When people look at my collection of CDs, cassettes, DVDs and videos, they usually comment on what an extensive collection I have.
It's a nice compliment and I am appreciative that I've accumulated as much music and movies as I have. But, I always point out that I've given away far more than I have. I've got a CD ready to go in the mail to a Catter because I know he will appreciate it, and I doubt that I will ever play it again. I'm not much into Pride Of Ownership, or volume. To me, a CD, book, video or DVD that is sitting on a shelf that will most likely never be listened to or viewed again is enjoyment for someone else just gathering dust. I realize for collector's there's a "completist" mindset. I'm not knocking that. Much of the music I have is because of collectors. It just ain't me, Babe.

What if everyone looked through their CDs, videos, cassettes and DVD and pulled out two or three that they never think they'll listen to or watch, and send them on to someone who might really enjoy them? If they don't enjoy them, they can send them along until they find the right home. Everything has a home. It's a matter of getting it there. This is something that Art Thieme and I have done for many, many years. Some of the most treasured music I have comes from Art.. things he knew I'd enjoy more than he ever would. I hope that some of the things I've sent to him found an appreciative home. If not, he knows that he can send them on to someone else who might appreciate them more.

Maybe tonight I'll look through my stuff and pick out a few more things to send to friends. I already have a stack of videos and a few DVDs. Someone might as well be enjoying them. If I get the gumption, I might even list a couple of things on this thread that folks are welcome to, in exchange for a mailing address.

Music should never gather dust.

Jerry