July - I Heart Songwriting Club Retreat!

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Photo Credit:  I Heart Songwriting Club (used with permission)

July began just like many other months but a change was coming. I did a couple of open mics at Banshees, where there was an easy feel through my songs and a new level of encouragement.

Highlight of the month was being accepted to attend the I Heart Songwriting Club / Wild Mountain Songs Retreat, held on the edge of the Border Ranges National Park.  What an amazing experience! 

I was one of nine songwriters in attendance.  During the weekend I collaborated with six of those other attendees, writing five different full songs.  I threw myself into the projects - supporting the other writers with music and lyrics.  We created some awesome songs together. 

It was a special way to celebrate another birthday and such a beautiful space to spend time.  There was a koala outside my window one night, glow worms beside the road each evening ... and I saw a mini glider.  All the food was wonderful and I was treated to at least four fabulous birthday cakes!  

I'm so glad I was able to take part in the retreat.  I left with renewed focus on where I am heading. I'm back writing a song a week with the I Heart Songwriting Club - and I now have a feel for collaboration. 

I’ve been apart from so much but now it's time to become a part of those things that cross my path.  I'm feeling good about so many things again.

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