Podcasts about your boat

The answer to whether you should have a vacuum sealer on you boat is complicated. But hopefully I can give you a few ideas of what to think about before you decide for yourself. Summary Over the years, many readers asked me about vacuum sealers for boats. I had one aboard two different cruising boats. And although I liked mine, I still consider them a luxury item.  Here's what you should know if you're thinking of buying one. Vacuum sealers preserve food better than zipper bags. They remove more air, their bags are tougher, and they won't open unexpectedly if you seal the bags properly. If you're a weekend or part-time cruiser and use it at home, it's great for preparing meals or snacks in advance. Full-time cruisers are more likely to use them at a big provisioning stop. And, if you catch more fish than you can eat right away, a vacuum sealer is a great way to ensure the fillets last and retain a good texture.  But not all vacuum sealers work consistently. And that can drive you nuts on a boat. Especially if you're used to having one and can't replace it when it fails.  A quality home-rated vacuum sealer costs around $150 and bags are upwards of 15 cents a piece. Small commercial units work better but are double the price.  Finally, they do take some power (although for a short time). I used mine the most often in a marina, hooked up to shore power. If you're planning on using it away from the dock, make sure your inverter is large enough for the unit you buy.  My final comment is that vacuum sealers are great on a boat if you get a good one. But they're still a luxury. And if money is tight, they might not rise to the top of your list.  If you want a vacuum sealer for your boat, listen to the full podcast or read Do You Need a Vacuum Sealer on Your Boat on The Boat Galley website to learn the 5 factors you need to consider first. Links: Inverters 101 - https://theboatgalley.com/inverters-101/ Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself! Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig      

The answer to whether you should have a vacuum sealer on you boat is complicated. But hopefully I can give you a few ideas of what to think about before you decide for yourself. Summary Over the years, many readers asked me about vacuum sealers for boats. I had one aboard two different cruising boats. And although I liked mine, I still consider them a luxury item.  Here's what you should know if you're thinking of buying one. Vacuum sealers preserve food better than zipper bags. They remove more air, their bags are tougher, and they won't open unexpectedly if you seal the bags properly. If you're a weekend or part-time cruiser and use it at home, it's great for preparing meals or snacks in advance. Full-time cruisers are more likely to use them at a big provisioning stop. And, if you catch more fish than you can eat right away, a vacuum sealer is a great way to ensure the fillets last and retain a good texture.  But not all vacuum sealers work consistently. And that can drive you nuts on a boat. Especially if you're used to having one and can't replace it when it fails.  A quality home-rated vacuum sealer costs around $150 and bags are upwards of 15 cents a piece. Small commercial units work better but are double the price.  Finally, they do take some power (although for a short time). I used mine the most often in a marina, hooked up to shore power. If you're planning on using it away from the dock, make sure your inverter is large enough for the unit you buy.  My final comment is that vacuum sealers are great on a boat if you get a good one. But they're still a luxury. And if money is tight, they might not rise to the top of your list.  If you want a vacuum sealer for your boat, listen to the full podcast or read Do You Need a Vacuum Sealer on Your Boat on The Boat Galley website to learn the 5 factors you need to consider first. Links: Inverters 101 - https://theboatgalley.com/inverters-101/ Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself! Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig      

Title: Do You Know Who is in Your Boat? Text:  Luke 8:22-25 Date:  January 12, 2025 Speaker:  Clint Nelson Listen to the Sermon audio: Register for upcoming events Give online to Parkside Get email updates from Parkside Like us on Facebook Previous [...]

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Sun., June 23, 2024: "Is Jesus in Your Boat?" - Rev. Charles Zach, Parochial Vicar

