In Search of the Human Spirit

You have probably seen the miraculous recover of a dog from the Los Angeles River. A firefighter hanging from a helicopter wrestled with the dog until they both were safely lifted out of the water and returned to land.

It took a couple of days and heartbreak before Maria Medina realized this was her dog that had become so famous. On the day of the big storm both of her dogs had escaped her yard. Her Lab was found by animal control officers and returned to Medina. But, she had no idea where “Spikey” her German Shepherd had gone.

Then her kids saw video of the rescue on the Web. The family has since gone down to identify Spikey who was overjoyed to see his family again.

Currently, he is in quarantine. Once that is over, he will be taken home to be reunited with his family.

89 year old Clark Terry will be honored at the Grammy’s for his achievements in the Jazz genre.  He’s taking a special guest with him, Josh Shpak. Shpak is a 16 year old from Walnut Creek, California.

Terry learned a thing or two from Louis Armstrong.  He feels strongly that he should give back to the younger musicians coming up.  He’s taken Shpak under his wing and will introduce him at the Grammy’s.

Shpak has talent.  He’s been named to the Contra Costa County and All Star Honor Jazz Bands.

Here’s a short video about Josh:

I must apologize (once again) for my absence.  My Dad was sick right after the holidays.  He ended up being hospitalized the second week of January.  He’s doing alot better.  Now I’m trying to get back into the swing of things.

Thanks for your patience!