
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Colline,
Cheers to your taste in music …. and thanks for the positive thoughts!
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gosh, flood gates really opened up this time – i do hope for speedy recovery and comfort for you and love ones. ♥
– Barbara for me. What an awesome voice, wonderful actress and simply a classy lady. thanks and take care ☼
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Sunshine,
Although there are other components to the current avalanche, these two items are the prime concerns. Good choice with Barbra with your elegant voice!
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Frank,
Sending best thoughts for your in-laws and you and your wife. It’s certainly challenging to have both them hospitalized, so take care of yourselves as much as possible, too. And I vote for Barbra of course.
Cathy
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Cathy,
Thanks for the thoughtful comments during this challenging time. … and Barbra is an excellent choice.
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Great set, Frank. Hope it helps perk up the in laws too.
Hope all goes well and the stress (which I know all too well) dissipates soon.
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Guapo,
Never any fun, but a part of life that we go through. Thanks for the support!
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Best wishes for you and your family. Wishes for a quick recovery for your in laws.
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Doggy,
Thank you … many father-in-law was blown away when I told him where the comments are from!
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I’m so sorry to hear that they are in the hospital….prayers and thoughts for you all…remember to breathe…xo
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Suzanne,
Thank for the needed thoughts and prayers!
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🙂
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Best wishes Frank
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GFB,
Thank you for your concern!
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OMG I loved Mack the Knife. Gorgeous, so joyous. Love it.
Wish you the best, Frank, & your in-laws. Music certainly lifts the spirit.
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Noeleen,
Cheers to your love for Mack the Knife. … and thanks for the best wishes!
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Oh sad face 😦
Hope all gets better soon. Hang in there & take it easy dear Frank.
I listened to Jack the Knife (My year 😉 ) , My Kind of Town (CHICAGO), I left my Heart in San Fran, & Moon River.
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RoSy,
Cheers to you enjoying so many songs! … and thanks for the encouragement during this difficult time.
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So sorry to hear the news, Frank. That’s a lot at one time. Hope your in-laws are on the mend quickly. I’ll miss you the rest of the week!
Hugs from Ecuador,
Kathy
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Kathy,
Hugs from Ecuador are very appreciative!
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I am very sorry to hear that news, Frank. I will hope for the best.
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Hood,
Thanks and hoping for the best is what we’re going.
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So glad you are there. Sending warmth, hope and encouragement.
Please try to eat, grab some rest,and walk outside a bit if you can – you must take care of yourself too.
Even with all going on, you managed to post these wonderful songs. We used to drive my mom crazy singing that “thug song” Mack the Knife – of course we sang it as much as possible.
But balanced it with the last one – which we sang very loudly when not in church…had to tone it down there.
Hoping for the best, Frank
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Mouse,
Your stories about the songs made me smile! Many thanks for the encouragement.
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I wish your in-laws well, and hope they’re soon out of hospital. My mother has been in hospital in South Africa for two weeks now, and it’s been very hard for me, being so far away. Moon River was my pick. 🙂
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Sylvia,
Oh my … lousy news about your mom and your distance away because I can tell your close to her. Thanks for the well wishes and thoughts and prayers for your mom … and strength to you!
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I love all these songs, but I picked Mack the Knife and thought of only the most positive of outcomes for your in-laws. *hugs*
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Rara,
Hooray for your love for Mack the Knife. Such a classic, then again, all these are classics! 🙂 Thanks for the positive vibes for my in-laws.
BTW, a two additional points. 1) See About page > Testimonials subpage. 2) Thanks for pointing me to the Dancing Wino.
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I can’t believe you and Arden haven’t connected before– dancing, wine, sass, and I love you both. So many things in common! 🙂
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Rara,
I invited her over for ballroom posts … but once my time frees, I hope to return to the Dancing Wino. … and you stopping by today started the dominoes to fall that led me there. Thanks.
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You will be in my thoughts – It is difficult to see those who you love dearly in pain.You will be missed!
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Clan,
Difficult for sure. It was very difficult for me to read a card to my mother-in-law yesterday that she received from out-of-town relatives. Thanks for the support!
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I hope your in-laws are better and home by now. Good selection of songs. I picked “Moon River,” because it was a favorite when I was child. I even did a floor routine (gymnastics) to it, and that was one of my favorite routines because I’d just started doing aerials (flips and cartwheels with no hands on the floor).
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Robin,
Oh my …. a gymnastics participant during your youth. I’m impressed, so thanks for sharing your tie to Moon River. Meanwhile, thanks for the best wishes for their recovery, which will be difficult for one.
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Mack the Knife for sure.. Hang in there Frank. II know you’ll do right by them. Then you come right back here!!
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Moe,
Bobby Darin did a great job with that song! Meanwhile, stepping away a bit is the right thing, especially at the moment …. but hopefully the time away will be shorter rather than longer. Thanks for the best wishes!
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Sending good thoughts your way.
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Renee,
Many thanks for the support.
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Frank, so sorry to read that both your mother & father in law is on hospital. Rough situation and I understand that you don’t have time or motivation for the online world – my thoughts are with you and your loved ones.
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Viveka,
Bloggers are very patient and understanding, especially when they know. Many thanks … and I hope to do what I can as it is a time issue more than anything.
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I hope that things has become better for your partents in laws. Always big worries when they reached a high age.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
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I know your mother lived into her 90s. My in-laws are 84 and 85. My FIL is out of the hospital and doing well. MIL is also out, but in a rehabilitation center to regain strength. To be honest, I’m still not sure what will happen next with her. Thanks for asking!
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What ever way it goes .. I hope from all my heart that it will be the best and the most comfortable way for her.
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Well said … and thank you!
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Wishing you and your family the best.
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Mo,
Many, many thanks … and the fact that you stopped by to tell me this caused a smile!
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Frank, you and your family are in my thoughts. That’s so tough. I listened to Bobby Darin. That’s a great one. I hope they are well soon.
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Amy,
Many thanks for the support … and Bobby Darin is a winner!
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Frank, I am just reading this post now; so sorry to hear about your in-laws and I hope they are improving every day. Moon River and The Way We Were – what could be better?
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Lynn,
Can”t go wrong with any of these, so all choices are great! Meanwhile, my FIL is out of the hospital, but is now spending a lot of time down the hall.
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I can relate to the plate.
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Charron,
Welcome to my little corner of the world … and I hope you plate is not piling up!
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The young Barbara Streisand was a surprise. I had not seen her with her sheath of blonde hair. Such a beautiful voice. Best wishes to you, your wife and her parents, Frank.
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Cuttlefish,
Babs is quite the songbird … and glad you got to see her at a younger age that you haven’t seen. Thanks for the best wishes and concern … we’re hanging in there.
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