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Tuesdays Treasures…A Musical Treat!

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Tuesdays Treasures…A Musical Treat!

 

For as long as I can remember, my brother,Mike, loved music, particularly the Beatles. He started out playing drums, then moved to the guitar. 

 

                              

 

His band, Checkered Past, has played private parties, local events, and clubs. They play at the Houston Rodeo’s BBQ Cookoff for one of the teams.

 

Last Saturday, it was a family affair at Mo’s Irish Pub. Jake, my brother’s grandson and my great-nephew, sat in on the drums for two songs!

What a special moment for the family. Even the old folks (that would be Larry and me) were able to stay out past our bedtime!!! 

 

I could not be more proud of Jake. Along with his musical talents, he has played in chess championships and is experienced in Taekwondo. He has a special surprise for his grandfather at the end of the year, but mum’s the word. 

 

                                        

 

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathy... what lovely memories for the entire family and isn't it great that these days it can all be easily recorded?

May 20, 2025 04:40 AM
Kathy Streib

Nina Hollander, Broker I'm so happy that we went. And, we weren't out that late...well for us.

May 20, 2025 05:25 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kathy Streib 😂

May 21, 2025 04:39 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing Kathy!!! Those are the memories we live off of!!!

What a special moment for the family. Even the old folks (that would be Larry and me) were able to stay out past our bedtime!!!

May 20, 2025 04:46 AM
Kathy Streib

Sham Reddy CRS You're familiar with Houston humidity...it was like a sauna on the patio.

May 20, 2025 05:26 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Kathy - it's somewhat embarrassing how my bedtime gets earlier and earlier these days.  

May 20, 2025 05:04 AM
Kathy Streib

Michael Jacobs I have friends who are in bed earlier but we're usually at home and certainly not out listening to a band at 10 pm. 

May 20, 2025 05:27 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Love it! Your brother obviously knows how to play that guitar! And so adorable that Jake is getting in on the action. Love it!

May 20, 2025 05:04 AM
Kathy Streib

Kat Palmiotti   He and the band members started the band years (and years) ago. His dream was to retire so he could spend more time with his music. 

May 20, 2025 05:29 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Kathy. They say that 70 is the new 50 and it is open to debate, but at 50 I could stay up much later than these days. Kudos to you and Larry for the late night effort and congrats to your great-nephew for being the catalyst. Enjoy your day. 

May 20, 2025 05:49 AM
Kathy Streib

Wayne Martin I am usually up til 11:30 or so but I'm not out at a pub! LOL   I do think 70 is the new 50!!!!  So, you and I are still young!

May 20, 2025 05:34 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Very cool. I see why it was so important for you to move back by family and friends. !!!

May 20, 2025 06:24 AM
Kathy Streib

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty I would have missed so much if we were still in FL. 

May 20, 2025 05:34 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy that had to of been a VERY special treat for you.  Not only were you able to see your great-nephew perform, but you got to stay up after 8:00 as well.   🤣

May 20, 2025 07:54 AM
Kathy Streib

George Souto LOL   I don't need a lot of sleep but I'm of the mind that once I'm home for the night...I'm home. 

May 20, 2025 05:35 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Kathy, for telling us about this special experience.

Enjoy every moment with your family.

May 20, 2025 09:01 AM
Kathy Streib

Roy Kelley when they say Family First...it's true. 

May 20, 2025 05:35 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Kathy, you must be so grateful to now be close to family and these are the moments that become lasting memories!

May 20, 2025 10:46 AM
Kathy Streib

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 I am. Earlier in the day, I went to my great-nephew's First Communion. 

May 20, 2025 05:36 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

I am listening and watching right now Kathy!  I love it!  How fun for the whole family!

May 20, 2025 12:17 PM
Kathy Streib

Anna "Banana" Kruchten Did you see the little kid dancing?  I have no idea who he is but he was going to town. 

May 20, 2025 05:40 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

I did see him and he sure was having fun Kathy!!

May 22, 2025 10:38 AM
Mike McCann Broker - Mach1 Realty
Mike McCann - Broker, Mach1 Realty Broker-Auctioneer Serving Nebraska - Kearney, NE
ALL Types of Property For Sale 308-627-3700

Hi Kathy Streib   Thank you for sharing!  I love old hard rock so I can imagine I would enjoy your brothers band.  

You may not realize this...but as the most frequent commentator on my rare blogs...I wanted to comment on your blog today as this comment will put me at 990,000+ points on AR.  Will make an effort...even though we have been extremely busy (good problem) this spring...I will try to get to the million point mark over the next month or so!  I will try to be around the 285th or so member with  a mil!!! Wish me luck! 

Twang twang!!

May 20, 2025 02:59 PM
Kathy Streib

Mike McCann Broker - Mach1 Realty yea!!!!!!  I will do my best to add to your points! It's not easy when you're busy and I know you've been selling land and houses!!!! Good luck.

May 20, 2025 05:41 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Kathy, how cool to get Jake involved in music and at an event too.

May 20, 2025 04:33 PM
Kathy Streib

Joan Cox He's working on a big surprise for my brother too!!!   He's a good kid and I know he can do whatever he chooses to do. He'll work hard at it. 

May 20, 2025 05:43 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy:

What a wonderful family gathering and a special memory. Loved that video!

Jeff

May 20, 2025 08:06 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love that and if I were in the area I would become a huge fan of Checkered Past, Jake is an amazing addition to the band!!!

May 21, 2025 05:59 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

This is awesome! It must have been so much fun for the boys!

May 22, 2025 08:46 AM
John Henry, Florida Architect
John Henry Masterworks Design International, Inc. - Orlando, FL
Residential Architect, Luxury Custom Home Design

Great Beatle cover.  Lead guitarist very good.  Bassist too (HEE).  Lovely grandkids.

Glad you had a great time.

May 28, 2025 09:27 AM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

I am a secret, wanna-be drummer. I love watching those drummers doing their thing! Such energy!

May 29, 2025 05:55 PM