MAISY TAKES HER FIRST STEPS!

[@katieweeman5007]

Colleen, I had tickets to the Denver show-and I promise you, anyone who buys tickets to your shows genuinely loves and cares for you. Your vlogs saved me, they got me through my 2020 pregnancy and 2021 postpartum depression that I had to spend isolated at home during covid. You got me through 2 years of my life… I will happily wait 2 months to see you once you have had a chance to heal and rest!! You are incredible.

[@KellieRudd1]

You're awesome! 😍 I like your way of thinking 😃

[@Sweetpete2889]

I couldn’t agree more. It’s so hard to be isolated. I love having Colleen as a friend I am 33 and on home health and hospice. It’s scary and lonely but I have my babies my husband and her videos! It’s also fun to meet people like you who have had similar experiences. I hope you are in a better place now momma

[@maddiemoopants]

I second this!

[@maddiemoopants]

Ps I’m also in Denver, what up fellow Colleen Denver fan 🥰

[@maddieprinceton]

What up Denver fam!! Totally agree! You got us through so much Colleen!! We are so happy to wait! 💕💕

[@yosieatelier]

3:20 Flynn letting Wesley sit on his lap is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen 😭❤️

[@Sav2coolll5]

I put the same time in my comment 3:20 bc that was so cute!

[@samasmillie357]

Ikr! ❤😊❤

[@delaneyt366]

I love that both times Colleen had a doctors appointment and came home sad, the babies each took their first steps! They were like “no sad mama on our watch” 💜💜💜

[@zadieellie]

Omg yes! I didn’t even notice

[@SarahAbundance]

Oh my god LITERALLY THIIIIS!!! 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹😍😍😍😍😭😭😭😭😭😭🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@allalahav5492]

Yes I was thinking the same thing!

[@theaniacz]

So true! This comment made me cry out of job and happiness for Colleen and seeing how strong she is and how her and Erik are raising such beautiful small people 😍

[@sierrareyelts1481]

Shout out to Maisy for taking her first steps on steps! She’s a rockstar!😊

[@cassiefreeman2786]

Lol I though they were steps too at first, but it’s just a rug that is also kind of an optical illusion

[@sierrareyelts1481]

Ohhhh okay cool. Tricky

[@Unhae2000]

I thought they were steps at first too but then realized it just a rug.

[@sage97m]

i’m autistic and adhd and can 1000% relate to having a physical reaction to certain music. i’ve never been able to explain it before but you described it perfectly. it’s almost like an extreme form of stimming

[@alliefolks9739]

Yes!! I was about to say the same thing!

[@lucyjane2883]

this!! i have adhd and i was dumbfounded listening to her explain it bc i’ve never been able to explain it myself nor have i ever heard anyone else talk ab having this kind of experience!!

[@k.239]

yesss. it's such a deep intense feeling, almost every description sounds like an understatement

[@emilysuzanne2000]

Yes! I am autistic and have this experience as well and I’m so sad that not everyone gets to experience this feeling.

[@alexisvanauken2434]

I just commented something like the same thing. I really do wonder if the reason we have the reactions is because of our adhd/neurodivergences.

[@elanorallmann]

I love how Maisy was about to cry a few times when she fell, but the cheers and hugs made her smile instead.

[@shannonmabee739]

Yes!!! And, for me, it doesn’t have to be a favourite song. It doesn’t even have to be in a language I can speak/understand. When I hear opera singers hit really high notes and their voice is so powerful as they sing those notes, it makes me feel like I am being lifted from my seat! Every hair on my body stands up and I simultaneously feel huge amounts of joy while I sob!!!! That’s what the power/magic of music can do for me!

[@georgiabridger4787]

This 🙌🙌

[@kategrady5849]

Yeah me too, I’m asd and this is actually a common thing for neurodivergent peeps!

[@sharksinmyblood]

My voice teacher recovered from a small nodule last year! Her ‘proper’ speaking voice she developed through therapy to protect her voice became what we called her “NPR podcast voice” 😂 She healed so well and I am hoping the same for you. You got this!

