Mainstream Meade

I think I am glad that I'm not mainstream in any way. I'm virtually unknown. I think most people would say that if you havent become mainstream , then you failed. That is far from the case! I enjoy being an underground treasure- with the ideal being really very creative and charming music, that has my own flair and personality, rather than a commercial product. I also realize that as I get older, the music is what matters, not my image or my lack thereof. I am so proud of what I have done. So many just dream of doing these things- I have actually done them. I have to count my blessings. I got to sing at the Polo Cup in front of 10,000 people. I played the famous Bluebird Cafe in Nashville at a songwriter's showcase. I have met tons of musicians from around the world. I receive internet and local radio airplay. I have a loyal fan base in many places around Virginia and the South. And I also have managed to dig up a decent repertoire. I sometimes think I was destined to be a child star, since I had such charisma as a child. But now, I am so glad. I would have wound up strung out on drugs by 25 and probably dead by now. Or worse- in prison! No private bathrooms there. And probably no sweet tea in prison, either.


Anyways, today I decided to stay home from choir practice, since Im just getting over my ear infection. I bought myself a rubber ducky. We went to Ukrop's on Three Chopt Road tonight and I got a chicken sandwich with a piece of chocolate cake, and then a small kiddie sized frozen yougurt for dessert It was right crowded this evening. They like me there, though. When I go out in public in Richmond, I do seem to be recognized. That does feel nice. I guess being a local celebrity is better than nothing! I always try to be good to my fans. I think I'll go watch some ALF now. I bought Season Three on DVD.