Hamming it up! ~ August 2011

My Palm Tree

So we decide the other night to invite a few friends over for a fire & a few drinks. I ended up working until 9 so hubby had to do all the prep work. Thanks Hubby!! Here are a few pics of our good times.






My  strong, unique, funny, & smart BFF Lisa



Son's GF



My nephew Zachary




Oldest boy- Berk




Grill Master




Me



some munchies before we put the ham on the Fire-pit Grill



my funny , hilarious, cool, clever, and witty friend Linda




My friends ~ they are a blessing
Me, Linda & Lisa



The original Grill Master checking on the Ham



The Ham on the fire-pit grill



sure looks good

too bad blogger doesn't offer scratch & sniff

the back garden

final check before we munch down

everyone anxiously waiting

tasty treats



Greeley's Reel ~ 3rd CD ~ Live at O' Reilly's

Greeley's Reel Review

Recently received my copy of Greeley’s Reel 3rd CD “Live at O’Reilly’s” and since I know a couple of da boys I thought I’d write a blog .Tony is married to a childhood friend of mine Tracy Button- Menchions and I work with Michael .

About Greeley's Reel

Since 1999, this group of musicians that have been going around playing music for the young and old, and everyone who enjoys some good old fashioned Irish Newfoundland Music. Greeley's Reel has evolved from a kitchen/basement band in Upper Island Cove, NL, to one of the most enjoyable party bands on the Avalon Peninsula. The band consists of Justin Greeley- Mandolin, Accordion, Bodhran, Vocals and also acts as General Manager & booking agent for the band------ Tom Greeley- Guitar, Vocals------- Jack Smith- Bass, Vocals------ Michael Greeley- Guitar, Vocals------ Aubrey Greeley- Fiddle, Accordion, Vocals------ Tony Menchions- Banjo, Harmonica, and Vocals------and there’s Steven Greeley – who sometimes joins the band playing Mandolin but is not a full time member.

Their first CD was released in 2005, simply called Greeley’s Reel, their second album; entitled “The Valley Road Sessions” was released in 2008. In November, 2010, the band recorded their third album, in front of a live audience at O’Reilly’s Irish Pub in St. John’s, NL. The CD was released in June, 2011, and is fast becoming the most successful to date. Greeley's Reel performed with the Ennis Sisters at The Music Industry Association Awards Gala and have shared the stage with such names as Rex Goudie, Trooper, Honeymoon Suite, Shanneyganock, The Fables, The Masterless Men, The Irish Descendants, The Celtic Connection, Dermot O'Reilly, Fergus O'Byrne, The Punters, and the list goes on. They have also become regulars at O'Reilly’s Irish Pub on George Street in St. John's, NL.

About the CD

These are just my thoughts as I listened to the CD and I encourage everyone to take a listen and judge for yourself. You won’t be disappointed. Disclaimer: I am no music expert… couldn’t even carry a tune in a wheel barrel as the old saying goes but I know what I like and I really like this CD. Also I have no connection to this band or its web site and receive no money from them. It’s my view for whatever its worth.

Track 1 -Mermaid- a tale of love between a mermaid and a mortal… a grand clever song, very catchy and well sung.

Track 2 -Barley Mow- The verses of "The Barley Mow" wish good luck to various sizes of vessels of alcoholic beverages ( English measurements), and lastly to the barley mow, one of beer's key ingredients. These are sung in descending order from largest (barrel) to smallest (round bowl).Da ‘boys do a top notch job… it’s definitely a tongue twister… Lots of Fun!

Track 3- Black Velvet Band - There are several versions of the Black Velvet Band to be found all across the world from Ireland to America and on to Newfoundland. This one is true to the original and Greeley’s Reel does a wonderful job.

Track 4- Grandpa was a Carpenter – an upbeat two step feel, hard swinging rhythm, distinctive vocal voice…Well done guys!

Track 5- The Good Ship Kangaroo-challenging but traditional shanty, Maritime music with flair. These guys are a talented bunch who can sing bloody well.

Track 6- Red Rose Café – Superb! This definitely is my favorite. Well worth listening to over and over again! Great Voice!

Track 7- Hot Asphalt- Wonderful rendition. Loved it!

Track 8- Wagon Wheel- Words can’t describe how good this is! So I won’t even try.

Track 9- Donegal Danny - about a crew of fishermen who were drowned at sea. A sad but lovely song and sung very well… very moving!

Track 10 Golden Jubilee- Another great tune!

Track 11- Black & Tans- This is real Irish stuff… sounding pretty darn good without the drink…

Track 12- Barrett’s Privateers - really feeling the music (or the drink…lol)! Nice job.

The boys really know how to make their voices grab you and make you listen. This Irish band is highly entertaining and a real crowd pleaser. Run out and get your copy today!

Also a Big shout out to the band for producing an environmentally friendly CD.

All pictures are courtesy of Greeley’s Reel.

  Click here to check out their website

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Where did Summer go?

Where has the time gone? No wait; where has my summer gone? Funny isn't it, how it seems to take forever to get here and then, poof, it's almost over! I cannot believe that it is already July and that I’ll be back at CNA starting a new semester soon. Ah, July in Carbonear. A time for long sleeves and umbrellas, of days spend indoors, or nights huddled around a campfire. Summer, it seems, has gone missing, and the prime suspects are spring and fall. The warmest season has made appearances in places, like Ontario and Nova Scotia. But it's boycotting Newfoundland.""I think the worst is the days are just counting down and we're just not seeing any summer weather." realize my whole summer was spent waiting instead of doing. I don’t do well when it’s hot. I wanted cooler days so I can do the things I enjoy. The older I get, the faster time goes. Sometimes it whizzes by as I wait for energy to get going. I should have cleaned house and done other inside work while it was hot outside. Forget the wiser part. Getting older comes way too soon and youth is gone before you know it! Another reason the time has flown by is because I got a part-time job at the local Supermarket (Powell’s) to help subsidy this poor student.  About school I got my marks for semester 3 had made the Honor Society (3.6 GPA). Wahoo!!! I hope to maintain that!!! So Pat & Shola go easy on me… (Hey Shola you made the blog…lol). I am sad to see summer end but also excited about going back to school some might think it’s boring or hard, but it’s actually can be lots of fun."  So it seems that fall is fast approaching so I urge you all to take advantage of the remaining summer and do something ...anything. Enjoy! Also a reminder  that the Carbonear Car  Show & Shine will be going on this weekend  August 5 ,6 & 7th, 2011 @ Paddy's Garden... Come out & support the Special Oyympics...