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Reg Poole OAM

The World is Still Cruisin' Along
Well, we have survived another 'End Of The World' scare this month and we are all still here in one piece - amazing! I guess one day the world as we know it will end, but not this month anyway:)

In this edition, just below the Album Reviews, we have added a new feature Flowers In The Field, a brief tribute to all those entertainers who have passed into greener pastures. Again, we can only add those we have heard about, so if you hear of any please let us know ASAP.

Don't forget to have a look at Butlers Adventure Tours as we have added photos from the P&O Cruise, and there are a couple of new recipes in the CelebritE Country Kitchen. (BTW, send in your favourite recipes for inclusion).

Thank you to our major sponsors; LBS Music Group, Digital Music Centre, Butlers Auditorium, Lindsay Butler Studios, and Scoria Websites, your support is greatly appreciated.

So without further ado, enjoy the latest CelebritE News page...

 

This spot is where we put current news items, upcoming festivals and press releases, so email your news to the editor for inclusion:)

The 2011 QCMA Finalist & Winners
Winners in Bold...
 

2011 Male Vocalist of the Year

Col Millington

Graham Rodgers

Luke Austen

Markus Meier

2011 Female Vocalist of the Year

Caroline Taylor-White

Lana Ross

Rose Carleo

Sarah Kay

2011 Queensland Group or Duo of the Year

The Bostock

The Duke Wilde Band

The Leaping Lizards

The O’Donnells

2011 New Talent of the Year

Luke Austen

Ron Sellars

Sarah Kay

The Duke Wilde Band

2011 Bush Ballad/Heritage Track of the Year

Col Millington

Lex K

Luke Austen

Markus Meier

2011 Instrumental Track of the Year

Lindsay Waddington

Michael Fix

The Bostocks

The Leaping Lizards


 

It was heartening to see such a cross section of professional Business/Industry people and professional Artists/Musicians along with the wonderful Lovers/Supporters of Country Music and many past Presidents, Secretaries and Life Members who turned out to show their support of this iconic establishment and who want to see it continue into the future.

The new Committee consists of Steve Newton - President; Steve Charles - Srn Vice President; Jon Wolfe - Jrn Vice President; Sally-Anne Whitten - Secretary; Peter Hawkins - Treasurer/Public Officer; Bob Kirchner - Assistant Secretary; Jodie Crosby - Publicity Officer; Peg Gilchrist, Dot Gilchrist, Shaza Leigh, Michelle Simmonds and Diana Jones - Committee Members.

The new committees immediate plans are to organise a Fund Raising Concert during the "Hats Off" weekend for Saturday night with some of Tamworth's and Australia's biggest names in Country Music headlining, so keep your eye out for that! Also, the revival of the popular workshops and concerts which will encourage and help anyone who would like to get up and have a go.

Of course, the National Talent Quest will still be held in January during the Tamworth Country Music Festival, as it has been run for the last 40 years, albeit with a few changes (still in the pipeline).

We here at CelebritE News would like to wish the Capital Country Music Association all the very best of luck, may it grow stronger than ever into the future.

Photo credit to June Underwood

Back line: Peg Gilchrist (Life Member), Bob Kirchner

Middle: Peter Hawkins, Shaza Leigh, Dot Gilchrist (Life Member), Jody Crosby, Michelle Simmonds, Diana Jones

Front: Jon Wolfe, Sally-Anne Whitten, Steve Newton, Steve Charles

http://www.ccma.net.au/history.html

Cessnock Country Music Festival 2011

The following dates, 27^th to 29^th May 2011 have been announced for the 5^th ECBC Cessnock Country Music Festival, to be held at East Cessnock Bowling Club, Cessnock.

We are delighted to announce Anne Kirkpatrick and The Travelling Country Band, who supported her late father Slim, for the best part of his career, as our Saturday night entertainment with Pete Denahy opening the show. Pete is well known for his fiddle playing and song writing.

Friday night will see our popular locals combining for A Celebration of Country Music featuring Rob Wilson, Alby Pool, Lisa White, Tara Naysmith and Melody Pool.

