Music: none
Book: watching a movie
Thursday's show at the Crow River Coffee Company in Watertown MN was a surprise. Tiny town, lovely venue. Great food and a nice crowd. Husband recovering from hospital so I've been a bit absent over the holidays. Things back to normal probably by February....
Regards.
Anne Deming
Sunday, January 14, 2007
Saturday, January 6, 2007
September 11th
Morning. I finished "Rachel's Holiday" last night and found myself enchanted with the story - even though it's about a raging drug addict. Marion Keyes paints a painful life story with each successive novel and every heroine struggles to normalcy at some point in the book. After reading, one gets the distinct impression that life is redeemable, whatever the catastrophy or conflict. How appropriate that I finished this encouraging book about self discovery and personal growth on the eve of September 11th.
In a strange side note, I feel very proud to be touring this month with New Yorker City's talented Jennifer Marks.
Be well. Much Happiness,
Anne
In a strange side note, I feel very proud to be touring this month with New Yorker City's talented Jennifer Marks.
Be well. Much Happiness,
Anne
Tuesday, December 5, 2006
Loss
Music: damien rice
Book: wedding in december
Sitting at home in front of the tree sipping a cocktail mourning the loss of a friend whom I shared my first jack daniels with. Sad day.
Book: wedding in december
Sitting at home in front of the tree sipping a cocktail mourning the loss of a friend whom I shared my first jack daniels with. Sad day.
Saturday, December 2, 2006
hi
Music: 2000 Decembers Ago - Joy Williams
Book: Outlander - Diana Gabaldon
Chilly but pretty outside. I had a nice quiet show at the Mall Of America last night. I thought Christmas shopping began quick and fierce every December increasing with intensity up till the 25th, but there were only about 100 people in the entire mall last night. Odd. But a couple of my cds are now enroute to new states such as Utah, New Mexico and Idaho so I consider my performances a success! I might need a nap before heading out to see a movie this evening, but I'm looking forward to putting up my tree and listening to xmas tunes over the weekend.
Book: Outlander - Diana Gabaldon
Chilly but pretty outside. I had a nice quiet show at the Mall Of America last night. I thought Christmas shopping began quick and fierce every December increasing with intensity up till the 25th, but there were only about 100 people in the entire mall last night. Odd. But a couple of my cds are now enroute to new states such as Utah, New Mexico and Idaho so I consider my performances a success! I might need a nap before heading out to see a movie this evening, but I'm looking forward to putting up my tree and listening to xmas tunes over the weekend.
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Odd
Music: mike doughty
Book: vatican secrets
Went on a beer run for the bare naked ladies on Sunday. Weird. But I did get to see the show in exchange for tracking down a case of heineken and a 12 year old bottle of scotch. Good times. Bob Seger show is Tuesday. Believe it or not...I'm a huge fan. Great tunes. Happy Turkey Day. Christmas shows at the mall of america begin on Saturday, December 2nd at 11am. See you there!
Book: vatican secrets
Went on a beer run for the bare naked ladies on Sunday. Weird. But I did get to see the show in exchange for tracking down a case of heineken and a 12 year old bottle of scotch. Good times. Bob Seger show is Tuesday. Believe it or not...I'm a huge fan. Great tunes. Happy Turkey Day. Christmas shows at the mall of america begin on Saturday, December 2nd at 11am. See you there!
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Snow glorious snow
Music: Tori Amos
Book: Incubus Dreams - Laurel K Hamilton
Where have I been? Where have I been...? Takes too long to explain so I'll just start out writing in my journal again. It is snowing outside at the moment and I'm drinking some herbal red tea with vanilla scents just staring out the window. Truly a wonderful way to spend the morning. Nothing tragic or dangerous per say, but enough white to cause excitment. I was just pondering the fact that the last time it snowed in Minneaoplis was in March....on the day Mr. Fiance proposed. Cute huh? This Saturday I will be playing a show in Winona, Minnesota sans Chadly on percussion who has another obligation. It's been a while since I've played all by my lonesome but I'd better get used to it and start practicing so I can prepare for my solo holiday shows at the Mall of America. I'm about to search online for some new xmas songs to master on guitar. Earlier in the week I finished "Breath of Snow and Ashes" by Diana Gabaldon and I cannot stress enough how intoxicating it was. When I reached page 900 (of 1200 and something) I forced myself to put the book down and clean my bathroom. I wanted to savor the story a bit longer and prevent the escapade from finishing. Now I plan on reading every single book all over again from book one all the way to the one I finished - book six.
