Wisdom From a Dulcimist

Earlier this week at The Hornpipe folk music Web site, I posted an interview with Michael Shull, one of America’s foremost dulcimer players. His conclusion was a slice of good, old-fashioned profundity. He said: “Most people have a desire to play a musical instrument. Most never try. Some do and give up. The mountain dulcimer is within the reach of most people if they will just give it a try. Their level of success could be just sitting out on the back porch and playing for their own enjoyment. Of course, that is what we all play for.” For Michael, who annually is among the crème de la crème at the national dulcimer championships, it all boils down to back porch pleasure.

Shouldn’t that apply to every endeavor that’s meaningful in our lives?