We Made it Through 2025

And, just like that, 2025 comes to a close. I’m not quite sure how to categorize it. It began with my finger surgery in January, which was kind of the theme. For me, everything related to that. The healing process took longer than I thought—in fact, it’s still happening. I am still feeling pain and stiffness, but I keep reminding myself that I wouldn’t be able to play at all without the surgery.

I was lucky enough to be able book a bunch of cool gigs this year, despite my recovery—Olde Church Acoustic Concerts in May, The Cantean, Downtown Coffee Shop, Shayna B’s, Catstock (The Martin Girls-with Anne Marie Menta), the Songwriters Showcase at Aussakita Farms, Ball Pond Music Festival, The Friends of the Easton Public Library Craft Beer Tasting, Klekolo World Coffee with Tim Webster, Cafe Atlantique with Linda Foster, the Troubador Songwriter Series, and the Sterling House Christmas Tree Open House.

I have two shows in January:

Songwriter Night at the Stack, Bridgeport, CT (The Martin Girls) Thursday, January 8, 7-9:30pm

Klekolo World Coffee, Middletown, CT Tuesday, January 27, 7-8:30pm

In November, I wrote my very first song since 2021. This was a major achievement for me, and it came through unexpectedly. As soon as I wrote it, I knew I wanted to record it and release it. I brought it to Paul Opalach at Long Hill Recording, and managed to lay down the bulk of it in one session. I was nervous to play, not knowing if I would be able to play cleanly. I surprised myself. I think I did three takes for guitar, and three for vocals. Thank you, Paul for helping me bring my songs to life. The name of the song is How Do I Rise, and it is meant to instill hope and empowerment. I truly hope that it does. It will release in two weeks, on January 8 to all the digital platforms. You can presave this song to your Spotify by clicking the link below.

Thank you to everyone who booked me this year, to everyone who played with me and shared a stage with me, all who came to shows, and all who listened to my online shows in Second Life. You all are a part of my recovery, and I couldn’t have done any of this without you. You helped me push through a world of doubt and uncertainty, and kept me going through times I was not sure I could. I am so grateful to have you all in my life. It means more than you could ever know that you believe in me and connect with my music. Thank you for being here. I wish you all the best of what 2026 will bring, and a kinder, more peaceful world in which to live. Hope to see you all down the road. XO