Monthly Archives: December 2019

Good News at Year’s End!

Posted on December 31, 2019 by bullersbackporch

With all the doom & gloom in the world and on the news and in our social media feeds, it can be good to step back and take a look around for the good news. Truth is, that “doom & … Continue reading →

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Songs of Will T. Massey — “The Poolroom”

Posted on December 27, 2019 by bullersbackporch

It is my cousin Will T. Massey’s 51st birthday today. Today also marks 3 years to the day since I last heard from him. I hope he is doing well and, will one day wander back into my world. Meanwhile, … Continue reading →

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Granddad’s “Aircastles”

Posted on December 18, 2019 by bullersbackporch

My grandfather, G.M.C. Massey, wrote memoirs of his life at the age of 80 in 1960. In addition to numerous specific anecdotes from his many years, he would often offer insights afforded only by looking back and reflecting on the … Continue reading →

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Cue the Christmas Spirit!

Posted on December 14, 2019 by bullersbackporch

The holidays are upon us. No doubt some of you already decorated your Christmas tree the day after Thanksgiving and  preparing all the celebratory markings of the season ever since. Maybe you’ve already been listening to Christmas music to get … Continue reading →

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Songs of Will T. Massey — “My Old ’64”

Posted on December 10, 2019 by bullersbackporch

A song of young love — and heartbreak, as only Will T. Massey could deliver. Displaying the humor later seen in classics like “Coffee Break” and “Highway Hearse,” young Will T. takes us back to the 50s with Jesse “Guitar” … Continue reading →

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Two-fer Tuesday — Music from Iowa & Italy

Posted on December 3, 2019 by bullersbackporch

Today, I’m sharing some of the music in my head from friends in faraway places. As distant as these two sources might be, they share a similar musical tone and songwriting approach. Both are also people I met through my … Continue reading →

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Hello, December

Posted on December 1, 2019 by bullersbackporch

It’s the end of the year but not just yet. Still, December sorta feels like “running out the clock” on the year sometimes between holiday parties, annual schedules and deadlines, travel plans, and the coming Christmastime craziness. It’s a time … Continue reading →

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