I am thankful for the gift of music in my life.

I am thankful for my mother, who has always supported me with her whole spirit.  Thank you for being so strong, and for teaching me that it is ok to be weak.  Thank you for picking me up even when you were carrying the world on your shoulders.

I am thankful for my beautiful family- as disjointed and broken as it may seem. 

Kimber- I am thankful for your sense of humor.  You always make me laugh, and your smiles are infectious.  I'll never forget our trip home from Louisiana!!

Bgyra- I am thankful for our car rides, long talks, and just your company.  You never cease to amaze me with your spirit.

Wally- You are my rock.  I am so grateful to have you to call when I'm in need of sanity.  You are the only man that has been in my life since day 1, and you are the best big brother we girls could ever ask for.

Cody- Where the hell are you? lol.  I'm grateful that when I get to see you, you always have a smile on your face.  You make me laugh.  You are adorable and full of life.

Frank- Thank you for loving me and raising me.  You taught me how to work hard, and how to never give up.

Pops- Thank you for waking me up in the mornings with your blaring guitar riffs.  Thank you for your stupid sense of humor- it makes my good gigs even better!  Thank you for teaching me compassion.

To all my music fans- Thank you for believing in me, even at times when i didn't believe in myself.  Thank you for listening, and for being touched, and for sharing those moments of closeness that only music can provide.

There is no particular reason for this blog- except that I am feeling very grateful for my life.  I used to think I needed a lot of money or huge success to be happy.  I used to constantly chase perfection. 

    I just found perfection in this moment.  Thank you for sharing it with me. 

    Love,

    Melody