Recording Artist Dotty Peterson

To clear up any misunderstandings this is the real Dotty Peterson, any other sites claiming to me that aren't directed from this site in my blog have no merit. I do answer all my comments and e-mail personally as all my fans and friends mean a lot to me and with that being said let's get aquainted..........ABOUT ME: Ok where do I start; Some could could say I'm a late bloomer making up for lost time and I'd have to say their right! But age even with some aches and pains and remembering not so long ago when one could do that with ease is still only a number; I remember when I was sixteen and I asked my Nana how it felt to be 70 years old and I'll never forget my Nana's answer as it's one of many lessons from my Nana's wisdom I have kept with me, she said "It's true I'm 70 but I still feel inside what I did when I was your age, it's what's inside the heart that's forever young". And so with that being said I'm just getting started! After many twists and turns along the way, my life long dream became a reality when I was signed to a great "Indie" record label "Wild Oats Records" out of Nashville, TN.********************************************************* **I don't want to bore you with my life story because if you already know me, well lets just say that's enough said(laughs) But I will tell you I'm happily married, mother of 2 wonderful children, the sweetest grandson along with an eight year old Choc. Lab name Max and a two year old cat name Simba and trust me the latter two rule the household*************************************************** **I enjoy reruns still to this day of the great shows back from the mid-late 70's into the early 80's like the "Brady Bunch" I was always told I was like the character Marsha...you know what? I think I was(laughs), I was a Charlie's Angels fan along with Fantasy Island, the Sonny and Cher show I watched every weekend at my babysitting job, I couldn't get enough of Gilligans Island, "I Think I Love You" by David Cassidy of the Partridge family, what girl didn't swoon over him back then, some maybe still do! and I so adored and still do adore the Muppets...Ok Ok I know My age is showing now!!******************************************************* *******I live in a small town of just 620 in S.E. Minnesota, where everyone knows everybody and everything, but I'd have it no other way! I'm at a point in my life where as I'm content with who I am and being a recording artist is just icing on the cake.******************************************************* **My debut CD Breakin' Loose is receiving rave reviews over in Europe(I toured London last June with my daughter at my side and what a wonderful time that was) and in Canada and the United States especially my song titled "This Time"******************************************************* *****I was asked a strange question at an interview some time ago, well at least it seemed strange to me, the question was: "If now being a recording artist make me feel different about myself or towards others than before", my answer without hesitation was: "I'm no different than before nor then anyone else just because I'm a quote/unquote "recording artist", I'm just fortunate enough to be signed to a great Indie label and to sing for a living, that's my job and to be able do what I've always wanted to do and at the end of a long day at the studio or while on tour I can't wait for the next day to start so I can get right back at it is a blessing!***And without my incredible fans, this still wouldn't be possible, so I thank each and every one of my fans from the bottom of my heart, so the answer is I'm still me as I was before I became a recording artist".**************************************************** ******QUOTES ON DEBUT CD BREAKIN'LOOSE: "Good Country Music Is On Indy Labels"! Reviewer: INDY COUNTRY MAGAZINE; "Wild Oats Records has another winner with "Breakin Loose". The fifth CD in the WildOats "New Artist Series" shows that producer Steve Haggard has the ear for talent and knows how to create and capture great performances from the artists. The artists this time around are: Steven Hammontree, Dotty Peterson and Bradley C. Williams"*************************************************** *****QUOTES ON MY DEBUT FOUR SONGS: Reviewer: LARRY BUSSEY, President/CEO of N Vegas Group INC. Las Vegas, Nevada US; "Your Music Is On