Saturday, December 21, 2013

Rock with it, Lean with it…

The holidays are such an amazing yet strange time sometimes, aren't they? People will cut you off in the mall parking lot then give you a hug at the ice skating rink! lol Anyway, I have family visiting me and its been wonderful! I can't complain! (Escpecially since I get all this amazing food made for me!) VITA ITALIANNA!  I wake up to coffee brewing and a breakfast spread fit for a Queen and the smell of different types of cookies, cakes and pies being made are endless! Oh! AND, it's my BIRTHDAY! YAY! 

 I've been a busy bee writing this album, checking off my checklist as I go… I've been having a blast and am very blessed! I also wanted to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has pledged and become part of my new project! I love and appreciate you all! 

Also, Thank you for an amazing birthday dinner tonight! It was beautiful and memorable!


Wednesday, December 18, 2013

"Opening Red Doors" The Album

So, like I said before, I have been up to something pretty exciting! I've teamed up with Pledge Music to get my album finished! Why is this so awesome? Because you guys get a chance to get involved and help me finish the album too! For pledgers only, we uploaded a short video today to show you guys how I take time to relax and share with you one of my favorite songs of all time. This week I want to let you guys in on the drops we artists' do for the dj's who support our records and I'm excited about showing you guys how I do that. If you want to get involved with us on this project, click here:

"Opening Red Doors"


Thursday, December 12, 2013

What a great week!

Gosh, this week just couldn't get any better… could it? =D

I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the many positive personal things going on in my life right now. If you know me well, then you know that family is so important to me. I had a fairly decent childhood, no complaints, but there were most definitely some speed bumps that I'd prefer to keep to myself at this time. Let's just say it all sort of went to hell in a hand basket around my preteen years… That being said, I've been fairly incredulous in making sure I secure an amazing childhood for my son. Although, he may beg to differ as any kid would do. Believe me, its been most definitely an uphill battle, as I have done it on my own since he was 2; But, I wouldn't trade that for anything. Believe it or not, I feel I have a well rounded, highly intellectual child with-hopefully-my Ohio core value system. (Oh Geez… here I go with a ramble and a smile lol) i.e. Make good choices, treat people kindly, love unconditionally and leave a positive and humble impression on the world, go above and beyond for those you love, etc.

ANYWAY, this week, we have been lucky enough to spend some amazing quality and family time decorating the lawn, laughing over pizza and spilling love all over the damn place! HA! My heart is so quasi-filled in over-abundant juiciness right now, that is, at best… indescribable. I pray and hope that you all are having just as an amazing holiday as we have been thus far. I wouldn't trade one bad experience that I've had in my life knowing what I am able to experience now. Know your blessings. Even the bad ones… because it will make the good ones that much more beautiful.

LIVE. LOVE. LAUGH.

Hey guys and gals!

 With December about halfway through, its safe to say I've been up to some pretty amazing stuff, (which I'm sure you're dying to read about, right?!)  …As you may you already know, I'm a COREmodel for the CORE DJS, one of the largest dj organizations in the world! And, I was invited to introduce myself with another dj organization, NERVE DJS, this week. Which I was welcome with open arms! It was great to meet DJs I haven't met before and tell them about my music and where I hail from and why I do this music thing! And since I'm all geek-life in this video, take a gander at how I beautify the glasses! Oh yeah, you want this… haha Hey, some guys dig the nerdy look. HA! At least, I'd like to think so anyway… So, if you haven't had a chance already, please shuffle your feet on over and watch the interview at:  www.pledgemusic.com/projects/ritaslanina! Good stuff!