MrRoute66

"Don't walk behind me, I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend."
- Albert Camus



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Greetings my music loving friends.
My name is Michael.

I LOVE music! Besides listening to music, I love to play the piano, guitar and clarinet. Years ago I even played the stringed bass. I love to read, walk, camp, talk, and help others. I have driven Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles (more than 2,000 miles) twice in its entirety and smaller sections many times. I have travelled all but 3 of the 50 United States. I have vacationed in Mexico and Canada. A few years ago I ran the Chicago Marathon (26 miles 385 yards). I did not do it because I enjoyed long distance running but because my running buddies told me I would not be able to run it. So, I had to prove them wrong. For about 4 years I had been running 5k a day, never anything close to a marathon. Short story….. I completed the marathon in respectable time and no injuries. There is no end to what anyone can do when you believe in yourself. It helps when others believe in you too.

Today, I am running a different kind of marathon, one for my life. I was diagnosed with cancer 12/2007. I completed my treatments 12/2008. Now my numbers are on the rise again. My family and friends often ask me how I can keep such a positive attitude and joke around. First I have to face my reality but I do not let it conquer me. If I have control, I can enjoy my family, friends and music. I have learned to laugh again, usually at myself. Laughter is contagious. It is good for the soul. I have much heartfelt support from my family and friends. Do not confuse support with pity. I want no one’s sorrow or pity,
I live like a survivor, not a victim. I believe in myself. Every day is a gift! The best is yet to come, I am a believer. My faith has helped me shed all fear. Right now I am striving to make the rest, the best!"

This race will not be easy but running over 26 miles was not easy either. I also remember that it is only one step at a time. Each step brings me closer to my finish line. I will carry this battle to the end. I will fight every step of the way to defeat this. With a positive attitude and God's love and grace, I will cross the finish line once again.

Your friend in Music
Michael




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Ava Rose (As Dorothy- Wizard of Oz)





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MrRoute66's top 50 albums (overall):
1. Sofia Talvik - Street of Dreams (480)


2. Sofia Talvik & The Tallboys - Blue Moon (259)


3. Freddy Cannon - Big Blast From Boston: Best Of (238)


4. The Beach Boys - The Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 (162)


5. Rod Stewart - The Complete Great American Songbook (116)


6. Lou Christie - Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 (110)


7. Michael Jackson - The Essential Michael Jackson (109)


8. Steve Wariner - Burnin' the Roadhouse Down (68)


9. Various Artists - More Songs of Route 66: Roadside Attractions (60)


10. Amy Grant - Christmas to Remember (55)


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