[@thespiritualbubble]

I’M SO PROUD OF YOU, MAISY JO!!!

[@ericameyer691]

Same!😊

[@setcaptivesfree6009]

COLLEEN! I have synesthesia and I see full blown masterpieces when I hear music I connect with, colors I've never seen before or can't recreate on a pallet from music that effects my spirit mind and body. Legit full body chills when harmonies hit the right places. As someone who has been singing since I could talk and played music for several years, I can 100% understand the wild and miraculous amazingness that is the music experience you were talking about!

[@emmazday]

This is so cool! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@edit6588]

i have it to and i do not expereince anything close to this😁 i see numbers and letters in color and personalities

[@girlwithaboyname907]

I have synesthesia too. Some songs almost “hurt” to listen to. I love them but don’t listen often because of the feeling. Also when I play my flute, some notes have a color. Funny though because that only happens when playing. No colors while listening/singing. “Hurting” happens in any format.

[@thewoodsofheaven]

I have synesthesia too!

[@Emilyxx190]

I love watching maisy and Wesley hitting their milestones it’s the cutest thing💕

[@maki4229]

Hi colleen, the way you describe how music affects you is the same feeling I get when i talk about my special interest like books for example. I have adhd and have a hyper fixation on books. I feel like my body can’t handle the love and admiration I have for authors/characters or book in general. I don’t get that way about music but I think it’s common for typically neurodivergent people to feel this way about something they love so dearly they just can’t contain their joy and excitement.

[@uncreativee3711]

I hope this comment gets more votes bc this definitely seems like a special interest thing !! 💕💕

[@maddiemackin6187]

I don’t think everybody experiences the physical reaction to music you’re describing….at least I don’t. But some people have that intense innate love for music that can’t be described or explained and that is SO freakin’ cool. The human body constantly blows my mind. Love you Colleen!

[@jazmynecrowe441]

It’s ADHD, most neurodivergent brains experience this and it is amazing

[@gianna_marie6447]

I definitely feel that way when I listen to my most favorite songs but it’s rare, it has to be I’m having a good day and it’s the first time I’m listening to the song or if I’m dissociating it will happen way more. But I also get that feeling when I’m talking to the people I love and we both can totally understand what is going on in each others mind. It’s like both of brain waves are on the same frequency. I know so weird but I get that feeling more when taking to the people I love than listing to music. 15:02 I love you so much! And I’m so sorry that your voice is doing bad right now but it’s only 6 weeks of so many more years and six weeks from now your babies will do so many more incredible things! I hope you have a very fast recovery! ❤💕🤟🏼🤙🏼

[@lucyjane2883]

@@jazmynecrowe441well that makes a lot of sense lol bc i was screaming internally listening to her describe that feeling bc i’ve never heard anyone else put that into words😄😅

[@FlurryFunk]

@@jazmynecrowe441 I don't think I'm neurodivergent, but I've experienced this (although maybe to a lesser extent)! I especially feel this way when listening to a rock song I really like, like I have this sort of elation that makes me want to run and explode with energy. This is really a great feeling as someone who experiences a lot of numbness in other aspects; it helps me feel alive when I often do not. :)

[@leviathan6626]

@@jazmynecrowe441 Yes! It’s also especially an autistic trait :) Lots of people with ADHD don’t even know they’re also autistic but having both is really common. Just a fun fact from an autistic person who also experiences music like this!

[@amberlayne1747]

The snoop dog voice over gets me every time! It’s doesn’t surprise me that in the awful time she is going through she still finds ways to make us laugh. I love her so much!😘

[@oliviajohnson9543]

110% can relate to the feeling that music brings you. It’s indescribable for me as well. I love that you know exactly what it feels like, especially when its because of lyrics

[@hmunder8557]

I'm not personally a music major but when I hear a song that has a really deep message or a beautiful note I will absolutely bawl my eyes out 😂 no control, no option, I'm crying. It was hard In chorus growing up to fight the urge to cry when I was listening to my classmates solos because I could feel that nervous energy they had and then to know it sounds so beautiful just made me cry so hard.

