I am celebrating Thanksgiving in Louisiana. It's probably the first time I've not celebrated Thanksgiving with family in… well, most of my life. Though I miss all my family this Thanksgiving, happily the Haeuser Hotel is very much like family to me… some of the best people on the planet!

This morning I received an email from CD Baby that my new CD, A Tribute to Love, is ready for its final confirmation. Though the CD won't be released officially until February, I decided to make it available sooner to everyone who helped support the album. And it got me thinking of thanks. I am a blessed individual.

I am thankful to have a loving family.
I am thankful to have good friends around the world.
I am thankful to have two sweet, gentle, kind, loving kitties (who I miss terribly).
I am thankful to have visiting rights to my sweet boy, Jasper.
I am thankful to have turned my childhood dreams into a reality.
I am thankful to have so many fans who listen and support my dreams.
I am thankful to have kindred spirits with whom I can share laughs and joy.
I am thankful to have the chance to share the stage with so many talented musicians and performers.
I am thankful to have so many people who enjoy my podcasts and ezines.
I am thankful to have a creative mind and the ability to create.
And I am thankful to you for reading this blog. Thanks!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!