Dr. Fry's Texas Medicine Band was was popular in Houston from the mid-1980s through the early 1990's and was one of the most played Indie artists in the early 2000s. The Reason was one of the band's most played songs, which is ironic because it was marketed to country radio and is really more poetic than country songs. Doug Sharp wrote all lyrics, and I wrote the music. There were two other choruses written before deciding on this one. I reduced the song to a time more conducive to radio play, and though that worked well I miss the real version of the song, which is only available on home demo tape. In the longer version, the second verse completes the vision in the first one. There's almost a music in the moon's yellow light That sings its song near and afar To hear it is to wish for night without end And a sky full of bright twinkling stars. Another original verse that is omitted in the official release is: I'm glad of you coming though it was …
Economics
When I go to a store, I see an array of products. I do not go to sleep at night wondering if the products are going to be there the next day. Yet, they are. Why? What makes our economy work? I have always been fascinated with economics, enough to get a Ph.D. in that field. I have supported my family by applying economic principles. In the “publish or perish” academic world, I published articles in peer-reviewed journals. As an expert witness in large commercial lawsuits, I faced examination by lawyers who were provided questions by opposing economists. In this section of the website, I will explain some basic economic principles that will help you understand our economy and the reasons certain things are happening in this world that we share. I will address some economic topics of great interest to us all. In the picture I am with Dr. Tom Saving, a friend and a great economist. …
Rett Syndrome
Dr. Huda Zoghbi, who discovered the gene that causes Rett Syndrome, presents Ashley with a gift shawl. Dr. Zoghbi credits Ashley with inspiriing her to search for 16 years for the cause of Rett Syndrome. My wife, Judy, and I have considerable experience with Rett Syndrome. In this section, I will share some of these experiences. Rett syndrome is a developmental disorder that seen almost always in girls. It is caused by mutations on the X chromosome on a gene called MECP2. Rett syndrome strikes all racial and ethnic groups, and occurs worldwide in 1 of every 10,000. Rett syndrome causes loss of the ability to talk, loss of hand use, problems cognitive, sensory, emotional, motor and autonomic function. Rett Syndrome potentially could be cured. It has been proven in animal models that lost function can be restored regardless of age, but much research needs to be done to find out how to do this in afflicted people. …
Is Your Ancestor a Monkey?
Is Your Ancestor A Monkey?: An Exploration of Key Issues in the Evolution Versus Creation Debate Coming March 6, 2023 This book examines some important key issues in the evolution versus creation debate, including the importance of the Big Bang, the building blocks of life, DNA information, archeological evidence. intelligent design, and near-death experiences. By the end of this brief discussion, you will better be able to know what you believe and explain why you believe it. 5.0 out of 5 stars Does evolution make sense as an explanation for the origin of humans? Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2023 This very readable book takes you through the main claims that evolution can explain the origin of humans, presents the relevant scientific data, and asks the tough questions. Everyone from junior high to adult will be fascinated by the incredible intricacy of humans, at every level of detail all the way down to DNA. Could this just evolve by chance, or is it …
Bop ‘til I Dropped
When I was in the fifth grade, I discovered Rock & Roll. My first records were 45 RPM albums by Bill Haley and His Comets and Elvis Presley. The music hit me like a bolt of lightning. I was one of those kids who could not get enough of the music, and I could “bop ‘til I dropped”. I began playing guitar in about the 9th grade. I had taken piano lessons for four years when I was in elementary school, but little of it affected me emotionally. No so with the guitar. After all, Bill Haley played guitar. Elvis Presley played guitar. My father played guitar, and he guided me when I needed some good coaching. He would give me a song and encourage me play it in every key. I knew of a boy who had an older brother in a country band. When the older brother moved out to go elsewhere, the younger brother started selling everything in his older brother’s room. I bought a jumbo model Kay guitar from that boy. I also bought a stack of 45 RPM records by Hank Williams, who had been dead …