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This week's EYE ON NPI will have you tripping all over yourself in a rush to place a Digi-Key order for the Tripp Lite Antimicrobial Surge Protectors (https://www.digikey.com/en/product-highlight/t/tripp-lite/antimicrobial-surge-protectors-for-home-and-office) a range of power extenders that have tons of ports for your home or office workstation. We're used to basic '6 outlet' power extenders, so when we peeped the many funky shapes, we picked up a few for the home office. Here's our favorites of the series: The TLP648UCBAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP648UCBAM/16161493) has a U-shaped body that is designed to clip onto a desk. Note it doesn't clamp down so you'll want to put it to the side where it can't get bumped, and a thick desk - like 1" or more - will probably work best. This one has 6 outlets, three on each side, two USB A 5V 2.4A and one USB C 5V 3.0A plug for portable devices. This is great for a work bench where you may have a few computers, scope, power plugs, and then also you want to charge your phone or power a single board linux computer or dev kit. The TLP68UBAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP68UBAM/16161654) is kinda like those yachts that have another, smaller, boat that can launch off of it (https://www.travelpulse.com/News/Entertainment/This-Yacht-Has-a-Garage-for-Your-Boat). There's the main power outlet plate with 6 outlets, then a detachable clamping USB power module that extends out and clamps onto a desk for plugging in up to 4 USB Type A. This one is nice if you're OK with having the power adapter on the floor or otherwise hidden behind your workspace There's also some super funky shapes, like the cubic TLP368CUBEUAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP368CUBEUAM/16161497) which is evocative of a Borg Spaceship (https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Borg_cube) Or the spherical TLP38UAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP38UAM/16161623) with 3 outlets and 4 USB ports. While we didn't pick up a TLP410UCUFOAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP410UCUFOAM/16161616) we do note how useful it would be for a conference table so that folks don't end up crouching below the table then bonking their heads. But our number one fav, which we're going to use on the desk we broadcast EYE ON NPI from, is the TLP608DMUAM (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/tripp-lite/TLP608DMUAM/15298401) - a cute twist on the familiar 6-outlet favorite. First it is extra long so there's the 4 compact-outlets and then two chonky outlets for big power adapters. There's also two USB A ports with 5V 2.4A out max. Unlike the first adapter we showed off, this one has two thumbscrew clamps that can attach in any direction to any thickness desk. We're going to use this on our Ask-an-Engineer desk to power the lights, overhead cameras and demo boards that power over USB. A power outlet is kinda like a pair of shoes, belt or toothbrush: you want to get really good quality ones because you use them all day every day. The Tripp Lite series from Eaton (https://www.digikey.com/en/product-highlight/t/tripp-lite/antimicrobial-surge-protectors-for-home-and-office) are high quality, surge protected, and are a huge improvement from what you'd normally pick up for $20 from the hardware store. And Digi-Key has all of them in stock for immediate shipment! Order today and you can neaten up your desk wiring by tomorrow afternoon.

In this episode, Pastor Cole prepared a message called "Who is in Your Boat." We will explore the importance of trusting in Jesus during life's storms and finding peace in His presence. Join us for inspiration and encouragement.

The Colby Sapp & IndyCarTim Show LIVE 2/20: #XFL2023 | Karl Malone Sucks | Row, Row, Row, Your Boat Join Colby Sapp and Timm 'IndyCarTim' Hamm as they discuss sports, current events, 'guy stuff,' and whatever else they want! LIVE from the North Dallas Fan Stream Sports - DSP Media Studios and on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch! Join the show wherever you are, and comment to interact with us! ?? - #XFL2023 ?? - The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: Celebrity Birthdays with a Twist ?? - Red Pill/Blue Pill ?? - #TexasRangers Red Uniforms are GONE ?? - Karl Malone Might Suck ?? - The Origin of the Song: Row, Row, Row, Your Boat ???? - A New Twist on Roommates ?? - Raising Canes Legally Banned from Selling ... CHICKEN? ?? - Colby Sapp's World-Famous News & Notes of the Weird & Strange Presented by Turf Life at Turflife.club - The brand that showcases sports, businesses, education, and our enjoyment of the outdoors. Also brought to you by MANSCAPED™, the best in men's below-the-waist grooming. Enjoy 20% off and free worldwide shipping with the code: DSP20 at manscaped.com. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code DSP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/5629821149249536

