My Music

     Yesterday, our dulcimer group played for a retirement center.  Music has a way of touching the soul, no matter what age the listener.  Since I play by ear, I can look out over the audience and watch the expressions on their faces.  Some folks hum softly, others are smiling, and yes, some are sleeping.   However, the greatest joy of all is to know that for a few moments, folks are able to forget their pain and troubles and just enjoy the moment.  It is such a blessing to have a small part in making this world a better place through music.

     The dulcimer pictured above was purchased at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN.  After we arrived back at our motel room, I immediately took my new dulcimer and sat outside on the balcony and started playing...No one was listening, well maybe the birds, but my what a great time I was having releasing the Spirit within me...Yes, a happy time.
                                                                                                                           - by Barbara C. Lomas