Fire"******************************************************* ******Reviewer: BILL SNODGRASS, Fiction Author and Editorial staff of The Sword Review; "Dotty Peterson's song "This Time" rings with the heart of Nashville, the sound that put places like Ryman's Auditorium on the map"~~~~~~~"I am going to share some remarks about a musician that I found here on MySpace. "It is a long way from Minnesota to Nashville, but Dotty Peterson has a sound that, though she calls the northern state home, is a perfect fit on Music Row. But, don't take my word for it! You can check out samples of her music on her space. Dotty has what I would call a classic country sound. Hearing her sing, I am not surprised to learn that she was signed to the Indie record label, Wild Oats Records. Dotty is part of a CD, Breakin' Loose, the fifth volume in Wild Oats Records' New Artist Series, which introduces three new country talents: Bradley C. Williams, Dotty Peterson and Steven Hammontree. Dotty has four cuts on the project, which is available from CD Baby. Here, let me give some big kudos to CD Baby. I have bought a number of CD from this company and have been very, very impressed. In fact, I was so impressed, I worked with one of my clients, Kevin Carson, to set up one of his projects, Jump In, on CD Baby. If my experiences are indicative, you are sure to be happy with your experience if you decide to by Dotty's CD through this source. For her part of Breakin' Loose, Dotty begins with "Goin' Through the Motions." This relationship song features solid instrumentation and a comfortable arrangement sure to fit the recollections of anyone whose country music experiences go back to vinyl. Likewise, "This Time" rings with the heart of Nashville, the sound that put places like Ryman's Auditorium on the map. And as for maps, though the distance between Nashville and Dotty's home in Claremont, Minnesota is great, her talent spans that expanse easily. Though her home may be in the north, her heart is definitely Dixie".***************************************************** ****Enjoy the photo's as you get to know me from my recording sessions in Nashville along with some of my family (year on Christmas photos say 2002 it's wrong these were taken 12/24/2006 (digital camera's don't you just love them!), photo's from London June 2006 including one with my daughter in front of the Buckingham palace holding a hometown paper for a local press release where you can see to the left of my daughter a sweet London fan waiting in line with her pad for me to autograph as I was regonized while touring(which was quite the experience in another country), the incredible Mustang Heart musicians that I toured with in 2005 and had the distinct honor and pleasure to call my band members.**************************************************** ******Along with photo's of my incredible record producer Steve Haggard and the World Class studio musicians and of Nashville's most sought after backing vocalist and songwriter whom all graced my CD tracks and are included in my slideshow as follows: Bassist: Supe Granda, Drums: Kathy Burkley, Acoustic & Electric Guitar: John Kearns, Keyboards: Jim Wilson, Pedal Steel: Gary DiBenedetto, Fiddle & Mandolin: David Russell and on Backing Vocals: Debi Champion**************************************************** ************************************************************ ****UPDATE:COPY OF PRESS RELEASE; Minnesota based Nashville Recording Artist Dotty Peterson authorizes this press release as of May 5, 2007******************************************************** **Dotty Peterson was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in Jan. 2006 and due to this illness canceled her 2006 touring schedule to devote to herself and family that included a tour to London, since that time Dotty has responded favorably to treatment and is doing very well, However Dotty will be taking 2007 off from touring as well as she continues to improve.*****Dotty will be returning to Nashville this November to wrap up her most anticipated solo album with her label Wild Oats Records that is already causing a buzz about Nashville with it's release TBA for 2008.****Touring for 2008 TBA.****Dotty wishes to thank all her fans for their enthusiastic support during this time, it's this support she said "that has in many ways sustained her through some rough days adjusting to life with MS".

