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Hi Joanne I am just featuring three of your fabulous fish and coral pictures on the Main page at the moment. Bye for Now Jill

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Ya'Sou! Ezine

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My Brand New eBook "Dark Summer" is now available for download at Lulu.com

You can order here Dark Summer by Joanne Olivieri

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Jo, That is absolutely beautiful! I'll bet I can guess where the inspiration came from. Hang in there my dear friend. Things have got to get better or at least that is what I am trying to convince myself of. Smiles, Chey

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people who hear the talk of the leaves are the blessed. They just can not not to share the received message of Heaven with all around and thus warm the heart of the world. It was my pleasure to meet you. Welcome to http://artbytomas.blogspot.com/ ...

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play Act Like You're In Love With Me - Sony Holland
play 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover - Sony Holland
play Meditation - Sony Holland
play The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Sony Holland

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San Francisco USA

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Single

About Me and my Creativity.

I am a published author, writer and poet. I've published two books of poetry and working on the third. I love photography and make my own handmade photo cards.

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I enjoy poetry, writing, reading, art, music, photography, music and wine festivals, museums, good food, chocolate and wine.

I don't like sushi.

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http://poeticshutterbug.blogspot.com

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A Tribute To Sony and Jerry Holland

It was a warm morning in February 2003. I was working at Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco. The plaza was empty and I was sitting in the store reading a book. All of a sudden I hear this jazzy tune playing on the Fountain Plaza. I did not recognize the tune but I loved the melody. A few seconds later I was stunned by what I can only describe as the voice of an angel. The pure, smooth vocals were so engaging that I had to get out there and see who this was filling the square with such beautiful music. I went out, stood by the door and saw this elegantly dressed beautiful blonde in a long black gown and heels singing her heart out in this quiet bare plaza. I was completely mesmerized by her voice and stood there for her entire set without even moving.

When I heard "This City Is Mine" which was written and composed by Jerry Holland I fell in love with the song. I waited until her set was done and went out and bought two CD's. I remember telling her that it was so nice to actually have someone with such wonderful talent to be out there performing at the square. What really made an impression on me was after her performance that day this talented singer came into the store to thank me for buying her CD's. We chatted a bit and I thought to myself how sweet to take the time out to thank me. Then again that is Sony.

From then on when she would play at the square I would sit outside and watch her during my breaks and time off. One day in particular she was in the middle of a song when tourists surrounded her table wanting information on her CD. She only had one at the time. I thought to myself I better go see if I can help them and walked up to the table and sold a few CD's. After, I retreated back to the bench to watch the rest of her performance when she motioned to me to go back to her CD table and simply said "I want you here." The rest is history.

I went on to work for her selling her CD's in the early days of busking on the streets of Fisherman's Wharf and at various gigs around the bay area. I have to say that those early days at the Pier and Ghirardelli Square hold special memories. We would hang out during the break and just relax and enjoy. There were times when Nancy, our friend, would come out and we'd do little "skits" at the CD table in order to draw people over to us though we really didn't have to work too hard. Sony's music always attracted so many tourists and locals alike. Those days though gone, hold a special place in my heart.

Click Here to watch their youtube video of "When I Find You" which is an original tune written and composed by Jerry Holland with vocals by Sony Holland. This song moves me in a way I cannot even describe in words.

Before I had met Sony and Jerry, I never really listened to jazz. For me it was just a mish mash of notes strewn all over the place. Once I started listening to their songs I fell in love with jazz. With Sony's vocals perfectly blending with Jerry's songs it was a no brainer. You just cannot get any better than that.

Through these past six and a half years there have been so many gigs, so many good memories and so many fans and friends. It was a whirlwind of music, fun, laughter and towards the end, a few tears. Though I am sad they have moved, I know that being in LA is a stepping stone towards their dreams coming true and that is what is important.

I have fond memories that will last a lifetime and beyond :) As was said last night at their final concert "this is not goodbye but only until next time." They will be gigging up here in the Bay Area whenever possible including a date in August for the San Jose Jazz Festival.

For those of you who are fans, I invite you to post a comment on this blog sharing your memories, first times etc... with Sony and Jerry.

For those who are not yet fans and my regular readers, I invite you to view the video tribute montage yours truly created and leave your thoughts and comments with me.

There is also more information on the sidebar of this blog with a link to her website, her lyric and melody blog, and her Sony Holland Shop collectibles.

Be sure to visit her website at www.sonyholland.com

Thank you.

Jo

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Ya'Sou! Ezine

Hello all,

Ya'Sou! Ezine is now complete. There have been major changes to Ya'Sou! due to my previous host provider making some changes which were not suitable for me so I decided to completely change the look and platform. As of now, Ya'Sou! Ezine is on a blogging platform which means it will need constant content in order for search engines to know that we are out here. Also, because it is a blog it will receive much more exposure and as a result your work will be noticed. There are many ways… Continue

Posted on June 18, 2009 at 4:17am — 1 Comment

My Brand New eBook "Dark Summer" is now available for download at Lulu.com

You can order here Dark Summer by Joanne Olivieri

Posted on June 14, 2009 at 5:30pm —

Dark Summer

Dark Summer

My senses numb
as blistering rays
seep through my skin
cold as ice
stinging my heart.
In limbo I reside
where tears
are my comfort
releasing the pain
like brilliant stars
lighting the darkness.

Posted on June 13, 2009 at 1:43am — 3 Comments

Sunset Over Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong

Sunset Over Victoria Harbour

Hong Kong

And the sun retreats

high aglow orange canvas

where I’ve seen this same glow

half a world away

on a different horizon.

And the daylight verbiage

quelled by deafening quiet

whispers secrets

to passerby clouds

never r… Continue

Posted on June 11, 2009 at 8:30pm —

Dale Chihuly Photo Montage

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At 8:07am on June 12, 2009, Carmen M Henesy said…: I'm sure you've seen all those photos before. When we come into some money, we should go to Crustacean. I'd love to have another one of those garlic crabs. They are so good!!!

At 5:58am on June 12, 2009, Gary Tipping said…: Thanks for your friend invite and kind comments on my music

At 8:15pm on June 11, 2009, Carmen M Henesy said…: Well, I am here, Jo, but, goodness, I will never find work with all these different social networking sites!! And I have my cruises sites as well. Good thing I am retired but I have to get a paying job. All this fun is killing me!

At 9:34am on June 11, 2009, Jill said…: Hi Joanne

Wow you have made your page look great already. And that is fantastic to have won a trip to Hong Kong with your poem. I just listened to your friends Only Want to Be Friends with you video which I remember from the old Bob Dylan days. Very nice.

And very good to have you join us on Creative Cafe.

Have a good day.

Jill