The first song I ever wrote.  My old dog Joe was  friend to people all over the country. Between fetching tires (Yes he really did)barking at jeeps (Which he hated)and eating ice cream (which he loved).  He lived and was looked after by many all over Canada!  Joe you are up in heaven chewing on a frisbee probably right now !
I can't believe it ... I forgot one verse .... next recording !  
Greg Marquis on Mandolin and harmonies
Dan Cyr on bass and mixer !       Thanks to you two !

Old Joe Dog                                                Ottawa 1985
Rick C. Benson (First song I ever wrote)
Old Joe dog, well he’s got his fame
A lot of people new his name
Even if he ain’t around anymore
We’ll tell the stories   We’ll tell the lore
Well old Joe dog he don’t like em small
He likes em big and he likes em tall
He’ll rip up a tree and go for a jog
Don’t give him a stick well he wants a log!
Chorus:
Well Old Joe dog we’d love to keep
Old Joe dog where’s that jeep?
Chase that Frisbee,  steal that ball
You were my best darn friend of all.
You know this dog had some brains ya see
He got his education from St F X, a degree
Just look it up don’t be quick to disagree
He as a grad Class of 83
After supper to play a tune
Ya know he’s want to be in that room
Give him a pat, well he’s give ya a burp
Smiling brown eyes , always alert!
Chorus:
LOL - Forgot to sing this verse ...
Late at night to take a pee
Tripped on the old black beast I didn’t see
A snarl from him and I’d bark back
Then he’d wag his tail, I’d given a pat.
Wolfville, Winnipeg, Antigonish town
He’d been in the cities and country all around
He wasn’t shy, he was quick to make a friend
And to these people, these words I send!
 


Old Joe Dog (Original with Friends)

Take These Beads is a family and friend collaboration - an inspiring story of family connection in the face of PTSD.
I have some new banjo and guitar tunes up on YouTube. I'm really enjoy the musical connection to all styles around the world. 

As the former Director of Spiritual Care at a downtown Hospital, and Licensed Counsellor specializing in Grief , Loss and Life Transitions I have journey with patients and families in personal, grief and spiritual matters. I enjoyed using my guitar, banjo  and music in this setting, a gift to share when appropriate!

I am new to the recording side of things. My guitar (Larivee) does not sound nearly as crisp plugged in so need to mic it before posting more. (Jan 2014) That was pointed out from a music industry friend.  I started playing clawhammer style banjo around 2016 - I love it!Hope you enjoy

Old Joe Dog (Original with Friends)

Rick C Benson