8 years ago a massive oil spill paralyzed this little fishing village. Before the spill, caused by a tanker called Prestige, too many fishing boats exploited the resources from it’s very abundant waters. Generations of fishermen realized their young preferred pursuing a new life of education.

Today the waters have healed and the number of fisherman has been reduced to less than a decade before, but they are more productive and respectful to the bounties they harvest. A new appreciation and awareness arose from a tragedy. Could this be what we are looking at for in our Gulf of Mexico?

Oil Spill in Lira, Spain

Hey BP, don't you spill on me 
Your tunnel vision is now a catastrophe.
Birds covered in oil 
They can't fly no more 
They can't breathe no more 
They can't live no more 
Our sea life has become a burial ground 
Your business has cornered the market 
Not just the fuel in our gas tanks
But the medicine we swallow 
From a cup made of plastic
Petroleum has monopolized our lives 
Made us dependent on a resource 
We all knew was coming to an end 
So, what's next? Nuclear!!! 
What about the waste? 
Ask my friend Al 
Who was a nuclear engineer 
If he thinks nuclear waste 
Is something for the human race 
So, the President says to pray 
You know, I believe in verticality 
It's the first sensible thing 
Anyone has said 
Who has the answers? 
Certainly a power bigger than all of us 
I say, bow down to Mother Nature 
Be humble to Father Sky 
Ask for Higher Wisdom to guide us 
The Truth will show us the Way 

I went dancing recently with my husband and my girlfriend. The music was provided by my friend’s favorite local dance band who has a lead flamenco guitarist. My husband wanted to leave and asked my friend to bring me home. After he left a young guy with golden hair down to his shoulders came over to our table. He wanted to dance with “us”. My girlfriend and I were flattered by his proposal and agreed to dance sometime later in the evening.  After a while my friend and I got up to dance and guess who joined us? He raised his shirt and rubbed his belly – then he undulated – what do you think!!! Well, I asked him how old he was and he said 43. I told him my son is turning 41 this month. He said, “you’re f%#@ing kidding me!” Then he sort of freaked out and the music stopped. I decided it was time to go home and we left. Wow, the testosterone was so high at 9pm! Definitely a happening place for swingin’ singles, but not for the likes of me. When I got home I told my husband about my experience and asked him to please never leave me again in a place like that!

She is passionately asking us to wake up. Now, with the tragedy in Haiti, our hearts are responding to those who are suffering. We, the citizens of our planet have allowed neglect and exploitation of Mother Nature to the degree that She must remind us who She is.Remember and thank Her every moment for your life; your safety. No destruction man invents is more powerful than Her. Remember Her and show Her gratitude and I believe She will respond favorably. Every moment of gratitude is a building block toward our future well being. Look at the sky, the stars, the moon; acknowledge the cycles of the moon. Share your awareness with someone you know or just in the moment with someone passing by. Take time to watch a sunset. It is gone in a blink and symbolizes a day in your life. Respect the rage of the wind or a calm breeze. Mother Nature is talking to us, did you know?
The magic of human healing has remarkable recovery ability. Collectively we can heal! With the devastating event in Haiti we are tested once again if our hearts will open and remain open. There is much work to be done. I hope Mother Nature cooperates, don’t you?

Hope this finds you all well and busily scurrying around preparing for the holidays.

It’s been a very fulfilling time for me. Amidst the chaos on the planet I have managed to find a greater peace. This year, my mother died leaving her legacy for me to march on. At the same time my grandson was born. Now all my children are married and what more can make a mother proud and peaceful.

I’ve been writing my autobiography focusing on my early career and now, Hal, my associate is transcribing what I’ve written so far. 2010 will be a year of music and writing. Soon I will be releasing a new CD called “Love it Away”, the title song of the album, and before years end a very danceable version of  “Love it Away” will be released as a single.

A new practice in my life has manifested emanating from Chennai, India. I feel we are all celestial beings and so I pray and say a mantra everyday to the universe of planets and entities that I call Creator. I find that connecting with the Infinite is very grounding for me. And so, I wish you inner peace and happiness.

Be your own creator.

With love,

DL

What does Thanksgiving mean to you? Now, more than ever, let us unite in showing gratitude for LIFE! Isn’t every day a challenge? Now, more than ever, give thanks.

I am so grateful to have been part of my baby Kt’s celebration of marriage. So much appreciation was shown by her family and friends.Flying home to Hawaii, seated next to me was my adorable Jered, husband #2. We danced the night away at the wedding, a Hollywood Glam inspiration. From the Cake Ladies’ gluten-free, sugarless, no-dairy wedding cake adorned in amethyst orchids (so deelicious), to the florist Gilly’s meticulous orchid arrangements under glass, inspired by the bride’s Lanvin heels, every detail was a reflection of the unity about to be sanctified by Rabbi Jay. Her gown melted LW’s heart as he proudly walked her down the isle to meet his future son-in-law. Mom (DL) was amply supplied with enough tissues, but not enough glue to keep those tears of joy from loosening up her false eyelashes. At the helm, navigating the rhythm of the evening was DJ Howie Pyro featuring his favorite genre; 50’s & 60’s rock n roll chosen specifically with our nuptials to perfection.

I first heard Howie’s name when I visited LuxuriaMusic.com** several days before. Actually I was on the Steve and Cheryl Show chatting away while they were spinning a few of my tunes: an absolutely gratifying experience.

The build up to the wedding lead me to the studio to record a few more tunes for my new release in 2010. So much to be thankful for. By the way, if you’re looking for a cool place to stay in LA, try the Crescent Hotel; very boutique, very chic and friendly staff. Ask for Shaw the manager for the best rates in town. Au revoir LA, my family and friends. Returning for Valentines Day.

Love from me  2 u

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