I've always believed music has the power to change our lives and empower our mental capacity for good. My former business partner and good friend Jeremy Barron spends his time devoted to blessing other people's lives. He invited a few of our friends in the Utah music scene to my hospital room for a few hours of laughter and music.
Joining me and my wife were Peter Breinholt, Ryan Shupe, Sam Payne, Russ & Kindee Dixon, Charley Jenkins, and my favorite female vocalist Mindy Gledhill.
Thought I would share with you some brief video from an intimate night of friends and music that I'll never forget. I am forever indebted to friends. I've said many times doctors have the ability and skills to heal your body but friends heal your mind and transport you from your suffering.
Incidentally, the first tune on my playlist "All About You" from my friend Mindy Gledhill is not available. She was kind enough to put the tune on playlist.com because it has special meaning for me and Lynnette, particularly Mindy's words, "I've loved you from the start in every single way, and more each passing day. You are brighter than the stars. Believe me when I say it's not about your scars... It's all about your heart."
This looks like an AMAZINGLY fun night. Man... I bet your nurse was begging to come and check your vitals just to hear all of that fun jamming! I am glad that you are getting some laughs in up there. We will be there on Wednesday around lunch time for Grant's Post Op appt... can we bring you some lunch?
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Paul my thoughts are with you and your family. You are so blessed to have such wonderful people in your life who continually give you comfort and cheer when you need it most.
ReplyDeleteI found your blog one day and I love coming back and reading it often. My prayers are with you. I hope your heart comes soon. May the lord continue to bless you and your family.
What a wonderful fun night with such amazing talented people(friends)!!! You are blessed!!! Praying for you everyday!
ReplyDeleteI agree, so many talented friends and loved ones. I bet everyone else on your pod had their doors open trying to listen to your "jam session" :-) I feel blessed for coming across your blog and am a faithful reader. Praying for you and your beautiful family every single day! God Bless
ReplyDeleteGod bless and be with you and your family, Brother Paul Cardall.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Music and laughter--good medicine for all hearts! Thanks for sharing the joy--
ReplyDeleteI loved this. Ryan Shupe is so funny! They are all very talented. Isn't it true...laughter is the best medicine. Love ya :)
ReplyDeleteWow! So lucky to be surrounded by all those talented friends. I thoroughly enjoyed these videos. Thanks for sharing the fun, Paul. :)
ReplyDeleteThat put a big smile on my face...friends are the greatest!!! Keep the positive juices flowing!!
ReplyDeleteLike many of your fans, you don't know me. But I have been following your blog for the past few months. I am amazed at your faith and optimism. Today I bought your new CD "Sacred Piano". It is truly beautiful. You have such an amazing talent. Thank you for being willing to share it with the world.
ReplyDeleteThat song that you played at the end of the 2nd video is SO pretty. Do you have a full version of it?
ReplyDeleteDang. I forgot to bring my mandolin with me when we stopped by. Next time I will have Chad play the harmonica, while Aerin sings and I perform a tap dance, just for your entertainment.
ReplyDeleteLove you cousin!
I wish had that group of friends to come visit me when I need a pick-me-up! What a wonderful bond of friends you have! I peek in @ your blog and I am amazed at your strength and faith. I love your music and always have. May God bless you and your family!!
ReplyDeleteWow! What an amazing concert. Thank you for sharing it with us!
ReplyDeleteI have been following your blog for a few months now-I heard about it from a coworker. I am always uplifted by your words and you are an inspiration to many. I am praying for you and your beautiful family.
ReplyDeleteI read your blog because I am the mom of a very sick little boy. He may or may not grow up or have a family, but he knows where he has come from and he knows where he is going and while I want so much more for him, I have to remember that he was Heavenly Fathers before he was mine and that knowledge is enough. Your blog reminds me of what is important and of what I need to teach him, incase like you he beats the odds. We pray everyday for a new heart for you, and for the mom who raised the person who will give that heart to you.
ReplyDeleteHearing "Don't Worry, Be Happy" reminded me of our late, former classmate Dave Creer. I was told that he had his mom listen to that song earlier in the day on the day he died. I think about him every time I pass Jeremy Ranch, and whenever I listen to Bill Cosby.
ReplyDeleteThese videos are great! You have great friends, Paul.
Some of my very favorite people all in one room! Keep up the good spirits, Paul. Thanks for sharing on your blog.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a par-tay at PCH! So funny!
ReplyDeleteYour friends are AMAZING! Such talent. Music shapes the world as do the people that create it! I would LOVE to get Mindy's "All About You" Any chance she'll publish it or sell it to CHD family's?
ReplyDeleteYour blog continues to be something so special....you are a man of inspiration and hope!
Lisa Butler
Cincinnati, Ohio
Mom to 4 yr. old Lydia with Tricuspid Atresia
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Hey Cardall! This is Mese Ugapo from Banning. I am amazed at how far you have taken your gifts and talents the Lord has blessed you with. I am late on this (I just found you) but congrats on the transplant and here's to many more years of beautiful music and happiness with your family and loved ones. Take care.
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