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I enjoy spending time with family and friends; playing cards one of my favorite card games is "Hearts", bowling. I just love to travel; I've had the priviledge to travel to five different countries;(Mexico, Canada, Amsterdam, Africa and England, I was touched the most emotionally by my trip to Kenya Africa in June 2001 and I so was in awe of all the Tulip fields in Amsterdam. I like to go to Plays with the live Orchestra and all the atmosphere that goes with taking in a play just can't be beat! Going to the movies on a rainy day, County fairs, Fishing, hiking; I'm a nature lover. I enjoy our vacations up at the cabin on Lake Superior, MN.; Seagulls soaring here and there and the sound of the Barges coming into Port as I fall asleep listening to the waves of Lake Superior(the closes to an Ocean here in the midwest). Oh and yes can't forget shopping! Especially at the "Mall of America"(MOA) I love shopping there! The fun of the Escalators and glass elevators and all that stuff, I become a big kid! My favorite stomping grounds you'll most likely always find me at are; Macy's, Coach, American Eagle and Nordstroms and my favorite restaurant at "MOA" is KO-KO-MO, I like the Key West theme at this restaurant and my favorite dish each and every time I go there is their Seafood Pasta dish....it's out of this world!

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I'D LIKE TO MEET: YOU! Hope to see you along the way.******************************************************** **I'll be wrapping up my Break out album down in Nashville in Nov. 2007. This exciting album has something for everyone even if your not a country diehard! (My four debut singles from my debut compilation artist CD "Breakin' Loose" can be heard.****************************************************** **A LITTLE OF WHAT MAKES ME TICK:Born a Pisces in Massachusetts, raised in MA. and N.H. Now residing in south east Minnesota. Married with two children and a sweet grandson.*************************************************** *****FAVORITE COLOR:Why Blue OF Course!***************************************************** ************FAVORITE FOOD DISHES: Seafood is my passion especially Lobster, Scallops, Shrimp Scampi & Flounder though I savor grilled Marinated Pork chops on a warm summer evening and can't beat a hotdog with the works at the ballpark(who's counting calories!) and all the above enjoyed with my favorite soft drink...a diet coke.******************************************************* *****FAVORITE FLOWERS: The Dutch Orange Tiger Lily and Yellow Roses.****************************************************** **MOST MEMORABLE VACATIONS: Kenya Africa in 2001, My husband and I will never forget the grace of the African people and the beautiful countryside that has so much to offer the world that so very few ever get to see. My trip and tour to London, England with my daughter at my side in June 2006, that was truly full of wonder for the both of us and even a rare glimpse of Queen Elizabeth and her motor cade entering the gates of the Buckingham Palace with her daughter Princess Anne at her side, truly splendid.*************************************************** *****FAVORITE SUMMER PAST TIME: Sitting out in my back yard on what I call my thinking bench taking in the fresh air, watching the birds come and go, the swaying of the weeping willows while listening to the "singing flowers"(as quoted by Laura Ingalls Wilder in reference to the abundance of crickets and noise bugs nestled in the prairie flowers found here in Minnesota singing all summer long).****************************************************** *****Favorite Baseball Teams: The Boston Red Sox and The Minnesota Twins******************************************************* *****Favorite Football Teams: The New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings and The great Green Bay Packers(after a visit to Lambeau Field in Jan. 2007 one can't help but leave a "Packer fan too!").***************************************************** *****Favorite Movies: Horse Whisperer, Titanic, Bruce Almighty, Cinderella Man, Ladder 49, Walk The Line just to name a few.******************************************************** **MOST FAVORITE ACTOR/ACTRESS: Robert Redford(A most brillant actor who's charm and wit will forever be ageless)the late Sandra Dee(growing up not far from the Atlantic Shoreline I always dreamt of being just like Gidget, Ohh Moon-doggie!) and can't forget the hilarious Jim Carey!****************************************************** ********FEMALE COUNTRY ARTIST INFLUENCES: Crystal Gayle(according to my parents when I seen Crystal perform at a county fair at age six while visiting TN. my mom's home state, I looked up at Crystal in awe and said I wanted to be just like her one day), Patsy Cline(my mom had the distinct priviledge to see Patsy perform as a young woman and while growing up I heard Patsy's songs especially the song "Crazy" played by my mom more than any other)Linda Ronstadt("Your no good" and "Poor Poor Pitiful Me" are two of my favorite songs by Linda), Tanya Tucker(the original wild child of Country music,I feel Tanya opened doors for female artists of today to be themselves and the fans will love ya just the way you are!),Martina McBride(true country elegance), Faith Hill(a great singer with the envy of every woman with Tim by her side!)JoDee Messina("Because you loved me" does it for me) & Shania Twain(I can relate to Shania in many ways and that is why she's such a powerful role model for all who follow her). ************************************************************ **FAVORITE MALE COUNTRY ARTISTS: Tim McGraw(of course!), Toby Keith(I like his style and his boldness that embraces rather than insults), Kendall Obermier(had the pleasure to meet this talented country artist in 2005) and Willie Nelson(a larger than life man that's true to his character on and off stage and still going strong!(a little side note about Willie....He and my Uncle Roy also from TN. grew up together and still hang out from time to time; absolutely true story)****************************************************** ********OTHER FAVORITE RECORDING ARTISTS: Elton John(my idol since I was 13, my favorite song by Elton would have to be "Goodbye yellow brick road"),Paul McCartney(it's that accent! no seriously my 8th grade reception song was "The long and winding road" and I've loved it ever since!),Carly Simon(who couldn't relate to "Your so vain" we've all known someone that just can't pass by a mirror without that long glance!)Chely Wright(I so love her song "Wouldn't it be cool" for personal reasons!!!!!) and Celine Dion(Celine is one classy lady and perfomer who increased the bar of excellence of what an audience expects when it's showtime).************************************************** **MY FAVORITE BUDDIES: My Choc. Lab Max and my loving kitty Simba(Great listeners and neither one talks back)******************************************************* *******MY FAVORITE FANS: EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! Thanks for making my life so bright, I wouldn't be here without you.

