“Be mindful in everything that you do.” -Someone said once Remaining mindful. Yoga practice teaches us to remain mindful in everything we do, staying present in the moment so that we can become more aware of the simple nuances of life; forgotten details that may bring us pleasure in an otherwise dull moment. Sitting here … Continue reading
15 Travel Tips I just took a trip around the globe. 3 Countries, 6 cities and 10 plane rides in 4 weeks. Hawai’i, Australia and South Africa. It was a life changing experience and boy did I need it! It feels so good to have some fresh perspective. Before I left I googled some tips … Continue reading
Ko’Aloha Ukulele; Treat Yourself Oh Honolulu. This special place holds so many wonders and memories for so many generatons. The pride and history of a nation. The kitsch memoriabilia of a fantastcal island paradise. Immortalized in cinema and in song. Many people visit and see for themselves. Many people only see thru the eyes of … Continue reading
I’ll admit I was wearing my rose-colored glasses all along. I’d been dreaming of her historical streets, the patchwork Victorian houses lined up like a chorus, displays of grandeur and flamboyance. With it’s alluring past, an enticing veil of mysticism has shrouded this city, a special kind of magic, a hot selling point for the tourism … Continue reading
Oh Reno, I have so many, many fond memories of this place. I’ve attended 6 years of Reno Uke Fest Fun. I bought a ferret in Reno once. My sister gracefully waddled her pregnant belly down the isle at a little chapel in October 1997 when I was 12 years old. Oh the wonderful memories! And … Continue reading
After having such a great time in Phoenix, Perry and I headed over to Santa Fe to spend a night in one of the most creative cities in the country. We rented a cute little artsy airbnb and had a fantastic dinner at La Boca, a fancy little, crowded Tapas bar in the Plaza. Caramelized … Continue reading
Tour blog: Sun City Phoenix AZ Perry and I were surprised at the sudden scenic shift as we left San Diego county and headed into the California desert. The mountains and hills around us looked like clusters of small round rocks all stacked on top of each other. Moon Valley? Was that the name? As … Continue reading
San Diego: Hale ukulele! Oh it was so nice to be back at Hale. I’d been there on my first tour almost 2 years ago and it’s just as wonderful. I was in a different group back then (Bass, sax, percussion & me). That was a really fun trip too. This time around I had just … Continue reading
Dani Joy Duo Tour 2017 Pre-Tour: House concert Gig with Holli in Loomis. What a great way to kick-off our adventures! Holli is an exceptional host, her home is gorgeous; country home with pool, green grass fields, meticulous vegi garden & fruit trees, a pond, chickens and deer ?! It was so great to see so … Continue reading
“Happiness is wanting what you have, not having what you want.” I have this phrase written on my bathroom mirror in eyeliner. Stays up surprisingly well under multiple washings. My Grandmother saw it and commented about it’s wisdom. That made me very happy, getting grandma points isn’t always easy. There’s always some cuter kid in … Continue reading
