has been the phrase coming out of my mouth the last week.

I’ll start with the Listening Party that was such a great success and so much fun that I’m still reeling from it. That’s me standing on the bar to welcome everyone:) So many people came to support and really enjoyed my CD. I had a raffle to win a CD and Hayley Mcguire is the winner, so congrats Hayley!:)

Here is what some listeners had to say:

“I love “Validity”-the feel and melody is super catchy and fun! It’s hard to pick one favorite!” -Valerie

“The album was put together beautifully and had a really light upbeat feel”-Jo

“This is first time, I’ve heard your music and I am immediately impressed by your voice.” John

“‘My Friend’ and “Wait For Me” were two of my favorites. The lyrics and melody complemented your voice well. Great Music!!!”- Pete

“I love all the songs but especially “Super Girl”. The arrangement and vocals are so good-cool vibe, would love to hear it on the radio!!!!”- Troy

It was so nice to be able to talk to everyone while my CD was playing and really see the enjoyment on their faces. I think I have my youngest fan yet, Tovah, who is 2 years old and was bouncing out of her mom’s arms:)

Of course we were also celebrating my birthday which was the next day (last Tuesday May 8th). So on my actual birthday I had a lovely day sitting in the sun, writing in my notebook, listening to the sounds of a beautiful spring San Francisco day. I could hear someone playing a trumpet in the distance and it was the perfect soundtrack to the way I was feeling.

I went out to dinner with some close friends followed by dancing in a gay bar. That’s us being silly after dinner. It was so much fun! We realized that we have to go to gay bars more often because a.)they play cheesy top 40 music that I LOVE to dance to, and b.) noone bothers us except to comment on our outfit:) It was all I ever wanted…two love filled, music listening, celebrating, gay- bar dancing days.

So thank you universe…..I so appreciate it!

Lots of love,

Dana

My CD release party is coming up!!!! This Saturday May 19th is just 5 days away. I am so excited! so please RSVP to dana@dancarmel.com to find out where the event is happening!