Warm and pleasant greetings to all. We welcome springtime !
The attractive magazine covers give some inspiration to reading.
Reading is lacking with the hard back cover reading. I enjoy reading and perhaps writing, even more. I enjoy intensive reading that is slow, focused and engaging with the material as well as I like extensive reading, which helps me process the information and is interesting. The point is, I do a bit more than skimming and scanning.
It is pleasurable and knowledgeable and I like improving my vocabulary as well!
Reading Congressman Bennie Thompson’s newsletter, I learn or have no recollection of hearing “March is Music in Our Schools Month.” I remember Gov. Tate Reeves in 2024 officially signing into law Mississippi Music Month, a statewide initiative honoring the artists, transitions and culture influences that have shaped American music.
This, to me, doesn’t have the same connotation (music vs. musician), although recognition and celebration can be given at the same time.
“Music In Our Schools Month” (MIOSM) is sponsored by the National Association for Music Education (NAFME), which highlights the importance of music education for all children.
It serves as an opportunity for schools and communities to showcase the benefits of music programs through performances and advocacy. Now, I am saying being aware of how music can affect your well-being is of great essence. Music appreciation will keep a tune in your heart as you feel, express and manifest the results.
To me, music is a part of everyday life. It’s universal. I’m not so professional, but music has a special meaning for me. Being from a musically inclined family whose members grew up playing various instruments, along with singing, gives me special pleasure and appreciation for this sense of connection. It’s like this is how it should be. Some portion of my legacy will note dedication to playing piano and singing. My favorite music, even though I like all music, are church hymns and progressive jazz.
Now, to change the tune. Do you like hush puppies? Not talking about the global footwear that came out in 1958 with the soft suede, crepe sole suitable for everyday wear. I am talking about the delicious deep fried, made with slightly sweet corn meal batter! The hush puppies are good with a fish or seafood platter, or really anything else you like having bread with. Really good with soup stew and beans. Hush puppies by themselves are good, too!
Do you know how this batter got its name? This cornmeal ball is called hush puppy because cooks would throw these fried cornmeal balls at their barking dogs, telling them to “hush puppy,” to keep them quiet during meals, especially during fishing, hunting or around the campfire. Now, another say-so may be from the Civil War and slavery era (escaping slaves) hush the dogs while escaping toward freedom. Both make sense for a good story to tell.
Last Tuesday was “I Voted” day, as individuals were encouraged to cast ballots in the congressional primary election. Our community was quite in motion as voters came in and out to Blue Cane Little Hubbard Community Center. It was nice to meet and see neighbors and friends who were there at the same time.
Our community sends sincere thoughts and prayers for those who may be experiencing some difficult decisions, bereavement and daily challenges.
I like this: Embrace the day with gratitude and a positive spirit.
