We must not let the horrors of humanity ruin us. There is so much negativity buzzing around us, so much hate and lack of empathy - yet there is more than a small bit of good still out there. We create it every time we show empathy for others. There is no sense in what has happened in Las Vegas. We must feel the shock, the horror of it. There is only the choice to pray (for non-believers, prayer can be a meditation or wish of goodwill), hope, and search for the goodness in all of us remaining as …
Give In to Hope and Love.
I am so inspired and moved by people who get past the horrible headlines and just continue their work of helping others. It's an honorable calling. The mess that we witness every day makes some of us piss and moan but it also motivates us all to care. It is easy to criticize and berate our country and everyone else, but actually there are many great souls out here. Don't forget that and remember to count your own soul while you're at it. We can not give in to despair or cynicism. Yes, be …
No More Fussing About this Election. Only Love today.
I am not spending another minute fussing about this election. Today, I am going to spread love and laughter and continue building excitement for my show tomorrow night at City Winery Chicago. (shameless plug: I sing Nina Simone at City Winery, showtime is 8pm I will include a link for tickets) It's what I do. I sing. I express myself and my shows are a time for celebration and joy and dancing and maybe a few tears. My intention is to make people feel good. Everyone: do something, say something …
Say something!
Sharing time with friends and loved ones is the simplest gift to give to yourself and others. These relationships sometimes go in cycles. Sometimes family and friends become estranged. If you have anger towards someone but you know that deep down it stems from them being a less than perfect person to you (i.e. a schmuck) - try to remember the love. Sometimes we may have been the jerk in the situation. Well, just be honest. Don't make an excuse, own it, say "I screwed up" and "I am truly sorry." …
U.S. State Department issues Worldwide Travel Alert.
This is some scary stuff. Oftentimes, I shrug these things off, perhaps foolishly, but this time, so soon after the many attacks on innocents around the globe, I am worried, saddened - aware. But, even as the real haters of the world continue to threaten us, and challenge our joy of life, I will continue to love and hope. I wish us all safe travels and enjoyment as the Holiday Season approaches. I can't help but think of a verse from my Mother's favorite Psalm 23:4 "Yea, though I walk through …