Huh? What's Up With That?

   harmoniously speaking...   Have you ever noticed how throughout U.S. history beginning with the earliest war, harmonies have often brought us harmony?   Huh ? What's up with that ?   Musical harmony has periodically produced some kind of an agreement or at the least, harmonious relations among groups divided within our culture. In perilous times, there have been occasions when music has bridged the gap between desperation and hope. Depending upon the circumstances, the right lyrics and tune can be inspiring and galvanizing.  In other words, there have been times when music can serve as an elixir and work magic.     The Revolutionary War is a perfect illustration of how music lifted spirits and served as a motivator to an entire army.  And, unbelievably, it all began with a simple and harmless melody.   Yankee Doodle wasn't really a song about a symbol or war hero.  It was written by a British army surgeon during the French and ...

relishing pickleball..                         Prior to Covid-19, H?WUWT ? had undertaken the project of finding out how retirees and working seniors spent their leisure time.  We found there are a lot of active people who enjoy a wide range of activities, including a game which is gaining in popularity called  pickleball .  We will explore other findings in future posts.     USAPickleball.org , reports pickleball  was invented about 55 years ago on Bainbridge Island, which is close to Seattle.  Three dads of kids who were bored with the usual summer games are credited with creating the sport.  Joel Pritchard, who later served in Congress and as lieutenant governor of Washington was one of the fathers.   The three had just returned from a round of golf when they found their sons sitting around doing nothing. They attempted to set up a badminton set, but no one could find the...