Author Archives: lieslwhitaker
Telling on myself
I am a white middle aged woman. I’m a daughter, sister and mother. I’m an active duty soldier. I’m an animal advocate. I’m a jazz musician. I’m an empath. I’m a recovering Catholic who loves the art and ritual but … Continue reading
“The victim wasn’t wearing a seatbelt”
“The victim wasn’t wearing a seatbelt” How many times have we read that line at the end of a fatal accident report? When you read it, your lips purse, and the thought goes through your head, “Why didn’t they just … Continue reading
Gratitude…It’s Enough
If we all belong to the Infinite, then we need no further justification for our existence. Explaining the miracle of life is impossible for our limited genesis. The spark that lit us up from the moment we came to be … Continue reading
Diva with Nancy Wilson
It’s hard to believe this is nearly 17 years old. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Forever, a legend, Ms. Nancy Wilson… The Incomparable Nancy Wilson
The Rinse Cycle
When I think back upon the misadventures of my life, I have been slow to attach labels to the things that I felt in various stages. After all, once we attach a label to something, we rob ourselves of the … Continue reading
The Power of One
I began blogging in 2012 after several exchanges with a newly found friend via email as I toured the country with the Jazz Ambassadors. The correspondence started as friendly banter but quickly developed into a sort of personal discovery as … Continue reading
In Full Retreat…
“The worst of life looks beautiful, as it slips away in full retreat.” – Bonnie Raitt Winding down another tour with the Jazz Ambassadors, I’m reflecting on the roller coaster of emotions we’ve ridden since this trek began. Losing one’s … Continue reading
29 DEC 2012 – New York City
Originally posted on Liesl Whitaker:
I’m sitting in a small, one bedroom apartment on the West Side of Manhattan. Snow is blowing by the window, giving the room an even cozier vibe. I’m under blankets, in my jeans, truly just…
I’m Certain of Nothing…
One of the perks of my jobs is being able to travel around the country, often coming into contact with my extended family along the way. This happened this past week in Mason City, Iowa. My Mother, Barbara, was the … Continue reading
Loss, Love and Learning…
I have taken a hiatus from writing over the past 6 months, mainly because I have been absorbed in the observation of life. As a person, I am always amazed at the things that I can observe if my eyes … Continue reading