Along with the rest of the country, I am saddened at the passing of Dolly Parton. Last August, my daughters and I flew to Nashville to see the premier of “Dolly, A True Original Musical”, which was a tune-up for the show that is opening in December on Broadway. I learned so much about Dolly’s life and came away with greater appreciation and respect for her faith, honesty, grit, humor and goodness. Two of my favorite “Dolly-isms” are “If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours” and “A strong woman looks a challenge in the eye and gives it a wink.” Dolly was a beacon of light in this often dark world and will be missed.
‘In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.’ — John Muir
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