[@elizaszkotak6637]

I’m absolutely the same way

[@Charlottereviewsbooks]

Congratulations to Maisie and Wesley for their recent first steps, hope you get well soon Colleen. ❤

[@meganrayray]

Colleen! I've literally never been able to vocalize how music makes me feel but it's exactly this way. Especially during "my tears ricochet" by Taylor Swift, I simply have no control over my physical being for those 4 minutes 15 seconds. P.S. so proud of Maisy and Wes for hitting these milestones. Get well soon, we love you💜

[@elizabethcrain242]

I feel that way about Right Where You Left Me. I want Colleen to talk more about her swiftie journey, is she still listening to Midnights, is it the same songs as her earlier video or has she connected more with others? Please share Colleen!

[@meganrayray]

@@elizabethcrain242 Omg I feel you on that one! I’d love to hear her talk more about her swiftie journey as well, I hope she listened to more albums to grow her admiration for Taylor.

[@sage97m]

“my tears ricochet” is in my like top 5 songs that do this for me!! that extreme physical reaction. so cool that we’re finding a community of people who have the same beautiful reaction to certain music

[@meganrayray]

@@sage97m I’m so glad other people can relate!

[@calliekatherine]

Yesss I get this feeling with Taylor songs and literally when I was at her concert I had a out of body experience 🥹

[@malakicummings3894]

Hey Colleen. Long time admirer of you. I got nodes my first year starting a bfa in musical theatre. I spent my entire first semester of college not talking. The hardest part was losing something that was my “thing” for my whole life up to that point. The one thing I was good at and built into my personality I now could not do. It was absolutely heart wrenching for me. I journaled and meditated a lot! A LOT! Therapy obviously. But I just want you to know that my voice therapist said “your lucky you got it so young, usually is happens when people are already established in their careers and it hits them so hard emotionally they can’t handle the weight!” So I want you to know this happens to ALL of us. You are not worthless because you cannot sing you are much more complex than that!! 🥰 You are an excellent singer and you WILL sing again. Looking back I realize that what happened to me was necessary to learn going forward in my life. I no longer hold guilt and I wish someone could’ve provided me those words!! So I just want to tell you!! We love you, be easy on yourself! ❤️

[@ellevinson3909]

I don’t have that feeling with music but I started wrestling 2 years ago and that indescribable feeling you were explaining about music is the same feeling I get when I’m wrestling. It’s just and overwhelming joy and excitement that I wish I could share with everyone!

[@vannessa8217]

The last way you described music making you feel. Yes. Yes to all of that. It's so hard to describe and it's such a beautiful feeling. I love music and love experiencing new songs and listening to them for the first and for the 100th time. I love that it can evoke emotions in me that I haven't explored but need to. 💜

[@Addyson820]

Missy has come so far and is such a strong brave little girl. She gets it from her mom. Wesley is such a loving and sweet little boy. He acts just like his dad I think. Flynn is also such a smart and kind guy. He loves his siblings so much

[@keeksyy]

I TOTALLY agree with you when it’s come to a physical reaction while listening to music!! You explained it perfectly. Specifically the opening number of a musical… im sobbing or silent and in absolute awe.

[@siobhanmulvey]

Colleen you are more than your voice🤗 No one wants you to hurt your voice permanently. 6 weeks seems like a line time but it’s actually a blink of an eye in macro view of your career❤

[@addisonwayne6947]

It’s okay that you can’t do the shows Colleen! Just focus on your health! We love you!

[@rachelotremba8100]

Yes this ❤

[@madison83527]

I couldn’t be happier for sweet Maisy!! Those little first steps made me cry, she has come so far and I am so proud of her!🤍

[@nukasunshine6649]

MUSIC DOES THAT TO ME TOO! I’m so happy to hear your voice again. You inspire me so much and I’m so proud of the work you’re putting into getting better. Thank you for being my daily joy. Love you Colleen.

[@Dalekshavenoconceptofelegance]

I totally get what you mean with the favourite songs!!! Overwhelming in the best way.

