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A Thought for Today
The guarantee for
finding sanity is finding love again.
This
One Does It For Me!
Dear Ken;
I enjoyed reading your column regarding your 'McKuen Memory' of the 'Jack
Frost' lyrics from his song, "Blessings In Shades Of Green." It helped to
trigger a fond memory I have had often since 1968 or 1969. Oh boy, now I'm
showing my age. Oh well, for 'McKuen Memories' aging is worth it.
One early evening my father returned home from work after making a quick
stop at the record store. He had purchased an album featuring Rod's song,
"Jean." My mother's middle name was Jean.
He called her into the living room where the record player was, turned the
volume up, and as 'Jean' played, he took my mother by the hand, danced
with her and sang along with Rod McKuen.
Mom passed away very young and we miss her still very much, but with a
special memory like this it helps to comfort. I wonder, Ken, how many
people have been and will be comforted by the words and music of our
dearly beloved Rod McKuen? Perhaps you can share the lyrics to the
beautiful song, "Jean." The original and/or the newest version would be
wonderful. Thank you, Ken.
Love,
Sharon McElroy
I posted these lyrics a few
months back, Sharon, but you asked so nicely, how could I refuse?
According to a poll conducted many years ago this is the most requested of
all Rod's songs and it's one we probably get the most letters about.
It never ceases to amaze me
how a particular song can bring back memories so vividly, almost to the
point of conjuring up the smell and/or taste of the particular occasion.
In your case your Mom and Dad dancing to this tune is something that will
stay with you for a long, long time, I'll bet.
How many people have been
comforted by McKuen words and music? If I had a dollar ...!
Nice to hear from you again,
Sharon and don't be such a stranger.
I'll be back next Wednesday
with more of your stories. If you have one you'd like to contribute, drop
me a line at kenb@mckuen.com and I'll
do the rest.
- Ken, Johannesburg,
South Africa, September 3
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