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About Me

Hi there, at the request of some Annie fans I have created this site. I was in the original Broadway cast of Annie when it opened in 1977 and a year later took over the title role from my good friend Andrea McArdle. At 16, I was diagnosed with Leukemia and with the help of family, friends, and lots of love from many fans I survived. I wrote a book about my Annie experiences and my battle with such a serious illness called "Tomorrow is Today". Although it is no longer in print, lots of people seem to find it all over the web. Besides my children, my book is my greatest legacy because it continues to help people cope with their own difficult times this many years later. A lot has happened in 30 years, some good, some bad, some absolutely amazing. Life never stops amazing me and I can't wait to see what the next 30 years brings :) I have a husband and 2 great kids who keep me very busy. My friends are awesome! This was created by William West from when I performed at the Kennedy Center in 1982 for "Broadway Plays Washington"

Check out my friend Drew's interview :) I had a great time doing it!! ..
1982 The First Four Broadway Annies Sing @ Kennedy Cntr. Pt. 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmKr2PUzIwE
This is from a 1982 PBS Special entitled Broaday Plays Washington. Here is a link with info on the show: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0372185/

Wow...This was my first public performance after being released from the hospital. I was just shy of my 17th birthday.

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

I've met so many people when I was in Annie. From Presidents, to actors and musicians and of course all the really cool friends along the way. I would love to meet Johnny Rzeznik of the GooGoo Dolls and Chris Daughtry.

My Blog

Thanks for getting me through WINTERIM!!

So, first let me say what a crazy idea it was to take a Winterim class over the holidays (feel free to remind of this next year when I think about doing it again)!! For those of you who don't know, it...
Posted by on Mon, 19 Jan 2009 17:10:00 GMT

My Memorial

Well you would have to live under a rock to not have remembered what yesterday was.  September 11th affects all of us in a different way. Some honor the day with memories of loved ones, while oth...
Posted by on Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:42:00 GMT

True Freedom

True freedom is not something we can touch or hold or take. It is a feeling that comes from within and radiates from the soul.  It is the concept of letting go of all that is perceived ...
Posted by on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:49:00 GMT

WOW

I say "WOW" because I am touched by the words and feelings expressed here by many of you.  Words like "legend" and "brilliant", friends being honored that I would entrust them to help me with my ...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:33:00 GMT

If you're wondering why I'm still here...

http://nysun.com/news/obituaries/lois-murphy-91-tr... For anyone who wonders why I am still here, this amazing woman is why. The world is a sadder place due to her passing, yet so much brighter becau...
Posted by on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:19:00 GMT

An AMAZING Year...YA

Wow can you believe it...Christmas is almost here!!! 2007 is almost over and what a year it's been!  Lots of twists and turns, ups and downs, new friends (YA), old friends (MM or is it still MC) ...
Posted by on Sun, 25 Nov 2007 14:41:00 GMT

REUNION PICTURES!!!

Hey they are finally here!  Be patient with me as it takes a while to upload them, so check back as I will add a more as I have the time.  Enjoy
Posted by on Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:26:00 GMT

Dan & Kim...An Awesome Night

Last night was a monumental event.  My very good friend Dan got married!  For those of you who don't know him, which is most of you, Dan and I have been friends since birth.  About 8 ye...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Jul 2007 05:43:00 GMT

ANGEL'S WINGS

ANGEL'S WINGS September 11, 2001The day the world stood stillWhen all humanity stopped and feltAn eerie, common chillBut out of such a tragedySomething good God always bringsHeaven called on thousands...
Posted by on Mon, 09 Jul 2007 10:38:00 GMT

WHAT A NIGHT!

Wow, what a fabulous night!  It ws so wonderful to see so many faces that I haven't seen in years.  Everyone was so excited to be there and share in the celebration.  It was as if time ...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 07:13:00 GMT