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July 17, 2006

Dear Loyal Friends,

I love performing in the Broadway shows and  I'm excited to perform again with my brothers during the "Spirit of Christmas!"  It will be great to be back on stage with my brothers during the holiday season. 

It's only a few weeks away from another great gathering of friends in Branson! I've got lots of exciting things coming my way and I can't wait to share some news and ideas with you! I'll also be performing some of the new songs from the Swing Time CD for you.  It is very close to being ready for release and we will have copies available for you at the gathering. I have never had more fun putting together a CD of some of my favorite songs from legends I have admired throughout my career. My mother would love this CD and I'm dedicating it to her. I couldn't help but smile recording this music and I  know that she is smiling down from Heaven with me.  I hope all of you enjoy listening to it as much as I loved putting it together for you.   We're going to have a great time together!

As you know I love the areas of healing and later this week, I'll be introducing a new "Life Series" tape that I have put together with a great new company "The Life Program" that I am happy to be a part of. Teresa will share more information on the tapes very soon. I will have them available at the upcoming friends gathering and will have a demonstration for you.

Another project I'm excited about is a new novel I'm writing along with author, Candace Salima. It's projected release date is October 1st and I'll be updating you more as we get closer to completion.  The projected title is "Standing on the Fifth: The Long Journey".  We'll have special presales on the website so keep an eye out for it's release. This is a project I've wanted to do for awhile and I'm excited that it's finally close to being completed.

I've also been helping my sister Marie promote "Healthy Chocolate"  and I've been very involved in helping get the word out on this great product. I'm always looking for ways to improve my health and well being.   http://mxi.myvoffice.com/merrillosmond/

I'm still looking at possibilities for performing in the UK in early in 2007. I would love to bring the new swing CD music over and perform with a big band sound. I am looking at different options so we'll see what happens.  "Never Say Never."

Yes, I'm taking care of my health; Exercising, watching my weight, keeping my check up appointments with my doctor and taking some time to relax. I promise.    

Until Next Time...

Merrill