Violin Blue Daniele Todaro These poems, stories, songs, quote, and art have been gathered from all over the world, partly via FIDDLE-L, an online list for fiddlers and those who love fiddle music. dhebert@crocker.com

Waltzing with a Walker by Katie Bailey Recently, we (the Jackson Creek String Band) concluded our set at the Tavares Florida Heritage Day Celebration with "The Tennessee Waltz." Throughout the afternoon we'd noticed several older folks who seemed to very much enjoy the tunes from the past. A particular couple sat through several hours of music obviously enjoying it, singing along. As we started the waltz, the gentleman, who used a walker to help himself get around, stood up and motioned for his wife to join him. He pulled her toward him and they danced, first with the walker between them. Then he pushed it aside and they swayed to the music, smiling, talking, and obviously remembering times from the past. It was a special moment for us in the band. After we finished, she came up and said "we haven't danced in years,and we enjoyed it so - thank you." Sometimes we play for money. Most of the time we play for the special moments. I LOVE playing waltzes! Katie Bailey - Ormond Beach, FL Katie invites you to visit the Wednesday Tunes Jam in Orlando