Today we sat down with Dr. Nate Klemp, author and co-founder of Mindful Magazine. Nate and his wife Kaley co-wrote The 80/80 Marriage, a book that we found to be full of practical insights about how to avoid resentment and replace it with radical generosity between you and your spouse.  Nate also explains how to visualize the true priorities in your marriage, practices for modeling a healthy marriage for your kids, and five habits you and your family can implement to create more time for what really matters to you. We are excited to put the Klemp's practices into play in our own marriages and we hope you find this conversation as valuable as we did.  As always, thanks for listening!   Follow Nate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_klemp/ Nate's writing at Mindful: https://www.mindful.org/author/nate-klemp-phd/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpncjN_woj6Xrth0i-bGp7w Bedtime yoga nidra/mindfulness for kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUmB6pHnpzw Website: https://www.8080marriage.com/ Buy Nate's book: https://amzn.to/3wGY3Pd   If you found this podcast valuable, the best way to say “thank you” is to share it with others and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   Want to be a part of the show? Leave us a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/move101 We'll feature and answer your questions on-air in future episodes. Contact us: Move101podcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Move101Pod Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/move101podcast/ Listen to full episodes and clips on YouTube at Move 101 Podcast   If you are looking for high-quality 3rd party-tested supplements, we recommend TrueNutrition.com  Using our discount code “Move101” will allow you to get 5% off any order - try the Chocolate Fudge Brownie! https://truenutrition.com/p-947-rbghsoy-free-whey-protein-isolate-1lb.aspx When you buy something using our links we may earn a small commission. This is free for you and helps support the show – thank you!   Time Stamps (may vary slightly by platform) (01:12) Nate's Background: The Importance of Mindfulness (05:00) Practices to Set a Daily Rhythm for You and Your Family (19:42) Priorities and Learning to Say No: What's on Your Boat? (25:18) Communication: Reveal and Request (36:10) Marriage Roles, Fairness, and Radical Generosity (54:53) Advice for Dating (01:01:52) The Reluctant Partner Problem (01:05:00) How a Good Marriage Can Change the World (01:10:50) How to Teach Your Kids About a Successful Marriage (01:19:05) The 5 Essential Habits of an 80/80 Marriage (01:25:45) Where to Find Nate and His Upcoming Work (01:27:02) Actions to Take Today Featuring Rocky the Rooster Extreme Energy by MusicToday80: https://soundcloud.com/musictoday80/r... Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTg

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down again with Coley Faircloth to talk about his new retail venture, Shrimp Road Surf Co. If you remember from a past episode, Coley is the founder of the lifestyle brand, The Grateful Diver (found here). More on the Shrimp Road Surf Co. Welcome to Key West's newest retail apparel store for the ocean enthusiast! We're your one-stop shop for custom shirt printing, gear rental, local art, apparel & accessories, and "Your Boat on a Shirt." (See more info on that one-of-a-kind shirt below. If you're a boat owner, you're going to want one!) The Shrimp Road Surf Co. is a new retail surf shop at the Perry Hotel and Marina offering apparel and accessories for your days out on the water! Website: https://shrimproadsurfco.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shrimp_rd_surf_co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shrimp.rd.surf.co

  In this episode of Boat Buyers Secret Weapon Podcast, Captain Matt talks Should You Run Ethanol in Your Boat? And, much more   Links discussed in today's episode:   Free training for new boat owners at www.BoaterBootcamp.com Free Boat Buyer's Toolkit for boat researchers and shoppers: www.BoatBuyersToolkit.com If you are a first-time boat buyer that is confused, overwhelmed and frustrated with the buying experience, the First-Time Boat Buyer's Academy is right for you. www.FirsttimeBoatBuyer.com Own a boat but are a little stressed around the docks and other situation, check out BestBoatCaptainOnTheWater.com or www.BestPontoonCaptainOnTheLake.com   Youtube Videos to Accompany this Podcast:   1:   How To Buy A Used Pontoon Without Getting Ripped Off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfbgGMEHfMs   2:  How To Buy A Used Boat Without Getting Ripped Off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW5KhxkiHV0   3:  Advice For First Time Boat Buyers (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6x0c-2g_kk   4:  Boat Loan Basics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n97MsMqXybk   5:  Pontoon Trailer Basics, How To Buy The Right Pontoon Trailer: https://boatbuyerssecretweapon.com/pontoon-boat-trailer-for-sale/   6:  Boat Trailer Basics, How To Buy The Right Trailer For Your Boat: https://boatbuyerssecretweapon.com/boat-trailer-basics/   7:  Insider Secrets To Trading Your Boat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgqQyZc4U0E   8:  How to Buy a Pontoon or Tri-Toon https://youtu.be/MfbgGMEHfMs   9:  How to Buy a Used Center Console https://youtu.be/ApWArNPhyBk   10:  How to Buy a Used Bow Rider https://youtu.be/oPbZ9blQPVM   11:  How to Buy a Used Aluminum Fishing Boat https://youtu.be/ouLO0KwHX1E       Boating, boats, boatsforsale, fishing, newboats, outdoors, pontoonboats, pontoons, skiing, usedboats, watersports     Capt. Matt from Boat Buyer's Secret Weapon

Mission PointBrother Neil Carroll preaching “Who's in Your Boat?” at Mission Point's Youth Weekend on Sunday morning.no00:36:570028Who's in Your Boat? - Youth Weekend - Bro. Neil Carroll - 28 November 2021 AMfull