[@Dalekshavenoconceptofelegance]

Feels almost spiritual

[@lilruthd4556]

I just love watching these kiddos grow and watching Colleen grow as a mom with them, despite going through the hard times she is right now. I also can’t believe I’ve been watching the blogs for as long as I have, it’s so cool having memories of the times before the kids as well and knowing that I’ve been able to watch through everything.

[@angelaarnold4255]

Oh Dang!! I have wanted to comment on something for FOREVER!!! Then I forget. So even though I haven’t watched the whole video yet, I’ve paused it. The rug in the Miranda room FREAK ME OUT!! I see Maisy walking towards it holding on the Daddy’s fingers. Then Daddy let’s go and I have a heart attack. On camera, those stripes look like stairs. Very believable stairs. Can you please get a different rug so my heart can relax? Lol. I know it’s an optical illusion. But it’s very convincing. Lol

[@angelaarnold4255]

I didn’t realize I was comment under someone else’s comment. Lol. It was supposed to be a comment all on its own.

[@samanthalotz8161]

The way you describe how artists perfectly convey feelings through lyrics is how I feel when you talk about ADHD and motherhood accept I get the feeling of understanding the mothers side from a daughter’s perspective.

[@hankbug]

Music does the same thing to me Colleen. It wasn’t until I was a teenager that I realized music affected me more strongly than most people. I think I was the only 1st grader that brought Chopin’s prelude in C minor to show and tell and getting really upset that kids were talking through it. Music dances around my whole body than shoots right out of my head…I love that I’m this way.

[@kendall398]

I feel the same way about music. I get very emotional and I feel like I need to scream or sob or burst out in a run or something because what I feel is so overwhelming. I love music❤

[@michellecalianno6375]

I know that EXACT feeling you are talking about around 13-14 mins in... I feel that way with certain music/songs too and for me it is especially intense with Florence and the Machine. I have never been able to explain or describe that feeling to anyone before and hearing you talk about it is so comforting to me to know someone else gets it too!!!! ❤ Thank you Colleen! Hoping for all the best for you and your voice!

[@saonb]

Yes Florence ! Heaven is Here??? Get outttt.

[@michellecalianno6375]

@bizzle88 yesssss!!! 😍😍😍 earth shattering. Heart shattering in the most amazing way. 💖

[@ElisabethMontanaro]

I feel the way you feel about music with acting🥺

[@neilboquida]

I think that is why going to concerts is the best feeling ever... its like being in a room where thousands of people share the same feelings as you for the same songs ❤ praying for your recovery and it feels real good to hear your voice again

[@christinevr7698]

Yes- I love that feeling at concerts - the collective joy!

[@cheyennadennison375]

14:44 I feel like that, but I am also a music major lol 😅 I get full body chills and goosebumps and songs literally make me cry. I always feel such joy when listening to music. I totally get it.

[@elliebell1043]

Colleen I feel the EXACT same way about music. When a specific chord or lyric or instrumental moment hits a certain way, I rise from my seat and run around and yell. It tingles every part of my brain and I feel like no one else has that experience. Music is magic gurl!!

[@jenninehaas3995]

Awe seeing maisy walk is so wonderful!!! Your kids r perfect in every way! ❤ When Flynn was holding wes in the chair that was precious 💕

[@mrsterp2399]

Okay I didn't expect to sob when Maisy walks but I did. After everything you guys went thru with her and she's so strong and amazing. My baby was in the NICU at a very similar time to the twins and specifically Maisy and she just stood independently for the first time this week and it just makes you go wow. From moments we thought we might not even get to keep you, and look at you now!

[@mon33333]

So true about your kids being healers. I literally watch you guys to feel better and happier when I’m feeling down ❤️

[@xDesireeNicole]

I’m praying for you Colleen, not just for your physical recovery but also for your mental well-being ❤ love you

[@Clarisa3944]

The way you feel about music is the way I feel about performances. To watch someone live out their dream whether it be concerts, comedy shows, theatre/plays I LOVE it. I can’t sit still I am in awe. I’m crying. I’m proud of ppl o never met. It’s a feeling I don’t get anywhere else really.