Music:

Of course it goes without saying I adore "Country" but I also enjoy Bluegrass, R&B, Rock/Classic Rock, Pop, Jazz, mild Rap, Hip-Hop and Classical.************************************************** **A little more about my touring in 2005 after the debut release of my four singles on my CD "Breakin' Loose" with Wild Oats Records in Jan. 2005 that are receiving rave reviews in Europe, Canada and here in the U.S., my great sponsors etc., I've been on hiatus since Dec. 2005 at that time due to vocal strain and then for medical reasons diagnosed in Jan. 2006 to date that will be announced in upcoming press release. I will however be returning to Nashville in Nov. 2007 to wrap up my full length album that is already causing a buzz about Nashville, I'll be back touring in 2008 (TBA) and it's going to be great to be back in the swing of things again!****************************************************** ********Feb. 13, 2005 marked the kick off of the release of my four debut songs on my "Breakin' Loose CD" with a Champagne Toast CD release party honoring me at the gorgeous Owatonna Grand Hotel in Owatonna, MN. that was covered by KAAL TV. What a memorable evening that was with my family, friends and fans in attendance as I also introduced the band members of Mustang Heart as Mustang Heart and I began for the next several months following prepared for regional touring that commenced on July 7, 2005. *****************************MUSIC AND A MOVIE; I had the best time ever with a packed house of my great fans from Rochester and the surrounding area choosing the earlier show on Aug. 5, 2005 that highlighted my personal appearance at the Chateau Theatre in Rochester, MN. on opening night of the "Dukes of Hazzard" movie. Not only did I have a great time enjoying your incredible response to my singing but I enjoyed the movie with all of you and when I thought it couldn't get any better I was overwhelmed by the line of my fans waiting outside the theatre by the awesome replica of the "General Lee" to get my autograph!...I'll never forget the love I felt that night from all of you!(On a personal note: Willie Nelson is a lifelong family friend on my Mother's side in TN., absolute truth; he was great in the movie if I say so myself!) ******************************THE WORLD NEEDS more special folks like Terry Campbell, reporter and managing editor of the West Concord News who has been a constant source in getting my name out there since December of 2002, and I'm forever grateful. ******************************THANKS IS ALWAYS in order to the Rochester Post Bulletin for their unwavering support of my career with exciting stories on my Mustang Heart musicians and I in their entertainment section and I always know when there's an article out because it's then the ever wonderful flow of fan mail arrives stating "I seen you in the Post Bulletin"....that never gets old! ******************************THANK YOU Todd Hale not only for the priceless great stories of my Mustang Heart musicians and I that you've included in your Sunday column in the Owatonna People's Press, and also for your fine introduction of us to mark our debut performance at the SCFF on August 21, 2005(Minnesota's largest county fair) ******************************Concert in Central Park: July 7, 2005 THANKS GOES to the incredible fans who turned out in 98* hot and humid heat to enjoy the debut of my "Dotty Peterson and Mustang Heart" kick-off tour, this open air concert in Owatonna Central Park located in Owatonna, MN. set a record breaking turn out! Thanks again for making this evening a night to be long remembered by all as one great time!(Sponsored by Owatonna Area Merchants) ******************************EXCITING FAN NEWS; On July 23, 2005 I had the pleasure to meet and enjoy a lengthy chat with country artist Kendall Obermier, later to be delightfully entertained by Kendall and his band Common Ground who performed in Hayfield, MN. at Haydays(Kendall's Cd is available on Cdbaby.com ******************************IT WAS FANFARE in Minnesota during my concert on August 21, 2005 at the Steele County Fair in Owatonna, MN. (Minnesota's largest county fair and the nations 80th largest county fair)when MO. based Nashville recording artist Steven Hammontree who's on my debut cd Breakin' Loose with me, was my special guest star.