Mama Diaries

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

A Strange Kind of Zoo

My son, Bubba, recently went to a zoo up in North Georgia.

When you think of zoos, I'm sure you picture lions, tigers, bears, elephants, giraffes, and hippos. There were absolutely none of these creatures at the zoo.  What was at the zoo were chickens. Free-range chickens. And there were some dogs. In cages. And some cows and ponies. And a couple of wolves and an owl. Maybe the wolves made it a zoo. I don't know.  This zoo even had a zoo guide. Like the kids who went really needed a guide to tell them what a chicken was!

All I have to say is that I hope the chickens had the sense to stay away from the wolves, or things could get a little messy!


And now for something completely unrelated. Since many of you are home because of covid-19, I thought I'd share a video from a recent performance I did with the Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra. I am playing the Bruch Double Concerto for Viola and Clarinet. The clarinetist is my friend, Diane Hargreaves. (I'm the violist.) I hope it entertains you!




32 comments:

  1. Beautiful! And look at you all fancy in a red dress.
    If they were exotic chickens from another country, that might qualify. But regular chickens?

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  2. Wow, Sherry! I always knew you play divinely, and this is another wonderful performance. Thank you for sharing it with us.

    I can't figure out what type of zoo Bubba visited. I'm thinking the animals might be rescues and those that need rehab. Near us is a bird sanctuary that nurses pelicans, ducks and other wild birds back to health and provides a home for creatures that are too sick or badly injured to return to their natural habitat. If that is not the case at the North Georgia facility, then I hope the animals are being cared for in a clean, safe environment and being treated humanely.

    Enjoy the rest of your week, dear friend Sherry!

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    1. I think the "zoo" was a farmer's way of making more money. Charge people to see his livestock and call it a zoo.

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  3. The zoo your son went to is like many zoos my neighbors keep :)
    Thank you for the wonderful music <3

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    1. I believe the farmer across the street was the owner of the zoo. It seemed like an extension of his farm.

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  4. Amazing performance. I should know this but I can’t remember, do you have a CD of your music? I’d love to purchase one if you do. As for the zoo, I’m most curious. I used to live in Northwest Georgia and I can’t say I’ve ever heard of a zoo like that when I was living there. Strange zoo indeed.

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    1. I do not have a CD of my music. Just a bunch of videos on my channel.

      The zoo is in Cleveland, Georgia. I think it's really an extension of the farm across the street. The farmer called it a zoo to charge money to have people visit.

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  5. Sherry, I love to see and hear you play. You are one impressive lady.

    Love,
    Janie

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  6. Wonderful performance indeed.

    lol not sure I'd classify that as much of a zoo

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  7. Hi Sherry,
    Thanks for making me smile for two reasons:
    a) Bubba's zoo story was hilarious
    b) Your video performance was beautiful.
    We all need laughter and beauty during these difficult times.
    Blessings,
    Tracy

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  8. We have a better zoo than that in my neighborhood--but I suppose after a few more days of lockdowns, it'll be parents who think they are in the zoo. Lovely performance, Sherry, thanks for sharing.

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    1. Yes, I am sure a lot of parents are going to be going crazy with having their kids at home!

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  9. Hi Sherry,
    That zoo is really strange.
    Meraki

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    1. I think it's a farmers brilliant idea for how to earn extra money. Call it a zoo and people will come.

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  10. Oh, what a lovely performance! This was so calming to listen to. You played so beautifully!

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  11. Hello there, Sherry! First time commenting, you may notice... I liked the song you shared, very pleasant to hear. And don't even get me started about the strange zoo, haha! Anyways, hope to see you around, girl! :)

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    1. Glad you liked the video. Thanks for stopping by!

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  12. Sherry your performance is amazing.

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  13. Beautiful, thank you for posting that. YOu look wonderful, fun to see and hear you perform. Stay well, wash your hands.

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    1. I washed my hands a lot, but still got the virus. Fortunately, I had a mild case, and I'm fine now.

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  14. excellent performance... glad to watch you play violin

    # Stay safe and virus free

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    1. Thanks! Can't say I've stayed virus-free, but I'm fine. I didn't have a problem with it.

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