THE FEARLESS AMATEUR
Last Saturday at the Canadian Music Festival I spoke to a room full of young music hopefuls. Songwriters mostly, burning with passion for the music they’re ready to create. Their dream is, of course, to become successful professionals. I should have reminded them that we’re all amateurs. At least we start out that way. At everything. I mean everything. Including marriage, parenting, and all the minor subjects like whatever your chosen occupation is. That little place we visit in… Read More
NO ONE LIKES THE CENTER
I was not going to use yesterday’s affirmation for my blog today, but in keeping with the pattern of my morning I can’t locate the Joseph Campbell quote we were going to post. And I happen to be on an airplane that has no Wi-Fi. Though the sentiment works perfectly for me today. The truth is we can all be selfish jackasses. The secret is taking responsibility, owning it and righting it immediately if not sooner. I wish there was… Read More
WE CAN ALL CHANGE
The truth in yesterday’s Pascal quote is undeniable. At least in my case. And I can prove it. Take a look at Paul Williams, Still Alive, the warts and all documentary by Steve Kessler about my life and you’ll see a version of me that is hopefully, as unlike the man I am today as- well, enter your own metaphor. Frankly, I’m at a loss for words when I look at some of the archival footage in the film.… Read More
IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT US
Normally there will be no posts on Sunday, but we wanted to take a moment and thank all of you who signed up so quickly to be a part of our online community. Paul and I are overwhelmed by the response and excited by the opportunity to share and be a part of your lives on this journey of gratitude and trust. There are so many places to hang out on the web and the fact you all chose… Read More
NEW BEGINNINGS
At 49 I had my last drink. A hope to die, full tilt, a black belt alcoholic I’d finally had enough. It was time to get sober or die. My recovery began with two trips to rehab. The first a failed attempt to restore a relationship didn’t do it. I was there for her. Not for me. It simply didn’t take because I wasn’t ready. Two years later I tried again: Only this time for myself. For life. Because to… Read More