Carrier Sunday Sermon - Is Jesus in Your Boat? (Part 3) - 8/15/21

“You are only going to be as good as the people you surround yourself with, so be brave enough to let go those who keep weighing you down.” -Ziad K. Abdelnour In this week's episode, we'll look at the type of people you want and don't want in Your boat. Sometimes our lives are not heading in the right direction simply because of who we've allowed to be a part of it. Enjoy the last episode of the season in this two part series, Who's in Your Boat? Read the blog @ jasminelozano.com ** Season 1 is wraps up today July 16th with Season 2 starting the first Friday of September. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jasminelozano/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasminelozano/support

“You are only going to be as good as the people you surround yourself with, so be brave enough to let go those who keep weighing you down.” -Ziad K. Abdelnour In this week's episode, we'll look at a group of sailors who had the wrong person in their boat. The story of Jonah not only shows what happens to a man who disobeys God, but how it affects innocent bystanders. Sometimes our lives are not heading in the right direction simply because of who we've allowed to be a part of it. Enjoy the first episode of this two part series, Who's in Your Boat? Read the blog @ jasminelozano.com/2021/07/09/whos-in-your-boat-part-1-of-2/ **New episodes will now be posted on Fridays!! Season 1 is wrapping up July 16th with Season 2 starting the first Friday of September. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jasminelozano/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasminelozano/support

 Listen to today's message  " Invite Jesus into Your Boat" because when Jesus is aboard what causes us to toil He can make it right if we will listen and obey. Why don't you let Jesus into Your Boat! Luke 5:1-11      

Whom do you have in your boat? As you are going through the storms of life, where do you draw your strength? Join Rev. Charles Obara as he teaches us from the sermon 'Who Is in Your Boat?'. #CITAMChurchOnline #ChurchEveryday

Find out what happens when Goldilocks goes into the woods, along with the three pigs. Then listen to a nursery rhyme favorite called, row, row, row your boat.Bedtime Stories: 12-Book Boxed Sethttps://littlegrasshopperbooks.com/collections/storybooks/products/bedtime-stories-12-book-boxed-setMother Goose: 12-Book Boxed Sethttps://littlegrasshopperbooks.com/collections/storybooks/products/mother-goose-12-book-boxed-setSorry, there is NO Direct Link for Row, Row, Row, Your Boat.Storybook Bundles PodcastOn Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and moreLet's Read & Storybook Bundles Social Media Links:https://storybookbundlespodcast.buzzsprout.comLet's Read Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/letsread415/Let's Read YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjo2n2aYTFY-kSlVeWputjQLet's Read Instagram Page:https://www.instagram.com/letsread415/?hl=enLet's Read Twitter Pagehttps://twitter.com/EdisonRagsdaleLet's Read Pinterest Page:https://www.pinterest.com/letsread415/patreon.com/mystorybookbundlescurlyblue productionsletsread415@gmail.com#storybookbundlesDo You Need A Narrator For Children's Storybooks?If you have a Children's Short Storybook that you'd like me to do an audio narration, you can contact me regarding plans, and pricing. Use Storybook Bundles on Facebook Messenger, or email: letsread415@gmail.com.At this time I am only accepting Storybooks for ages 0-3, and NO more than 300 words long.Thank you,EGR If You like the Storybook Bundles Podcast, please Like, Follow, Subscribe, and even share it with family and friends.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/mystorybookbundles)

January 24, 2021 Sermon: Get Out Of The Boat Jesus is asking His first disciples to join Him and believe in Him as the Savior. Even though they would be giving up everything to put their total trust in Him! This is the same message He tells us! “Get Out of Your Boat of comfort and security and trust in Me and follow Me immediately!” It’s a big task, but He’s promised He will be with you forever!

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“It’s not Your Boat” from www.vopwc.org by Pastor N. R. Taylor, Jr.. Released: 2020. Genre: Vocal. The post It’s not Your Boat appeared first on Voice Of Praise Worship Center.

Breaking down the Nursery Rhyme Row, Row, Your Boat. Our Hosts determine the spiritual factors related to this subject and as the episode progresses they delve even deeper into the more hidden esoteric principals. Support the show

Breaking down the Nursery Rhyme Row, Row, Your Boat. Our Hosts determine the spiritual factors related to this subject and as the episode progresses they delve even deeper into the more hidden esoteric principals.

Every day, you're given chances to grow, to connect, and to make a difference. Join Pastor Joakim Lundqvist to see how you can Step Out of Your Boat into something greater.

Don’t let thunderstorms and crashing waves around you keep you from what God has in store for you. Every day, you’re given chances to grow, to connect, and to make a difference. Are you ready to Step Out of Your Boat into something greater?

Pastor Andy bringing us our message today “How’s Your Boat?”. Open your bibles to John 6:16-21. Listen now or download for later.  Listen on Facebook or YouTube.  33.17 min. The post How’s Your Boat? appeared first on Hope Community Church Of Lowell.

