What are the dreams that you had as a little kid? To be an astronaut? President of the U.S.? Mine was to sing in a big venue, specifically the Kennedy Center Honors. Last weekend, that dream came true. Since 1978, the Kennedy Center Honors celebrates the best in lifetime achievement in the arts and culture. […]
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Living the Dream: American Idol Auditions
Last Tuesday was a monumental day for me. You know how you have those experiences that you say “if I ever had the chance to do that, I would.” Those life opportunities that, for some reason or another, you find excuses so that they don’t happen. I’ve done that with many things – overseas trips, […]
“It’s Like Willy Wonka…Only Better”: American Idol Golden Ticket
I really do feel like Charlie Bucket, the poor young kid who stumbles upon the last golden ticket from Willy Wonka. I got an amazing surprise on Mon. morning that I never imagined would happen… I GOT THE AMERICAN IDOL GOLDEN TICKET! This is a magical ticket for all who know how insane the American […]
Mat Kearney Concert – Take 2
I don’t know about you, but I can easily name the best concerts I have attended. Each experience has made an indelible impression on me and I walk away in awe of their abilities and filled with musical creativity. Last night’s acoustic concert with Mat Kearney was no exception. In fact, I think it made […]
Nervous Jitters: American Idol Auditions
Aug. 3 is approaching quickly and the jitters are about to kick in. Now that I’ve told y’all my plan, I have to follow through with it, right? (Oh my gosh.. what am I getting myself into?!?!) Thanks so much for weighing in on Facebook, Twitter, and this blog with your song choices! I’m overwhelmed […]
And Your Next American Idol Is…
AHEM! I have an incredibly serious announcement to make. <drumroll please> I want to be your next American Idol I’ve wanted to try out for this show for so long, but either the 9-5 job or a lack of travel funds got in the way. Last year, I went so far as to try out […]
Mat Kearney!!
I’ve been waiting for this concert for a very long time. It didn’t matter that I was tired and sick and grouchy… gosh darn it, I was going to go. And, I’m so incredibly glad I did. Do you ever have those moments were you get so lost in the music that you can actually […]
Commercial Interruption: The American Idol Experience
We interrupt your regularly scheduled program to bring you breaking news: Amy tried out for the American Idol Experience. Yes folks, she stepped out of her comfort zone. All kidding aside, I really did “try out” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios while on vacation with my parents and boyfriend. It was supposed to be a low-key […]