Sunday, February 14, 2010

For You On Valentine’s Day!!!
Hey…….  I just recorded this song in my Kitchen Studio called “Love Is A Lot Of Work”  for all of you on Valentine’s Day…….  Hope You enjoy!!!

Peace Out,
Lex

Friday, February 12, 2010

Hooty Hoot Hoo.... The Owls Watching You!

Current mood:  intense
Next week, I will be posting a video with a song I wrote, called “Eyes On The Back Of My Head”.  It was written this past fall, after enduring a very difficult year.  It is the first song I have ever written when I was angry……..  So I am out of my comfort zone sharing it!  To me though, being a singer/songwriter is not about being comfortable…..  It’s about a responsibility to share words and visions that flow through me, the best that I can.  So in the next week, it will be shared…..
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The song was inspired by an owl in my backyard that kept watching me through my windows.  It is said by the Indians, that if you continually see an owl, that you are going to be all knowing about your life and others, and will know when anyone or anything is deceiving you.  During this time, I started seeing things in my life that broke my heart……and this song was written.   I’m not angry anymore ….  But through it all I learned the meaning of trusting my self, and now I trust myself, more than anyone else.   There is silver in that lining for sure…..
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Assumptions are made about me, and my positive attitude all the time.  I’m aware that some uninformed people think I have my head in the clouds.  I make the choice to see the silver lining because I refuse to be bitter and angry about the horrors in this life, and spread that kind of energy.  I read a quote that said “Hope means nothing without action”…  So as a Woman, I take action by writing songs about what I see, hopefully allowing others to see those things through my heart.  I have friends that have died, friends that have lost children, battled cancer, lost husbands, and suffered heartbreak.  As a 16 year old girl, I volunteered in the inner city for 2 years and watched 13 year old girls followed by their pimp, children who wore un matching shredded shoes, just to barely cover their feet, and little ones as young as 4 who would come to hang out with me, because they were terrified to be at home.  I got lost in China, and will never forget the horrors I saw.  I personally have a grandfather, and godfather that killed themselves.  I could spend hours listing the horrors I’ve seen, and could spend my life consumed by the sadness.  I refuse to allow this to happen. I won’t allow myself to become bitter, and lose my zest for life….. and I laugh in the face of THAT destructive energy, and hope my songs will make a difference in some way.
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I have this special room in my house filled with vanilla and lavender candles. I go to this room to sit in silence, and clear my thoughts!  Every time I walk by the room, I smell the candles and I get this warm peaceful feeling inside of me.  I can’t explain it, other than it makes me know that I am alive, and well, and ready for what is on my path.  In this room hangs a picture that I painted of some incredible musicians, and when the room is dark, accept for the light of the candles, the picture glows and takes on a 3-D effect, and it is just the coolest thing ever.   I am thankful for this life.  I am thankful I can write songs, and I am thankful that people want to listen……..  for it means my message was received, and hope transcends!!!….
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Attached is the picture I painted of the Owl that kept visiting me.  Hope you enjoy my angry song :0)…..  The picture will be for sale on my ebay store shortly…….  Thanks for stopping by……  Check back next week if you want to hear the song!….

Oh….  and on April 16th, I will be singing at Eddies Attic at benefit for suicide prevention with many other performers!  I know this organization could use your support, so come to the show if you can.  I would love to see you!

Currently listening:
Blacklisted (Original Recording Remastered)
By Neko Case
Release date: 2007-11-06

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Current mood: Mysterious
Hope the end of your year is SUPER and next year is even better.  Check out the attached link to see exactly what I’m wishing for!  Thanks for reading my blogs and supporting my music this year……  Can’t wait to enjoy 2010 together!  YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!  Happy New Year!

Love,
Lex

Currently listening:
Secret Garden
By Bruce Springsteen
Release date: 1995-05-30

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Surprise
Current mood:  thankful
Merry Christmas!!!   If you’ve read any of my blogs, then you’ll know how hard I’ve been working to play that guitar with a steady rythm! I’ve attached my little Holiday miracle of being able to play and sing my FAVORITE Christmas song.  Hope you enjoy!!  Wishing you the best Holiday Season in the world, full of your own miracles, unfathomable Love, and tons of tons of light!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrwgmp_As9s&feature=player_embedded

Love,
Lex

Currently listening:
Anthology: Through the Years
By Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
Release date: 2000-10-31
Wednesday, December 09, 2009

Love
Current mood:  determined
Love….  LOve….. LOVE. Being the Holiday season I wanted to write a blog about LOVE. I LOVE, LOVE!!!  I’m not talking about the kind that people try to buy, or sell, or the kind that is used to deceive.  Those things AREN’T love….. but I’m amazed at how many people have gotten confused along the road of life, and think love plays a part in all of that.

I’m talking about the kind of LOVE that is beautiful and pure.  The kind of love that would never let a child suffer, a man or woman die sad or alone.  The kind that would never allow POWER to be more important than PURPOSE.  The kind that everyone knows would never hurt another being, no matter what!!!  Most importantly, the kind that gives us the strength to forgive ourselves, and others for the acts committed in moments, when truth is lost.  Finally, the kind that gives, but wants nothing in return!!!

When I was a little girl, I found it fascinating that old people often looked so sad, or mad. I was blown away by what would happen if I just shot them a smile.  I would imagine sending them a box of love as I smiled, and LO and BEHOLD, these OLD elders would light up like a christmas tree!  I was around 4 years old visiting my great grandma in the nursing home, when I decided I would spend my life sending that secret box of love through my smile.

Many times over the last 4 years, people have questioned my love of LOVE.  I always sign my name Love, Lex.  Several people have told me to change my signature, because they believe some will think I’m coming from a different place than I am.  It makes me sad that when you come from a place of peace,hope, and love, it can be twisted into all kinds of untrue things.  I know who I am, and where I’m coming from!  I know it is a whole lot better to Love with an open heart, than to live in fear of others misconceptions!

I am wishing you a wonderful Holiday season, full of beautiful and honest love, that is bountiful and hurts know one, but EMPOWERS all!  Peace and Hope to you, everyday of your life!

Me when I was little!

LOVE,
LEX  :0)

Webster’s defines love in 8b as…….”The feeling of benevolence, kindness, or brotherhood towards others”.  Wouldn’t it be something if the world could embrace that! Thanks for visiting!

Currently listening:
Wilco (The Album)
By Wilco
Release date: 2009-06-30