lovely, lovely love song.

Photo courtesy of Mary Lambert

She says, I smell like safety and home

I named both of her eyes, 'forever' and 'please don't go'

I have featured her poetry here before, and I am sure that most of you have heard her incredible voice emanating from the speakers on your radio... but Mary Lambert, the co-author of "Same Love," which went platinum just this past month, by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, is making some melodious waves herself in a release based on the same song. 

Whether you're gay, straight, or somewhere in between, "She Keeps Me Warm" puts words to love, with the graceful power of Mary's voice behind them.  It is intimate and deeply personal, resonating with the universal experience of being truly in love -- comfortable, life-giving, and exhilarating.  If you haven't had a chance to listen, do it. Listen, share, download.  And, if you have a moment, read her thoughts behind the release of this oh-so-personal single.

a treat for your ears

It is neither here nor there, but I am over the moon for this little morsel o' goodness. I hope that it brightens your Monday as much as it does mine. xo

speaking of love...

A little Seattle.
A lot of soul.
Be still my heart.

don't miss this

My deepest apologies for a lack in posting!  This week has, long story short, been an adventure -- one of knowing myself, making really tough decisions and putting emotional and mental health first!

As always, I am completely humbled that you are here to join me in living boldly. Every moment has been such a blessing -- challenging, definitely -- and such a gift.  I wanted to be as transparent as possible and let you wonderful people know that, starting on September 28th, I will be regularly updating each week on Fridays!  Make sure you check in throughout the week for the occasional irresistible snippet, link or health and wellness link!

Anyhow... Since leaving the Pacific Northwest, I have been completely in love with local Seattle music.  My absolute favorite, and one you CANNOT miss if you love good music, is the incredible Kris Orlowski Band.  Honestly, as soon as I hear the soothing, soulful sounds of Kris Orlowski's voice, I completely melt...  AND they are giving away a free download of a brand new collaboration with Seattle violinist Andrew Joslyn (whose sweet strings you can hear in collaboration with other Northwest artists, like Macklemore and Ryan Lewis)!!  Click on the image to check it out, I promise you won't regret it! (Did I mention that it's FREE?!)

Image via KrisOrlowski.com