Performing Songwriter

MyHealth Affair is a 60-minute keynote presentation or a 2-hour workshop.
The workshop is more interactive however both allow participants to walk away with an exercise readiness self-assessment and action plan. An exercise program as a laminated placemat may be included.

It all began when I looked in the mirror at age 50 and asked myself the question that would come to be my ongoing pursuit:
“do I pluck or wax?”
Change happens. Age happens. Gravity ultimately wins. But health is a choice that we must consider daily and can mean the difference between dependence and independence.

MyHealth Affair was created for myself and for others who wish to live a long and active life. My years of experience in the healthcare and medical fitness field allow me to help increase awareness and teach individuals ‘how to’ reduce risks for heart disease, ‘how to’ exercise and get results, ‘how to’ manage our weight; and ‘how to’ apply simple behavioral techniques to keep us on tract with our healthy choices.
As a professional songwriter I know what the power of music has been in my life as a motivator for change and I want to bring that to the audience to strengthen the learning experience. Music aligns the heart and mind and when there’s a ‘connection’ there’s often change.

Some of the songs written for MyHealth Affair include “Right Now” which describes a time in my life where I was faced with an unexpected loss. I searched my past to see if I could go back. Maybe there was someone or some place I could go back to. What’s ‘known’ is often comfortable but not necessarily healthy. I chose not to go backward.
I searched my future to see if I could guess what could happen but I was only consumed by fear of guessing what could happen. It was paralyzing. I chose to move through my fear and embrace the unknown. Finally I realized all I have to work with is right now: ‘all I have is where I am, I got shoes on my feet and the world in my hands, it’s up to me what I do with right now, I can change my life make it worth the while – I can breathe new air—right now”.
Other songs that are featured include ‘Fifty’ which is my song of wisdom for those turning fifty for the first time, or for the 10th time!
“Does she pluck or wax, trim or grow, wear her skirt high or wear it low, it’s anybody’s guess -- I guess anything goes-- she’s at an awkward age doesn’t know what to do -- she’s fifty years old and it’s all so new!’

Lastly, what I bring to the table is life experience. As a baby boomer and someone who has turned fifty more than once, I can help shed some light on the subject!