creativity.

This flows through me like a river….as it can be very intense, and some days its like a stream, calming and soothing.

Whether it’s brainstorming with my staff for Halloween ideas, or spontaneously thinking of how two different songs work together, so that I can sing one on top of the band playing the other, that part of my brain is always on, from sun up to sundown.

Sometimes it’s snarky, sometimes it’s comforting, but it’s always original.

It’s just me being me.

the back nine.

Had an interesting talk with my therapist before my birthday last month. We talked about focusing on the present and the future, and not the past. Even though I doubt I’ll make it to 100, it was time to take stock of where I am with my life, put a bow on my past, and forgive myself (much easier said than done).

Looking forward

As my therapist said to make the most of this and start a new chapter, without thinking I blurted out “Yep, time for the back nine.” Just like in the game of golf, I’m aware of my mistakes in the first half, and I’m focused on success (in many different ways) in the second half.

The back nine. 😎👍🏽❤️⛳️

the perfect afternoon.

“Blue Eyes, Baby’s got blue eyes. Like a deep blue sky, watching over me.”

King Street in Old Town Alexandria

It is a beautiful afternoon today…one of those days where you listen to or hope you hear your favorite song while sitting in the warm sunshine. Where the sky has that darker shade of royal blue….

These are the days I dream of in slushy, icy January. Going to drink this in as much as I can this afternoon. 🌞🎶❤️

absolutely impurfekt.

It’s the name of the next album.

I’ve already figured out the track selection and order:

  1. “We” – by my friend Tom Hamilton and the SPLAT! band (RIP P.C.)
  2. “She’s Everything to Me” – I started writing this in ’91 – time to finish it
  3. “Stranger’s Arms” – a remake of the 1977 David Sanborn vocal (what??)
  4. “Absolutely Impurfekt” -oh, the challenge of writing lyrics!
  5. “Not Like This” – the classic Al Jarreau ballad
  6. “The New York City Strut” – Will & Cliff – I will make you proud….thank you for letting record this!!

I was planning on recording the record this year, but pneumonia and getting healthy (both physically and mentally) altered my plans….

I’m actually glad that I didn’t record it yet – when I did the last record 14 years ago, I recorded it in hopes of getting a background vocalist gig with a major artist. In doing so, I was too much of a perfectionist, and in hindsight, I didn’t enjoy the experience the way I could have (and should have).

This one will be different -going into the studio at age 50 or 51 (or 52, but definitely before 53) brings a different perspective, maturity, and knowing that the ONLY goal this time is to enjoy the experience, have fun, and try to do my best….if it has a flaw or two – so what!

Absolutely Impurfekt….that’s the way I want to be.

the one that got away.

It’s not about a girl….

It’s about a ‘68 Chevy Impala.

I saw this car at a car show in Maine this summer.

This is my dream car….not because of value, but because of nostalgia.

Growing up, we had a ‘68 Chevy Caprice, and it was EXACTLY like this car. I remember a lot of car rides and trips in that car, listening to music (on 8-track) that would end up being such an incredible part of my life.

The car reminds me of my mom and dad, who I miss every day.

The owner was awesome – he let me sit in the car for about 30 minutes, while I put my headphones on and listened to some of the music from my childhood….it was fantastic to go back.

The owner called me last week to see if I’d be interested in buying it, for what was a very reasonable price.

If I had a garage, this car would be mine….it does not deserve to sit out in the elements.

I hope whoever buys this gives it the TLC it deserves.