My life is music. It brings me joy even through sadness (especially). If sharing my music with others brings joy and release, then I am certainly in the right place. Today I will be singing love and joy during a very sad moment. A dear friend lost his husband last w eek unexpectedly. I will be singing goodbye in celebrating the life of Tim Merrell. He had the most amazing smile. And that is what I will be singing today. And for my friend Jose Rolan and their son Avery.

Smile by Charlie Chaplin

Smile though your heart is aching. Smile even though its breaking

When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by

If you smile through your fear and sorrow

Smile and maybe tomorrow, you'll see the sun come shining through for you.

Light up your face with gladness

Hide every trace of sadness. Although a tear may be ever so near

That's the time you must keep on trying. Smile, what's the use of crying?

You'll find that life is still worthwhile, If you just

Smile

Read about Tim and Jose in a lovely Huffington Post piece by Chef Rossi