Monday, April 14, 2008

Leader of the Band


Lee Cadle McMillen
April 14, 1928 - May 25, 2004

This song from Dan Fogelberg (1951-2007) is in memory of my dad, who would have been 80 years old today. Dad had many of his finest moments upon a podium.

Leader of the Band

The leader of the band is tired
And his eyes are growing old
But his blood runs through
My instrument
And his song is in my soul --
My life has been a poor attempt
To imitate the man
I'm just a living legacy
To the leader of the band
I am the living legacy
To the leader of the band.



Dear Dad,
I pray that you are in heaven, leading wonderful musicians, praising our Lord.

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