Author Archives: Rick Vale



Rick Vale

24601
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24601

24601: That is the number the prison gives to identify the man known as Jean Valjean, the protagonist in the book and musical, LES MISERABLES. 24601.  The number is not only given for...

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September 10, 2024
I KNOW IT BY HEART
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I KNOW IT BY HEART

I was a small boy who could barely read when my mother began instilling in my little brain the idea of memorizing things: phone numbers, addresses, scripture, poems.  She was an advocate...

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September 03, 2024
STICKS & STONES & STAGES
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STICKS & STONES & STAGES

For me, working in the theatre is almost the same as being involved with a church congregation: it’s a bunch of diverse people getting together with a variety of talents...

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August 19, 2024
THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES
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THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES

Once again, I recently got to experience some Disney magic, thanks to the generosity of a good friend, and cast member at WDW. I spent a glorious day at EPCOT...

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August 14, 2024
IMAGINATION
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IMAGINATION

Imagination is funny, it makes a cloudy day sunny Makes a bee think of honey just as I think of you Imagination is crazy, your whole perspective gets hazy Starts...

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August 07, 2024
THE GREEN JACKET
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THE GREEN JACKET

During my college years, in Seattle, I played the piano and sang – somewhat frequently – to try and make a living while going to class.  I had some “regular...

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July 23, 2024
GOD & COUNTRIES
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GOD & COUNTRIES

I am so blessed and happy to live in a country in which it is relatively easy to be a Believer & Follower of Jesus the King.  I am thankful...

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July 16, 2024
JESUS IN 3D!
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JESUS IN 3D!

When people think of my “home state”, Washington, (especially those NOT from Washington) more than likely the iconic image of tall evergreen trees, mountains, the Puget Sound and the bustle...

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July 09, 2024