Book: Incubus Dreams - Laurel K Hamilton
Where have I been? Where have I been...? Takes too long to explain so I'll just start out writing in my journal again. It is snowing outside at the moment and I'm drinking some herbal red tea with vanilla scents just staring out the window. Truly a wonderful way to spend the morning. Nothing tragic or dangerous per say, but enough white to cause excitment. I was just pondering the fact that the last time it snowed in Minneaoplis was in March....on the day Mr. Fiance proposed. Cute huh? This Saturday I will be playing a show in Winona, Minnesota sans Chadly on percussion who has another obligation. It's been a while since I've played all by my lonesome but I'd better get used to it and start practicing so I can prepare for my solo holiday shows at the Mall of America. I'm about to search online for some new xmas songs to master on guitar. Earlier in the week I finished "Breath of Snow and Ashes" by Diana Gabaldon and I cannot stress enough how intoxicating it was. When I reached page 900 (of 1200 and something) I forced myself to put the book down and clean my bathroom. I wanted to savor the story a bit longer and prevent the escapade from finishing. Now I plan on reading every single book all over again from book one all the way to the one I finished - book six.
Sunday, November 12, 2006
Early Xmas
Music: damien rice
Book: fancy pants
My christmas tree is up already because I'll be on a cruise during the holidays. Mixing of the live show from the mabel tainter continues to progress. Holiday shows at the mall of america the first and second weekends in December. Should be a good time. Right now I'm enjoying a big glass of white wine in front of a roaring gas fire with my sweet doggie curled up on the end of the sofa. How very thomas kincaid. Sad but true....
Book: fancy pants
My christmas tree is up already because I'll be on a cruise during the holidays. Mixing of the live show from the mabel tainter continues to progress. Holiday shows at the mall of america the first and second weekends in December. Should be a good time. Right now I'm enjoying a big glass of white wine in front of a roaring gas fire with my sweet doggie curled up on the end of the sofa. How very thomas kincaid. Sad but true....
Sunday, October 1, 2006
Odd Comments
Music: Niyaz
Book: P.S. I Love you
Why do people say thoughtless things? Someone was observing us being giggly and lighthearted over the weekend and decided to approach Mr. Husband. "I saw the way you two look at each other and laugh, you must be newlyweds. I give you five years.
"What a random and ridiculous thing to say, especially to someone you don't even know. Plus, I'm pretty sure the only people who know about our marriage are the two people actually participating in the event - us.What's the word I'm looking for...? Oh right - moron!
Book: P.S. I Love you
Why do people say thoughtless things? Someone was observing us being giggly and lighthearted over the weekend and decided to approach Mr. Husband. "I saw the way you two look at each other and laugh, you must be newlyweds. I give you five years.
"What a random and ridiculous thing to say, especially to someone you don't even know. Plus, I'm pretty sure the only people who know about our marriage are the two people actually participating in the event - us.What's the word I'm looking for...? Oh right - moron!
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Furniture Fiasco
Music: none
Book: none *gasp*
Three years ago I purchased some furniture at Marshall Fields. My boyfriend joined me at the store as I was finalizing delivery following payment. When the transaction was completed, the sales person turned to my boyfriend, shook his hand (my hand was left hanging, outstretched and ignored) and said "I hope you enjoy your chair and ottoman sir, it has been a pleasure doing business with you". Then he turned and walked away back into the store offices. I was furious at having been ignored by this ignorant sales individual who had erroneously assumed the furniture purchase was my boyfriend's instead of mine. Was it more likely for the male to be the breadwinner of the family?...even though there was no proof that my boyfriend and I were a "family" to speak of at that point in time. Anyway, steam bursting from my body, we left the store and I kept the furniture - all the while stewing about it. I called the store when I got home but they didn't seem too bothered by the sale's person's behavior. The fact that I had shopped, haggled, paid and spent two hours at the store meant nothing compared to the two SECONDS my boyfriend had spent showing up. Unreal. Anway, fast forward to this month when Mr. Husband and I shopped for several pieces of furniture at a different store. I shopped, I bought (with my own money) and wouldn't you know it, but the hand written receipt of payment with my name and credit card information were mailed with additional materials addressed to my husband. I could bore you with all the details but I will give you the quick version. I went to the store and explained to the manager why I was insulted that my receipt and payment was sent to Mr. Husband (who has a different last name by the way) and not to me, but the only thing he kept saying over and over again was that he "didn't want to lose my business". He didn't fix anything, he didn't explain why this would happen and most importantly did not understand why I was upset that their furniture store seemed to think I needed male supervision to purchase a damn dining room set. *sigh* So now, Mr. Husband and I have no furniture for the new house we are moving to in October because I cancelled the entire order and asked for a refund. THAT came through loud and clear to the store manager. I feel a bit silly, but I am still very mad. Men reading this post might not understand but I bet there are a slew of woman who had had the displeasure of trying to purchase a car and been talked down to by a sales person who kept asking if their dad or boyfriend could stop by and help out with the purchase. It's a little thing, but I expect to be treated like a woman and an adult, with respect. Not as an idiot or as a trophy wife. Grrrr....
