Mary Swanson

People have always said that I am an emotional person, and I know it’s true. Ever since I can remember, I have always worn my heart on my sleeve. And it’s not a bad thing, because I always know where to find it. Every painting, every picture, every song, and every story, every letter, and every note, has been the culmination of my emotional journey. I would much rather call it passion. My greatest moments as an artist have been in a small room, sitting on a bed, with tears streaming down my guitar. So, to the sensitive ones I say, be sensitive, but let it be a righteous sensitivity.

I don’t speak much of my accolades as an artist, but I do thank God for every opportunity that I’ve been given to creatively communicate with this world. Whether it be a ceremony, a show, or a living room, He’s always been there by my side. My achievement is in the music and in the way it has touched people’s lives.

Instruments have created within me a strange fascination. I could never play them all at the same time -although I’ve tried. So, it is always sweet when I can jam with my friends. I am in awe of their talent and excited when everyone brings a portion to the table. Together, we create a delicious musical feast.

Music has been the unfading picture of my life. So, I’ll continue to write, play, and sing as long as I have words to say, songs to play, and breath to sing. Each day is another opportunity to experience the great creation around me through music.