Relfection on Purpose

"He that would make his own liberty secure, must guard even his enemy from oppression; for if he violates this duty, he establishes a precedent that will reach to himself. "

Thomas Paine

Saturday, January 17, 2009

Music to Warm Your Soul

Jan Krist is a folk singer and songwriter who lives in the Midwest. Her voice is pure and beautiful, filled with a strength that comes from her heart. The words of her songs convey truths that you knew were there but didn't know how to say, sometimes with humor, sometimes with great sadness, always with clarity and intelligence.

I can't put a price on how much pleasure I get from sitting in the venues with folk artists like Jan, it has become an essential part of my life, a genuinely good part. I can hardly remember a time before Kris and I started to seek out events that range from coffee shop appearances of school teachers who just love to sing to professional folk festivals that involve entire towns. If you are looking for America, trust me, this is one place you are sure to find it.
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