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Jean Eichhorn's avatar

His family may not realize it; but, John Denver is still loved, respected and sorely missed.

donald a weeks's avatar

Yours Truly Dan Rather was born and raised in Texas. I think that is why Mr Rather considers himself a country boy. A good part of Texas is rural ranching country.

Jasper's avatar

Love this song! Thank you for making me smile

Betsi's avatar

Wow, Dan, you must be a really fast two-stepper!! Excellent choice for the Sunday smile. Thanks!

Peter Matthews's avatar

John Sommers played the fiddle and he wrote that song indeed.

Thank God I'm A Country Boy is truly one of John Denver's best songs EVER!

The lyrics are well-written as well.

It's so sad that John Denver's no longer with us and unable to witness America's 250th anniversary.

If he lived to the 2000s, 2010s and 2020s he would have a lot to say and he wouldn't be happy, but he'd encourage us to keep the faith and be proud Americans in good times and bad times.

Janine Cohen's avatar

He was my mom’s favorite. His music was a constant presence during my childhood. And my mom was a city gal!

Katie Chafin's avatar

It's great to focus on what makes us smile in a time where most articles make us grimace. You don't have to be a country boy or girl to appreciate the simple things in life and some lively heart felt music. Thanks again Dan for keeping us steady. You are a credit to humanity ❣️

Lorraine Pesther's avatar

Thanks, Dan. I LOVED John Denver. Felt so bad about his untimely death.

Since you say you are a country boy, I am wondering if you can do the Texas Two Step.

I'll bet you can.

Rebecca Bronson's avatar

Thanks Dan! John Denver was my first favorite singer growing up.

Herman's avatar

' Heavenly Father '

After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. (Matthew 6:9-13 KJV)

For Logos, and Christos, and Telos, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen (Romans 11:36 KJV).

The Language of The Universe is Logos.

John 1:1 In the beginning was Logos, and Logos was with God, and Logos was God.

Christopher M. Langan, living god.

Reality is a language that is talking to itself about itself, hology.org μ

4RealDeal's avatar

Thanks for the memory Dan.

Sheila Hamlin's avatar

John Denver left us way too soon. I still listen to his music. He has always been one of my favorite performers. I have so many favorites, but as a native of Colorado I would pick, "Guess He'd Rather Be in Colorado."

CrankyGardener's avatar

Saw him in concert - great entertainer! And yes, I’m old as dirt. 🤣

Robin Witherspoon's avatar

Thanks, Dan! I am still a huge John Denver fan. I appreciate this "Reason to Smile!"