[@yvonneball-paquet1887]

I danced my whole life, and I get visceral reactions when I hear music or see others dance, even when I’m in a public space and try to control my body, I still twitch!!! I feel exactly the same way and I’m so happy another artist feels the same way but has a different reaction! Art is so beautiful and healing and speaks to every human soul without barrier. Thank you for sharing Colleen ❤️ Also, snoop dog is my favourite voice over so far, 10/10

[@allliver2439]

I relate to the twitching so much 😭its like my body gets so excited to hear music that I almost have an out of body experience

[@emma.dove777]

I'm always grooving around even in public if I hear a song I luv 😭😭

[@ttllyt]

As a fellow dancer, SAME!!!

[@reneeturcottecicigoi9435]

@@ttllyt as a former fellow dancer, I feel exactly the same. 😊

[@angelxc2302]

colleen! i'm so glad you spoke about your reaction to music. i have several types of synesthesia and some of them cause physical reactions to sound. loud noises cause flashes of color, i associate different songs with colors, etc. there are even some songs that i can physically feel in my neck or my teeth. auditory-tactile synesthesia is wild! it might not be exactly what you experience but it still made me happy that someone else experiences music the way i do:)

[@CarolCurotto]

What youre describing is true passion. People have it for music , stunning flowers , a great food , a beautiful moonlight…ALL kind of things that touch the soul deeply

[@jameswallingford5597]

I remember when my son 41 years ago,ouch,, took his first steps it was so incredible to see this it melted my heart. Now I've watched both my granddaughters do the same thing,and love watching them grow. My granddaughters made me watch ,,haters back off,,and now at 62 I'm a big fan of Maranda Sings.

[@mandyerickson8155]

I’m not much of a commenter, but I just want to say that you’re not being dramatic and you’re honestly taking this whole ordeal so so well. Singing is my whole life (although it’s not my career; I’m a stay at home mom/ part time behavioral health care worker) but it definitely is my passion. Especially in college and high school it was my whole world. But junior year of high school I completely lost my 3.5 octave range to just a couple of middle notes for about 6 weeks. It was terrifying and I was incredibly depressed. I had always been a very high soprano and did all my school’s competitions and was planning on going for state that year. I cried about it A LOT and my livelihood didn’t even depend on it like yours does! Anyway, I went and saw a laryngologist and thankfully I didn’t have nodes but even though I’m a cis woman, I had a voice change. And my voice dropped to an alto. So I had to completely relearn how to sing, and redefine my identity. Anyway, this was super long and likely you won’t see it, but I just want to validate and empathize that I really understand how devastating this is, and you’re doing amazing.

[@deserabailey8500]

I agree! A very similar thing happened to me, except i did have nodes and I was SOOO sad i'd never be able to sing again. (&it was just church choir and i was the female lead for the youth kids) I never had to try to hit a note it just happened. Then i had to re-learn how to sing with it and vocal exercises like shes doing now. Im still kinda sad about it, cuz i cant hit the high notes i used to, BUT i can hit lower notes that i wasnt able to before! :) Its about staying positive, and adapting.

[@shaunythoreson2006]

Same with my voice. I have a high soprano & dropped to an alto between like 7th & 9th grade. It was after an illness that included laryngitis & maybe hormones too, idk because I never saw a Dr or anything but I was soooo sad & ended up dropping choir because I lost confidence in my singing

[@gaflor44]

15:18 I 100% agree with you about music. I play mariachi and I’ve always been a singer and I just…. It fulfills my soul in a way I just can’t explain. Listening and singing or playing along and dancing. Ah it’s magical

[@rosebarclay3301]

It's so exciting that now both of the twins are starting to walk

[@rosebarclay3301]

​@@pearlboyscasette I know it's so exciting but also so sad

[@choppa1345]

everyone understands that your vocal rest is absolutely more important right now. also, totally started crying genuine tears when maisy took those strides. happy for you guys, take care

[@samanthaaquilina6580]

All 3 of these beautiful kiddos just make my heart burst. Flynn saying he ate all his strawberries, Maisy taking her first steps & Wesley loving the mochi ❤ The way Erik was so loving and supportive after the doctors appointment ❤ I would LOVE to know what song made you feel that way Colleen because I am exactly the same 😄

