I am an alcoholic and addict who has been clean and sober now for the past six years. I spent a good bit of time in rehabs trying to get sober, and it is in those places that I wrote these songs. Each of them literally poured out of me as I reached out to God to help me in my journey towards recovery. Each of the songs represents a mini-spiritual experience or awakening on my way towards sobriety. Small Steps is a collection of those inspirational songs that deal with recovery from any of life's many and varied challenges and difficulties and the vital role spirituality plays in that process. All of us have our own unique problems with which we must deal. Some of us are faced with life-threatening illnesses, and all of us at some point must confront and accept the loss of a loved one. Others suffer from debilitating depression, while others must begin life anew after a tragic personal loss. While my difficulties have stemmed from battles with addiction and depression, along with the devastating losses that came as a result of those diseases, the lyrics of these songs can apply to a wide range of personal challenges that are inevitably part of life. My hope is that the soothing melodies and thought-provoking lyrics will act as healing forces and provide solace one step and one day at a time.