A Voice From the Forest

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I have a story to tell you........I captured this song from my heart on video. Back in Time when life was a day to day struggle to live by the land, and respect what it has to offer. The story goes like this........Two people in love, soul mates for life. The winter was hard, but they had each other. Food was running out....and spring was on its way. The trapper knew it was time to leave his beautiful wife and go hunting in the forest for three days to harvest food for them. He kissed his wife, and started his short journey. Now, he had did this many times before, and had always returned early. On the third day, his wife started to worry. In her heart, she knew something must have gone wrong for him not to return. That night she knelt on her knees to pray, thanking God for everything that she cherished and a special prayer for her soul mate to return safely. When she awoke from her restless sleep the night before, she heard her soul mate playing his flute. He always played his flute when he returned home for her. She jumped out of bed and ran outside to meet him half way down the long path that disappeared into the forest. As she kept going, he was nowhere in site.....But his music was clear and echoing through the trees as the wind touched the leaves. She knew that he couldn't be to far away. She called for him and listened for a response. The forest was filled with wildlife.....but no familar answer came to her. Quickly returning home, she gathered up her supplies and set out to find her soulmate. A short time had passed and in a meadow she found his horse grazing but no sign of her husband. The sun was setting and she made a small camp to continue looking in the morning. One week came bye quickly, and still no sign. Now, many thoughts were racing through her mind. As she closed her crying eyes a faint sound from his flute echoed through the canyon. His song was fainter now, but she continued to search praying every minute to find her true love. At last she could see him sitting bye a clump of trees with his flute in his hands. Flying off her horse, she ran to him........wrapping her arms around his body. He was barely alive, and unconscious. Nursing him back to life, he opened his eyes and said thank you for saving me. I was riding, when a pack of wolves scared my horse and I hit the ground knocking me out cold. He asked, how did you ever find me? She replied, I followed your beautiful music. The trapper looked at her with a puzzled stare and said that a man with few words helped me to these trees. The man said that the angels were waiting to here a song from me. I started to play until I could play no more. As I looked in the meadow I seen many angels listening to me. Dancing to every note I played. When they returned home together that night was filled with great happiness. As they closed their eyes they could hear the faint harmony of a flute coming from the canyon.....I hope you like this song!!!

Roy and June's New Camera

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My Brother Roy, bought a new camera the other day....I had to put these nice photos on my Blog. This first photo is him shooting his .22 handgun at the range. Notice the shell casing flying out of the gun as he is shooting his target.
This next picture is my favorite!!! June, Roy's wife caught this bee arriving to his next stop. She took this picture in their garden. They always have a huge garden every year!!! Lots of yummy vegetables. Roy is a very gifted green thumb!!! If you ever have questions about gardening, then you should ask them!!!! They will probably have the answer.

This little spider looks like it is taking a nap in the sun on the Tulip. These pictures are really crisp.

With my New job, I haven't been able to get on the computer like I used to.....I miss it!!! I love spring time......That is my favorite season. So many things to do and get ready. Until next time!!!! God Bless!!!!

Rob and Amanda's Barbeque

Hello My Friends!!!My wife and I were invited to a Barbecue at our daughters new home. Rob, Mandi's husband, was the grill master!!! He had two grills going......It rained......and rained......and rained!!! He didn't care. The burgers turned out awesome......Rob is always there to help, and I know my daughter will always be safe from harm and put first in his life.

Amanda was busy preparing all the burgers and fixings for us......She made sure that all the little kids were set up with burgers.......and hot dogs. There were a lot of kids running around and my wife and I realized that we were getting old......Our stage of that is over and it is neat to see how our kids handle the stress of the little munchkins darting left to right, jumping, running, skipping and hopping!!!

Our little grandson Kasen is digging in to a plate full of yummy hot dogs........Got to have his ketchup with them.......What a big boy he is getting.......Using that spoon to eat his dogs.....

Jasmine is our other grandchild. She is full of energy and Rob better get ready to beat the boys away. I think she looks so much like Amanda. I luv it when we arrive to their place when she is around........She always stops what she is doing and runs to give us a big hug!!! She is a very smart and special girl...

My other daughter and her fiance are awaiting the big feast.....Tiffanie is 7 months pregnant with her first baby. She is going to have a little precious girl. I can't wait to hold her in my arms. Tiffanie is very caring, always thinking of others....Chris, has been a great companion to my daughter. He always puts Tiffanie first in his life. There is nothing that he wouldn't do for you........What a great combination of traits that their new baby will have.

I am so lucky to have these great guys in my life.......I know that my daughters will never go without, and they will always be cared for, and always thought of first. As a dad, it is really hard to see my daughters grow up........I remember when I was the one with the questions and help.....I can remember many times helping them fix their hair, reading stories, and taking them fishing. Now they have their own lives. They have turned out to be responsible, caring, strong, and independent.......What more can a dad ask for......... I am very proud of them.....And love them dearly.

Until next time.......God Bless!!!

What Child Is This

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I thought I would list this song on You Tube. This song is really special to me. It was my Mom's favorite song. When I miss her, I have to play it..........So I play it quit a lot....:) Anyway, I really enjoy playing the Native American Flute. It is so relaxing, and always calms your sole. I hope I can get back to making flutes again when my New Job settles down. Its really amazing to think that when two pieces of wood come together, they can make a beautiful sound. I hope you like this song!!! I am making close up videos on songs I know, so people can see the fingerings as I am playing it.