[@Ducky2223]

I am totally affected by music that way Music can give me goosebumps, make me feel like my skin is vibrating, make me want to cry even if it isn’t sad, it’s honestly indescribable

[@jettyl23]

Colleen, I’m so sorry that you had to cancel the shows, but we want you to put yourself and your health first, we’ll still be here supporting you and ready for your rescheduled shows. Also, congrats to Maisy and Wesley for starting to walk!!! Much love from Denver💜

[@annabellemegan93]

The voice overs are hilarious! Snoop dog! Gwyneth Paltrow! So so funny. Get well soon x

[@leahanzora4961]

Hey Colleen! this is only a minor setback for a big comeback. I know you'll be able to get back to performing in no time; As hard as it may feel right now, I just want to say thank you for continuing to make videos for us even though you don't have to. ❤❤

[@serinturk4169]

i never actually comment on videos but hearing you talk about how music affects you made me really giddy and happy cause i’m the exact way! like i genuinely can’t express how much some songs can affect me not just mentally but physically like i feel like i want the music flowing through me and like i can’t help jt. it just sounds so good and like affects me so much i can’t express but, i have met multiple people where they have told me that this is not something they feel and i’ve always been confused cause it’s so normal that my whole family fees this way about certain songs and pets of songs. anywyas you’re not alone in that feeling because i can speak form personal experience hahahha

[@Littleflower53]

I am a huge musical theater person! I TOTALLY get it when you say you want to turn inside out over certain songs. It’s like I want to put the music and lyrics into action like I would on a stage. I have no control, it takes my whole self not to jump out of my seat at plays! I want to scream, I want to dance, I want to flip, I want to do all the things. Music is incredible!!!!

[@jessicagold7640]

Totally feel you here on the effects of music. Especially musical theater. If been into musicals since I was little, following all the actors along their musical journeys. Just went to nyc and saw 5 shows in 4 days and they left me breathless. Like I fall in love with the shows and the actors in them. It’s just a beautiful thing to see your theater idols ya know. Keep your deep feelings going girl! And get well soon!

[@destin.marie.]

I love that we've been able to watch these NICU babies grow into such amazing little kiddos! Thanks for sharing your life with us! It brings so much joy ❤

[@sophiasteer5478]

The way you explained how you feel about music is so accurate! I relate so much but i can never put into words how it feels

[@julias-1354]

Girlfriend, I know this is rough. But you are getting through it and you are a fighter. You have helped me through severe anxiety and depression and you are my rock. Please know that I’m supporting you! You’re in my thoughts every day! Sending love and hugs from Seattle! ❤ So proud of you Maisy Joan!!

[@charlottee212]

Yes, I feel that same way about music (especially my son's music). I worked in theater for many years and there is nothing like literally feeling the vibrations in the air of the music and absorbing the energy of the performers. Tap dancing does that to me too, I have actually gotten so emotional watching a master tap that I cried. It's ART, that's what art is meant to do - to send your soul out of your body into a realm of wonderment.

[@robinfletcher8079]

Doctor: “Don’t whisper or scream” Colleen: *whisper screams* 14:00

[@graceedgerton2374]

YES I feel that way when I listen to music, too, Colleen! Like I need to turn my body inside out it fills me with so much joy

[@authorgirlpetparent]

I feel deep empathy as to how painful this situation is for you, but at the same time, I really wish you would take the summer off touring to heal and watch your babies walk, and ensure no further damage. 💚

[@katherinemenezes343]

Hi Colleen! I totally love hearing you talk about the feeling you get when you listen to music that you love. I don't get the same overwhelming inside-out feeling that you describe, i get more of an excited, warm , floaty buzzing feeling in my belly and in my cheeks, and it makes me feel like i'm floating on a cloud. It's so cool to me that humans feel music in such different ways!

[@susucattayls4679]

Oh Maisey Jo, you have made the whole Miranda world happy!!!! We love you and your family so much! Colleen, continue vocal rest and recover as long as you need.