Both shows will commence at 8.00pm

There will be 30 great artists performing over the weekend including The Apprentices, Travis Collins, Camille Te Nahu and Stuart French, Pat Drummond and Karen Lynne, Bruce McCumstie, Daniel Thompson, Steve Passfield, Peter Pratt, Bob Pigott and his Band, Makaylie Foodey and Sara McMonagle and John Wilson entertaining in the bar/bistro Saturday evening 5.00pm to 8.00pm

Also a huge Sunday of Balladeers with Norma O’Hara Murphy, who has left an indelible mark on the Australian Country Music scene with her unique writing style, bush roots and the uncanny knack of being able to find a great story. Today after a break of 8 years Norma has released her 10^th album “Whiskey Gully Road”. Supported by Rachel Richards, Bec Hance, Slim Newton, Bob Easter, Henry Hollis, members of Australian Country Music and Bush Ballad Association and Charley Boyter and his Band

Festival Organiser, Rhonda Astill, said “We are pleased to be presenting an outstanding line-up of artists over the weekend and we feel privileged to be supported by East Cessnock Bowling Club, Cessnock City Council, Reg Lindsay Rodeo Promotions, Comfort Inn Cumberland, Goanna Print, LJ Hooker and Britton Morrison.

“Secretary Manager of the Club, Marlene Hartog, has once again committed great support for the event by providing the perfect venue.”

Ticket enquiries and bookings can be made at East Cessnock Bowling Club: 02 4990 1444
 

For further information contact Rhonda Astill, Festival Organiser,
02 4990 6861 Or email rhondaastill@bigpond.com

Bundy Aussie Country Muster
27th,28th & 29th May 2011
Agrotrend Grounds

 
The Bundy Aussie Country Muster is a Festival to showcase some of the many Bush Balladeers who are currently recording their music. On Friday, walk-up artists will perform and the Bundaberg Country Music Club Incorporated will feature in a three hour show that night. Saturday and Sunday should be a treat as only professional artists will be performing.

Friday evening: 7pm to 10pm, Saturday 8am to 10pm, Sunday 8am to 2pm

Gate fees - Friday $5.00, Saturday $20.00, Sunday $15.00

Camping is available on site with powered sites available for AUD7.50 per person per night; unpowered sites are AUD5.00 per person per night. There will be meals available as well as soft drinks and ice-creams, and please bring a chair for comfort. Part of the proceeds will be donated to local charities.

Featuring
Anita Ree, Johnny Kaye, Trudy and Ged Hintz, Alan Luscombe, Buddy Thomson & Lynne Bennett, Rod Bryant, Sharon Heaslip, Johnny Greenwood, Evelyn Bury, Keith Jamieson & Alisha Smith, Gary Fogarty.

Muster Co-Ordinators : Val and Dave Johnston (07) 41529 370

Email: Bundaberg.Country.Music.Club@hotmail.com

 

The biennial Valley Jazz Festival will return to the streets, cafes, bars and concert stages of Fortitude Valley and surrounds from Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th May 2011. This 5 day festival is one of Jazz Queensland's major programs of events and also a key event on the national jazz festival circuit that will animate over 200 local, regional and national artists, across more than 16 live music venues, attracting over 7,000 visitors to Brisbane’s vibrant inner city. In its 5th production, this event remains Brisbane’s only multi-venue festival, critically focused on the jazz art form, by presenting the most compelling and innovative accomplishments in Australian jazz and creative improvised music.

A hot potch of information related to Australians

612 ABC Brisbane Valley Jazz Festival
Vocal Award 2011

Presented by Vince Jones Patron

The 4 finalists in the 612 ABC Brisbane Valley Jazz Festival Vocalist Award 2011 were announced on 612 ABC Brisbane, Wednesday 13th April. The award coordinator Ingrid James and presenter Richard Fidler featured audio tracks of the 4 finalists and discussed the competition ahead of the biennial Valley Jazz Festival in May.

The Winner will be presented with the trophy by the Award Patron Vince Jones, live on stage 6pm prior to the Valley Jazz Festival 2011 Vince Jones closing night concert event, 7pm on Sunday 29th May 2011 at the Judith Wright Centre. The four finalists will be invited to attend the announcement of the winner live on air at the 612 ABC Studios in Toowong on Friday 27th May 2011.

In its third year running the 612 ABC Brisbane Valley Jazz Festival vocalist award competition has received some excellent entries from across Queensland. The award is open to all Jazz Vocalists who are Queensland residents and 18 years or over. Judges were looking for talent deserving recognition, voice quality and interpretation with a sense of creativity and originality.

