Moments to Celebrate
Celebrating My Marvelous 2023
Another year has come and gone. Looking back, 2023 unfolded into a year packed with milestones and special memories. I’ve evolved as a songwriter, recording artist, author, and podcast host, and most of all, I’ve grown as a person along the way. Before I begin my 2024 chapter, I’m going to spotlight my highlights and…
Read MoreThe Best Day Visiting My Middle School After Being Added to the Wall of Fame
Today, I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I returned to my middle school, Franklin Regional Middle School, to see myself in the Wall of Fame and spend time with the performing arts students, along with catching up with some of my teachers. When I was a student, I never dreamed…
Read MoreHow I Got My Agent
Well, Butterflies, my literary dreams are starting to come true. I’m now an agented author! My journey to literary representation was a trip to the depths of Tartarus to say the least, but I’m so lucky to have survived the query trenches. Was the adventure worth it? In hindsight, yes. That doesn’t erase the struggles,…
Read MoreRound Two of the Josie Music Awards in Nashville
My third trip to Nashville for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards was a fabulous one. From seeing friends to attending the awards at the Grand Ole Opry House, I made memories that’ll last a lifetime. Back to Broadway On October 21, I flew to Nashville with my parents super early. Here’s me on the…
Read MoreMy Cover Story in the Penn-Franklin News for My ISSA Awards Win
Well, Butterflies, I received such a surprise in my mailbox today. My ISSA Awards win made it into the Penn-Franklin News, and guess who’s on the front cover. Me! Winning the bronze award for USA Female Album of the Year at the International Singer Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards on August 5 was a dream come…
Read MoreMy Unforgettable Trip to Atlanta for the 2023 ISSA Awards
Wow, I’m officially an award-winning songwriter! Okay, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me go back to the beginning. In January, I submitted for the 2023 ISSA Awards and received six nominations. In April, all my amazing Butterflies voted, and I became a finalist in five categories. Once the finalists were announced in May, I…
Read MoreMy Nominations for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards
Since I got a special letter in the mail today, I thought it was the perfect time to finally share some exciting news. I’m beyond grateful to announce I’m nominated for three categories at the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards. That’s one more than last year! The Josie Music Awards in 2022 was my first…
Read More2023 ISSA Awards Finalist
Wow, where do I even start? I’m a finalist for the 2023 International Singer Songwriters Association Awards in five categories! After receiving nominations in six categories at the beginning of April, the poll stayed open until April 30 at midnight. This first round was all about voting. The fact that I got enough votes to…
Read MoreCurating and Co-Hosting Spring into Spring on Heart of Indie Radio
Happy Spring! Wow, I can’t believe it’s already spring. I’m not complaining, though. Give me the sunshine and warm weather. I’m ready for the flowers and butterflies. Yes, butterflies. Of course, I wouldn’t let the spring equinox come and go without some fun. To celebrate spring’s arrival, I curated and co-hosted Spring into Spring on…
Read More100 Episodes of Write on Track
Today, Write on Track officially hit 100 episodes. Wow, I’m beyond grateful for my entire podcasting journey. When I decided to start the show, I had no clue what it’d evolve into. Less than two years since I released the first episode on my birthday, Write on Track reached such a golden milestone. Episode 100…
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