I spent the weekend at Westchester Collaborative Theater with a group of the most amazing women. It was a celebration of of female playwrights. It was called That's Not All She Wrote and it was set in The Never Too Latte Cafe. I played the cafe singer. My original music was intersperse amongst the wonderful variety of monologues and one-act plays that were presented. The pieces presented were original works about; the divinity in swimming, a dyeing your hair fiasco, sisterly

I explore music. I explore art. I explore life. Early Steps of a Folk Jazz Artist At age seven, I took piano lessons at St. George Catholic elementary school in Chicopee, Massachusetts. I took 2 lessons a week for $2.50. Not $2.50 per lesson. It was per week. can you believe that? That is when my career began. A few years later, I taught myself to play the guitar. My family and I lived in a small village along the Rhine River in Germany. American telvision did not come on unt

It starts with a whisper, a nudge, a thought, an idea and if we allow it and follow it, it can bloom into creativity bursting out of you. And Voila! You have created something wonderful and magical. But what about those times when we feel empty and devoid of any creativity. This has happened to me more times than I can count. If you have a similar story but are tired of getting stuck, being stuck and staying stuck. Come and join me in and afternoon of exploration, discovery a

You feel that Spark to Create. Then Create! You've felt it before. It's an urge that won't stop. It keeps nudging you. I've learned that if I don't listen when the knock comes, the door won't open by itself. I have to open it. So what's it gonna be for you? Open the door and say, "Welcome" The Creative YOU collective hereby invites you to listen in and ACT! Too many doubts and fears in the way? Then it's time to knock'em out of the park because they don't want you to play. Th

THE FIRST SIP IS ALWAYS THE BEST! I am so excited to finally launch The Creative YOU Morning Brew ! This isn't just a blog; it’s a weekly dose of creative grit, NYC energy, and a sprinkle of magic delivered straight to your spirit. Today’s "First Sip" is all about why we need to brew our own inspiration before the world (or our inner critic) does it for us. Stop by the new site, grab a cup, and let’s wake up your inner artist. Creativity was and is my first love (don't tell m

Hello Friends, Independence Day Recap I trust everyone had a fantastic July 4th celebration. I spent the day at a Yankees game, where the team unfortunately lost in the sweltering ninety-degree heat. Despite the outcome, I had a great time. My snacks included a hot dog, popcorn, and Pepsi Zero, although I wouldn't suggest that combo on any day other than the Fourth of July. New Website, New Music I'm thrilled to announce that new music will be released starting in September!

Yes? No? Maybe? Today, dedicate some time to experimenting and exploring. It will only take two minutes. Deliberately entertain Inner Critic or Negative Nelly thoughts and observe how they make you feel. Next, shift your mindset to envision possibilities, thinking "the world is my oyster." Take note of how this feels. I believe you're just a thought away from starting that book you want to write, creating a masterpiece, composing a song, or launching your business. Be the "Ye

Singer, Songwriter, Author, Workshop Facilitator, Creativity Coach We're almost through the first month of 2026, and with all the wild shenanigans going on in the world that could make anyone's hair stand on end, I've decided to channel my inner superhero. My superpower? Creativity! It's my way of doing something good for society while keeping myself from turning into a grumpy old grouch. Without creativity, I'm like a curmudgeon on a bad hair day. But with it, I'm a contagio

Singer, Songwriter, Author, Workshop Facilitator, Creativity Coach We're almost through the first month of 2026, and with all the wild shenanigans going on in the world that could make anyone's hair stand on end, I've decided to channel my inner superhero. My superpower? Creativity! It's my way of doing something good for society while keeping myself from turning into a grumpy old grouch. Without creativity, I'm like a curmudgeon on a bad hair day. But with it, I'm a contagio