I was brought a tear by this message on his website. Written by Larry in his final days on earth.
“I’d like to push back the darkness with my bravest effort. There will be a funeral posted here on the website, in case some of you want to attend. We are not sure of the date when I will die. Goodbye, farewell, we will meet again. Goodbye, farewell, we’ll meet again Somewhere beyond the sky. I pray that you will stay with God Goodbye, my friends, goodbye.”
-Larry
Rest In Peace
LARRY NORMAN
4.8.47 – 2.24.08
Archive for February, 2008
I just wanted to drop a few words regarding the Oscars last night. Although a bit lengthy, a bit drab and lacking in a plethora of brilliant films, there was a beautiful moment. The award for best song went to… Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova. Such an amazing dream come true for these two artists. Glen was able to share a moment with the world in words, but when Marketa stepped to the microphone she was drastically cut off. Immediately following the break the shows producer asked Jon to bring her back to the stage for her acceptance speech. It was a beautiful captivating moment for me. And this simple, under a minute, speech was perfect.
“The fact that we’re standing here tonight, the fact that we’re able to hold this, it’s just proof that no matter how far out your dreams are, it’s possible. And, you know, fair play to those who dare to dream, and don’t give up. This song was written from the perspective of hope, and hope, at the end of the day, connects us all, no matter how different we are.”
– Marketa Irglova
My ever-changing hat is off to the Oscars for humbly doing the right thing.I encourage you to download the song. Reminds me a bit of Damien Rice yet sprinkled with hope.
Lastly: Johnny, Oh Johnny… when will they see the art in you.
That’s all for now.cB
Scientific proof that global warming is taking it’s toll on helpless animals everywhere.
(Little known fact, aside from the internet Al Gore also invented the electric razor. True story.)
Be certain to bring your ID with you when purchasing
Natural Brew Vanilla Cream Soda.
The sweet lady at Kroger was insistent upon carding me
for purchasing this case of brew.
cB
23 FEBRUARY 08
I went outside this morning around 7am and was pleasantly surprised by a light snow covering the ground. I headed out to my ever-increasing normal breakfast spot up the street. They messed up my order the first time but left the plate, so I had a double dose of eggs today. I now have the eye of the tiger. Currently I am sitting in a *bucks; one of 6 that are within a mile of my house. Supply and demand I suppose. I’m sipping on a B/W Peppermint Mocha and listening to Vince Gill’s “These Days” record with my earbuds. Now before you jump out of your seat hearing that I’m actually listening to country music, let me explain.
People send me funny video’s all the time via email. Some are annoying but some really make me laugh. And for some reason other people’s physical pain can be hilarious. Just ask Bob Saget.
So I thought from time to time I would throw one up on the blog for your enjoyment. For those who’ve never heard the term and think it’s some form of disease, follow this link: ViralVideo.
I think the audio of the ball hitting the pole and the kid makes this funnier, and seriously, there’s no way you can only watch once.
All of us have within ourselves a great deal of wisdom, something you might call innate mental health. Unfortunately, however, this inner wisdom is often interfered with by all the confusing and conflicting thoughts, ideas, plans, and fears that fill our minds.
Here is a tip of the day from one of my desktop calendars this year,”The Old Farmers Almanac.”
14 FEBRUARY 2008
