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"Tammy Lee Rusu
"AKA"...
" TammyLee Heart N Soul "...
I am single, live on my own and a mother of 2 grown boys, Ryan 29 and James 25 .
I am a Project Consultant for Sears Home Improvements . (Field Sales Estimator for Vinyl Siding, Windows, Doors and Flooring )..Sears also handles, Kitchen Cabinets & Refacing, Heating & Cooling & Roofing .
So, if you are looking for some help with your next home improvement project, just give me a call and I will "do my best" to help you with what you are looking for..;) .
I also have my own busines, it's called Heart N Soul Studios . I am a Solo Independent Artist here in Indy . I am well known for utilizing my music to connect others with very special or tragic needs: Connecting and informing others with info on..local Shelters, Hot Meals, Food Pantrys, Aiding Physically Abused Women and Children and I am always available for helping to raise funds for those in need through benefits,. (317) 295-2038 or [email protected] .
I also sell my music through Snocap, Soundloud and Sound Station . The music sales are goaled toward's helping my older son..He has Muscular Sclerosis with Epilepsy . (You can read more about Ryan on my website..http://www.tammyleeheartnsoul.com) .
I do all of my recordings and such on my own from my home studio . I don't perform out much these days with the exception of Benefits, Charity Events and Corporate Events and an occasional Wedding or Private Event .
I have a player on this page with over 120 of my cover songs with my renditions and the music can be purchased there too . Please visit my website..http://www.tammyleeheartnsoul.com .
About Me Personally, Well,
I First saw daylight on November 15 in Indianapolis. Indiana .
I grew up and was mostly raised in Nashville Indiana (Brown County)..In the "Very" small town of Fruitdale that lies in between Morgantown and Nashville .
I attended Helmsburg Elementary and Brown County schools and later on.. Center Grove and Ben Davis schools .
Most of my cherished and fondest memories are of..
My younger days of growing up and...
"Life" in the Country..(the good ole days )...;) !
And well..some of my worst memories are also from those younger years..I had a very hard and abusive life as a child ..but I have learned, although I can never forget..I must look back..face it..learn from it ..and move forward ! .
You can read more of my younger years..on my website..http://tammyleeheartnsoul.com
I Still LOVE..know well and remember the Beauty, Smell and sounds of the country and who could forget : Those hills, rustic views, covered bridges, outhouses, oil lamps, hand water pumps, wells, woodburning stove days and all the wonderful animals ? ...and of coarse the Artist Colonies and thousands of shops in town !
I love the Country and all it's wonders. I still travel to Nasville whenever I get the opportunity..I go every Mother's Day to visit my mother's grave (Killed in an auto accident 1947-1994..my stepfather died a year later from cancer..1996 ) .
I love to stop at Bean Blossom on the way to Nashville, In. at The Outdoor Flea Market there (and of course any ...yard sales on the way..;)..yep..yeehaw !).
I am hoping to move back there again someday..
My DREAM is to open a " Wonderful "..
"Bed and Breakfast" there ! .
I am not the type to "ever forget" where I come from and I truly believe those memories I do have of back then and the good old fashioned values I was reared with... have played a major role in who I am and how I choose to live ...today ! .
I will and always try to remain down to Earth, Grounded...and REAL !
I am very "old fashioned" in my values ...and very proud of it !
I believe in God and always start and end my days with prayers ! .
I realize You have to earn and work for what You get out of Life...nothing is free..
(unless I am the the one giving.. and..
I will always try to give unconditionally and without conviction !....:).
I am a Real Lady and take much pride in My Abilities, Myself, the Life I lead and of course ...But I always remain humbled and true ! .
I love My Family and Friends " Very " much there's not a whole lot..
I wouldn't do for them !
I live on my own in the Southern part of Indy close to the Greenwood and downtown Indy area with my my dog, Gracie...and 2 cats Toby and Sweet Pea .
Some call me..
A Recluse...The Hermit
Well.. I am .
And..proud of it !
I love my home & family very much !
I am envolved within My community and known for visiting My elderly shut-ins, friends and neighbors whenever possible & wherever I am needed.
My passion for music...over the years... has been very good therapy in this area and has helped me to get out there and connect !
To date..I feel I have a real calling to connect with others through my work and through the music..especially with those in need . I have been very blessed in witnessing some real miracles over the years..all of which took place because of the musical connections..;) ! .
Please have a listen..over 125 Cover Songs here..all genres..
http://www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/1725141
I have three grown boys... ..
I can't believe how fast they grow up ? Seems like yesterday Danny (stepson), James & Ryan were just babes ...now they are grown men and out there on there own...Thank God..lol !.
* Please visit My Photo Slide Above for Photos...
FYI..
{ As many of You may know and remember, My son James was missing since 1996 , My Ex-Husband Raymond moved away with him to and their whereabouts were unknown until June 10, 2008. I was desperately searching for Him ! I missed James very much :(.. and have always had hopes of being reunited with Him again some...day :).
Well..Great News..We were reunited on June 10, 2008..He found Me via the computer .;). What a Happy Day ! . After speaking on the phone, He came right over to my home with his wife, Ashley who is expecting in November..;)..(maybe on my birthday ? ) . James also has a little boy, 5 years old..named Christopher . So.. I am a Grandma too..What a blessing !. We had a wonderful reunion . My Father & his wife, Jean were there & Ryan & my husband, Joel . Ryan was so excited to see his brother again & so was James ! . I am so thankful the Lord has answered my prayers & I look forward to the Great times We are going to have together...;) ! .