The winner will receive:

• The 612 ABC Brisbane/Valley Jazz Festival Vocal Award trophy

• Performance date at the 2013 Valley Jazz Festival

• Headline concert tickets for the 2011 Valley Jazz Festival

• Interview and airplay on 612 ABC Brisbane (subject to editorial guidelines)

• The opportunity to be considered for a broadcast recording by ABC-FM’s “JazzTrack”

• Complimentary membership of Jazz Queensland for 1 year

• Feature spot at the Jazz Singers’ Jam Night/JQ Christmas Concert in December 2011

• Career development mentoring

The finalists for the 612 ABC Brisbane Valley Jazz Festival Vocalist Award 2011 are;

Astrid Jorgensen, Craig Burnett, Eliza Cooke, Sarah Collyer.

For more information: www.valleyjazzfestival.com

 

Russell Records Country Album

Air Supply front man Russell Hitchcock has recorded a solo country album.
 

Titled Tennessee: The Nashville Sessions, the album was officially released on Tuesday May 10.
 

The US-based star has released two previous solo albums but the new record will be his first dabble into country.
 

"This is not a departure for me," he says. "I simply stepped outside the Air Supply box to dip a toe into other waters, an ocean of music that I've admired from afar."
 

The two-disc CD will include 20 songs, of which Russell says: "I am more than pleased with this project. This compilation will touch hearts the same way Air Supply music does"

www.russellhitchcock.com.

 

There are some great international artists coming to our beautiful country over the next few months so I thought I would mention some of them here. We are so lucky that these people bring their shows to our shores considering the expense in travelling, accommodation, production etc these days!

I would like to say right up that there could be many more but these are the only ones I know about!

  Out of England


To draw comparisons to Sir Elton John is impossible; artist, altruistic philanthropist, Grammy, Oscar, Tony and BRIT winner, his many accolades have made him an inimitable force in a career spanning five decades, with his versatility and effortless talent showing no sign of slowing down.

Acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest living pop icons, Elton’s audience has seen him traverse a career that began in the 1960s when he was a shy singer/songwriter and saw him grow into one of the most successful musicians of all time. His crossovers from classic balladry, soul and disco to country, gospel and rock have often confounded but never disappointed his legion of worldwide fans. As one of the greatest showmen of all time, his spectacular stage shows continue to leave the competition standing still in his wake.

As a humanitarian, Elton is a force for good whose public and private generosity support a staggering number of causes around the world, including establishing the Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992, and in 1997 raising over $40 million for charity through sales of ‘Candle In The Wind 1997,’ the single released following the death of his friend Diana, Princess of Wales.

Having sold over 250 million albums worldwide – in 1975, one in every fifty albums sold was an Elton John record – and boasting a career that has kept him and his songwriting partner, Bernie Taupin, at the top of the charts for nearly 40 years, his lifework has amalgamated into more than that of just a recording artist. Through a partnership with lyricist Tim Rice came the music for both the feature film and Broadway stage production of ‘The Lion King.’ Elton also wrote the music for the stage production of ‘Billy Elliot: The Musical’ and more recently for the box office smash, ‘Gnomeo & Juliet.’

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear one of the world’s greatest pop musicians in spectacular form when the ROCKET MAN returns to Australia this November/December.




For tickets: www.showbiz.com.au





  Out of Ireland...



Apart from being an accomplished singer songwriter / banjoist / guitarist / flautist and tin whistler, Finbar Furey is hailed as Irelands Prince of Pipers and was for many years the lead singer and front man of The Furey Brothers.

He is a master piper with a unique style. He has won every known Uillean pipe title, including 3 All Ireland Championships.

A man of great musical passion and a pioneer for the cause of Irish music, Finbar has carved a special place for himself in the world of music and in the hearts of millions of people. After four solo albums Finbar proudly returns to Australia for the release of his new album “Once when I was”.

Irelands greatest family comedian of our generation proudly presents 38 years in the Comedy business and most of this time at the very top of his profession. Brendan Graces' latest show features some brand new material and some 'Old Favourites' from his vast repertoire. His sense of timing and ability to read an audience is without equal. A brilliant character actor, his 'Bottler' character is legendary and is now featured at every performance. Apart from his obvious 'star quality' in all aspects of his performance Brendan's drawing power is enormous and the 'House Full' sign is the norm rather than the exception at his concerts.