Book: none *gasp*
Three years ago I purchased some furniture at Marshall Fields. My boyfriend joined me at the store as I was finalizing delivery following payment. When the transaction was completed, the sales person turned to my boyfriend, shook his hand (my hand was left hanging, outstretched and ignored) and said "I hope you enjoy your chair and ottoman sir, it has been a pleasure doing business with you". Then he turned and walked away back into the store offices. I was furious at having been ignored by this ignorant sales individual who had erroneously assumed the furniture purchase was my boyfriend's instead of mine. Was it more likely for the male to be the breadwinner of the family?...even though there was no proof that my boyfriend and I were a "family" to speak of at that point in time. Anyway, steam bursting from my body, we left the store and I kept the furniture - all the while stewing about it. I called the store when I got home but they didn't seem too bothered by the sale's person's behavior. The fact that I had shopped, haggled, paid and spent two hours at the store meant nothing compared to the two SECONDS my boyfriend had spent showing up. Unreal. Anway, fast forward to this month when Mr. Husband and I shopped for several pieces of furniture at a different store. I shopped, I bought (with my own money) and wouldn't you know it, but the hand written receipt of payment with my name and credit card information were mailed with additional materials addressed to my husband. I could bore you with all the details but I will give you the quick version. I went to the store and explained to the manager why I was insulted that my receipt and payment was sent to Mr. Husband (who has a different last name by the way) and not to me, but the only thing he kept saying over and over again was that he "didn't want to lose my business". He didn't fix anything, he didn't explain why this would happen and most importantly did not understand why I was upset that their furniture store seemed to think I needed male supervision to purchase a damn dining room set. *sigh* So now, Mr. Husband and I have no furniture for the new house we are moving to in October because I cancelled the entire order and asked for a refund. THAT came through loud and clear to the store manager. I feel a bit silly, but I am still very mad. Men reading this post might not understand but I bet there are a slew of woman who had had the displeasure of trying to purchase a car and been talked down to by a sales person who kept asking if their dad or boyfriend could stop by and help out with the purchase. It's a little thing, but I expect to be treated like a woman and an adult, with respect. Not as an idiot or as a trophy wife. Grrrr....
Friday, September 15, 2006
Not enough jewelry in the world
Music: Sia
Book: Match me if you can
My existence used to be so very peaceful. As of today, I have never been more stressed in my entire life. How does the rest of the world live like this? It boggles the mind and makes my eyes cross.
Book: Match me if you can
My existence used to be so very peaceful. As of today, I have never been more stressed in my entire life. How does the rest of the world live like this? It boggles the mind and makes my eyes cross.
Friday, September 8, 2006
updates
Music: Buddy Miller
Book: Bombay Ice
State Fair was an experience...not sure what to think of it. CHadly and I had a fun sounds check for a big music fest in Saint Paul - good times. New experience. Still selling our house, some interest and a showing this weekend. Kinda tired and currently wasting the night away watching eposides of Friends...
Book: Bombay Ice
State Fair was an experience...not sure what to think of it. CHadly and I had a fun sounds check for a big music fest in Saint Paul - good times. New experience. Still selling our house, some interest and a showing this weekend. Kinda tired and currently wasting the night away watching eposides of Friends...
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Sunday
Music: Tom Waits
Book: Memory Keeper's Daughter
Reading a book for book club...we meet on Thursday. I've been glued to my iPod for the past 36 hours...I can't leave. Haven't exactly figured out to shower with it yet but I'll figure it out. I have decided after much deliberation that one of the most perfect songs ever written is "Crawl" by Hattie Peterson. It is glorious and haunting. No matter how many times I listen to her play acoustic the lyrics slip through my blood and the only action is to play the song over again. I can't stand when it is over. Buddy and Julie Miller are also on my hot list of songwriters that the world is better off for having known. It's been very quiet as I listen to songs and figure out what new cover tunes I would like to learn. Mr. Husband pointed out that I tend to write morbid songs so my conver tunes - if any - need to be happy or at least a little rocking so that the melodramatic feel of the show doesn't overwhelm or depress my audience. *smile* No harm no foul.
