Lezlie Revelle

Is it wrong that I am so thrilled with the new recording project that my own music brings tears to my eyes?Â

Monday I was at the studio for 6 hours.  SIX.  We even ate at the studio.  I felt like a real recording artist!!  By the time I got home I was exhausted.  But I am so purely and simply happy as when I am in the studio.  The Amazing Denny (http://www.dennyosburn.com/)  laid down more keyboard tracks, and folks I gotta tell ya: The man can make you weep.

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ARK.  Acts of Random Kindness.  I recently discovered that performing these acts can be more difficult than I anticipated.  For one thing, unless you are acting anonymously or super-secretly, your success depends on someone’s willingness to accept an act of kindness.  Of course, you must also set your ego aside and entertain the notion that not everyone even shares your idea(s) of what constitutes an act of kindness.

So I’ve been feeling frustrated.  I haven’t felt like I’ve been able to return to the Universe the great kindnesses I receive on a regular basis: the gifts of my husband, friends, music projects, etc.

Yesterday, however, I performed with a group called Heartbeat Harmonies.  HH takes music to nursing homes and long-term care facilities.  Over Christmas we hit a variety of locations, but yesterday we focused on a group of Alzheimer’s care homes.  While not necessarily random, this act was certainly welcomed and appreciated, by both the residents and staff.  Wherever my mood is, it is uplifted by sharing music with these people.  I am greatful for the opportunity to use my music skills like this.

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Keep your eyes open for upcoming updates.  I have several shows scheduled for the spring, both solo and with Street Corner Choir.  And David and I are working on a CD Release party for the duo album.

Be good to each other and take care of yourselves!