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Coming Full Circle

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Grants Pass, OR 199909023

Lawson Rollins - Full CircleLooking in the rear view mirror  provides interesting perspective, occasional regret and a chuckle or two.  When one reaches a pivotal turning point both  personally and professionally... coming Full Circle can be music to one's ears.

I'm a huge music lover.  Rarely does a moment go by that I'm not listening to music or humming a tune.  I used to embarrass my kids by humming the Carpenter's "Top of The World' song while strolling down the aisles at the grocery store (don't ask me why that song comes to mind).  They were mortified as I happily hummed along ;-)

This past week, one of my favorite jazz guitarists, Lawson Rollins, introduced his new CD, Full Circle.  No two words are more apropos in summing up my existence this past year.  The individual song titles on this album are quite fitting and entertaining too... 'Momentum, Point of Attraction, Pursuit, Flight, Horizon, Bloom, Full Circle, Serpents Tale, The Offering, Gone From Here, Shifting Seasons, and Promise.' 

Is Lawson Rollins a mind-reader?  Perhaps not, although his music is certainly food for the soul.  I wasted no time downloading the entire album from iTunes to enjoy on my next road trip.  

Having come full circle... the future looks bright.  Perhaps now I'll be humming a tune that's easier on the ears (for my kid's sake), played by an exquisitely talented guitarist who is also easy on the eyes ;-)  Thanks Lawson!

Coming Full Circle - Melinda Peterson

 

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Mel Peterson

 Melinda Peterson, ABR, CRS

 Oregon Principal Broker

 Real Estate Cafe LLC

 541-659-1620

 TheOregonDream.com

 

 

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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Mel, I feel at times my life trials and tribulations are unique and only happen to me.  Yet when others talk about their experience or when writers write songs and singers sing songs that feel like they were just for me ... I am reminded that we are not alone, we are connected, and that others face similar trials ... it's life.  I'm so glad you are enjoying Lawson's new Full Circle CD.  

Jul 25, 2013 02:36 AM
Cynthia Larsen
Cotati, CA
Independent Broker In Sonoma County, CA

I think we connect with artists whose songs mirror our lives ... because they write those songs about their own. I'll check out his music, it sounds wonderful. And yes, I love to hum when my 10 year old granddaughter is with me, especially in the bank with the surveillance cameras and monitors. Watching her react (Nana .... Boo .... Stop .... Singing!!!!) is precious.

Jul 25, 2013 03:02 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Mel-Music evokes many feelings in us depending on our mood and the song playing at the time. Glad you found one that spoke to you. Always a good thing to have happen.

Jul 25, 2013 03:32 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Mel,

I love music too, it is a form of poetry...Have a great day, A

Jul 25, 2013 05:57 AM
Rob Thomas
Prestige Homes of The Tri Cities, Inc. CALL....423-341-6954 - Bristol, TN
Bristol TN-VA & Tri Cities Agent, ABR, GRI, e-Pro

Mel,

thanks for sharing about Lawson Rollins... will be sure to check his music out in itunes as well! Carpenters was/is one of my favs too.

have a great night

Rob

Jul 25, 2013 06:37 AM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

You are not alone... Kathleen!  I think we've all felt that way a time or two.  Music has a way of connecting our thoughts and experiences and taking us to recollections of happier times.  I hope you get a chance to listen to Lawson's music (just click on the link for a taste of heaven)... he's sure to please ;-)

Yes indeed... Cynthia!  Sometimes I find myself laughing out loud when I hear some lyrics that 'mirror' me ;-)  I'm glad to hear that I'm not the only one who humms... I was doing it the other day while getting my oil changed... apparently I stopped for a minute, and just then, a gal in the room said out loud... Why did you stop?  I said, are you talking to me? (totally clueless as to what she was talking about).  She said... you stopped humming... keep going ;-)  LOL!

It sure does... Sharon!  I LOVE music and the reminiscent memories of the past that it invokes.  I don't think I could go a day without music.  I hope your day is filled with wonder and song ;-)

A form of poetry... I like the sound of that Alexandra!  It certainly is.  I know this might sound strange, but I even like a bit of Rap at times ;-)  I can see beauty in just about everything.

If you like smooth jazz, you'll like Lawson Rollins... Rob!  I have to laugh about the Carpenters... I never listen to them... but that one song always enters my head and I find myself humming it.  

Jul 25, 2013 06:43 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Mel-It is filled with wonder all right. I wonder what I am doing all the time. Smiling

 

Jul 25, 2013 06:50 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Nothing like the Carpenters! Yeah, right!  I may not hum but I do talk to myself. Does that count?

Jul 25, 2013 07:39 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Mel

The time was right for the CD to come into your life.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Jul 25, 2013 10:22 AM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

LOL... Sharon! 

Ha... Gary!  They're not bad... just not my fav genre of music ;-)

I totally agree... Lou.  I've always liked Lawson's style of music ;-)

Jul 25, 2013 11:47 AM
Charles Stallions
Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pensacola, FL
850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.

I so loved the Carpenters as well, music you could understand. Aw a trip down memory lane.

Jul 25, 2013 12:27 PM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Mel, jazz guitar came of interest to me about 7 or 8 yrars ago.  Mr. Rollins' talent will be sought out. 

Jul 25, 2013 01:26 PM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Will definitely have to check that out in iTunes.  My Donald says I need more variety on my phone for the road trips.

Jul 25, 2013 02:05 PM
Melinda (Mel) Peterson
Grants Pass, OR - Bend, OR
The Savvy Broker - ABR, CRS

They're definitely easy listening... Charles ;-)

Me too... Kev!  I've totally broadened my horizons thanks to Sirius/XM radio ;-)

Lawson's music provides just enough rhythm to make you wanna swing your hips... Tammy ;-)

Jul 25, 2013 02:14 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Hey Mel, would love to catch up with you soon. Miss you and know you're busy too...hugs. ( Smiling about " On top of the World.)

Jul 28, 2013 03:42 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource
Mel, music affects us on so many levels...after I read this post two things came to mind; the first was how just earlier today I was attaching a tune I knew to the personality of each agent in my office. The second; I looked over at my large collection of CD's, album's and tapes and wanted more.
Jul 30, 2013 12:57 PM