There’s “real” content coming in a little bit, but I am so proud of this stuff, I feel the need to share it here. The Kansas State Picking & Fiddling Championships were held here in Lawrence this past Sunday. In South Park, hundreds gathered to watch people play, and my family was among them.
We weren’t there to see just anyone, though. My son Tony was competing in the mandolin category. He placed third. Hell, yeah! And first and second were adults. Third best mandolin player in the state lives in my house, folks.
Pictures viewable here, taken by my sister Lauren.
Video, too… taken by me.
I just wanted to say that I am very proud of my grandson Tony on this accomplishment. I love you Tony!!!! Keep up the good work and grandma hopes to visit you one day soon. xoxoxox
From your grandma Debby in Greensburg, Indiana
Tony~ Wow, what a surprise that was! I didn’t even know you could play the mandolin! You did a great job..it sounded wonderful!
Big hugs!
Your Great Aunt Sylvia,
in-Huntington Beach, CA
That was very nice picking. Way to take the stage and show everyone your talent! I hope you keep at it.
Kevin Meeks
Sunman, Indiana
Tony, I haven’t seen you since you were a little boy, Grama Debby sent me this video of you playing the Mandolin! You are AWSOME!! Hope to see you on TV someday! Keep up the good work. We are all so proud of you. Auntie Jan
Way to go little enchilada eater!!! Play that mandolin!! Great job!! You are awesome!! Send me your autograph now, I will never get one later. Remember cousin James and Wanda from Sunman, Indiana where you had your birthday party when you were out here? Love you and keep up the good work!! Love ya lots, James and Wanda
P.S. Next time we see you we’ll make you some more chicken enchiladas. Remember how you loved them and couldn’t stop eating them? Love ya!
Way to go, little man! Wish I could have been there to see you do it! So next time I see you, you’ll have to tell me all about it. Miss your sweet little face.
hugs~~ great aunt pj
Remember me? Your Mom and I used to work together and you’ve visited here at my house a couple of times. I’m really glad your Mom sent me this link.
What a great job! You’ve inspired me to get my fiddle out of its case.
Keep it up!
Ruth
Wow Tony! It takes a lot of guts to get up in front of other people and play an instrument. I never could do it. Everyone is very proud of you.