This is an iHeart podcast. Guaranteed human. You won't see the engineer that slams the Nissan Rogue's door 13,920 times, or the corrosive chamber that simulates 15 years of life in five months, or the rogue heat-baked for over 300 combined hours. What you will see is a vehicle that can take punch after punch and keep rolling. Nissan, number one in new vehicle quality among mainstream brands by JD Power.
We put it through the worst, so you get its best. For JD Power 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study Award information, visit JDPower.com/slash awards. Awards based on 2025 model year, newer models may be shown. Spring is starting at the Home Depot and bringing you everyday low prices so you can wake up your yard this season.
Shape up your lawn with top-brand outdoor power tools like Ryobi 40-volt mowers that have up to 50 minutes of runtime. Bring in a splash of color with spring blooms and fresh plants from the Home Depot Garden Center. Then refresh your garden beds and keep them clear of weeds with Earth Grow mulch. Five bags for $10 to make your yard feel like new. Start your spring with low prices now through April 2nd, only at the Home Depot.
Exclusions apply. See home depot.com/slash pricematch for details. Shop now. During Lowe's Pro Savings Days, save more on what goes into the job. Add power to your lineup with a free DeWalt 20V Max 5 amp hour battery when you buy a select DeWalt 20V Max tool.
Plus, get up to 35% off select major appliances from Whirlpool, Maytag, and more. Get the job done right. Keep more in your pocket. That's Pro Savings Days. Our best lineup is here at Lowe's.
Valent through 327. Selection varies by location. While supplies last. I tell myself, it's not about comparing. But then I start wondering, what can they lift?
Are they adding more weight to their barbell than I am? And suddenly, I'm not training. Then I realize my journey is not theirs. I've earned every step.
So I smile. My smile is the shape resilience takes to keep me moving. To put more smiles out into the world, Colgate has supported female athletes for over 50 years with the Colgate Women's Games, the nation's longest-running indoor track and field series for girls and women. Colgate, your smile is your strength. No one knows what the future holds, but you deserve a weather app that can help.
Weatherbug is easy to use and provides forecasts for your every need, from storm warnings to pollen levels, right at your fingertips. Get the fastest local alerts and comprehensive 10-day forecasts wherever you are. It's hyper-local, real-time, customizable alerts. Make sure the weather never takes you by surprise so you can plan every day with confidence. Download the free weather bug app from the App Store today and start getting accurate weather forecasts 24-7.
This is Lee Habib, and this is Our American Stories, the show where America is the star and the American people. Coming to you from the city where the west begins, Fort Worth, Texas. Up next, a story on a family tradition, or rather, a family talent, for Maureen Elwyn. Maureen is a writing student of our regular contributor, Leslie Leland Fields. Let's get into the story.
Take it away, Maureen. His trembling voice shattered the stillness of the room like a baby's cry at night. Play it again, busses. Only this time, sing it with me. I started the hymn again.
my fingers trembling as the keys of the tiny chord organ came to life. Tentatively reaching the chorus, I began to sing the familiar words. And he walks with me. Any talks with me?
Softly at first, My grandfather joined his voice with mine. in simple, sweet harmony, gaining strength and volume with each new note and word he sang, I could hardly believe my sixteen year old ears. My maternal grandfather was already an old man when I was born. His body ravaged by years of Parkinson's disease. He could no longer hold a fork or a cup.
He ate with a spoon and sipped his coffee through a glass straw. Mm-hmm. Having grown frustrated with his dentures after a dentist pulled all of his teeth, he opted instead to remain toothless. gumming bread and butter, cereal, and soft foods for most of his meals. I call this gentle soul Daddy D.
And he called me busses. His special name for the little girl kisses he loved. Da da da da da da da da da d My mother had often told me that during her schoolgirl years. She, my aunt, and my grandfather would stand on the courthouse street corner on Saturday night, serenading shoppers who came to town to purchase groceries and supplies for the coming week. With perfect pitch, And the ability to sing flawless tenor to a song after hearing it only once.
even offered a spot in a traveling opera company. But he chose to stay at home. And enjoy the simple life of husband, father. Father? and eventually grandfather.
Uh By the time I was born. He conquered a long-time battle with alcoholism. But the constant shaking of his hands, Coupled with the damage wreaked on his mouth and throat by the lack of teeth, left him unable and unwilling to sing. Tears stinging my eyes and a lump forming in my throat, I stumble through the rest of the remaining hymn's chorus. Lost in song.
He didn't notice my sudden loss of composure. When we finished the final chorus, I dropped my hands to my lap. Afraid to look around.
Okay. The sound of the glass straw tinkling against the coffee cup signaled the end of our spontaneous duet. and it offered me the opportunity to escape from the room. Retreating to my bedroom. I quickly closed the door for a much needed moment of privacy.
Throwing myself on the bed and contemplating the enormity of the moment I had just unwittingly experienced. Daddy Lee lived 350 miles away. and he seldom visited us. Yet here we were, joining our voices in song. Me?
an awkward teenager. with my whole life ahead of me. and he, an aging man, stooped and stunned by the hard knocks on the road of life. Sadly, it would be the first and last time. I would hear my grandfather sing.