Book: Memory Keeper's Daughter
Reading a book for book club...we meet on Thursday. I've been glued to my iPod for the past 36 hours...I can't leave. Haven't exactly figured out to shower with it yet but I'll figure it out. I have decided after much deliberation that one of the most perfect songs ever written is "Crawl" by Hattie Peterson. It is glorious and haunting. No matter how many times I listen to her play acoustic the lyrics slip through my blood and the only action is to play the song over again. I can't stand when it is over. Buddy and Julie Miller are also on my hot list of songwriters that the world is better off for having known. It's been very quiet as I listen to songs and figure out what new cover tunes I would like to learn. Mr. Husband pointed out that I tend to write morbid songs so my conver tunes - if any - need to be happy or at least a little rocking so that the melodramatic feel of the show doesn't overwhelm or depress my audience. *smile* No harm no foul.
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Cinderella
Music: NPR
Book: wall street journal
I'm heading off to Cleveland to pose as a godmother for my new nephew Leo. Looking forward to the visit. No guitar in tow this time around, but the state fair is juuuust around the corner. I feel a storm approaching and after looking out my window - sure enough - the sky is a dark grey and I hear rumbles. Woo hoo.
Book: wall street journal
I'm heading off to Cleveland to pose as a godmother for my new nephew Leo. Looking forward to the visit. No guitar in tow this time around, but the state fair is juuuust around the corner. I feel a storm approaching and after looking out my window - sure enough - the sky is a dark grey and I hear rumbles. Woo hoo.
Friday, August 4, 2006
oh i wish
Music: buckcherry
Book: the chill of death or something like that
I wish I were at a spa. The stress of selling a home is ridiculous - why do people do this? Makes you long for the days of noisy neighbors and shitty landlords...the joys of apartment living. Just kidding my own place and privacy far outweighs any nonsense with homes but still...one can dream. Happy Friday by the way, my pets are looking forward to having their mommy home to cuddle with them and I'm looking forward to a jam session with Chadly...Mabel Tainter approaches and I have nothing but excitement for the upcoming show. We might be playing the state fair too - I think I mentioned that - but don't have times yet. Regards...
Book: the chill of death or something like that
I wish I were at a spa. The stress of selling a home is ridiculous - why do people do this? Makes you long for the days of noisy neighbors and shitty landlords...the joys of apartment living. Just kidding my own place and privacy far outweighs any nonsense with homes but still...one can dream. Happy Friday by the way, my pets are looking forward to having their mommy home to cuddle with them and I'm looking forward to a jam session with Chadly...Mabel Tainter approaches and I have nothing but excitement for the upcoming show. We might be playing the state fair too - I think I mentioned that - but don't have times yet. Regards...
Tuesday, August 1, 2006
heat wave
Music: playboy radio
Book: sacred sins
I was clearing leaves off the roof last night and distrurbed some neighborhood bees....so in the middle of a swarm I escaped with a few stings. Ouch. Ouch! OUCH! Damn they hurt. The record heat wave sweeping the midwest really isn't helping but I'll survive. The pets and I are wholed up in the air conditioning reading books and taking naps. Not much else to do. Severe thunderstorms are supposedly making their way to the Twin Cities for a cool down and some awesome thunder. Woo hoo...
Book: sacred sins
I was clearing leaves off the roof last night and distrurbed some neighborhood bees....so in the middle of a swarm I escaped with a few stings. Ouch. Ouch! OUCH! Damn they hurt. The record heat wave sweeping the midwest really isn't helping but I'll survive. The pets and I are wholed up in the air conditioning reading books and taking naps. Not much else to do. Severe thunderstorms are supposedly making their way to the Twin Cities for a cool down and some awesome thunder. Woo hoo...
Thursday, July 20, 2006
best present ever
Music: allison crowe
Book: WALL STREET JOURNAL
I received a fabulous present in the mail today...a t-shirt that says "I'm going to keep wearing black until God makes a darker color"Love it : )
Sunday, July 16, 2006
CSNY
Music: Buckcherry
Book: The Pleasure is all mine
Weird memoire from a professional submission. Interesting none the less. Skipped out on CSNY last night playing Xcel, but my parents came to the show and had a blast. Drove by the new house my husband and I bought , but we can't move in until October. *Sigh* It is soooo hot and humid I am re-evaluating a trip to India next year. Good lord! Heading off to Cleveland soon for my god-nephews baptism. Should be quite the family affair. Celebrated my birthday last week on a boat - great view of the city. Bye for now.... Oh and Chadly and I have an offer for a few state fair shows which we are evaluting as I write - I'll keep everybody posted.
