July 29th, 2019 My mother had great hopes and dreams for me, as all mothers do for their children in one way or another. I was named Connie after singers Connie Stevens and Connie Francis because she wanted me to sing and play the piano. Another singer she admired was Constance "Connee" Boswell, born in her home state of Missouri and part of "The Boswell Sisters" jazz harmony group. Connee was a gifted jazz vocalist, unable to walk after a childhood bout with polio, and a great influence … [Read more...]