Hello everyone;

Like many of you I suffered from the loss of loved ones -- both inside and outside the folkie community. Just less than 2 years ago I lost both my younger brother and mother within a period of 1 month. Things have gotten better over time. Truthfully, aside from grief, the settlement of the estates was a nightmare. Now that this is done, things are more peaceful. I was fortunate to have family and friends with whom I could share my feelings. A song that came to mind at that difficult time was a Steelye Span song which goes something like the following:

If I were a singer
I'd sing you a song
A song that would remain in your heart forever
I'd sing it loud and strong
every single word.
When my life is over
and I'll not see you again
The singer may die
but the song will remain.

Keep Singing !!!!