Avast ye! Methinks Mannheim Steamroller's yuletide tunes be makin' me yearn for the wise words of Rush Limbaugh, arrr!
2023-12-21
Avast ye mateys! Rush Limbaugh, that scurvy dog, be kickin' off the Yuletide season with some merry Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tunes, blarin' 'em between breaks since the Wednesday afore Thanksgiving. Yo ho ho, let the festivities commence!
Beloved pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado recently shared that Christmas has a way of magnifying emotions, intensifying our mental state. This sentiment struck a chord with me as I reminisced about the galvanizing Christmas song, "Carol of the Bells" by Mannheim Steamroller. However, it didn't transport me back to my childhood, but rather to 30 years of Decembers spent in my car or running at lunch, listening to the late Rush Limbaugh.Rush Limbaugh, the conservative radio icon, would play Mannheim Steamroller Christmas selections in and out of breaks, signaling the beginning of the Yuletide season. Rush's rambunctious personality perfectly complemented the bombastic flair of Mannheim Steamroller's music.
Rush first discovered the group's music in the 1980s while watching NFL games during Christmas. The tunes struck a special chord with him as he was grieving the loss of his father. Rush's love for Christmas was evident through the joy he shared with his audience each year. He reminded us that despite the world's troubles, we would overcome them.
I had the privilege of meeting Rush Limbaugh once, and even though our interaction was brief, he became a dear friend through the radio. He accompanied me through various stages of life, providing solace during difficult times. Rush's absence has left a void that no one can fill.
Mannheim Steamroller's Christmas music not only makes me miss Rush even more, but it also serves as a reminder of the talent we were fortunate to enjoy. The music's boldness and Rush's courage should also remind us of the true meaning of Christmas. Jesus' birth was a monumental event that changed the world, and it takes boldness to celebrate the season fearlessly.
Although Rush's voice may have been silenced, the music of Mannheim Steamroller continues to play on, urging us to celebrate the season with gratitude and gusto. So let us embrace the Christmas spirit and remember the impact Rush Limbaugh had on our lives.