(Stage Sponsored by Coca~Cola) ******************************WHAT A TREAT it was to be in the opening line up at the Fantasia Music Fest on August 27, 2005 in Lafayette Park in Austin, MN. for the world renown recording artist Jim Dandy of "Black Oak Arkansas", I had the distinct priviledge later that evening in chatting back stage with the legendary Recording Artist Jim Dandy, Drummer Extraordinare Johnnie Bolin and the rest of the "Wild Bunch". ******************************UPDATE ON JAKE WOBBROCK BENEFIT Sept. 24, 2005 concert: Julie and Robert Wobbrock(Jakes parents)wish to extend their thanks to all who came out to make this benefit for Jake the huge success that it was! Mustang Heart and I thank you all as well for making it such a memorable evening for all, that will forever be pleasantly etched in our thoughts.(Sponsored by all of my sponsors) ******************************DECORATED with beautiful lights by management and filled with incredible fans in attendance, it was a festive night at the Elks Lodge in Faribault, MN. on Nov. 5, 2005 where the band Mustang Heart and I received a standing ovation.(Sponsored by The United States Marine Corp out of VA.) ******************************GIFT OF GIVING: Mustang Heart and I were deeply touched by our concert to benefit the Steele County Toys for Tots on Nov. 19, 2005 one of my charities, once again giving of the heart always prevails and many Steele County children will enjoy a Merry Christmas through the giving of others(Sponsored by the Steele County Marine Corp Toys for Tots). ******************************IT WAS LIKE A SCRIPT right out of a Christmas story complete with soft snow that began falling around 6:00pm that made the evening all that more magical on Nov. 30, 2005 at the Jesse James Lanes in Northfield, MN. to benefit the Rice county Marine Corp Toys for Tots. Speaking for myself, the evening began with my arrival as the celebrity bowler with my transportation provided by Star Limousine out of Rochester, MN. with every last detail taken care of as only Star Limousine can do. Upon my arrival inside I was greeted with smiles and the room was bursting with excitement, there were great raffle prises to be had all evening while bowling, with all collected proceeds of the entire evening going to toys for tots and I'm so proud to say the goal for the evening was surpassed due to a packed house of generous folks in attendance opening their hearts, having a blast while doing so and all for the sake of the children. I will never forget all the laughter, broad smiles and well wishes galore as this night we all truly felt like kids! I was in awe as I took it all in and again now as I fondly reflect back. So many thanks to all my loyal fans who turned out to support my charity along with new folks I had the great pleasure in meeting of whom many waved goodbye to me as my limousine drove away...it's amazing how great things can be accomplished when we all come together.(Sponsored by Star Limousine) ******************************THANKS TO ALL my generous sponsors for their continued support of my career, I encourage all my fans to seek out these fine establishments to fit all your needs and they are: ***** *American Legion of Claremont, MN. *Cash Wise Foods *Century 21 (for their SCFF KRFO stage sponsorship) *Coca~Cola for their delicious ice cold Coca~Cola Sunday at the SCFF and more *Hair Studio One *Hursh Motors *Hy-Vee Foods *John's Supervalue foods *McCabe Motors *Owatonna Physical Therapy (for their SCFF KRFO stage sponsorship) *Quizno's Classic Sub's of Owatonna, MN. *Quizno's Classic Sub's of Faribault, MN. *Randall's License Bureau *Randall Electric *Sign Pro(For creating our *spectacular banner) *Star Limousine (for always providing my star quality transportation) *The Kitchen Restaurant *Tone Music and at all Tone locations in Albert Lea, Medford and Owatonna, MN. *Tri-M-Graphics(For designing our phenomenal band logo) *VFW of Faribault, MN. ******************************WITH GREAT pride I'm pleased to thank KRFO 104.9FM out of Owatonna, MN. for giving my songs since release such priceless airplay, an extra special thank you to KRFO radio