Ben Wilder

Pensacola beach tour

This weekend a few family members and I were in Pensacola for a another family member’s high school soccer games. We travelled in a Gulf Stream Vintage travel trailer and had the best time. Unfortunately I don’t have a lot of pictures because taking photos was sort of a forgotten thought…but!! There are a few.Continue reading “Pensacola beach tour”

Songs that get stuck in your head

What are some songs that get stuck in your head? For me, yesterday it was definitely “Islands in the Stream,” (because of this post) I was singing it enough that my brother-in-law had it in his head, too. A few others I can think of are “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers”… “Can’tContinue reading “Songs that get stuck in your head”

Dolly Parton, the legend

I lived in Nashville, Tennessee for just about 16 years and it took about a day of living there to realize how respected Dolly is in the state. In fact, my dad and I were just talking about something that happened regarding her legacy there in Nashville. Some government officials wanted to make a statueContinue reading “Dolly Parton, the legend”

Purple in the fall of 2021

The color purple keeps popping up at random times in my life. I know what you’re saying, though. “Ben, there are only a handful of colors. Of course purple is going to show up now and then!” To that, I say… bah humbug. I like purple and it seems to be appearing more than otherContinue reading “Purple in the fall of 2021”

The Music of Indeed’s “Brighter Days Ahead” Commercial

I would never have expected Indeed to have a commercial featuring music I like. I guess that might be more of a reflection on me than a reflection on the job search company. But here were are about to watch a commercial with some great music as the soundtrack! Take a look… The inspirational song,Continue reading “The Music of Indeed’s “Brighter Days Ahead” Commercial”