How’ s that for positive thinking? This third original will be my money maker… The start of my whole career as a singer/songwriter… Whatever I touch, there I will prosper. Whatever touches me, I will make better… What the heck? How long do I have to keep repeating these affirmations till they manifest into reality? If only the freaking universe worked like this/that…
I finished my third original. Here it is…
The SoundCloud version…
Click here on the link ➡️Who Controls The Stars written by Tyna J. Metzner
This by far is the most romantic song I have written. I wanted it to be almost sappy. I want people to know that it’s ok to dream and wish for a nice relationship! It’s okay to have great romantic thoughts. Romance isn’t dead! As much as reality tv wants to kill romance, it is in our hearts to want and to be romantic! Come on, lets not forget that romance is fun! Fantasies are fun!
I cooked a ton of food yesterday. I made my homemade Mac and Cheese with garlic and shallots. It was so delicious!
I doctored up some canned baked beans with diced bell pepper, onions, bacon, ketchup, mustard and a little brown sugar. They were also scrumptious.
I had a few over ripe bananas so I made this banana cake from scratch… My best banana cake to date! This was yummy!
Being domestic is fun for holidays. I enjoy making holiday food the most. When we have something to celebrate, it’s more fun to cook. Anyway, I made so much food that I won’t need to cook tonight. I like that!
Time is here- I want to pull you near. To look into those eyes and feel your touch tonight my love, tonight.
Time to put away my fears and let go of all the tears. I’m so glad to be with you and everything you do, delights me so- my love.
Who controls the stars? I want this night to last forever, I don’t want to move, I just want to stare at you, and the stars – forever. Don’t wake me from this dream think I’ll wish upon, stars – a little longer…
Instrumental break
If only in my mind- it’s just a matter of time. Till my dreams will all come true-and I ‘ll find you, for real, my love, one night. I’ll just close my eyes real tight, and dream of you- tonight…
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🌙 This is the most romantic song I have ever written. The whole thing is just a romantic notion. The music inspired the romantic lyrics. A lot of people write lyrics first then the music. My process is the opposite. I’m finding it probably works just as well either way.
I’m excited to put this all together. It will take me a week or so for my learning curve the lyrics to set in my head…
An oldie but goodie from the Chicago VIII album. This wasn’t even a hit, I just love it. It featured the late, great Terry Kath. He had such a soulful, husky voice. Although this was never a mega hit, I always thought it was a unique and a jewel of a song.
It makes me smile to cover this song because as far as I can see I am the only one covering this song on YouTube. If not the only one, a small few.
I will be incorporating this in my set list as I prepare to get myself ready to gig around Phoenix. I’ts a mental process, I’m getting there.
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In The Game
What do I have to do to get through here? I want so much to be heard. I have so much that I want to say now. The words are falling into place.
I’m reaching far beyond what’s comfortable. I’m hoping to catch my big break.
I don’t understand why it’s so difficult. To find my niche and stake my place. It’s harder than I thought to impress you. I find I’m lost in the game.
Maybe it’s too late for me. I missed my chance long ago, but I was busy, with life you know, please tell me how to play the game.
Lately, I’ve come to see, dreams must be realized, in your head. I want this so much, I need some help and luck -to make it through this maze.
I was spoiled with good food over the weekend! Saturday eve we sat down to a really nice BBQ place called Lucille’s. Delicious brisket, garlic mashed potatos and cole slaw was my meal of choice. I chose the icecream pie for dessert. The presentation was beautiful. My daughter chose the Banana Pudding. Absolutely delicious…
Snickers Icecream Pie. This was beyond delicious and the presentation, just beautiful!
Banana Pudding- light, airy and flavorful. A true delight! I thought the warm towels they presented up with to clean up with were a very nice touch!
Around 11 AM this morning I was served a lovely brunch. My husband and daughter made this lovely brunch, it took them a few hours to prepare all of this. It was delicious and very appreciated. We all pitched in after to do the dishes and that was a welcome help!
Alissa gave many compliments to the chefs as well. I often think my husband would have really enjoyed a career in culinary had he gone that route. I remind him that it isn’t too late should he change his mind. I so appreciated the lovely cusine and the patio atmoshpere. I was enchanted by this impromptu guest…
This Mom probably didn’t count on us using the patio when she built her nest there! What a wonderful low key quiet weekend it has been. Nice!
I’m trying to rejuvenate and remotiveate. I got a new haircut/ do for Mother’s Day. It was nice to spend a few hours relaxing and feeling pampered. It’s always fun to reinvent yourself!
Yesterday I spent a few hours trying to improve on these covers. These are my latest SoundCloud uploads… C
Click here ➡️Fool’s Overtutre written by Roger Hodgson ( my piano cover )
I hope you spend some quality time with Mom this weekend. If you can’t then call! I’m going to watch a marathon of Season 5, Downton Abbey with my youngest. We shall sip tea and eat cookies while we watch. It’s “our” thing!
