Sometimes people come into our lives and with them they bring priceless gifts.
This is the case when Phil Kearney came into my life, his music struck me first and I became a fan, then we became friends. Phil has made a lifelong dream come true for me in turning my words into a song. I really don’t have adequate words to express my gratitude and fondness for Phil, he turned the “becoming a songwriter” into one of the most positive life changing experiences of my life. I’d even go as far and say Phil helped bring me to a point of full circle. Priceless!
Through the whole process of writing, recording, and final mixing Phil allowed me the privilege of being along for the journey of his process. I’ve learned so much while often just simply being in awe.
I’m in awe still Phil. Thank YOU!!
……and Phil…I’m even more of a fan.
Lyrics by Toni HelserSo this is it, this is my lightship
where my sense is regained
Here’s where I find a kinship
Penetrating the atmosphere with it’s frailtySpiraling and cascading
into vulnerability
Words that flow with ease
Into fairytales of ecstasyI’ll shy away
from all the tears
No longer chained to shame
I’ll shy away
taking risk where they belong
No need to lie
no need to pretend
that I’m okay
I’m okay
It was all part of the denial
but there’s grace in my face now
No longer quietly afraid
Singing “this is no charade,
this serenity…”
Casting out the shadows
of all that I buried
Showing the scars
like some battered little thing
I’ll shy away
from all the tears
No longer chained to shame
I’ll shy away
taking risk where they belong
No need to lie
no need to pretend
that I’m okay
I’m okay
Light glimpsing softly
Shadows celebrate with the sunshine
shifting brilliance in all that’s divine.
Barefoot Baroness 