Omg MTV is 40!
I cannot believe MTV is 40 years old. Life changing in so many ways for many Gen-Xers like myself. Many stories for the MTV generation. *Photo from my air band Bon Jovi days in the 1980s

I cannot believe MTV is 40 years old. Life changing in so many ways for many Gen-Xers like myself. Many stories for the MTV generation. *Photo from my air band Bon Jovi days in the 1980s
Been meeting some really great people in Nashville, truly inspiring stories, read great inspiring books by Mary Gauthier & Aimee Mayo, introduced to great female owned businesses, and many other stories inspired by Nashville & beyond
The search for the best taco in Nashville, the hot chicken hotness challenge, how to make Phad Thai (share my recipe), stories of a venture to Casa Rosa & Broadway, the music spirit inside & other fun food & music related stories
Chvches w/Robert Smith's new song "How Not To Drown", REM's "Murmer" album, specifically the song "Perfect Circle" & their influence over the years, "Bloom County", it's influence, some stories and photography and art talk, friend who inspire and are there for support
A little about some recent lyrics & feedback, uses of Crypto & blockchain technology in the music & art world, flowers around Nashville, creative tribes, showing Nashville to someone who never been here before, Aldeans, Casa Rosa, Beasley Brothers shout outs too.
Father's Day, the gift of my voice & storytelling from my Dad, songwriting from my muse, my husband, know how forever now truly feels, Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean & Kevin Veatch, writing lyrics with and for, and a shout out to my former boss, Frank as well
As Nashville and the rest of the country starts opening up, there is so much excitement this Summer and beyond. I am planning on bringing in some great guests, drop lots of names, share some great places to eat in Nashville, my wishlist, a few stories, and inspirations. Here's hoping that Summertime is great in so many ways.
Kenny Chesney's 4 new songs, especially "Streets" on the Deluxe Version of "Here & Now" is discussed. His career, his relevancy and body of work along with his ability to change & grow his work much like the master artist Pablo Picasso. The episode touches on both, & the art & music scenes of Columbus, Ohio & Nashville, Tennessee. Along with a few other related stories.
Spent the day out in part of Nashville's art community surrounded by great art, music & sense of community. First time since I came down here that I really felt part of it & it filled my heart & soul with so much happiness. Wrote a lyric/poem called "Before The Last Dogwood Blossom Falls" last night that symbolized so much in so many ways. And a few other little stories & mentions too.
New artist friend, visit to the Picasso Figures Exhibit at Nashville's Frist Musuem, a little Picasso art history lesson, his influences on my work amongst some other thoughts.
Everyone has a story to tell. What is your story. A discussion that touches on fairy tales, music including musicals, genealogy, including how actor Rob Lowe helped me solve a family mystery in my roots similar to his story, art history & paintings that help us tell a story & much more.
A discussion of pure music starting with Kenny Chesney's remake of Foreigner's "I Want To Know What Love Is". An little analysis of Kenny's work & influence, including on my lyric writing. The Waterboy's song "Nashville, Tennessee" is discussed. Other musical influences including REM, Morrissey, Jason Aldean amongst others as well. Remembering a member of the Bay City Rollers & Earth Day 2021.
Stories about finding my voice especially my speaking voice. Do a little bad singing. Talk about Nashville & how strong this amazing city truly is. Stories from childhood & about my husband. How truly amazing he is (no he's not named). And encouraging others to find their voice.
Listening to Kelsea Ballerini's song with Kenny Chesney "Half of My Hometown" on the 2021 AMCs tonight along with seeing Upper Arlington High School Classmates touring our old high school one last time before it demolished brought tears to my eyes. Also, Kenny's moving performance of "Knowing You" is mentioned. Some memories of my old high school and my hometown, famous alumni & just lots of good friends & times. It will be missed.
How Duran Duran's 1982 release of "Rio" really changed me musically, & was the album from high school I listened to & the videos had to be seen on MTV. A discussion of music & albums that touch us, includes so many artists including REM, Kenny Chesney, David Lee Murphy, The Beatles, The Doors, Jason Aldean, Laine Hardy, The Replacements, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, and more. How an album can start a person on a musical journey of a lifetime. The affect music has on us.
Puppy sitting & my two dachshunds got me talking about dogs, dog rescue & adoption, lyric writing, some photography, including reviving Floral Friday, and how the Iris is a diva flower.
No April's Fool jokes here although reminisce a bit about past ones. Newly written lyric/poem about April. My time in Nashville. A discussion about aging. And getting through the aging process and hard times. April, Easter and Spring are a time of renewal.
Story about an metal Easter egg I had as a child that played "Here Comes Peter Cottontail" that leads into an art discussion about trying something new. Remembering a dear friend who inspired the "Cat" series of drawing. A discussion of how music is made in music boxes. Wishing all a Happy Easter. Mentions of Taylor Swift & Will Oaks, a young guitarist from the U.K. And stories about pet rabbits we had too.
Are you a person with multi interests I'd talents? Or just a singular focus in your life? Can you speak with just about anyone? Exploring through personal stories which touch upon many things including being speechless for the only time in my life meeting a childhood hero.
How things and our lives can run hot & cold. Inspired by a Crabapple tree found here in Nashville with pale pink & hot pink blossom on the same branch. A discussion of songwriting, art & photos. But also about inspiration people like Grayson Rogers & his wife, Kayla & Tyler Farr & his new daughter arising from the songwriting section. And prayers for Travis Meadows for his recovery & how "Better Boat" has helped through recent hot and cold times in my life. And Nashvi...
Food photography on social media, cookbooks, and magazines. Stories about cooking and people who photograph or share fun food ideas. Being a foodie.
Found a listing of 50 plus songs today that I complied for my husband back on March 9, 2019. I talk about the songs and why each means something to me or us both. Share some fun stories. Talk albums & how music touches us. Life without music would be very boring. Share the love of music and song.
The video of Kenny Chesney's song "Knowing You" came out today. A visually stunning masterpiece to an amazing heartfelt Country Waltz that takes Kenny back to his roots. A review of "Here and Now" Kenny's 2020 release, along with a few stories too. Can't wait for Kenny's next album which so many of us pray is soon.
Retail Therapy, Not Dwelling in the Past, Songwriting, Moving Upward, Onward & Forward
Leaves are one of my favorite and most known subject matters. I love photographing leaves and turning them into Leaf Portraits. A little history behind why I started photographing them. The difference between Columbus, Ohio (where I'm from) & Nashville, TN (where I am now) & types of leaves.
For International Women's Day some stories of women in my life whom I admire, drawn strength from, & inspire me. Love to all the Women in our lives. Celebrate them.
Walking my one dachshund today inspired this episode. How dogs affect our lives. Social media accounts of dogs & people who rescue animals that make us smile or make a difference.
How the unexpected things in life can make or break you or just make you stronger and more resilient. Both the good & the bad of the unexpected.
Spring is on its way here in Nashville, Tennessee. Flowers are one of my favorite subjects. I discuss some of my favorite flowers & how to photograph them. Tell a few stories. Talk about planting flowers & trees & watch them grow.
Gorgeous Floral gluten-free cupcakes, oh my! Exactly what I said the moment I first came upon Daniela's creations on Instagram. Am so thrilled to have been able to interview her. Please take a listen to her passion for what she does.