“Is Jesus in Your Boat?” from www.vopwc.org by Pastor N. R. Taylor, Jr.. Released: 2019. Genre: Vocal. The post Is Jesus in Your Boat? appeared first on Voice Of Praise Worship Center.

We continue our Journey Through John's Gospel with this message about Taking Jesus into Your Boat, from John 6:14-21.

Pastor Yomi Badejo-Okusanya - Step Out of Your Boat by Grace Assembly, Oregun

Are you rowing YOUR BOAT...gently? Here are 3 questions to ask, and find out: 1. Who’s rowing your boat? 2. Are you IN SYNC with that person? 3. Are you ALL IN? Even when it seems counterintuitive, or you'll go in circles. Please grab your SACRED S.O.L. D.A.T.E. JOURNAL (Daily Action To Engage yourself.)   TODAY’S SACRED S.O.L. STEP IS THIS:  Take a look at your life right now, and ask yourself: Are I rowing my boat gently? I’d LOVE to hear from you!! By the way, if you haven't already listened/downloaded my new song (EPISODE 291), you can also listen to it here: letsnottalkaboutex.com, and cast your vote for your favorite version. S.O.L.| NOT SOLO. If you haven't already joined the movement, you're personally invited to come over to the WOMEN SIPPING ON LIFE S.O.L. MOVEMENT Closed FB Group and Join the MOVEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WSOLMovement/ I can't wait to meet you there, and engage with you even more!  I’m also going to be inviting listeners onto the program. If you have a story you'd like to share — a song to sing (but not a Poor Me Story) — send me an email at: drshannon@doctorshannon.com and put SHARE MY STORY in the subject line. Thank you for being here, and allowing me to Sip On Life with you. Visit WomenSippingOnLife.com for more free resources, including my CHECKLIST FOR CHANGE, Engagement Checklist + Evaluation Rating, Six Sacred S.O.L. DATE Secrets…and a FREE copy of my best-selling book, Date Yourself Well. You can also check out my Dr. Shannon Facebook Page for more daily S.O.L. TRAINING. I look forward to seeing you again tomorrow. Please invite your best girlfriends to come and join our S.O.L. PARTY. xo Dr. Shannon. Inspiring minds that want to grow and hearts that want to know, so you can love you, your life, and your life’s work well. ONE SIP AT A TIME. A special thanks to the following souls for helping me launch our WOMEN SIPPING ON LIFE podcast… Intro/Outro done by UNI V. SOL  Outro music by Jay Man: Mind Over Matter (www.ourmusicbox.com)  Podcast cover design and web site done by: Pablo Aguilar (www.webdesigncreator.com) Podcast cover photo by Kate Montague of KM Captured (www.kmcaptured.com) 

When I was a toddler and would hum the tune, "Row, Row, Row, Your Boat," my parents couldn't tell what song it was. I had no sense of pitch. My grandfather could have been a concert pianist and had amazing pitch...such a dramatic fall to his granddaughter! I grew up believing I couldn't sing and still have trouble singing in front of people. What instrument did I want to play when elementary instrument sign ups came along? The violin. You know, an instrument that you need to be able to tell when you're out of tune in order to play! Generally speaking, when you hit the correct piano key, you get the correct note. Things are a little more nebulous on a stringed instrument. You need to be able to tell when your fingers have found the right place. Luckily, six or seven years of playing and private lessons had a big impact and my sense of pitch has been trained. It's much better than when I was a toddler. Welcome to the 2017 quote series. This is one of a series of abbreviated episodes happening before Labor Day where we're taking a look at little bits of wisdom in the form of quotes. Today's quote is from Dr. Maya Angelou and she said, "A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song" You have a song. You have a song that is particularly yours. It is shaped by who you have been made to be. But, as my actual voice was shaped by training my ear, yours has been shaped by circumstances as well. The world has plenty of people who are more than willing to spout answers. Many of us have a nature that wants to solve problems. Solving problems makes us feel like we're doing something. But, generally people just want our song. Or, to share their song with us. I think I'm about to take Dr. Angelou's quote in a direction that it wasn't meant to go. But, I don't think she'd argue. Hurting people are all around us. You don't need an answer to help them. Simply acknowledge their hurt and listen. Your attitude of caring, your listening, your willingness to hear them is your song. And that song penetrates hearts so much faster, so much deeper than answers. You don't need to have the answer. Instead what if you sing? And what if you really listen to the songs of those around you?

Getting Out of Your Boat

Getting Out of Your Boat