Who am I?
I am …
* A singer-songwriter and a longtime lover of music
* Working on my first novel, to be completed (God willing) later in 2026.
* I won a contest a few years back and got an independent non-fiction publishing deal. Go to my book page to see the book OR check out the audiobook wherever you listen to audiobooks.
* New 2026 hobby…making chunky blankets. (I’m obsessed!!!). I’ve already sold two blankets (Whohoo!) and am so proud of them. The recipients have loved them and I’ve given away about 7 freebies for deserving people in need of comfort and warmth. And…I had my first pop-up in Dec. 2025 - it was a blast.
* A podcaster (OMG…too much fun!)
* A YouTuber with a new channel
* An empath and mystic who dreams prophetically and a curious creative who is fascinated with the afterlife
* A person who believes that kindness and love is the most important force in the universe
What Shines?
All things beautiful, including babies, music, flowers and chunky blankets.
Spirituality and the Metaphysical.
Cinema.
God.
Art.
What’s on deck now?
2026 is all about writing for me while figuring out a new way to be creative with the things that I do. So far, it’s been about redefining a greater sense of purpose for myself.
I spent a lot of time in early 2025 letting go of old things, old memories and old situations. So many times we are told to let go of things, (like its that easy to do!).
I find that there are two ways to tackle letting go of old things. 1) remember that letting go is a gradual thing, not done in one brilliant fire-ball of a moment - so have some grace with yourself - and, 2) get into some form of creativity. it is during the act of creating that you will meet yourself - the bad stuff will raise it’s ugly head and all the good stuff will surprise you.
Start working on music, writing, traveling or crafting, whatever sparks your fancy. And start slowly, one thing at a time. At some point, you’ll find it be be completely frightening, scary and hard. That’s when you know you’ve done something worthwhile.
When you engage, or better said - when you take a risk - the old things drop away naturally. Creativity is a portal into a new life, and a natural way to shed old things.
What I value
Love & Peace - across the planet. Please. Human rights for all. Please. More good music and storytelling. Please. More character-driven stories and movies. Please. More analog, less digital. Please. Writing and creating new stuff. Forever!
What I admire
Artists who strive for excellence in their work and who also live well.
Philanthropists.
The amazing bravery of racial pioneers.
What’s happening NOW
2026 Quick yearly rundown.
I’m not striving anymore.
I have less anger about old childhood hurts.
I routinely have lunch or dinner with one friend. I love getting to know people 1:1 in a deeper way.
Work
We continue to keep writing songs at our company, Love and Laughter Music Group and I keep noodling new ways to serve singer-songwriters better.
I love my podcast which focuses on the ordinary, everyday amazing songwriter striving to do good work. Otherwise, I’m consumed most days with running a business.
I’m deep into writing my first novel. It’s been a big challenge for sure; and I am looking to finish the first draft by late 2026. I am just about to hire a developmental editor (Yikes!) to help structure the novel. I’d like to go the traditional publishing route this time around, but I’ll keep you posted this time around.
All that being said, I’m probably living my best life right now.
Wishing you all the best as we scurry into the future. Take care of yourself and I encourage you to pick a positive word or phrase that resonates with you. I think I’ll keep the same quote from last year, because I love it so much.
Pema Chodron quote:
“You are the sky. Everything else -- it's just the weather."
We are in the mist of a global shift. The best thing we can do now is to take care of our inner worlds, watch our thoughts, take care of the people we care about and think about what will make us happier. The work you do on the inside, will effect the outside.
And, please be good to each other.
Meanwhile, I love all of you and keep the good stuff going.
- Lisa
Updated: March 1, 2026