Comedy Commentary of the Day

Former state Senator (NY) Guy Vellela turned himself in Monday to serve the remainder of his one-year sentence on bribery charges after a court ruled his early release was improper.

I may be dating myself here, but I think the theme song to Baretta* said it best:
Don't do the crime if you can't do the time, yeah. Don't do it.

* Baretta was a 1970's cop show starring Robert Blake who is currently and ironically on trial for murder. Don't go to bed with a price on your head, eh Bobby. For you trivia fans out there, the Baretta theme song was sung by none other than Mr. Sammy Davis, Jr.

...Keep your eye on the sparrow...

The Holiday Hiatus is Over!

I'm very proud of myself.

I finally put up my Christmas tree today.

That was my opening joke last night, which marked my return to the stage after a 13-day holiday hiatus. It was a well needed respite. My schedule this year has been quite daunting. You know you travel too much when you know the airport security guards by name.

This was also my first show at the Comic Strip since the manager, Lucien Hold, passed away. It felt a little sad walking by what used to be his office, knowing that it no longer was.

On a brighter note, the room was packed, even the Balcony; and I had a great set! It was a wonderful welcome back.

Helping The Earthquake Victims

As the death toll continues to rise in Southeast Asia after the horrific earthquake and subsequent tsunamis, my heart goes all the people and their families caught in this terrible disaster. If you're like me and you want to know how you can help, got to http://www.networkforgood.org They have a listing of several organizations to which you can donate to help our fellow human beings in their greatest hour of need.

Counting my blessings,

Leighann

Happy Birthday Daddy!

On Tues, 12/28 my Dad (better known on the "circuit" as The Comedy Dad) celebrated his 72nd Birthday! Doesn't he look Great?!? He said he didn't want to make a big deal of it, so we had a quiet birthday dinner at home. Jim, cooked a fabulous meal of featuring a stuffed cornish hen, pictured left. Yea, I know. I'm a Daddy's girl. So what!

Quote & Mini Commentary

"One's true happiness depends more upon one's own judgment of oneself, on a consciousness of rectitude in action and intention, and in the approbation of those few who judge impartially, than upon the applause of the unthinking undiscerning multitude, who are apt to cry Hosanna today, and tomorrow, Crucify him."

-- Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American Statesman and Scientist

This proves conclusively that old Ben was many things, but never a standup comedian. Nay, those who trade in the currency of the giggle, depend on the unthinking undiscerning multitude.

Seasons Greetings From Leighann & Jim

We hope the holidays

make you feel like a kid again too!

We saw this picture in a clothing catalog and thought is was just perfect for us! To dispell any questions that may be lurking in your mind:

• These are NOT our childhood pictures.
• These are NOT our children.

Love,

Leighann & Jim