In more recent times Brendan has managed to attract a younger audience mainly because the content of his show is very 'Family' and also because of his hilarious appearance in Father Ted when he played the part of a drinking. Smoking, troublemaker extraordinaire Father Fintan Stack. As always and especially nowadays it is advisable to secure your Brendan Grace ticket when he appears in your area.

For ticket information and dates: http://www.fureygracetour.com/

  Out of the USA

To Billie With Love From Dee Dee:


A Celebration of the Life and Music of Billie Holiday

28th May 2011

Presented By Sydney Opera House in the Concert Hall

2011 Grammy-award-winning jazz vocalist, Dee Dee Bridgewater celebrates the life and music of the iconic Billie Holiday in her only Australian performance.
 

'Dee Dee Bridgewater has the jazz world standing on its ears. With the passing of many grand dames of jazz such as Ella and Sarah, Dee Dee Bridgewater is a legend in her own time.' JazzReview.com
 

'Everything she does is energized by a bright, sassy humor.' JazzTimes
 

‘She impersonates Holiday's voice just once… but this is Bridgewater's show: she's a fine actor, but she's playing herself, and the audience adores her.’ The Guardian, UK
 

One of the last great Jazz vocalists, Grammy & Tony-Award winning artist, Dee Dee Bridgewater is probably the most electrifying stage presence in vocal jazz today.
 

Over the course of a four decade career, few others have ever commanded such depth of artistry in every medium. Putting her own spin on standards as well as re-envisioning jazz classics, her flawless technique and musicality has ensured a legion of fans worldwide.
 

Returning to one of her prime inspirations, the iconic Billie Holiday, Dee Dee makes her Sydney Opera House debut to give her only Australian performance of recent 2011 Grammy – Award winning album ‘Eleanora Fagan (1915-1959): To Billie With Love From Dee Dee’.
 

Equal parts sexy, spunky and sublime, audiences will be transfixed by Dee Dee’s exceptionally spirited dynamo and prowess as she showcases Holiday’s classic repertoire in her own inimitable style, including Lady Sings the Blues, Lover Man, God Bless the Child, Don’t Explain and more.
 

Accompanied by the superlative arrangements of her band that feature Edsel Gomez (piano); Kenny Davis (bass); Craig Handy (Sax/Reeds); and Jaz Sawyer (Drums), don’t miss your only opportunity to experience this amazing vocal talent in an unforgettably touching, hard-swinging and soulful live performance dedicated to one of the most influential vocalists in Jazz history

I hope you have enjoyed this edition of CelebritE News, we work hard to try and make the news not only informative but also entertaining.

We found the best Willie Nelson quote the other day..."If you fail at something long enough, you become a legend!"...ya gotta luv it:)

Can you believe next month is June? Christmas is fast looming up on us. OMG! Have a great month and we'll catch up again next edition.

Blessings Peg

 

All reviews are the opinion of the editor (& Special Guest Reviewers) and all new albums sent to the editor will be considered for review!

KAREN LYNNE
'Heart Songs & Laugh Lines'

I absolutely love this latest album from Karen, her ninth to date. It's a class act! But seriously, she's a 'Hands of Fame' recipient, a multi-award winner and after three international tours under her belt, you would expect nothing less!

From the first track, Unbreakable Heart (Benmont Tench), the album captures my attention...no mean feat these days. Karen's crystal clear vocals shine through on every track.

There's a beautiful duet with Randy Kohrs - Every Time You Leave (Charlie & Ira Louvin) penned by the famous Louvin Brothers, Jenny Dreamed Of Trains written by Vince Gill & Guy C Clark - a fabulous song about trusting in the Universe or, if you like, having faith in God.

Actually, I can't help but have a little giggle at Karen's expense...in her cover notes she writes; "No Bluegrass or Country Folk this time around..." but having a song written by Vince Gill almost guarantees at least a hint of Bluegrass/ Country Folk! :)

I Cross My Heart (Steve Dorff & Eric Kaz), previously a big hit for George Strait, Karen presents it with style here. I just loved Why They Call it Falling (Roxie Dean & Don Schiltz), You Beat All I've Ever Seen (Kostas/Melba Montgomery/Kathy Louvin), the ever popular Crazy (Willie Nelson), and Corner Of The Heart (Hugh Prestwood) I guess you can  blame it on my romantic heart.