Book: The Pleasure is all mine
Weird memoire from a professional submission. Interesting none the less. Skipped out on CSNY last night playing Xcel, but my parents came to the show and had a blast. Drove by the new house my husband and I bought , but we can't move in until October. *Sigh* It is soooo hot and humid I am re-evaluating a trip to India next year. Good lord! Heading off to Cleveland soon for my god-nephews baptism. Should be quite the family affair. Celebrated my birthday last week on a boat - great view of the city. Bye for now.... Oh and Chadly and I have an offer for a few state fair shows which we are evaluting as I write - I'll keep everybody posted.
Thursday, July 6, 2006
Pink
Music: Buckcherry
Book: The Expected One - Kathleen McGowan (advance copy)
Saw PINK at first ave last night and she was spectacular. It's a rarity for a performer to be bigger and better live than on the cd. She was gracious and entertaining and just ON. Great show, I would go back again in a heart beat. Now it looks like we're trying to see Tom Waits in Akron Ohio during August - we'll see if we can make this happen....
Book: The Expected One - Kathleen McGowan (advance copy)
Saw PINK at first ave last night and she was spectacular. It's a rarity for a performer to be bigger and better live than on the cd. She was gracious and entertaining and just ON. Great show, I would go back again in a heart beat. Now it looks like we're trying to see Tom Waits in Akron Ohio during August - we'll see if we can make this happen....
Friday, June 30, 2006
Holiday
Music: Joe Cocker
Book: Light in Shadow - no idea it was a discount book at Borders
Happy Holiday weekend as we celebrate July 4th. I enjoyed the Tom Petty concert at Xcel way too much this week. His songs are cute and catchy - I don't even own a CD, but I knew everything he played! And to experience 18,000 people singing along with a performer on stage is a unique event. He didn't do a single thing except stand there with a guitar in hand in front of the mic (oh wait, he shook a morraca spelling?? for a song) But he was enchanting - no fake enthusiasm or "Hello Saint Paul!" crap. Just honest to goodness music. Quite a treat.
Things keep falling into place for the September 29th live recorded show at the Mabel Tainter - I can't wait! Chadly and I have a few rehearsals planned as we roll out a bit of new music and....I think that's about it. Have a safe and happy holiday.
Book: Light in Shadow - no idea it was a discount book at Borders
Happy Holiday weekend as we celebrate July 4th. I enjoyed the Tom Petty concert at Xcel way too much this week. His songs are cute and catchy - I don't even own a CD, but I knew everything he played! And to experience 18,000 people singing along with a performer on stage is a unique event. He didn't do a single thing except stand there with a guitar in hand in front of the mic (oh wait, he shook a morraca spelling?? for a song) But he was enchanting - no fake enthusiasm or "Hello Saint Paul!" crap. Just honest to goodness music. Quite a treat.
Things keep falling into place for the September 29th live recorded show at the Mabel Tainter - I can't wait! Chadly and I have a few rehearsals planned as we roll out a bit of new music and....I think that's about it. Have a safe and happy holiday.
Saturday, June 24, 2006
Hiya
Music: Joe Cocker - I Can Stand a Little Rain
Book: Caleb Carr - new one in paperback, can't wait
I remember the Alienist blowing mind mind away in college...it was a story unlike any I had heard before but the writing was hypnotic. Now I get to enjoy Carr's new novel. Mr. Husband and I made an offer on a gorgeous house in Wisconsin last night - hopefully we get it, if not, I guess we build. This process is insane. No shows this weekend but I am looking forward to the rain. My pets are curled up beside me and we have a lovely get together planned with friends in Prior Lake tonight. Good weekend all in all....
Book: Caleb Carr - new one in paperback, can't wait
I remember the Alienist blowing mind mind away in college...it was a story unlike any I had heard before but the writing was hypnotic. Now I get to enjoy Carr's new novel. Mr. Husband and I made an offer on a gorgeous house in Wisconsin last night - hopefully we get it, if not, I guess we build. This process is insane. No shows this weekend but I am looking forward to the rain. My pets are curled up beside me and we have a lovely get together planned with friends in Prior Lake tonight. Good weekend all in all....
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