meet Eileen... meet John...

Eileen Higgins

Vocals, Mandolin, Tamborine, Tin Whistle, Songwriting

Right in the middle of the family, Eileen has charisma and energy that motivates the group both on and off stage. Her strong voice and genuine love of performing connects with all audiences.

Birthday: July 17

Favourite...
Foods: Chicken Divan with Rice :) Mmmmm..., Broccoli Salad, Cherry Blaster Candies, Caramilk Chocolate
Books: Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus, Mary Higgins Clark books!
Movies: Lord of the Rings Trilogy, Shawshank Redemption, Cinderella Man
Songs: "Shower the People" - James Taylor
  "Beautiful Dawn," - Wailin' Jennys
  "Just the Way You Are" - Billy Joel
Sports to Play: Basketball, Tennis
Sports to Watch: Hockey!, Golf...(I didn't used to...but now i really do! my husband converted me...:)
Colours: Pink and Blue
Hobbies: Trying new recipes, painting my nails, organizing things, playing outside with my daughter, sports
Quote: "The world promises you comfort. But you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness." Benedict XVI

In Kathleen's words:
"Eileen is giving. She's my best friend and over the years, our friendship has grown and evolved in so many ways. She's very aware of other peoples feelings and her first priority is always making everyone else feel comfortable. Now that she's married and has her own family, I find myself missing how we used to share everything and just be giddy teenagers... But when we get to sing on stage it's like we're kids again. We usually stay up way too late, talking in our hotel room after shows... eating candy. :P"

In John's words:
"Eileen is the heart of this band, you could say. Everyone contributes in their own way; Eileen brings the joy. She also is somehow the most organized. When we have to be somewhere or make a deadline, Eileen is on the ball. She's almost another manager for us. As the spokesperson for the group, she makes sure we are all at our best, whether it's bringing Timmy's over or making sure we have our set lists printed up. She is kind and thoughtful, and may have THE cutest baby on the planet."