There are two tracks co-written by Karen and her mate Allan Caswell - The Road That Brought Me Here (Allan Caswell & Karen Lynne) and There For You (Allan Caswell & Karen Lynne) both great country songs.

A lovely little lullaby written by Mary Chapin Carpenter called Dreamland (Mary Chapin Carpenter) that Karen recorded for her "precious little boy".

The three remaining tracks -The Rose & The Briar (Bruce Woodley & John Farrar), Something That We Do (Clint Black & Skip Ewing) and Friends (Joni Harms & Buck Moore), are just as inspiring as the rest, but I'm running out of space, suffice to say, they are beautifully written songs which are brilliantly sung by one of our most underrated country singers in Australia.

Distribution: Shoestring Records - 02 4788 1157

For Information, Product and Bookings: Karen Lynne Music - 02 4757 3292

www.karenlynne.com

 

MELODY FEDER
'Dirt Roads & Diamonds'

Earlier this month I received an EP from a young 'up and coming' singer from SA called Melody Feder. I had read a review about her earlier in the Country Music Capital News (April Issue), and so was very interested to have a listen to her 6 track CD.

First thing I noticed before putting the disc on was that Melody had written or co-written ever track, very game indeed. But, I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the storylines.

So on goes the disc, I gave it a spin as they say:) The first track RSVP (M.Feder), is a modern, what I would consider, country rock song which could easily be an updated answer to the song 'Return To Sender'.

The second track, Where Would Your Heart Be (M.Feder) is a lovely love song and really shows the sweet tones of Melody's voice.

Shutup & Kiss Me (M.Feder/J.Molton), is another modern country song with a driving beat and puts me in mind a bit of 'I Feel Lucky'.

Cold Hearted Cowboy (M.Feder/J.Molton), is a great straight country love song with a nice beat for dancing to. Actually those that know me, know I don't dance, but I can imagine other people dancing to it:)

Something I'd Never Do (M.Feder), is a ballad about a love that's gone wrong. With lovely vocals from Melody and, I would like to mention, the harmonies from Steven Sherrah and Tracey Stewart are beautiful. It's great to hear their kin harmonies again.

The last track, aptly named Up & Gone (M.Feder) is another modern country song about a girl who has had enough.

There are some really great musicians playing on this EP too. Acoustic & Lead Guitar, Bass and Ganjo - Anthony Stewart. Drums - BJ Barker. Fiddle - Hamish Davidson. Steel - Kevin Bergen. Harmonica - Trent Williamson.

It seems fair to say that you need to keep your eye open for this young lady. She has a nice husky edge to her voice which helps her stand out in the pack and her song writing abilities have a lot of potential.

I'm not the only one who can see Melody's talent either. She has had a hugely successful year having won multiple awards including;
- SA & Vic Champion of Champions
- The CCMA Songwriters Award (Tamworth)
- The Aristocrat Entertainer of the Year (Tamworth)

Dirt Roads & Diamonds was produced with excellence by Anthony Stewart and recorded at Red Brick Studios out of Adelaide, SA.



Management: Pickers & Grinners Management
(0437 065 989)

Distribution: WJO



 

This is a space where I will review past released albums that have grabbed my attention over the years. I am also open to receiving albums from artists, distribution agents etc, send to The Editor, CelebritE News - 336 Goonoo Goonoo Rd Tamworth NSW 2340.

BRIAN LETTON
'Timeless'

In the last couple of weeks I have had the privilege to be working with my old mate Brian Letton on his upcoming new release on the LBS recording label, which brought his latest release Timeless to the forefront of my mind, especially since I played on that one too. So, this is a perfect time to turn back time and review the Timeless album.

Timeless is another gem produced by Lindsay Butler OAM on the LBS label out of Tamworth, Australia's Country Music Capital.

As the introduction says on his cover notes "Timeless is a good way of describing the talent of Brian Letton", he continues to produce International standard vocals on World class songs and his appeal is...Timeless!

