Saturday 9: Judy Garland

It is good to be joining the other Saturday 9 posters after being out for a few weeks.  Click on the link to join us and see how the others have answered these fun questions relating to some of the Judy Garland songs from this 1961 performance.

Judy at Carnegie Hall (1961)

Song #1: "When You're Smiling." What made you smile this week?

There have been a number of things that have brought a smile to my face, actually.  The simple joy of a text from my daughter; a phone call from my son and my sweet husband doing a thoughtful act; talking to my sister and hearing a happy tone in her voice; reading about God's unconditional love for me from His Word; speaking to a lovely group of ladies and seeing their facial responses to what I said; and the lovely appreciation gift they gave me.

Song #2: "Almost Like Being in Love." We've all had many crushes, but love is rare. How many times have you fallen in love?

Oh I thought I was in love a few times, but my real love has lasted just short of 55 years.

Song #3: "This Can't Be Love." This Rodgers and Hart song was introduced in the play, The Boys from Syracuse. Syracuse is the county seat of Onondaga County, NY. What county do you hail from?

I am from Louisiana and we have parishes instead of counties.  I was born in Lincoln Parish, grew up mostly in Evangeline Parish, spent the greatest amount of time (33 years) in Morehouse Parish, and now have resided in Caddo Parish for 17 years.

Song #4: "Do It Again." What's something you'd do again, if only you had the time or money? (A book you'd like to reread, a recipe or pattern you'd like to make again, a vacation destination you'd like to revisit, etc.)

I would like to see and hold my two babies for the first time again.  We think at the time, we will never forget those moments and yet we do.  That was 50 and 48 years ago.

Song #5: "You Go to My Head." Judy forgets the lyrics, but gamely keeps going. Tell us about a recent moment when you chose to keep going, no matter what.

I had hand surgery about 4 weeks ago and started therapy this week to hopefully regain the full use of my hand.  I am determined to keep on keeping on regardless of the pain and discomfort involved.

Song #6: "Alone Together." Is anyone there with you as you answer these questions, or are you alone?

I am all alone but not lonely.

Song #7: "Who Cares?" This song was written by brothers George and Ira Gershwin. They had a lesser known brother, stockbroker Arthur. Are you more creative and artistic, like George and Ira? Or more analytical and methodical, like Arthur?

I am a combination of both.  The analytical and methodical part of me dictates the more structural aspect of my creativity.

Song #8: "Puttin' on the Ritz." Judy sings that The Ritz is the place in New York "where fashion sits." If we wanted to see everyone "all gussied up" in your town, where would we go?

It probably would be one of the Mardi Gras Krewe Balls of which I am not a part.  People dress nicely for the symphony but that is not a formal event like the balls would be.  Both men and women still dress very nicely at our church on Sundays.

Song #9: "How Long Has This Been Going On?" Judy sings about discovering how glorious romance can be. Have you made any new discoveries lately? It doesn't have to be as groundbreaking as Judy's. A new podcast or a faster route to work counts, too. 

I really can't think of anything new, but I have been reminded of some pretty amazing things if that counts.

If you're wondering why there are no Garland hits here ... these are her first numbers in the order that she performed them. She saved her better-known songs for the end of concert. Who am I to second guess Judy?