J- John Denver #A -Z Challenge

John Denver was one of my favourite artists growing up. This love of his music has transpired into many memories for me. Annie’s song written for his first wife was special to me. It was our bridal waltz and every time we hear it—we smile.

Take Me Home Country Roads is a song I can remember singing in the 70’s in front of the school assembly. I have always connected with the words and one day I hope to go to West Virginia—the inspiration for the song.

Thank God I’m a Country Boy and Grandma’s Feather Bed for some reason were regularly played on ski trips in the early 80’s. I have many a clear memory of tapping my skis to these tunes as they were belted out across the mountains as we waited in line for the chair lift.

Unfortunately in 1997 six weeks after the world lost Princess Diana—we also lost John Denver. It was a very sad time. Thanks for the memories and inspiration John—we will never forget you as long as your music lives on.

14 thoughts on “J- John Denver #A -Z Challenge

  1. This was a great tribute to a great artist. I cried all the way through his finale. I always loved John Denver’s songs as I still do. A truly remarkable man as his songs affected millions in this world. Thank you for sharing the videos. Anne 🙂

  2. Now there’s a blast from the past. He left us far too soon. So many great songs.

    Live. Wag. BARK!(LI)

  3. During the 70s we could not go on a family road trip without singing Country Roads. Fond fond memories. I remember exactly where I was when I learned of his death. I was playing in a soccer tournament and between games we were laying in the sun singing Sunshine on my Shoulders. Coincidence? Wow. When we heard the news we sang some more ❤️❤️

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