OK, I'm home now and perhaps I can type a bit better!

It was an eventfilled couple of weeks, lots of music, lots of love, lots of counting our blessings especially around Rick - and also lots of work. It was wonderful to meet/see again so many Mudcatters, Marion, Peter T, Banjo Bonnie, Michael K (and his beautiful new guitar) in addition to getting to spend time with my friends Mick, Jeri, Rick, Heather and new friends Paul and Bev. Who am I leaving out??? Thanks to Rick and Paul I had the chance to meet some great musicians also; jamming around the table or in the studio (I really enjoyed your Cowboy Song), Marion). It was a special couple of weeks, and these music people moments all had a powerful affect on the recording. Thanks to all.

I've got to tell one story. During the recording of the music there were some surpirsing moments of emotion for me. Some of these songs have a deep connection with me, and their stories have moved me - but I've beens singing them all for some time and am comfortable doing so. The emotion for me is just below the surface, but I got through the recordings pretty well.

But while were playing one of the tracks for Mick and Jeri - a song about a Scottish nurse during the US Civil War - I looked up at Big Mick who listening with tears in eyes and I just about lost it myself. After the track was over Mick explained. He'd never heard the song before, but instantly identified with his own battle/wound experience, and being nursed by some couragous nurses - and the song moved him. This project had some surprises for me.

This project will probably be quiet for a time, while I sort out the business about publication and release. It was a real treat working with Paul and I am most grateful for his skill and best efforts. Thanks very much to Rick for putting us together and for your help thoughout.