Sounds of Loretta Lynn by Charlene

A Word From Charlene 

Hello Friends,

September 1^st is already upon us.  This year 2010 is sure flying by and it will not be long until Christmas is here.  July and August have been so hot here in Indiana.  We did 7 shows this month including a special one for a singles group in North Manchester.  We enjoyed sharing a pizza supper with them.

July 17 we did another special show at Lincolnwood Estates a senior apartment complex in Alexerinda.  Just got the photos from the apartment manager her name is Evelyn.  So we thought you might enjoy see some of them so we are posting them on this months update.  We are looking forward to going back to Lincolnwood and seeing the residents, they were a great group of people.  September will be exciting with our trip to Hurricane Mills coming up and Loretta concert.  Then on the 30^th will be doing our 900^th show.

Until next time

L@P

Charlene

 

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Welcome to Sounds of Loretta Lynn by Charlene.  This is a lip sync presentation concert of songs by Loretta Lynn the Queen of Country music.

Facts and Thoughts

   We both grew up loving country music, Loretta Lynn, being our favorite female country artist. While working at a nursing home, I discovered how difficult it was for the Activities Department to offer the residents activities that they really enjoyed.  So, we thought of a plan. I got a wig and put together a Loretta Lynn outfit, and put  on a 20 minute show of Lorettas music, the lyrics of which I lip-synced. The residents had so much fun and so did we!  In March of 2003 I was asked to do our act at the Circus Hall of Fame Gala and Art Auction, an annual event in Peru Indiana.  George, an amateur artist, donates drawings to be auctioned off to raise funds for this great organization.  After the show I was approached by a staff member from a nursing home facility and asked to perform  for their residents.  Sounds of Loretta Lynn by Charlene was born on June 30, 2003, and on July 9, 2004 the 100 show was celebrated at Americare Living Center in Wabash, IN.  George does all the computer work, sound equipment, photography, and driving.  I tell the residents   where we perform that, "He makes sure I am buttoned up, zipped up, and got my shoes on the right feet. He is wonderful and I could not do this without him.  There is no charge for the show, however with the gasoline prices rising higher and higher a donation for travel is greatly appreciated. We feel like millionaires every time we finish a show and see the smiles on the faces of these sometimes forgotten people. Hugs, handshakes and smiles are a very important part of the show. We  have people who have not spoken a word in months start to sing along. Family members tell us how special their family member feels when we do the old country music they remember.  In April of 2004 we were honored as Volunteer of the Year at two different facilities, one  in Wabash, IN and one in Peru, IN. I cried like a baby to receive such honors and now I know how Loretta must feel when she recieves any of her many awards. In April 2005 Sounds of Loretta Lynn by Charlene celebrated its 200th performance. Our 300th performance was December 22, 2005 at Millers Merry Manor in Logansport, Indiana.  August 12, 2006 we celebrated 400 at the Life Care Center of the Willows in Valporaiso, Indiana.  April 5, 2007 Sounds of Loretta Lynn reached a milestone,show Number 500.  We celebrated with the residents and guest at Millers Merry Manor in Peru, IN.  And on November 24, 2007 at Century Villa in Greentown IN. we celebrated our 600th.  On August 8th and 9th we did our 700th .  It was celebrated at Millers Merry Manor in Logansport IN and we also did a 700th at Hickory Creek Nursing Home ain Crawfordsville IN.  As long as the residents enjoy it and the Lord keeps us in good health  we will continue with our shows. Here is a special  note for everyone, take some  time  to visit your local nursing home, just walk down the hall and say hello, give the residents a smile or a hug and you will be surprised how it will warm your heart and make a very special day for someone and yourself.Sounds of Loretta Lynn by Charlene

Charlene and George  

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