Author: calledtobealive

Need space for all the energies of lifeto move in, through and around you? Don’t have a wide open meadowor a big water view readily available? Relax, close your eyes, […]

Animals are among the countless blessingswe have in our livesand with whom we share this beautiful planet A month on the road recently with Mellie and Banjotime and again both […]

Little Pukka,my concert size ukulelestole the show this afternoon In concert at Our Saviour’s Seaside, OregonWe were “Strong in the Song”While others clapped and sang along Dear friends, Char Leone […]

Gazing out my window this morningA little early to talk about autumnYet I see the next season on its way So I pray for wisdom to perceive the momentWhen things […]

August 19, 2022:

What a fun time sharing my songs and poems Sunday night, August 21st at Trinity Lutheran Church! Thank you, Jana Zsabo for your thoughtful words of affirmation and support!: “My […]

I sent a news release to an editor todayabout a concertand book signing event next month She got back to me right away saying,“This made me smile—will bookmark for future […]

I entered the day, my mind racing with anxious thoughts for no particular reason. It passed and peace returned. Amazing what the breath can do! Visualize dialing downthe volumeof your […]

Original Song in myCalled to be Alive! (Simply for You) collectionInspired by a sunrise on the Columbia River.