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A Message from Dave . . .
I
began writing lyrics many years back, when I was still
in high school, but I never let anyone know I could
sing. I guess subconciously I didn't think they would
like my singing (like most, I'm my own worst critic).
The very
first time I sang in front of a group, was on Saturday,
July 6th, 2002 in West Monroe, Louisiana, at a little
bar known at the time as the Country Classic. I had
been joking with everyone about singing karaoke and
they all dared me to that night. After informing them
that I didn't need any alcohol to assist me, I made
my song selection, an old George Strait tune entitled,
"The Chair", and well
from that point on, something snapped in me and - it
was all on from there.
Above
all else, I'm happy being who God created me to be.
As humans, we naturally long to be with someone, and
we instinctly search for attention from others, but
if we can ever become comfortable with solidarity, we
in turn open the door to one of greatest freedoms "never"
imagined. I feel
that if you can ever reach the point where you can be
truly comfortable being by yourself, you have mastered
one of the greatest challenges in life. I feel fortunate
to have found that peace and understanding early in
my life and encourge everyone to find that happiness
within.
I have had many moments in my life that seemed like
a dead end road; however, in the course of my grief,
I found that singing became an emotional support and
it filled the void in my life. Along
the path, I've spent countless nights out in the local
bars singing, meeting many new people, and made several
good friends from the experience. It also made me realize
for the first time that I truly do not need anyone to
make my life complete and happy.
I've found that when you are truly happy within, it
makes the time you spend with the ones you love eevn
better than you can imagine and opens up the door to
love like we all should love one another, without condition.
Being born a creative person, I channel quite a bit
of my energy into working on my songs. There are so
many people out there that have a talent and don't use
it. I don't want to look back one day when my life is
over and wish that I had used my talent the way I could
have. To
love me may be difficult at times, but the "creative
process" is who I am - it is part of me and always
will be.
I hope that in the course of my life and through my
music I am able to somehow touch at least one person
and make that diffference. I
am not seeking fame or fortune, I just want the opportunity
to share my gift and songs with people out there - I
want to identify with them through a song and let them
know they are not alone.
To everyone I say, "Live Life Without Regrets".
Make a point to always say "I Love You" to
those that you love, but most importantly demonstrate
to them what true love really is by your everyday actions.
Final
Thoughts . . .
I've
truly been blessed to have so many special friends in
my life . . . as well as a wonderful family that I wouldn't
trade for anything. Their love and honesty over the years
means more to me they'll ever know. YOU all know who YOU
are and I can't thank you enough for your love and support.
So
many people out there are hurting, lonely and confused
right now, and everyone has a story to be told. I want
to encourage everyone out there to love themselves,
and to also find that something that they were intended
for. Everyone has a special talent, a skill, and a purpose
in life, no matter how large or small, we all make a
difference on earth.
And most importantly always remember - God is Real,
don't ever be ashamed to talk to Him when you feel no
one else is there for you. Thank Him often and ask Him
to direct you along the path, He will NEVER leave you
as long as you call on Him.
God Bless,
Dave
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