This past weekend, I attended and performed at the First Annual "Above the Bridge" Songwriter's Weekend held in Curtis, MI. It was hosted by the Hummingbirds, Jill Jack, Billy Brandt and John Latini. What a blast! There were 20+ songwriters (some locally famous and some not), all gathered together to hear, critique, perform and share each other's songwriting. It was a total lovefest-- it was amazinig how everyone brought a different perspective and style to their songs. And most nights ended up in a giant jam sesssion on the porch of the Chamberlain B&B/Old Forest Inn. The place, the food, the people were outta sight. Like Jill Jack said, "I think I just gained 20 new members of my family". I'd agree... Songwriting is a very solitary endeavor, but sharing it with an audience is one thing, but sharing it with your brother and sister songwriters is way cool---