Zen and the Art of Scottish Snare Drumming

"Geez, this drum sounds like shite!"

"It's not the hardware, my friend. The sound of the drum is the soul projecting through the hands and sticks."

... awkward pause ...

"Gawd, that was beautiful. Can I use it in my blog?"

"Yeah, I guess so. I didn't know you had one."

"I don't, but I might make one just for that!"
 

A Visit from an Old Friend

He walked into the edge of light around me and said "Hey!"

I haven't seen him since he passed away nearly twenty years ago. He looks younger now, and happier too. He said he's glad the Band is doing well; and not to worry, there are new players coming out in February.

We exchanged pleasantries for a moment. And then I awoke.