A man once made a dulcimer. He built it, applied the finish, installed the strings, and tuned the instrument. This husband and his wife attend St. Louis Symphony Orchestra concerts
regularly, seek out Metropolitan Opera performances, and are Wagner's
Ring Cycle enthusiasts. On the day he finished making the instrument, however, about three decades ago, the husband started playing the dulcimer while singing some unexpected words.
The lyrics he sang? "Find it all at Carpet World. Find it all at Carpet World."
Happy birthday, Dad. Approximately 30 years later, I still remember that commercial jingle, and I imagine you do, as well. Thanks to Mom and you for sparking my interest in music at an early age.
