Remember: If you see a group or individual whose page you want to visit immediately, simply click on their picture.
Welcome to
"Precious Memories"
Homegrown Southern Gospel Music
Let me begin by saying, this website was actually very difficult to assemble. Not intellectually, but emotionally. Each song and each group bring back a special memory from the past that we had carefully stored away in that special compartment of the heart only reserved for treasures of an eternal kind.
It is what it is. A tribute to God's singing army of the past (and present). Each weekend, sometimes more, you precious warriors said goodbye to family and friends... climbed onto a bus, a van, or packed a trailer and crawled into a crowded car to head down the highways and by-ways bringing encouragement and cheer as you spread the Gospel Message in testimony and song. Afterwards, at some common crossroad as the clock rushed from late Saturday to early Sunday, the returning buses, vans, and cars would fill up Shoney's parking lot and most eat a well deserved early morning breakfast before heading home to get a few precious hours sleep... then a mad dash to Sunday School, all the while trying hard not to be late. It didn't work. Time wasn't your friend. But, no one seemed to mind.
We pray God will bless every last one of you. Many have already gone Home.....may our Lord tell them how much we loved and appreciated the many miles and years they served and filled the air with their own sweet unique singing or playing. For those singers and musicians still with us, may this website stand as a humble and sincere expression of the gratitude and love we, in the "clap and cheer" section, hold in our hearts for each. A simple "Thank You" seems so insufficient for all that you have given us. So, I ask our Lord to show each one in your spirit and heart what we are trying to say and accomplish and the love we feel toward each one.
If, by design, we never see each other again this side of Heaven, I'm sure we'll meet again.... just around the curve, straight through the underpass and over the next bridge where the City on a Hill shines bright. Maybe, just inside the gate on Hallelujah Blvd, a big ole tin topped red barn is cranking out some sweet Southern Gospel Music. And gathered outside an open window, a multitude of angels with folded wings strain to understand the meaning of "Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see." Ever listening... but never fully comprehending, angels can only wonder at such mercy and grace our Father extended to mankind through His son, Jesus Christ.
Whatever awaits us, I really believe once there, you'll finally realize all the miles traveled on paved and dirt roads... including the occasional cow pasture trail... in rain, sleet and snow... along with bad directions... mis-scheduled homecomings... dinner on the ground -- 'in the rain'... forgotten lyrics... wardrobe malfunctions... sound board and equipment failure... vehicle breakdowns... flat tires... dead batteries... and, yes, even those few tragic accidents that happened a long time ago in another life on another highway are now nothing more than unforgettable............. "Precious Memories."
Forever grateful,
~lw & deb <><
It is what it is. A tribute to God's singing army of the past (and present). Each weekend, sometimes more, you precious warriors said goodbye to family and friends... climbed onto a bus, a van, or packed a trailer and crawled into a crowded car to head down the highways and by-ways bringing encouragement and cheer as you spread the Gospel Message in testimony and song. Afterwards, at some common crossroad as the clock rushed from late Saturday to early Sunday, the returning buses, vans, and cars would fill up Shoney's parking lot and most eat a well deserved early morning breakfast before heading home to get a few precious hours sleep... then a mad dash to Sunday School, all the while trying hard not to be late. It didn't work. Time wasn't your friend. But, no one seemed to mind.
We pray God will bless every last one of you. Many have already gone Home.....may our Lord tell them how much we loved and appreciated the many miles and years they served and filled the air with their own sweet unique singing or playing. For those singers and musicians still with us, may this website stand as a humble and sincere expression of the gratitude and love we, in the "clap and cheer" section, hold in our hearts for each. A simple "Thank You" seems so insufficient for all that you have given us. So, I ask our Lord to show each one in your spirit and heart what we are trying to say and accomplish and the love we feel toward each one.
If, by design, we never see each other again this side of Heaven, I'm sure we'll meet again.... just around the curve, straight through the underpass and over the next bridge where the City on a Hill shines bright. Maybe, just inside the gate on Hallelujah Blvd, a big ole tin topped red barn is cranking out some sweet Southern Gospel Music. And gathered outside an open window, a multitude of angels with folded wings strain to understand the meaning of "Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see." Ever listening... but never fully comprehending, angels can only wonder at such mercy and grace our Father extended to mankind through His son, Jesus Christ.
Whatever awaits us, I really believe once there, you'll finally realize all the miles traveled on paved and dirt roads... including the occasional cow pasture trail... in rain, sleet and snow... along with bad directions... mis-scheduled homecomings... dinner on the ground -- 'in the rain'... forgotten lyrics... wardrobe malfunctions... sound board and equipment failure... vehicle breakdowns... flat tires... dead batteries... and, yes, even those few tragic accidents that happened a long time ago in another life on another highway are now nothing more than unforgettable............. "Precious Memories."
Forever grateful,
~lw & deb <><
Special Note:
This website will probably never be fully finished. We will continue updating the pages as groups provide us new information. There are several old groups we are attempting to contact and will be adding these as they become available. The slide shows and site pictures will be updated as groups and individuals share with us their private pictures. We will also update the background scenes to reflect the seasons and special holidays of the year. Please take advantage of the contact forms and give a shout out to your favorite group(s). They would love to hear from you............and so would we! Please tell us what we can do to improve the site or make it easier to use. And remember, this site is open to any Southern Gospel/Bluegrass Group or Individual (past or present). If you are interested, you can reach us through the Contact Page. Now, go and enjoy some of the sweetest homegrown Gospel music this side of Heaven! Don't forget to check back often............and please tell your friends about us!
"Many stop by.......few take time to say Hello"
View (or sign) our Guestbook!
(After viewing/signing guestbook, click home to return to Precious Memories.
Also, email addresses of visitors are hidden and not accessible for public viewing.)
(After viewing/signing guestbook, click home to return to Precious Memories.
Also, email addresses of visitors are hidden and not accessible for public viewing.)
|
For some great information on the care and raising of horses, visit our friend Teresa's UK web site:
www.horsecaring5.com |
Chinese
French
German
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Russian
Spanish