Sometimes I quite forget exactly why this blog still exists...

It is, of course, for just two main reasons: A list of friends I admire and read; and for the songs - an international treasure - and the very special people who perform them.

Of course, they're also a reminder -- a note to self, if you will -- that I am the living, breathing beneficiary of wonder. Especially inasmuch as I know or have some sort of kinship with these people -- in a primary sort of way.

Have a great day, blogland. Public, for today. ;)