DJ'S Loren Hart and Lisa Marie. ******************************HUGE GRATITUDE to the following media for their excellent promotion of my career since 2002: ***** *KAAL TV *KSTP 5Eyewitness news *KRFO 104.9FM *Fox country 102.5FM(For Rochester events) *Country 102.1FM *Owatonna Peoples Press *Rochester Post Bulletin *Minnesota Times Magazine *Shake Magazine Nashville, TN. *Northfield News *Hayfield News *Faribault Daily News *Blooming Prairie Times *Ellendale Eagle *Le Sueuer News *Claremont News *Dodge Center News *West Concord News *Austin Herald *Star Record And all other media that I'm unaware of, I extend my heartfelt gratitude. ******************************Regional music stores carrying Breakin'Loose: ***** *Tone Music of Owatonna, Medford and Albert Lea, MN. *Eastman Music, Faribault, MN. *Hamilton Music, Rochester, MN. *Waseca Music, Waseca, MN. *Down town sound, New Prague, MN. ******************************PAST INTERVIEWS/Cd-Autograph signings/Personal Appearances: ***** Interview: KSTP 5Eyewitness News out of St. Paul, MN. aired on April 13&15, 2004 when signed to Wild Oats Records ***** Live on-air interview with KOWZ 100.9FM for opening festivities of the Claremont Hogfest on August 4, 2004 ***** Live on-air interview with KRFO 104.9FM from remote location at the Claremont Hogfest on August 5, 2004 ***** Live on-air in studio interview and Cd give away with KRFO 104.9FM on Jan. 10, 2005 on release of Debut Cd Breakin' Loose ***** Interview with KAAL TV 6Newsfirst on Jan. 13, 2005 during Cd release celebration at the Owatonna Grand Hotel ***** Cd/Autograph signing on March 9, 2005 at Tone Music in Owatonna, MN. ***** Cd/Autograph signing on March 16, 2005 at Tone Music in Medford, MN. ***** Live on-air in studio interview with KOWZ 100.9FM on July 7, 2005 ***** Personal Appearance/Celebrity Judge on August 17, 2005 for the "Battle of the Bands" at the Steele County Fair, Owatonna, MN. ***** Live on-air interview with KOWZ August 26, 2005 ***** Personal Appearance with hour of song on Sept. 1, 2005 at the Rochester Rehab East in Rochester, MN. ***** Live On-air interview with KOWZ 100.9FM on Nov. 15, 2005 to higlight Nov. 19, 2005 concert in Owatonna. ***** Celebrity Bowler on Nov. 30, 2005 to benefit my charity; "Marine Corp Toys for Tots" at Jesse James Lanes in Northfield, MN. ***** KOWZ 100.9FM ON-AIR Interview April 17, 2006 ***** KOWZ 100.9FM ON-AIR Interview April 19, 2006 ***** MS Walk at Soldiers Field in Rochester, MN. on Sunday May 7, 2006 ************************************April 22, 2006******* ******CONCERT CANCELLED****** Due to unexpected medical complications. All ticket holders can still go to the Four Seasons Centre on April 22nd at original time scheduled to either get a refund on advance ticket purchases or to proceed for the chance to win the Grand door prize of the Las Vegas Trip for two to be drawn immediately that evening. Special thanks to Rick Dunham(ELVIS Tribute Artist) for being so supportive during this difficult time, I look forward to connecting with Rick for future concerts. An extra special Thank you to ALL my fans for your love and support and with that being said, I look forward to seeing you all once again in the near future!*CONGRATS!! Karen Cutting of Byron, MN. winner of the Las Vegas Trip*April 24, 2006 Press Release Insert: "Saturday April 22, 2006 was the setting in the lobby of the Four Seasons Centre in Owatonna that initially was to be Nashville recording artist Dotty Peterson's much anticipated concert with world renown ELVIS tribute artist Rick Dunham from Springfield, Ill. opening, sadly this concert had to be cancelled due to medical reasons that KOWZ was reporting the last few days prior , however Dotty wanted the Las Vegas Trip to still be raffled away to one of her devoted fans, so the choice was left up to the ticket holders the days prior if they wanted a cash refund or continue on for a chance to win the 3 day 2 night for two air/hotel to the all exclusive Plaza Las Vegas Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas(courtesy of Four Seasons Travel in Cannon Falls) that would be determined at 7:30pm in the lobby, the time that would had been the beginning time of Dotty's concert. As fans gathered, some sitting, all