Author Archives: lieslwhitaker

“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 →

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 →

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

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 →

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 →

“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 →

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…

Writing again on a Tuesday in Georgia from the bus.  Just a short excerpt to start a process, whatever that may be.  We are traveling to the next town where we will attempt to bring joy to the hearts of … Continue reading →