Red, White and Blues

I can't seem to find the words to express the depth of disappointment I'm feeling. It's a good thing I'll have the opportunity to belt out some blues on Saturday. 

Time to take some breaths and work.

Be kind to yourself and let it flow to the world. 

I wish you enough. 

Ox,

Mari 

Election Day Blues

I voted already. 

I voted for democracy. 

My hope is that you understand the importance of this moment, and realize what it means for women and girls not only in the US, but in the world. 

It's not only about the choices we make, the main issue is that the choice to make is ours and ours alone.

Ox,

Mari

Saturday 11/9 in San Francisco

Hey Everybody!

Here is some of what is happening in our corner of the universe. 

Next show: 

Saturday, November 9th

The Saloon

1232 Grant Avenue

San Francisco, from 

4-8 pm

No cover 

21+

Cash only

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Album release: 

Early part of January

Date TBA

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Dedicating this post to Quincy Jones, who passed on November 3rd. He never learned to drive, but he made beautiful music. 

That's all for now. 

As always, sending ❤️ to you. 

Take care, 

Mari 

Who Do You Want to Be?

Let's grow forward, together!

Ox, 

Mari 

A Special Monologue

If you are still considering voting for the Republican nominee in 2024, please watch this: 

https://youtu.be/Oy0zq8YzY9w?si=BfWmGJU1akGGWc6f

Thanks! 

Ox,

Mari

Jack O' Lanterns

A family holiday tradition.  

Enjoy your day. 

Treasure each moment. 

Ox, 

Mari 

Democracy.Requires Awareness and Participation

Recorded the basics in stereo at Herman's Boogie Shack in 2011.
I've learned a lot since that time.
Mostly - that change, peace and joy begin within. 

when we treat each other with respect, kindness and love - good things happen.

Biodiversity is no joke. No one can fish when there are no fish.

Help us get money out of politics!

Power to the People!

Thanks! Hope you have a wonderful day.

Ox, 

Mari

Accepting Love and Support, Letting Go of Expectations

Hey Everybody!

 

I hope this message finds you well. Writing this on my phone again, so please excuse typos ahead of time. 

Determined to decide on artwork and get this one sheet done this week, so we can get the live album released. We have a half dozen tracks plus the "O" song, which was released a while back and sounds nothing like the blues. Don't get me started. LOL. 

There is a 60 day lag time between when we hand the tracks, etc., in and when it gets released officially. 

If you are actually subscribed to our email list and want a physical copy before then, send me a note and we will figure something out. 

Writing: 

I started a Substack column several months ago. It's called "Cafe Tamburo" -- to find it, use this QR code or look it up on Substack. You can choose to sign up for free or become a paid subscriber. I'll be sharing stories of gigs between gigs, ramblings about things I find of interest and the occasional recipe. ;) 

Live gigs: 

Our next gig is November 9th, from 4 - 8 pm at The Saloon in San Francisco. We are holding onto the 2nd Saturday afternoon for the time being. 

Congrats to all my Yankee and Dodgers fan friends and family, and as for the Mets, congrats on a great season and #LGM2025! 

As always, sending love and best wishes. 

Ox,

Mari 

p.s. Please donate or share this Go Fund Me for my friend Elena. She is dealing with an aggressive form of breast cancer and could use some support: https://gofund.me/c926e852 Thank you!