I suppose some would say I am biased when it comes to Brian because he is a personal friend of mine, but don't be fooled by that. When I hear talent I will let it be known - trust me, and this gentleman is extremely talented!

He has many well deserved awards and accolades under his belt too, but strangely no Golden Guitar yet???!!! LOL! Maybe one day we will all be very pleasantly surprised hey Brian:)

Anyway, moving right along, this album consists of 12 true country tracks sung in Brian's signature country crooner voice that his hoardes of fans have come to expect!

Cover versions of songs like You're The Best Friend (Isla Grant), The Comfort Of Her Wings (Worley/Rudd/Vippleman) and Hills Of Home (Joy McKean), A Brand New Bed of Roses (Z.Alexander/M.Woods) and Absent Friends (Cardy/Tingery) all very familiar songs to me.

There's songs to stir my Aussie blood like She'll Be Right Mate (Chris Callaghan), and Soldier On (Chris Callaghan) great patriotic songs.

Also there's wonderfully sentimental songs like The Ring Your Mother Wore (Nicholls/Allen/Worton), Loving You Your Way (Chris Callaghan), Holding Forever In My Hands (Manfred Vijars/Shaza Leigh) and Spinning And Twirling And Falling In Love (George Sic).

There's even a track that Brian does a duet with his young son Matthew Daddy What If (Shel Silverstein), keeping it in the family.

The Timeless album features the brilliant musicianship of Lindsay Butler OAM & Brett Dallas on Guitars, Shaza Leigh on Bass Guitar, Greg Williams and, another son of Brian's, Trevor Letton on Drums, Lawrie Minson on Harp, Noel Manser on Accordion, Hugh Curtis on Fiddle/Mandolin, Mark Moulynox on Pedal Steel/Dobro, Russell Dick & me (Peggy) on Piano/Keyboards/Strings, Barbara Bidencope on Tin Whistle, and on Harmonies - Greg Williams & Lynette Guest.

This is a great album as by now you can tell, a must have in your collection.

Distribution:
LBS Music
110 Glen Eagles Drive
Robina Qld. 4226

Phone: 07 5562 1292

lbs@lbsmusic.com.au

www.lbsmusic.com.au
 

AUSTRALIA

RAY ROSE: 11th Dec 2011
The well-known country songwriter and author from Gracemere lost his battle with cancer. Ray will be sorely missed in the world of country music, having written songs that were recorded by artists from Slim Dusty, Brian Letton to Tom Maxwell. He was also known as an accomplished writer, with four books under his belt.

EILEEN WOOD: 16th Apr 2011
An extremely talented fiddle player from Tasmania, who married, and toured with, Athol McCoy. They were known as the Real McCoys. Eileen played on many of Athol's recordings and she was one of the first women to do an instrumental fiddle album in her day. Eileen was 93 when she passed away.

 

USA

CHARLIE LOUVIN: 26th Jan '11
Charlie Louvin, half of the Louvin Brothers whose harmonies inspired fellow country and pop singers for decades, has died due to complications from pancreatic cancer. He was 83.



FERLIN HUSKY: 17th Mar '11
Ferlin Husky dies after a series of cardiac problems spanning a number of years. He leaves behind a spectacular career in the entertainment business and a great many recordings that will be with us for years to come. He was 85.
(from the Official Ferlin Husky website)

MEL McDANIEL: 31st Mar '11
Mel McDaniel, country music entertainer for over 50 years, songwriter and Grand Ole Opry member for 25 years, died of lung cancer on March 31st after several years of illness. He was 68.

 

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The Good...

It was great, during the Tamworth Country Music Festival in January 2011, at the CMAA Australian Country Music Awards, that they FINALLY presented Jimmy Little with a Golden Guitar  - albeit well over due!

The Bad...

Once again though, Brian Letton and others as well deserving, left the CMAA Australian Country Music Awards empty handed!!

The Good...

However, it would be remise not to mention Glen Hannah picking up the CMAA Musician of the Year 2011 award. Congratulations mate!

Oh and while we are on the subject, congratulations to the happy couple Glen and his lovely wife Felicity (Urquhart) on the arrival of their first child Tia Joy Hannah. Felicity says "She is a cute little possum" and I say "how could she be otherwise with beautiful parents like you two??"