Isabel's room was rocking on Wednesday with three visitors, maintenance folks drilling holes in the hallway just outside her door, and Mum's CD player cranked up. Her latest addition to her music collection is a new gift CD from one of her favourite local musicians, Len Gadica of Melville.
Len has followed Mum's WNVNS story and sent along his new CD, "I'm Here for You" to acknowledge her support of him and his music over the years. Jigs, polkas, waltzes, and schottisches make up this collection.
The "Hocus Pocus Polka" and the "Morning Glory Schottische" have enough speed and rhythm to rev up any lengthy physiotherapy session or marathon run. But Isabel's favourite is still "I've Played All Around". Len's version of this familiar classic includes the names of the many Saskatchewan dance halls where he has played his old-time music. YES, Abernethy, Balcarres, Lemberg, Fort Qu'Appelle, and Tullymet made the cut.
Len says on the CD cover "I've come to know and appreciate what a powerful force music can be as a comforter, an uplifter, a friend...."
So here's Isabel's chance to support Len and his work. For his next performance and his CDs, check out his website at:
By the way: The Boston Marathon was super. Amanda had a great run! And Isabel's progress continues in her 9-10 AM physiotherapy sessions.
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