Author Archives: ltrainlane

Exactly two weeks from today, I’m going to be 52 years old. For my birthday gift to myself, I’ve made a promise to not be afraid of challenging my true capabilities, out of such a fear of failure. Whether it’s writing new lyrics again, or becoming more fluent with the software I use with myContinue reading “finding the true core of my creative soul.”

One thing I remember very well from high school…..The Honor Society. I don’t remember it from being a member – I remember it more because of the snobby, “I’m smarter than you” attitude of the members in this “elite club.” I remember being teased about my grades not being good enough, or that my averageContinue reading “my dog just ate your honors student.”

“If you enjoy the view, it’s a mighty nice life.” I’d love to say that I’m quoting a famous actor or entertainer with this quote, but truth be told, I was almost 100% sure that these were the lyrics from an R&B song I have not heard (and lyrics I obviously don’t remember) since 1983.Continue reading “a different kind of musical challenge.”

1. My awesome wife, who is not a nudist but supports me 1000% in my love of the clothing-optional lifestyle. 2. That I’m getting the “Pastry Chef” award tomorrow, for getting through the week without burning my buns. 3. My family and friends who totally understand where I am this week, and the reason whyContinue reading “8 things for which i’m thankful…..the cypress edition.”

Thank you, Max Yasgur. Even though your farm was about 90 minutes from the town of which the rock festival was named, it created an event that is still revered and cherished almost 52 years later. I’m writing this post from my brother’s house in Woodstock, where my niece Claire graciously let me have herContinue reading “the woodstock effect.”

There’s a big difference between the person on the left and the person on the right in the picture above….and it’s not just the hair. The picture on the left is me in 1986. Insecure, unhappy, not knowing I was suffering from depression, and suppressing a traumatic experience that I didn’t realize was already consumingContinue reading “knowing your value.”

One of the hardest doses of reality is when your childhood heroes are not who you always thought they’d be. After O.J. Simpson, I never thought I’d have such another major disappointment. This week felt like an all-time low, based on a “legal technicality.” Like millions of Americans, I used to hold Bill Cosby inContinue reading “fallen idol. (aka drop a falling star)”

This one REALLY hurts. I found out that one of my best friends from high school passed away this week. He wasn’t just a best friend – he was also the person with whom I played my very first “professional” gig 36 years ago. Stacey Waterous and I became friends when we were in highContinue reading “and the band will play on…(for stacey)”

This is a post that has been in my head for a few weeks. It’s in honor of my friend Debra Kepner, who passed away before the end of 2020. Her memorial service took place a couple of weeks ago, and although I was not able to attend, I wanted to write a tribute toContinue reading “a tribute to a wonderful friend.”

Saturday cannot get here soon enough….it’s not because I’m having a bad week – for the first time since September of 2019, I’m doing a gig with the Cruise Control Band up in Hershey PA. This is truly one of my favorite bands with whom I perform. Top-notch musicians, and great friends. It’s been reallyContinue reading “cruising again.”