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LATEST ARTICLES ( 728 )

• No No No, #646

  It’s hard to say no.  This is a lesson I struggle with, and I know so many close to me struggle with it, as well.  I take on so much stuff…so many... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Walk on the Ocean, #645

  

  Promotional photo from Toad the Wet Sprocket’s websiteYesterday, I was listening to the radio, and a Toad the Wet Sprocket song came on. Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• The Harlem Shake, #644

  

  What in the world makes a trend…a trend?  I just can’t even imagine how some trends get started.  Take this one for instance:The accent nail.I love this trend.... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Boogie Shoes, #643

  It is amazing how young a girl’s feminine wiles can kick in, and last night I watched the whole process in action with my daughter.  My little sweetheart has a... Read more

  Posted on 03 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Smash and Grab, #642

  Yesterday we took the kids to a movie…”The Croods.”  I know my kids loved it, but parents, this is just a “for kids’ only” movie.  Don’t even try to attempt to... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Triangles Are Rockin’ Instruments

  

  Triangles are a far more complex instrument than what meets the eye.  Most people think of these unpitched percussion instruments as simple ways for preschooler... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Blackbird, #641

  Dear Tucson Songstress blog readers,I have made a decision that I have decided to share with all of you at this time.  The beautiful fresh Spring air is... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Wake Me Up Before You Go Go, #640

  When my daughter was born, 8-1/2 years ago, she had colic. I was so sleep deprived, and in desperation one day, I cried to my mother, “When will I ever get a... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• When I Write the Book, #639

  

  My daughter seems to have a real knack for writing, and I’ve been witness to her talent on a few occasions over the last year. Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Perfect Day, #638

  Last night I went out to diner with one of my very favorite dates:  my son.  We were sitting in a booth enjoying our food when out of the blue my 6-year-old... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Good Stuff, #637

  As the weather starts warming up in Tucson, I always start looking forward to the release of the summer concert lists.  We have two big casinos in Tucson each... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Message from The Tucson Songstress: Basic Beat Egg Shaker Recall

  

  Hello Tucson Songstress Friends!Today I learned about a recall on Basic Beat egg shakers.  These egg shakers are the shakers I recommend in my Top 10 Tuesday... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Love The One You’re With, #636

  

  It was a rare day yesterday.  My husband and I actually spent the day alone together….without kids.  This is the beauty of working for a Jewish organization. Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Every Little Thing She Does is Magic, #635

  

  My Mom is the most elegant woman.  She has more style than anyone I know. It’s like everything she touches oozes with class, and I love just being around her. Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Everyone Knows It’s Windy

  

  It’s Tuesday, Tucson Songstress friends, which means it’s time for another Top 10 Tuesday music activity.  The wind is a characteristic of Spring, and I can’t... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Afikomen Mambo, #634

  

  For the longest time, looking for great and age appropriate literature was an impossible task as a Jewish music educator and as a parent.  For some reason, all... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Get Up Off of That Thing, #633

  I swear….I am the world’s greatest procrastinator.  With my lack of sleep and full morning of teaching ahead, I know the last thing I’ll feel like doing later o... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Songstress Spotlight Band: High Tyde

  

  I am so honored to introduce my very first spotlight band to all of my blog readers today.  High Tyde is an unsigned band from Brighton, England, and they... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Hey You, #632

  It has happened again. Another young friend has been diagnosed with cancer, and I am just sick for her. I won’t go into the details of her surgery and... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Blossom, #631

  

  There is a miracle happening right before my eyes, and I am baffled and don’t really know what to make of it.  For 8 years, I have lived in my house, and outsid... Read more

  Posted on 22 March 2013 SELF EXPRESSION