| Tuesday, April 28, 2015 'Tis Been a Whirl! Wow. I can't believe that so much time has passed since my last update. Please forgive the time lapse! March and most of April is a bit of a blur. Jolly Old England As you know, I left on March 9 for London. I had the extreme privilege to play at such great venues like The Dublin Castle, The Elephant Head, The Library, and Tommy Flynn's in the Angel area. I was over the moon to share my songs with so many welcoming ears. London is a lovely town. Highlights, besides performing, was seeing the Globe Theatre. Since my degree is in theatre, this was a bit of a homecoming. I loved it! I also had the opportunity to head to Stonehenge, Avebury Henge, and the town of Salisbury. I felt as if I had returned to a grade 6 classroom with Mrs. Cosgrove teaching us about this mysterious stone circle. I have wanted to visit Stonehenge since then and, once I arrived, I assumed the wonder of a child. I sang a wee tune at Stonehenge (video to come) and then made it over to Avebury Henge to sing my tune Moon Jubilee. We made a music video and everything! Bonjour, Paris! While in London, my friend Katrina and I decided a weekend in Paris may be in order. We took the EuroStar train through the "chunnel". Wow. What an amazing city. I absolutely feel in love with Paris. There is something about the history/mystery that whispers to the ear as one walks next to the Seine, watching the lights dance on the water. Perhaps it's the accordion players and the wine, and the croissants, and the cheese... and heavens! Do not forget all the incredible art and sculpture that ignites the urge to run out and buy a canvas and beret. And then there is the green fairy, Absinthe. Oh I could go on and on. I loved every mile I walked, every calorie I ate, every song I sang while walking along cobble stone streets lined with beautiful markets and attractive people. I could easily stay in Paris for awhile. It is a true artist place. I did have the opportunity to play at the Pop In pub in the 11th arrondissement. It was a little place that felt as if it was ripped out of the 1960s. Folks sat on the floor and sipped wine while we sang songs from the heart. I loved every moment. So much happened. So many little stories that I haven't even processed yet. All I can say is that a few songs will be created from these adventures. What a gift to go and experience the culture and music. My thanks to Katrina Cohn for taking care of me in London and for being such an amazing travel companion. March & April Show Recap (stateside) We played at Alexa's Cafe the first Saturday of March and April with our great friends, The Ginger Ups. What a fun time sharing songs! What's Coming!? May is booked FULL! We have some incredible shows coming for you! May 1 (Friday) I am joining Ric Taylor from LA at Egan's Jam House in Ballard. Ric is an incredible songwriter and all around witty guy. It is a true honour to share the stage with him! May 9 (Saturday) We are playing Vigor Seattle Maritime Festival Family Fun Day at Lake Union Park at 4pm. We are joining such great bands such as The Whateverly Brothers and The Drunken Maidens. May 9th (again) 8pm we are at the Ould Triangle in Greenwood for a rip roaring good night of music! Hope you can join us! May 10th (Sunday) we are on Camano Island for Mother's day at the Collective! Starts at 5pm. May 23rd (Saturday) my Canadian Duo, Syren, will be rockin Northwest Folklife at 1:30pm! We are thrilled to return to this fun festival. May 30th (Saturday) We return to Camano Island for their Beer & Brats Fest at Freedom Park. 12pm -5pm We will also play a set at The Collective sometime between 5pm and 7pm. So come out for the day and soak up the sun with us! I think that covers everything! A bientot,
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