John & Marie • Mar 19, 2022

"...I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues..."

In 1983 Elton John released “I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues”* as part of his Too Low for Zero Album. When recently using the Pfaff Ambition 610 two lines from that song resonated. These being

…And I guess that’s why they call it the blues

Time on my hands should be time spent with you…

Blue is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed. The colour of the ocean and sky, blue is a constant and calming influence in our world. S-E-W too is the Pfaff Ambition 610 a constant workhorse and one that takes you away from all your troubles into a beautiful and calming sewing space. For more of why you should spend time with a Pfaff Ambition 610 please go to https://www.pfaff.com/en-AU/Machines/Sewing/ambition-610

I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues lyrics © Hst Publishing Ltd., Big Pig Music Ltd., Rouge Booze, Inc.

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By John & Marie • 29 Sep, 2021

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