Ali Ramsaier

The number 3 is significant to our family. Even after my dad, Eddie, passed seeing “333” in places was an angel wink. Today marks 3 years since I closed your eyes. There was a coldness in the room and feelings of youth running around us all trying to have one more sleepover with you. I sat by you, closed your eyes and told you that I was going to clean you up. I took a few steps and heard your breath until there wasn’t one. There was a chill on my neck and a drop in the room— as if you were letting me know you were gone and thanking me. I grabbed what I needed and cleaned you one final time and woke up the girls to tell them that you’re gone. We stayed there for a while. Everything was quiet. You fought so hard for so many things. You wanted to be there with us. You wanted to make memories and travel with Terry. We all had no idea how much pain you were in and even through that you still fought. Mom, there’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think of you. I miss our several calls a day. I miss your hugs (even if I wasn’t as affectionate.) I miss your encouragement and big laugh. I miss it all. I wish I had more time with you as do so many others, but we are so grateful you are not in pain. I write you a letter everyday, but today, this one will be shared. I hope wherever you are, you’re surrounded by love and watching over all of us. Til we meet again.

What are you doing this weekend?

I may have had a procedure this week, but I’m still playing this Friday! 🎹

I’m especially grateful to be back at the piano this time — that wasn’t the case after my last surgery. 🤍

Music has always been where I reset, and I’m really looking forward to playing it all out.

I’ll be at The Library Bar at Scholar & Scribe in Trilith from 6–9 PM — singing, playing, and taking requests all night.

Come hang out with me!!! 🤍

An evening of piano in the library ✨📚
This Saturday I’ll be at the Library Bar at Scholar & Scribe in Trilith playing jazz standards, classics, and whatever you feel like hearing.
Come grab a drink, request a song, or just sit and unwind for a bit. These nights are always my favorite because they turn into conversations more than performances.
🗓 February 21
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Scholar & Scribe – Library Bar (Trilith)
Tell me what you want to hear 👀🎶
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Last night I performed “Defying Gravity” at Trilith for Junction Playhouse’s Stages Cabaret, and something in me shifted.
I wore a sleeveless black gown, striped socks, and my ruby red sneaker slippers, letting my HS scars show — and for the first time in a long time, I didn’t feel the fear of not being good enough. I just felt… free.
I’m so grateful Anna trusted me to music direct this project, and even more grateful that I got to sing alongside friends and share the stage with my current and former students. Watching them shine reminded me why I love what I do.
For years, I hid parts of myself — my arms, my voice, my confidence, my place in rooms like this.
But last night? I wasn’t afraid anymore.
Thank you, Anna, for giving me space to grow, create, and believe in myself again. 💚✨

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom! It’s been such a short time since you’ve been gone and it feels like a lifetime. I miss your hugs, our daily phone calls, and so much more. You made so many people in your life feel special. You saw what others didn’t see with discernment. I miss you everyday. I love you so much! I hope you’re celebrating wherever you are. (I’m sure Dad has everything ready.) I love you.