Servant of Christ Jesus. Husband to 1 beautiful girl. Dad to 3 teens/adults. Church Planter, Pastor, Hymn Writer. All things Baseball. Lover of Westerns.
We received encouraging news this week regarding Bryn’s cancer! As we rejoice, we also know everything can go sideways at any moment. Today however has been a good day. But if something goes wrong tomorrow, we know nothing eternal will change because we are safe in Christ…
My sermon tomorrow at Living Hope Church (Reno):
Acts 7:1-53 — The Testimony of Stephen
Modern rejection of Christ is ancient.
10:00 am at McKinley Arts and Culture Center.
https://t.co/unSnql7yQa
This 2 years old singer shocked everyone 🥹❤️
I was playing piano in los angeles when Leona asked me if I could play "let it go" from frozen💠🎹
As long as I started playing she noticed and microphone above her head and the rest was history ❤️❤️🥹🥹
Maureen O'Hara on what she whispered into John Wayne's ear in the final scene of John Ford's "The Quiet Man" (1952):
"No matter what part of the world I’m in, the question I am always asked is: “What did you whisper into John Wayne’s ear at the end of 'The Quiet Man'?” It was John Ford’s idea; it was the ending he wanted. I was told by Mr. Ford exactly what I was to say. At first I refused. I said, “No. I can’t. I can’t say that to Duke.” But Mr. Ford wanted a very shocked reaction from Duke, and he said, “I’m telling you, you are to say it.”
I had no choice, and so I agreed, but with a catch: “I’ll say it on one condition—that it is never ever repeated or revealed to anyone.” So we made a deal. After the scene was over, we told Duke about our agreement and the three of us made a pact. There are those who claim that they were told and know what I said. They don’t and are lying.
John Ford took it to his grave—so did Duke—and the answer will die with me. Curiosity about the whisper has become a great part of the Quiet Man legend. I have no doubt that as long as the film endures, so will the speculation. 'The Quiet Man' meant so much to John Ford, John Wayne, and myself. I know it was their favorite picture too. It bonded us as artists and friends in a way that happens but once in a career. That little piece of 'The Quiet Man' belongs to just us, and so I hope you’ll understand as I answer:
I’ll never tell."
("Tis Herself A memoir", Maureen O'Hara & John Nicoletti, 2004)
P.S: Remembering John Wayne on his 119th birthday!
What do you think she whispered into the Duke's ear?
Happy Birthday to the Duke!
Today we celebrate the life, legacy, and enduring spirit of John Wayne — an American original whose films and values continue to inspire generations.
What’s your favorite John Wayne film or quote?
My sermon tomorrow at Living Hope Church (Reno):
Acts 6:8-15— The Trial of Stephen
Christ’s church conquers hell’s opposition.
10:00 am at McKinley Arts and Culture Center.
https://t.co/unSnql7yQa
My sermon tomorrow at Living Hope Church (Reno):
Acts 6:1-7 — The First Deacons
Church administration is a gospel matter!
10:00 am at McKinley Arts and Culture Center.
https://t.co/unSnql7yQa