A month ago a woman who shall remain nameless told me that she could get my music looked at by one of the biggest names in the music biz. Knowing I’m a small small fish in a very big sea I was thrilled at the possibility. She dropped a name so huge that I couldn’t think past the name. She told me that I would know where I stood and that I wouldn’t have to wonder any more. This was a scary thought because if I didn’t try, I would always kick myself. If I let fear keep me from trying than I would for sure lose. The possibility of what if this person happened to like me also came to the forefront of my mind. This person could really make my career if they thought me good enough. I tortued myself with the thoughts that came flying from my mind. Both negative and positive thoughts.
What ended up being the reality of whatever this review of my music talent was beyond a disapointment. First of all I never dealt directly with whomever looked at and evaluated me. They never acknowledged me through my contact info. The “preliminary notes” that came to me via email were from the woman who told me she could get my stuff looked at. She is an in-law…I thought maybe I could trust her to be credible
in what she was saying. Maybe she was? Regardless what came back was mostly constructive criticism of my vocals. I believe it’s probably accurate. Gave me pointers sort of ? Didn’t tell me that I suck… said my originals were solid and that I should copyright them…I was told too much melancholy would send the club goers running for the door. Was told to incorporate jazz and uptempo songs in my set list. Open my mouth wider when I sing. Drink tea with honey. Don’t huddle over my keyboard and sing often and apart from my keyboard. I was told their is a reason that people stand when they sing… So, I declared that I would try all of these things! Here is an example of standing lol… I hadn’t tried this before…
I took the critique in and I had hoped for some kind words of real encouragement that I didn’t get. I assume this person didn’t like me that much. What was even harder to take was this woman then felt it was her place to elaborate on the obvious…she said ” So sorry their is no golden ticket to a recording studio in LA. in your near future.” A few days later a letter from her telling me that she kept worrying that I must be so crestfallen by the comments. It became clear that this woman had no intention of providing me with encouragement. I could tell by her choice of words that she wanted to embarrass/shame me with attempt at trying. This really made me sad…
I wrote to her as if I would have had the real, true experience. I thanked her for taking her time to be the go between for me. I asked her to thank her friend and the big name producer for their time and consideration as well. I told her that although it wasn’t all I’d hoped for it was great to have the opportunity to try. I also explained that I would work on improving by trying all of the suggestions that were made in the comments. I explained that I would keep plugging away at it even if it never takes me anywhere because It’s personal to me. I wished her well.
I tried to not take it all to heart…after all, I’ll never know who really looked at my music other than her lol. I was sad that I made/ allowed myself to be so vulnerable. I still don’t know what I think about the whole thing… Wow, just wow…OUCH! I suppose I should be greatful I didn’t have to endure the scathing and torturous critique of Simon Cowell!! Still, this was humbling enough…
Not long after this my Granddaughter caught the stomach flu. I did also, it was a horrible bug for more than a week leaving me just ravaged. This flu went from gut to sore throat exiting with a temp. of 103! Dr. said it was a really bad Influenza B.
I have this to say about it.
I am NOT a gracious host, hit the road influenza type B! You have not been fun, you’re outta here!
The flu on the heels of this unfortunate supposed critique…left a bad taste to say the least.
This gal works so hard you wouldn’t believe it. She should be given a master’s degree in time management! She works full time, has four great kids, has been taking a full course load of classes. She still managed to volunteer in her children’s classrooms and attend field trips with them. Everyone is fed well, clean and loved a bunch…she really is SuperMom. I am thrilled and amazed at my daughter Brittany’s accomplishments.
She graduated with her AS degree in Paralegal with distinction! I couldn’t believe that she maintained and graduated with a 3.5 GPA! She is going on to ASU in the fall. We just attended her graduation Tuesday eve. I wanted to have a family friendly party to celebrate this momentous occassion. I opted for the easy way out food wise! Rather than make a big meal, I decided to buy a party sized frozen lasagne. I also purchased frozen garlic texas toast, a package of salad. I made a big batch of punch with fruit. I bought a really delicious bakery cake. Our local bakery dept. at Safeway always makes great cakes!
I’m not to proud to tell you that I bought my Grad decorations from DollarTree. I embellished and made my own decorations from them …
Of course balloons always make a party more fun. Balloons for my Grad…
I put together a small kids table which, is always nessicary and fun around here during family parties
Here was our quick little dinner since we had to run across town to Comerica Theater in downtown Phoenix…
On to the Graduation…
Back to the house for cake and icecream…
I love this talented daughter of mine so much. I am one proud Mom! It was a heck of busy evening but I was thrilled to honor my daughter’s accomplishment! “God speed” kid!
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