I had a great time in Arizona last week.

I had a great time in Arizona last week. I had two FRC's (Front Room Concerts) in and around Mesa, and finished off with an amazing concert at Eastern Arizona College in the beautiful town of Thatcher. Here's what I have to say about that:

What I learned from the Jarmans' FRC:
1. Every young man should be an Eagle Scout. It shows a lot about his character and dedication, not to mention it impresses fathers of would-be girlfriends.
2. Spontaneous group sing-a-longs are both spontaneous and sing-a-long-y. (And once you get started, it's hard to get back on track.)
3. Keeping your shirt on is difficult for some people, no matter how public or embarrassing the location may be.
4. If you believe in yourself, you can do it!
5. You're never too young to heckle a blonde singer-songwriter singing in your back yard.




A letter to Laura Freebairn:
Dear Laura,
How can I get into your preschool? Is there an age limit? I know a lot of people who could write a letter of recommendation for me. I'm really good with finger paints, singing with a group spontaneously (see above lessons learned), and eating play-doh. I already feel at home in your house, so I won't cry when my caregiver drops me off.
Love,
Kirby


Why EAC is the MVP:
Copper (Tink!) Cotton (Ahhh!) and Cows (Moo, moo, moo, moo). I may lay my head on a pillow in California, but my heart will forever sleep in Thatcher.

I always count myself fortunate when I am among Arizonians. Until the next time...

Long live the Gila!









P.S. See more pictures from my trip to AZ in my photo album!

Fantastic Weekend!

I had a great weekend in Arizona. It was so good to see my friends again in Tucson on Friday. Thank you Kandee and Latter-Day Cottage for putting on such a great event. As always, Corbin was fantastic and had an amazing performance. He has such a grasp for intriguing lyrics and melodies.

On Saturday, I was fortunate enough to be a part of the Music and Arts Festival in Mesa. Thanks to the Allen family for being so kind. You guys did a great job. I hope to be a part of it in the years to come.

I got to see Alex Boye and Cheri Call perform. Not only are they fantastic musicians, they are fantastic people. I also had the chance to catch up with Peter Breinholt and Ryan Shupe. I am such a big fan of all of these guys. If you would have told me 10 years ago that I would be casually conversing with these musical heroes, I wouldn't have believed you. I am so fortunate to be able to associate with such great people.

Thanks to everyone who continues to support me. I am very grateful.

Click here to see more pics from my weekend in AZ!

September Schedule: Concerts and Appearances -- UT, AZ, and CO

September will be busy for me. I'll be in UT, AZ and CO. Here's the schedule:

Saturday, Sept 8, 5:00 - 6:30 PM
REFLECTIONS BOOKSTORE
Meet and Greet
47 South Main Street
Brigham City, Utah 84302

Saturday, Sept 8, 8:00 PM
BRIGHAM CITY PEACH DAYS CELEBRATION
FREE Concert
Main Street Stage
43 North Main Street
Brigham City, Utah 84302
Information on Peach Days

Friday, Sept 14, 2 - 4 PM
LATTER DAY COTTAGE
Meet and Greet
7012 East Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, Arizona 85710
(520) 885-2635

Friday, Sept 14, 7:30 PM
CATALINA FOOTHILLS HIGH SCHOOL
Concert
4300 East Sunrise Drive
Tucson, Arizona 85718
Tickets: $8 - $12
Purchase tickets online

Saturday, Sept 15, 1 - 3 PM
PIONEER BOOKS AND GIFTS
Meet and Greet
2820 East University Drive #102
Mesa, AZ 85213
(480) 832-8433

Saturday, Sept 15, 7:30 PM
MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Concert
2700 E. Brown Road
Mesa, Arizona 85213
Tickets: $10 - $15
Purchase tickets online
OR at
Pioneer Books and Gifts
2820 East University Drive #102
Mesa, AZ 85213
(480) 832-8433

Friday, Sept 21, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
MORONI BOOKS AND GIFTS
Meet and Greet
344 East Foothills Parkway
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 493-4895

Ten Things

Ten things I learned this weekend while visiting Tucson, Arizona:
1. Even if your tube of toothpaste has only one ounce of paste in it, they won't let you carry it on a plane if it is in a tube that says "4.2 oz."
2. If there is a problem getting an item through security, it is better to just let it go and smile. You might have a logical argument about something weighing "one ounce," but it's not worth losing flying privileges for the rest of your life.
3. Listening to Cyndi Lauper's "All Through the Night" while walking through the airport helps to alleviate anger and tension about having to "surrender" cavity-fighting toiletries. (That's what she really said, "Sir, are you willing to surrender this toothpaste?")
4. Kandee & company at Latter Day Cottage inspire me to be a better person.
5. Once I start talking, I tend to talk, and talk, and talk...
6. Everything good happened in 9th grade.
7. During a concert don't tell the audience how hairy you are. You might think they'd laugh, but you'd be wrong. They mostly wrinkle their noses in disgust and say "ew."
8. 8, I forgot what eight was for.
9. There is something in the water in Arizona that makes the locals really, really, ridiculously good looking.
10. Water and a toothbrush don't really get all the gunk off of your teeth. If only I had an ounce of toothpaste...