Under the aegis of Boston's Best House Painters, we often cite our men and women for their hard work, customer service, and dedication.  We wouldn't downplay these citations in a million years; however, without a modicum of pure talent, all the hard work in the world may go for naught.

On that note, a little tidbit from the off-topic society today: the music world is mourning the death of Memphis singer-songwriter Alex Chilton.  After his tenure in the Box Tops (more on that in a bit), he went on to form Big Star, perhaps THE great American rock and roll band.  Not many folks get second acts: his was sublime.

But back to the Box Tops.  You've heard "The Letter" at some point over the years--maybe their version, maybe Joe Cocker's.  It's just one of those songs...

Here, at age 16, Alex Chilton singing lead on the Box Tops' "The Letter".

16 years old!  Pure, raw talent.  We've got a few Alex Chiltons on our team here; you can better believe we appreciate how lucky we are!