OUT THE WINDOW

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Why is it that all of my spiritual practices can disappear in an instant? I ponder this question every time I'm behind the wheel and someone cuts me off, when I get a junk call that I didn't block fast enough, when I see people treat their children (or animals) badly, when the doorbell rings and I open it only to find someone trying to sell me something, or any one of dozens of situations that test my patience and my resolve.

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DEFINING THE TRIBE - This Means You!

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The world seems to be changing before our eyes. Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns described this time as one of "transition." He explained that when you're in the middle of a transition, you can't really see it. It's only when you're through the transition can you look back and see just how far you've come. It certainly seems as if everything is up for grabs right now.

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COME FROM LOVE - The Story Behind the Song

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Many years ago, I heard a predawn whisper in my ear, and even felt the warmth of the breath of the male voice who delivered this message: "Be part of the solution, not part of the problem." I woke up with a start, fully expecting to see someone bending over my bed. At that time, I lived alone, and my bedroom showed no signs of another human being anywhere. I took it as a type of instructions, delivered to me from beyond my rational mind. I have tried to live my life with that message as my true direction ever since.

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THE PINE CONE MIRACLE

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Pine cones and pears. Mindfulness. The magical world of our inner child.
 
Have you ever watched a toddler outside? Everything is fascinating! Whether it's a pine cone or bottle cap, flower or weed. Some mornings, I sit in our front room and watch our 18-month old neighbor Delaney with her young mom as they walk through the neighborhood. Delaney has to smell each flower, and examine each and every thing that catches her eye. And after all, since she's so small, her eyes are close to the ground where myriad treasures await her discovery.

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MOMENTS OF GRACE - The Story Behind the New CD!

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I am thrilled and proud to announce Thomas Barquee's new album, Moments of Grace, is now available on CD or downloadable as MP3s. This collection of heart-opening and healing songs offer the spontaneity of jazz, the power of prayer and the vibration of sacred music, Thomas's soothing yet powerful voice and sure, easy touch on the piano create deeply healing musical environments that nourish the soul and lighten the spirit, guiding us toward a deeper, calmer, lighter place within. These are the some of the songs we've written together, sweetened with a few chants and a couple of instrumentals. The results are seamless and intricate musical meditations to support you on your journey to awakening.

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UNSUNG HEROES -The Story Behind the Song

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I'd been asked to sing at an event for Special Needs kids and their families on a hot June day. The children were enjoying some Track & Field events, while their parents were treated to a lovely lunch under the shade of a large tent. Sounds of laughter and the kids enjoying their activities in the background were matched by the buzz from the animated conversations around the tables.  As I waited to take the stage, I looked out into the audience and thought about the enormous task of caregiving for a Special Needs child, day after day after day. Then I thought about all of the people I know who are now caring for their aging parents. The phrase "unsung heroes" came into my mind, and I knew that it would be the title of a song yet to be written.

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SOUL FEATHERS Sampler

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I am sharing this post remotely from Florida where I am celebrating my dad's 90th birthday! So it will be short and sweet...

If you haven't heard my most recent album, SOUL FEATHERS, fear not. You can listen to a 2-minute sprint through all of the songs! Thomas Barquee, my wonderful producer, put together this sampler to tease you into wanting to hear more! 

SOUL FEATHERS is available on my website, or you can download it at CD Baby and iTunes. You can also listen to it - and ALL of my other music anytime - on SoundCloud.

Oh! And have I mentioned that Thomas launched his beautiful new website with information on his new album, MOMENTS OF GRACE and the Moments of Grace Tour beginning in just a few short weeks in Portland? When you visit his website, you'll get two free downloads of his new songs, and watch the music video of the title song that we co-wrote. There's more information about his tour at Brightstar Events website.

Click here to listen to the SOUL FEATHERS SAMPLER