getting to know one another, expressing well wishes for their country singer for a speedy recovery, the excitement also grew to who would be going to Las Vegas the weekend of June 23-25 2006. The moment arrived and the winning ticket stub number belonged to Karen Cutting of Byron, MN. happily receiving the trip voucher from Dotty Peterson to an applause of what for a bit over an hour became a quaint circle of new found friends bonded together by the mutual desire to see a local celebrity perform, Karen and her husband John are excited about going to Las Vegas, as Karen said with a broad smile"my birthday is the weekend before, so this will be fun". Dotty is taking the duration of 2006 off to spend time with her family with trips planned to Disney Land in California, London England and an upper Michigan get a way with her husband. As the evening unfolded with hugs, Dotty vowed "to be back performing with her band next year" as Steve Shroht mgr. of the Four Seasons Centre said; "Dotty is welcomed back here anytime" and with this warmth that could be felt in the lobby of the Four Seasons Centre, there's no doubt Dotty's fans will be lining up for her anticipated return". ************************************************************ THANK YOU TO Steve Haggard, my producer from Wild Oats Records for all your unconditional support during this difficult time and I love the statement you released that said: "Wild Oats Records and the Team Oat family "await Dotty's triumphant return", I will indeed be back and better than ever! *****************************BAND NEWS: The awesome musicians and backing vocalist of Mustang Heart(listed below) that I've had the distinct honor, priviledge and pleasure to call my band members have continued on during the remainder of 2006 and will also in 2007 doing some funfilled personal gigs, so be sure to take them in when you see them advertised! *****************************PAST CONCERTS since debut tour kicked off on July 7, 2005: ***** Central Park Owatonna, MN. on July 7, 2005 ***** Steele County Fair on Aug. 21, 2005 ***** Opening line up for "Black Oak Arkansas" at Fantasia Music Fest in lafayette Park in Austin, MN. on August 27, 2005 ***** Sept. 24, 2005 Benefit concert for 11 year old Jake Wobbrock in Claremont, MN. *This benefit concert was a huge success for Jake and his family! ***** Nov. 5, 2005 at the Elks Lodge in Faribault, MN. ***** Nov. 19, 2005 at the VFW in Owatonna, MN. *****************************Dotty Peterson and Mustang Heart Musicians: Vocals/Rhythm Guitarist: Mark Breitinger ***** Drums: Gary Voxland(Snare) ***** Lead Guitarist/Vocals: Michael Anderson ***** Bassist/Vocals: Scott Lundberg ***** Backing Vocalist: Lisa Gross ***** Guest Fiddler Extraordinare: Mike Hildebrandt ******************************My Charities: MS Foundation(Every step equals a mile) ****************************** Marine Corp Toys for Tots(All childern deserve a new toy under the Christmas tree) ******************************Thanks for making 2005 a great year of memories for Mustang Heart and I!

Movies:

I enjoy comedy the most but I'm also a huge animation fan, and I will take in a good inspiring drama, one that won't leave me in a sea of tears that is!

Television:

I'm addicted to "American Idol", I also enjoy "Law and Order SVU" and "Ghost Hunters".

Books:

I tend to choose a book and read it when it's raining or just nothing else to do, don't get me wrong I enjoy reading but I enjoy spending time doing other things too. I just finished reading "Silent Witness" in reference to Terri Schiavo's death; this book written by Mark Fuhrman is quite unearthing. I've also read "Speed Bumps" by Terri Garr, it's so well written and rivoting, Terri's a true inspiration and this is a must read for all those afflicted or who know's someone who's afflicted with MS. I'm presently reading the biography of Queen Elizabeth II....So in other words come six months from now, I'll probably still be reading this same book!!!

Heroes:

My Paternal Grandmother;(Nana) without my Nana's influence and belief in me I wouldn't be who I am today and my 2 children; they are and will always be my true miracles in every sense of the word.
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