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Nov 1

Saw countless amazing costumes this weekend and Homer didn't disappoint.

Oct 20

Enjoying a whirlwind trip to Austin and wasn’t sure what to do with my early mornings now that I’m in the same time zone as my coworkers. So I dusted off a guitar in the guest house I’m staying in and played a newish little ditty in development. //
Thanks again to @hunter3rdwhite and @kristophercloid for sharing words and the lovely experience that was Under the Big Sky where this started.

Sep 24

Wow! Bittersweet to put my baby on the market today. Pictures can’t do 16 years of memories and projects justice, so I’ll start with some of the listing photos courtesy of @iris_leonardo @ittakestwo.photography and @homeinpdx
I’ve spent more time here than the first house I “grew up” in, though I did a fair share of growing up here, too. I’m so grateful for all for all my housemates, boarders, AirBnB travelers, friends and family who helped make this a magical space … and for the best neighbors I could have ever asked for.
I will likely post more after I catch up on sleep and my hands heal from all of the last minute polishing up. Until then, if you know anyone looking for a unique and quiet space to call home, please share: 5225 SE Taggart.
ps. @tadbchi artistic and craftsman credit on the gorgeous exterior woodwork and basement remodel. @michelleramin @rockycohenart @vanessacalvert artwork credits and @polkadotinteriors and @homeinpdx on staging.

Sep 12

Waiting at the ER vet, browsing some recent photos of Darby. This is her shortly after a haircut and move to the new house. Today marks a week and she hasn’t fared well. I was up all night, trying to get her eating tiny amounts of tuna juice and puréed food but she couldn’t take more than a few licks at a time. After a late night of calls and an overnight on the sofa and floor, we finally found an emergency vet who would take a call and made it through the triage wait. Now, we wait to essentially see if it’s her time to call 20 years a blessed amount of time together or merely a rough bump in the road. On an up note, I’m so grateful for all my friends who have been so incredibly helpful and supportive. I both can’t wait to have this year behind me and relishing all the moments with my loves.

Sep 11

Packed house for @stevewilkinsonpdx and @brainard.paul at the @barriopdx tonight. such a lovely sound ❤️

Sep 1

Thanks to the @barriopdx and all the folks who came out last night for a lovely evening of music. Felt very much at home...something I'm in between of at the moment. And amidst all the chaos, all the ❤️and 🎶was exactly what I needed to hang in and breeze through signing and closing today. New keys tomorrow 🗝️

Aug 25

Wind down your August with live music from yours truly next Monday, Aug 30 at 7:30pm. I’ll play songs from my forthcoming debut album (still in the works ;) and other new delights. It’ll be chill (but not chilly 🤞) and outdoors 😷 … and if all goes well you can help me cheers to a new home (as I’ll hopefully get the keys on the 31st). Who knows, maybe I’ll even write a song to good ‘ol Taggart Ct … or recruit y’all to write it with me ;) Until then, stay safe and enjoy some cool breezes.

Aug 5

good morning snappy happy

Aug 5

too cute not to stop and adore a while

Aug 5

some walking sights through east Austin to the north loop

Aug 3

So proud of this guy and grateful for some porch music and all the people who’ve helped us out this past year. Brain diseases labeled as mental illnesses are sadly still stigmatized. And with the pandemic reducing an already limited capacity of services, “beds” and access to in-person support along with an already shoddy health and insurance system — getting adequate care and support has been an exhausting struggle. Today, I’m happy to report we found a facility offering such needed care — where my brother will finally have a chance to get/stay healthy, regain dignity and respect, and the space to struggle safely.
Schizophrenia, like diabetes and cancer, has no known cure. It requires consistent care, diligence, maintenance and support. If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ll join me in battling the uncountable number of myths, and give those suffering from brain diseases the same compassion we give those who suffer from other physical illnesses.
As E Fully Torrey stated in “Survivng Schizophrenia, a Family Manual”: we don’t really know how the brain works, yet again will still don’t understand how aspirin works either.

Jul 22

Grateful to have had the opportunity to hug some old friends I met at another music fest a decade and a half ago. Pure magic.
This also marked my first vacation away from responsibilities in 18 months. There were a few moments I could have been sucked in, but gave myself permission to unplug. And wouldn’t you guess it? I came home to a house still standing, a brother calm and stable, cats alive, plants hanging in…and with a new song in progress.
Still, I’m gonna continue to lay low as I continue to recharge, finish prepping my house for sale/rent, publish my album…and do my best to believe that the best is yet to keep coming.
Pictured: Liz & Vajra, Liz & Midas (the sweeeeeetest old man dog), Kris & I, my new friend the tiny grasshopper who chilled w/me through a full set & a very hip fly doing yoga.

Jul 22

I gotta say, I’ve been spoiled. Watching and dancing to music played on an old ford hitch at the campground was far more my speed than the crowded fest. I’ll be cleaning dirt out of fingers, nose and clothes for days. #underthebigsky
ps. If only we could run our cities on the energy Hogslop String Band generates…our planet would be in better shape.

Jul 22

Oh Montana, even clouded in smoke you’re a post card. Thanks for an unplugged get away. #underthebigsky

Jul 9

❤️ when you get flowers (thnx @melmoze and @alissapdx !) to spruce up a work zone. Kitchen facelift in progress with new countertop & paint and fixing doors, tile and floor next.
Beautiful @freshfronks bottles designed by @foda_studio and @dale_duh picked up in Austin make for great vases … and their nut milks taste great too! #reusereducerecycle

Jul 5

psa: you are loved. the earth says so.