[@thlagerquist]

I feel music in a visceral way, too. My heartbeat syncs up with the rhythm of the song, and I feel like I’m going to explode out of my skin. I feel it move in my veins and I feel such sublime joy

[@In8light]

I am so sorry about your voice! You need to know that this six weeks will be very hard for you and provide you the space and time you will need to transform, grow and come out the other side. These trying times contain your medicine.....what you will need to develop further as a performer and person. Trust this, Colleen! You got this! Accept it and know that there are so many pearls to come out of this. Introspection and silence helps us to grow!!!! I am proud of you! I am rooting for you! Embrace the path!

[@halliew7251]

I ONE HUNDRED PERCENT understand how you feel Colleen!! I love music so much! It’s so therapeutic!

[@dominica6373]

Hi Colleen, I am so devastated for you. As an opera singer, I know exactly how horrendous any kind of vocal injury can be. It’s so frustrating and demoralising not to be able to sing for any length of time. I feel so awful for you! Just know that this is not permanent. Your vocal chords will thank you for this period of rest, and I guarantee your voice will come back stronger than ever! Any sort of straw exercises will really help (as I’m sure you already know) & the semi occluded vocal tract exercises that I’m sure you also know about. Also when your voice is coming back, singing through everything in that semi occluded position (through a straw or blowing through pursed lips) should really get everything to work again! SOVT stuff helped me so much last summer when I was singing with little to no speaking voice and on steroids and antibiotics… I could actually sing! It was like magic. I’m sure your coaches will help you with all of this, and also you probably already know a lot of it. Much love and solidarity. ❤

[@maleahhull4166]

Yes! Music is so powerful! I feel the same way! So excited about the babies walking!! Hang in there❤

[@nataliedenkenberger5887]

Sometimes, sickness is a blessing. It has kept you home to see these first steps with your babies.

[@forest_goblinn]

I feel like that when I listen to music too Colleen! I’m autistic and always flap my hands when listening to it- it helps me experience the music more deeply.

[@vixty8406]

Colleen and Eric's faces when Maisy walked were priceless.

[@Sav2coolll5]

Awww all your kids are so cute

[@potterhead2678]

I hope you get better Colleen and I'm so proud of Maisy 💕😁

[@mayabesley756]

COOLLEEEEENNNN HOW do you ALWAYS explain these concepts (like physically feeling music) SO WELL. i’ve never ever been able to express that but i know EXACTLY what you mean. like i’ve never been able to get that across. you always make me feel so validated wow wow wow. i’m so glad i found you all these years ago. i’m forever grateful for your blogs.

[@MRK_Family]

I’M SO PROUD OF YOU MAISY WE LOVE YOU!!! Also... GET BETTER COLLEEN!

[@rumademedoit]

eric is so sweet with you in the beginning ugh i hope i get married day

[@LissaAOE]

So sorry to hear that you got disappointing news from the doctor 😢 What a gift to see Maisy take her first steps!! ❤ Sending you healing wishes! Although you can’t sing right now, you’re still bringing music to the kids through the ukulele ❤❤❤

[@kimmie-4580]

ive been so sick the past few weeks (the worst being on my birthday) and for some reason hearing your voice in this video made me feel ike its going to be okay. i appreciate you and all that you do, loveyou colleen!

[@julielovesdisney6272]

You got this! You did an amazing job during Covid. Helped so many of us while going through some of the worse times. It may seem disappointing to have to cancel shows. Don't beat yourself up. Your health is more important than making your fans happy, which I know is hard for you😊 You have such a huge heart. ❤

[@sydnation296]

the way you described how you feel when listening to music is PERFECT!!!! i’ve never been able to express that feeling with words! i literally need an exorcism to get my energy out when listening to awesome music

[@gigidodson]

Seriously, ! take the doctors advice! Sending prayers. God bless. Yes. When a piece of music touches your soul, brings tears to your eyes, and it feels like it's tearing you down and building you up at the same time. That the world is a better place for that 3 minutes and everything is alright at this moment. That's what music can do. Go Maisy Jo! GO! So proud of you.

