Rhyme And Reason With Tony Funderburk

I just watched an interesting video about social media anxiety. And the guy shared some disturbing statistics about how toxic social media can be. But, of course, none of his information matters to you and me. Right?   Wrong. Social … Read the rest The post Social media anxiety is a whole nother variety appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

When I first began to chart a course around a piano keyboard, there was a particular singer songwriter I listened to every spare minute I had. And it sort of started with a high school graduation gift…an album. And that … Read the rest The post Americana music and a most unlikely English band appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Stay tuned, Get my Rhyme & Reason Podcast delivered (free) right to your player. My books are also on Amazon.com or Apple Books Grab yourself a cool tee Or how about some music for kids The post Technology changes and life rearranges appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Everyone has a right to life. Seems simple enough. And most people walking around probably appreciate getting to exercise that right. Even if they don’t realize it. And most don’t. In fact, most people are completely clueless when it comes … Read the rest The post Right to Life should be obvious but people are still oblivious appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Transpire. I like that word. Because it feels like it has more depth and meaning than the word, “happen.” And, after all, if it “feels” right, it must BE right. Right? So, that’s part of why I chose the word … Read the rest The post A thousand fires but life still transpires appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Woke up after only one hour of sleep last night. And I quietly dragged myself out to the living room where I was greeted, with glee, by Sleepy Man. One of the most dastardly, sinister, and passive aggressive villains you’ll … Read the rest The post Sleepy Man, what’s your plan? You’re an evil Peter Pan. appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

During my “dating days” (way back in the 20th century) I probably dated two or three girls who were “into meditation.” And I’m talking about the actual sit-down, pose with palms on the knees and pointed upwards kind of meditating. … Read the rest The post Meditate on the Word is what I heard appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Imagine this for a little bit. All your life you’ve had a great relationship with your dad. And I know that’s a hard pillow to swallow for most people these days. But that’s why I said “imagine this.” Ok, you … Read the rest The post Big trouble on the double. And they’re gonna burst your bubble. appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Close your eyes and picture this scene. A long, lush, green meadow gently winds and flows down through a quiet valley. And a herd of sheep, with coats of wool from pure white to chocolate brown, grazing in juicy grass … Read the rest The post Shadow of death and losing your breath appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

We try our best to capture life and make time stand still. And we never succeed. No one has ever succeeded. One of the few things the Rolling Stones got right: “Time waits for no one. And it won’t wait … Read the rest The post Capture life in tiny frames. Remember faces and maybe names. appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

When you hear or read about the issues of the day, you see a pattern. And it’s nothing new, by the way. Even though we so-called “modern” humans think we’re more enlightened and evolved than our ancestors, it’s all a … Read the rest The post Smoke screen same routine that the world has always seen appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

When I was about 4 years old, my parents split up. And my younger brother and I lived with our Grandparents for a while. And one thing I remember, fondly, about my Grandmother was how she sang hymns while she … Read the rest The post Joy in the Lord has a common chord appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

As I started typing, at 3:30 this morning, I wasn’t sure what I would say. It was another physically challenging night. But I know how writing almost always revives my brain and keeps me going. So, I opened the computer, … Read the rest The post Almost always word plays through the maze light a blaze appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Let me tell you about Old Fourlegs, the fish. I know that sounds weird from the git-go. But I think you’ll get a kick out of it. Because it’s one of the rarest of fish tales. It’s true.   Just … Read the rest The post Fish tales and dating and some calculating appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Before I say anything else right now, I want you to know I don’t deny miracles exist. But there’s a long list of things people mistakenly claim as miracles. And I’m talking especially about Christian people. Examples of things that … Read the rest The post Miracles exist but here’s a little twist appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Before I dive in, let me assure you, I’m no expert on the subject of makeup. And I’ve never played a makeup artist on TV. So, please understand what I’m about to share with you includes observations and conclusions. That … Read the rest The post Fifty shades of earth tones in all human flesh and bones appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Back when I was knee-high to a grasshopper (a term used to describe little kids) I went to Sunday school before the “grownup” church services. And I remember enjoying it. (“Gasp! Did he say he enjoyed it?”) Oh yeah. And … Read the rest The post Sunday school days and my dorky ways appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Who doesn’t like to break stuff for fun? C’mon, admit it. And if you could make a six figure income just for breaking stuff, wouldn’t you have the perfect job? But who wants a job you gotta show up for … Read the rest The post Break stuff for fun till the world comes undone appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

It’s the last day of August, in case you hadn’t noticed. And when I went outside, early this morning, there was a delicate, cool wind blowing. So, I checked my weather app, and it was 45 degrees. Considerably different than … Read the rest The post Last day of August and a cool wind gust appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Put on your Sunday best I’m not sure if other parts of the country used that expression. But I grew up mostly in the South. First, as a toddler and juvenile in Oklahoma. And then, from the third grade to … Read the rest The post Sunday best was how we dressed appeared first on Tony Funderburk.