…a lovely birthday today.
Thanks for asking.
Fred! Thompson’s Christmas Ad
UPDATE: My buddy BobSmith adds in the comments:
Great video: an idea for anyone who’s moved by it. Go to USO.org and donate to Operation Phone Home…every $15 donated buys 45 minutes of phone time for a serviceman/woman. Click on Donate Now on the home page and then Donate to a specific program on the following page.
An excellent suggestion.

The Smiths x 2 (plus a bonus)
How Soon Is Now?:
There Is A Light That Never Goes Out:
BONUS: Radiohead covers The Headmaster Ritual:

Chet Atkins & Don McLean – Vincent
I saw Chet Atkins many years ago during the Spoleto USA Festival in Charleston, SC. It was like sitting with 1200 friends listening to your favorite uncle tell stories and play guitar. A magical evening.
h/t to Lipstick in this thread for starting the search.