[@SageAnastasia97]

You both are amazing parents! Melts my hearts!

[@whatisilyionlyknowipurpleyou]

No you're definitely not alone Colleen 😂 That intense urge and sensation your entire body feels, from feet to head, from head to toe, when your favorite song comes on, or a song that holds a lot of weight, and the passion and love you feel for music just oozes out of you and moves your body parts in uncontrollable ways? Yes, I've definitely felt it. I completely understood, my body has gotten goosebumps, my back, my thighs and arms feel it, the hairs on my neck stand up, I definitely am a passionate music lover so I can understand. Also, I dance a lot, so I'm almost by nature I just *have* to move my body. Even just listening to powerful lyrics that makes you emotional. Or instruments and sounds. Music is so powerful. In any way shape or form, it holds a lot of power. It's a beautiful thing, you're not alone I definitely feel you

[@tesskelly5542]

Totally understand and sending positive thoughts for a complete recovery!

[@DivineMzM]

Hey Colleen, be gentle on yourself about not being able to do your concerts for now. You are doing what you need to do to care for your voice. sending you so much ❤️and healing vibes, you are such a warrior.

[@madigordon9896]

colleen the way you explained how you felt listening to music could not explain how I feel better. all throughout my childhood I tried to put that into words and was usually ignored. I never pursued music and im still scared to but I live vicariously through you so thank you.

[@NicoNico-bb1dj]

OMG your rug looks like stairs, and I was like “Um, great, but I don’t think making Maisy go down stairs her first time walking is a good idea.” Hahaha Anyway, congrats little one!

[@starsaur6664]

Lol glad I wasn't the only one@

[@simmerdownem2100]

Oh my gosh I literally came to the comments because I saw the same thing. Optical illusion!

[@secretspymaria]

you put into words what I've been trying to describe about music for YEARS. it's why I send people I care about Spotify playlists as part of every gift I give, why I randomly share lyrics/chord progressions on my social media stories, & why if I hear a song that perfectly describes an experience or reminds me of someone, even if we haven't talked in years, I send it.

[@eviepeavie0]

I would be so happy to have a section of the vlog where we just sit with you as you quietly do something

[@MissHeatherLovesBooks]

Yes yes yes!!! About music! Sometimes I feel like the goosebumps on my body will literally explode when certain dissonant chords or beautiful melodies occur. I absolutely feel what you feel with music. I also understand about not being able to sing along to a song if you’re sick or your voice is injured. It’s awful!! Love you Colleen! Praying your voice gets all healed up really soon!

[@kedmunds9781]

The description of your full body reaction to music at the end fits really well with neurodivergence and increased sensitivity to various vibrations and sounds. This shows up with both ADHD and the Autism spectrum, and can be expressed through different areas for different people. It really shows the spectrum of neurodivergence for humans and I love all of the variation! This is a big part of what makes the human body so fascinating to me.

[@melissa2982]

Music is everything! You should have better weather for Santa Fe in July and more things going on. Don't forget everything happens for a reason. Rest and be well

[@ness8921]

You’re not dramatic, you’re passionate ❤️ you love what you do and the thought of it being at risk is understandably upsetting

[@nicolem7840]

Yes!! I feel the same way, every time I hear a beautiful song with good music or amazing lyrics. It makes my soul want to jump out of my body!! I used to be a dancer and it felt SO good to dance along with all the power you feel!

[@megsmatagges378]

I had vocal issues for two years! One when I was in my last year of musical theatre school. I completely understand how life changing it is and it's not dramatic. I've done vocal therapy for a year and my voice is doing so much better! You got this!

[@OfficialCydtheKidd]

I have quite a few songs that I experience viscerally to the point of wanting to either “live inside of them” or “inject them into my body”. It’s so funny because my best friend and I were just talking about this a few weeks ago and we started sharing songs that made us feel as you were describing. We talked about how not even full songs can make us feel this way, but sometimes it’s a single line, ad-lib or instrument that triggers something in our entire existence that gets us excited. I hope everyone gets to experience that feeling on some kind of level because it is so spiritual and so amazing.