That evening, after I had tearfully told my mother about the unexpected vocalizing. I learned that although he had never heard his father sing, Daddy D had inherited the Elder's gift of music. A favored performer at local dances, Thomas Edgerton, had been accosted by a group of hooded men as he walked home on a moonlight Saturday night. Intending to merely scare the musician and rough him up a bit. One accuser lectured my great-grandfather at length.
On the frivolity of a married man spending his weekends entertaining others. A second man spat in his face. And he warned him of the consequences of singing in a band with a black man. In a fit of anger, my great-grandfather ripped the hood from his accuser's head. His identity revealed the man fired a single shot.
Two days later. The family buried Thomas. in an unlarked pauper's grave. His melodious voice Forever silenced. Mulling over my mother's words and remembering the trembling yet beautiful tenored voice of my grandfather.
I suddenly realized that although a vile, senseless act had snuffed out the life of my great grandfather, It could never extinguish my grandfather's joy for singing. The memory of that momentary afternoon's duet with Daddy D. is one I will always treasure. But more importantly the gift that he passed on to me and the four generations which have followed him will last a lifetime. It was he who showed my family through example.
The absolute joy of bursting into song. whether for an audience or simply for ourselves. It was he who communicated to us. That the human voice is the perfect instrument for evoking memories or releasing our emotions. And it was He who revealed to us that although singing is as simple as breathing.
The very act itself has the power to alter our moods. Yes. The Edgerton's blood and the sound of music ran deep through my veins. A constant reminder of my past, my present. in my future.
And with a legacy like that, I ask? Uh How can I keep from singing? Maureen Elwyn's story here. On Our American Stories. Lee Habib here, and I'd like to encourage you to subscribe to Our American Stories on Apple Podcasts, the iHeartRadio app, Spotify, or wherever you get our podcasts.
Any story you missed or want to hear again can be found there daily. Again, please subscribe to the Our American Stories podcast on Apple Podcasts, the iHeartRadio app, or anywhere you get your podcasts. It helps us keep these great American stories coming. And Doug, there's nowhere I wouldn't go to help someone customize and save on car insurance with Liberty Mutual, even if it means sitting front row at a comedy show. Hey, everyone, check out this guy and his bird.
What is this? Your first date? Oh, no. We help people customize and save on car insurance with Liberty Mutual together. We're married.
Me to a human, him to a bird. Yeah, the bird looks out of your league, anyways. Only pay for what you need at LibertyMutual.com. Liberty, Liberty, Liberty, Liberty. Think Verizon is expensive?
Think again. Anyone can bring their ATT or T-Mobile bill to a Verizon store today and we'll give you a better deal.
So bring us your bill. Walk in, running, pogo sticking, teleport if you can. Ride on the back of a rollerblading yak or flying on the wings of a majestic falcon. Any way you can, bring your ATT or T-Mobile bill to a Verizon store today, and we'll give you a better deal on the best network. Based on Rootmetric's best overall mobile network performance U.S.
second half 2025, All Rights Reserved must provide a very recent post-paid consumer mobile bill in the name of the person who reduce me the deal. Additional terms, conditions, and restrictions apply. Hey, y'all, it's Lauren LaRosa, have you ever had one of those weeks where your curls are just parched? Like, no matter what you do, they are begging for moisture. Hands who heard you loud and clear with their new ultra moisture collection.
Powered by batana oil and Jamaican black caster oil. This new line is clinically proven to help retain moisture for up to five days. Delivers up to five days of non-stop hydration, five whole days, y'all. The shampoo gently cleanses without stripping. And the leave-in and stylers keep curls soft, defined, and hydrated long after your wash day.
Plus it's free of sulfates, parabens, silicones, and mineral oils. If your curls have been craving real hydration, then this is it.
So if your hair's curls have been so thirsty, go ahead and try that new Cantu Ultra Moisture Collection. Your curls will thank you. It's available now at Walmart, Target, and Amazon.
So go get it. You won't see the engineer that slams the Nissan Rogue's door 13,920 times, or the corrosive chamber that simulates 15 years of life in five months, or the rogue heat baked for over 300 combined hours. What you will see is a vehicle that can take punch after punch and keep rolling. Nissan, number one in new vehicle quality among mainstream brands by JD Power. We put it through the worst, so you get its best.
Yeah. For JD Power 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study Award information, visit jdpower.com/slash awards. Awards based on 2025 model year, newer models may be shown. No one knows what the future holds, but you deserve a weather app that can help.
Weatherbug is easy to use and provides forecasts for your every need, from storm warnings to pollen levels, right at your fingertips. Get the fastest local alerts and comprehensive 10-day forecasts wherever you are. It's hyper-local, real-time, customizable alerts. Make sure the weather never takes you by surprise so you can plan every day with confidence. Download the free weather bug app from the App Store today and start getting accurate weather forecasts 24-7.
This is an iHeart podcast. Guaranteed human. Mm-hmm.