Over The Rainbow

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I have a short video of a song I just learned.....What a classic!!! Anyway, hope you enjoy it!!!

Amazing Grace Song

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This is a video I made on You Tube while playing the song Amazing Grace on the Native American Flute. It was one of the first songs I learned and I hope you enjoy it!!!

My First Blog Award

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This award was given to me by my beautiful Wife.....Diane. She is extremely talented. My favorite place to be is by her left side watching her create her next masterpiece. Everyone that knows Diane, can agree that she is a fun and wonderful person to be around. I can sit in her art room for hours and watch how she brings her creations to life. She is my best friend, love of my life, and I am truly blessed to be a part of her life...... I have found the one to share my life with.....and I would be lost without her.........

"This blog invests and believes in the PROXIMITY-nearness in space, time and relationships. These blogs are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in prizes or self-aggrandizement! Our hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give attention to these writers!"

I would like to pass this award along to a person who has a interesting blog of her family and life. Linda's Home Sweet Home... http://lindashomesweethome.blogspot.com/

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God Bless

Kasen The Next Albert Einstein???

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This pic was sent to me from my daughter...........Yes....My grandson is growing up. Him and my Grand daughter Jasmine spent the night and it was always nice to see them. They are very close, and he follows Jasmine every where. She is a very good sister to him. I was very proud of the $5.00 she earned for getting soooooooo many 100 Percents in school!!!!!!

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God Bless!!!

Grandma Jamming with Kasen

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Well you have heard the saying........"Now that was a Kodak moment"......Well, I finally got one of those.... I think Grandma has a secret passion that none of us knew about.......Well, almost none of us!!!!! We all know how gifted she is........but this puts her over the top. I snagged this phone video when she was performing at a make believe concert with Kasen......We all have to wonder where she gets this amazing talent!!!!!! :)

Rose and Dove Flute Video for My Sister On Her Birthday

Back Yard Winter Scene

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I couldn't help but take a picture of our back yard. We have got a tremendous amount of snow the last few days and My Man's Best Friend had to go investigate her property. The impressions in the snow are my future stream and pond.......This yard has been a ongoing project for three years now going on 4.......It used to be solid weeds and lots of creek bed rocks. Our local creek ran through here for years......So, I am the third owner that is attempting to put a backyard in...I have put alot of new grass down last year, and I will have all the grass 100% this spring. My dog Tessa is standing by the fire pit I placed last year.....There is so much snow that you can't see it.......

Until Next Time......God Bless!!!

Creation of Tulson's Shark Flute

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I am very happy to show the beautiful painting job my wife has done on Tulson's Shark Flute!!! It really turned out wonderful.........

If you click on the picture you can see the detail of the shark swimming through the ocean. This flute is now ready to be sealed up today and will cure for a couple of days then off to its new home.......This has been a great honor to create for my Nephew. It will serve him for years to come, and as he grows older, I can open the holes to meet his fingers and this flute will be even more responsive then it already is......

Until Next Time...God Bless!!!

Creation of Tulson's Shark Flute Instructional Video

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I wanted to add another short instructional video of a few techniques that Tulson can use to play his flute when he gets it.....This will be a good reference when he starts playing his flute. His Aunt Diane will be painting it and I will take some pictures of it along the way. My flutes are made so a person can play Native American Songs.....Or Contemporary Songs. The best way to practice......even though it sounds corny is to practice in the bathroom or door jam or any room of the house that will provide a natural echo. This brings the magic of the flute to life and is really good to learn and feel the keys so it will become natural. Some of the best fluters practice this way.....If you can find a cave or canyon, you will be amazed of the haunting beauty that these instruments will provide. I am using a amplifier to enhance this flutes voice and provide the echo. Thanks for being patient Tulson!!!! It takes time to create it, but it will last a lifetime.......:)

Hope you like this Video!!!!

Creation of Tulson's Shark Flute

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Well here are two pics I took of Tulson's Shark Flute. I will be putting in the detail tomorrow.....Like the eyes, gills, mouth, etc. This flute really came together....On the back side is a rock holding the shark. I wanted to achieve free motion. Then after I textured the clay for the sea bottom, I figured that it needed a star fish trying to get out of the way of this scary shark. The front bottom of this flute has a shark fin rippling the ocean as it looks for its next meal.....I would hate to see this coming after me!!!! After I get the Detail in, I will turn it over to my beautiful and talented wife to bring everything to life with her painting...

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Creation of Tulson's Shark Flute

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Today I am working on The Shark Totem!!! This is a great technique to achieve a rough cut out to start carving. I design a side view and then a top view of the shark on a piece of paper. Then I trace my pattern on a piece of Poplar and start to cut it out, using my band saw. I stop every once in a while and add some tape to keep the pieces all together and secure. When I am done, I take the tape off and I have a great 3 dimensional cutout. I will then start to carve on it and make it life like. This technique will work on just about any object you wish to create and saves you lots of money. You can buy rough cutouts of just about any animal, or object. I must add that through my step by step processes on this Blog, I am not liable for any accident that may occur. Safety is always a key to success. If you are new to carving, then I strongly suggest you buy a cut out. This will give you excellent enjoyment and learn the basic principles of wood carving.

Until Next Time!!!