Hawaiian Party with Crazy Marty at Heritage

We were ready to celebrate The King, Elvis, on what I believe was the 35th anniversary of his passing.  Heritage of Sandy Plains, a Royal Senior Care facility, played host to Marty in a duo setting with myself.  Thanks to Marty for considering me, as always.  It was a good celebration, complete with Hawaiian Punch, Pineapple Chicken, all the trimmings, and a fun bunch of young-at-hearts and fun-lovin' managers eager to cut a rug make some more memories.  We were happy oblige with a tasteful set list: Blue Hawaii;  Can't Help Falling In Love;  All Shook Up;  Margaritaville;  A Pirate Looks At Forty (Jimmy Buffett was another heavily requested artist);  Rock Around the Clock; Yes Sir, That's My Baby; and of course, that set closer we always say goodbye with: Show Me the Way to Go Home.  Interesting to play in a duo setting.  We've done it many times.  With no drummer, I'm more conscious of the meter.  Also more aware of exactly what I play, be it walking bass, pedaling on the roots, staying low to keep out of Marty's way, grooving and smiling...  Eye contact on jobs like these is rather critical.  These folks are enjoying themselves and it's certainly doubtful that somebody comes in to entertain them very often.  They want to see us having a good time and we want them to dance, if they feel up to it.  The staff helped and there were a few that were ready to hold onto us for dear life - um, too bad we were kind of busy at the moment!