As most of You are aware..
My music is motivated through my older son, Ryan..
He has MS and I originally started singing again and put my music up for sale with hopes of being able to help him somehow, financially..
{ Ryan.. has come a very long way.. in the past 7 years..(He is my walking Miracle !) .
He's had 3 severe "Life Threatening" Traumas since 2002 and lucky to be here with us today !. To date I am his POA .
In 2002 after a tragic auto accident..He was in a coma for 3 weeks, was lifelined to Methodist, died was brought back to life, suffered extensive brain damage(white matter, cognitive), suffered severe muscular atraphy and complete organ, renal & respiratory failure . In 2003 brain surgery with drilling for a swelled and shifted subdural hematoma. In 2004 another accident leaving him with Muscular Schlerosis and Grand Maul Seizures (Epilepsy) .
He was not expected to ever recover or ever be able to see, talk or walk again..He didn't give up though.. and with much Perseverance, A Strong Will and the help and support of His family and friends ..He's here today and living His life productively !
He's still has many challenges from day to day..but He takes one day at a time and meets them head on !. Although.. his current medical reports show the same results...as then and worse..
Ryan has proved everyone wrong ..;)!
He has been diagnosed with Muscular Sclerosis and Epilepsy..and on paper considered completely disabled...yet..
He is gorgeous...to look at him you can't even tell that he's ever suffered a day in his life ?.
And..
He is out there working as much as he can .... Seeking every minute of life & opportunity..That He can !
Completely baffling His Doctors, Neurologists, friends & family ? !.
God Love Him...
He is My.. " Walking Miracle " }
Please know that my music will remain for purchase for Ryan..;)
About the... rest of my family ?
Well..I am seperated from my husband, in the process of a divorce . I live on my own with my dog (Grace) and my 2 cats (Sweet pea and Tobias) .
I was raised up amongst...
"A family "FULL" OF Talent and Inspiration".
Sometimes I can't believe it ..myself ? .
Most of My family members and friends, I am proud to say have been or are VERY "gifted" and even WELL known "Artisans" and or Natives of Brown County (Nashville) Indiana.
My Grandma ( Ruth Sheppard ) was an Artist of Brown County..Oil Paintings Scenery and Ships .
My Stepfather ( Fred Sheppard ) was an Artist of Oil Paintings and in his younger days a Photographer . He was also well known in and out of state for His skills in ...Playing Pool..(Fast Freddie..;)..He worked for Ford Motor Company most of His life until his death in 1996 from Cancer .
My Mother (Mary Sheppard " AKA" Maria Ramona Villarreal) was a WELL known Artisan of Brown County, Educated and Skilled in The Cullinary Arts, Restaurant and Hotel Management . She was born in Greenville Texas and was Hispanic .
She was a Published Poet and Writer. My Mother also Managed numerous Brown County.. Establishements in Nashville, Indiana: The..Hotel Nashville, The Art Barn , The Brown County Democrat (Writer,Poet) , The Brown County Welfare , The Country Charm , Brown County Originals (Owner), Holiday Inn in Columbus and She worked at the Little Nasville Opry .
{When I was 29, My Mother was killed in a VERY .."tragic auto accident" on Stephen's Hill..in Brown County.. at the young age of 47 years.. in 1994} . My Stepfather (Fred Sheppard) followed Her and passed shortly thereafter from Cancer in 1996.
( I miss them both dearly ! ) .
At the age of 37, I was Happily Reunited "...
( Just Like You see on TV ;)...! )..
8 years after the death of My Mother.. with My Biological Father, Robert Sloan with help of My Aunt Maurita in 2002, She found him in the Marion County Jail awaiting extradition to Florida for major criminal acts that he was on the run from, He was going by JC, at the time. Unfortunately my father is of very very bad character and I do not associate with him . It breaks my heart to have finally found him only to find out he is someone I could never have in my life .
His parents, Polly & Red Sloan owned..Polly's Restaurant here in Indy ..for many years ..They were very well known & have passed on now..they are missed dearly ! .
Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to meet them .
My Aunt Maurita is retired from the Marion County Building Authority ( City County Building ) where She held the office of... " Head of Security " for over twenty nine years .
I had the opportunity of working with Her there for a couple of years as a... " Deputy Clerk " for both Marion County's Juvenile and Probate Court System .
I have two Younger Brothers..
Fred and Sean Sheppard...
We don't spend much time together these days due to work and all, but when we do ..I cherishe every moment !
They are also Artisans from Brown County.
Fred plays the Guitar (rock) in His spare time and he has His own Trucking Companys based Here in Indy.." S N R Trucking and S N R Transportation " and He is also very skilled in many different Art, Faux, Wood... Design and Finishes .
Sean lives in Westfield, Indiana.
He also loves to sing.. (Johnny Cash)he sounds just like him..really !.He is a great imitator).. When we manage to get together..we have great fun jammin'...
We absolutely ROCK.. the whole neighborhood...;) ! .
Sean has His own Art Design Studio "Silver Crow Studios " . He is very skilled in all aspects of Art, Design, Painting and Faux Finishes . You may see him or His work in MOST the new Dream Homes in and around Indy. He recently was contracted for a Mural for The Governor's Mansion ..
You can view his details also @ www.silvercrowstudios.com
You can also view His work now at the..
" Art House " here in Indy..and one of my Mother's paintings... on West 73rd Street .
Sean, I and others in the family have worked on many Faux projects together over the years throughout Indy .
Be sure & take a moment to view my family & friends pics in the photo slides throughout my page...;)