New Olreans native raised in Chalmette, LA (parish south of Orleans) began playing music in 5th grade. 1st professional trumpet gig at 17. 1983 contracted Bell's Palsey in face (temporarily) which inspired me to play other instruments. Now play professionally on trumpet, tuba, bass, guitar, and sing. 1998 received BSN from Our Lady Of Holy Cross College. Worked as an RN on Telemetry & in Emergency Room. Currently work part time in Cardiac Rehab. Attended Blue Cliff College Gulfport MS after Katrina & became a Liscenced Massage Therapist in 2007. I have 1 son 15yo that lives with me full-time.