When I was growing up, my dad watched the show religiously. I used to get on his case all the time about it. I would make roll my eyes, make jokes, run out of the room screaming when Lawrence Welk came on.

My dad truly enjoyed the music. What I wouldn't give to tell him how sorry I am for giving him a hard time.   Sure the music was hokey to my ears, but you can't deny someone enjoyment they find in music.