It's almost time to bring the scarves out. It's hard to believe that, but we are at the tail end of August. The Minnesota State Fair starts next week, and that's always a sign of the end of summer. It's... Continue Reading →
I'm feeling spicy today. I don't know what it is, but it's 8:30 in the morning, and I feel like I'm ready to take on the world. Maybe some of this has to do with the fact that I'm kicking... Continue Reading →
Photo by Matthew Murphy of MurphyMade I'll just go ahead and say it. I've never seen the 1987 classic Dirty Dancing movie. Truthfully, it was just a bit too before my time and, being more of a music person than... Continue Reading →
I promised to get better at writing album reviews, but I fear I have gotten worse. Honestly, life keeps on lifeing me, and I feel like when I start to get comfortable with everything, something else happens that knocks me... Continue Reading →
I was up way too late at my show last night and then stayed up even later going through the hundreds of photos I had taken. This means I am super tired this morning, but I had to hit the... Continue Reading →
When was the last time you felt pure joy? I'm not talking about the last time you smiled or laughed; I'm talking about the last time you forgot about everything happening in your life and around the world. It doesn't... Continue Reading →
Although more of a pop artist than anything, I was hooked by Nadia Vaeh when I heard "R!OT!" Sure, it was poppy, but it had a theatrical element to it and some hidden angst that made it an instant favorite... Continue Reading →
Today has been a super busy and somewhat manic morning but it feels good. I'm feeling energized and feel like I'm getting way more done than I typically do on a Wednesday morning. I know a crash is coming, but... Continue Reading →
Do you ever feel like you're part of a movie or a game? It's not an easy thing to think about, but it's something that can send you down some dark and twisty roads if you're not careful. I feel... Continue Reading →