TCA Highway Angel Spokesperson Lindsay Lawler to Perform December 4 at Lighting of the Capitol Christmas Tree
Lawler wrote the theme song for 2012 tree project
Alexandria, Virginia:
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is pleased to announce that its official Highway Angel spokesperson, country music singer Lindsay Lawler, will perform December 4 at the lighting ceremony of the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree. She will also sing at three associated receptions, including one for Congressional representatives.
The 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas tree is a 73-ft. Engelmann Spruce that was harvested near Meeker, Colorado, in early November. For 23 days, it traveled to towns and cities across the U.S. on a custom-decorated, Mack Pinnacle truck driven by former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell. TCA and several industry partners sponsored stops in Dallas and Nashville, both of which included performances by Lawler. She also sang at the initial kickoff celebration in Colorado.
Lawler became involved with the tree when she wrote a song that was chosen as the project’s official theme for 2012. Beating out nearly 300 competitors, “Standing Tall” describes the tree’s journey across America and its symbolism as a “light in the dark for us all.” The lyrics also praise those who fight for freedom so that Americans can continue to live the American Dream. To listen to the song, visit the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree’s Web site at http://bit.ly/11kQK9k.
According to Lawler, “I was thrilled to write the winning song, one that speaks to the importance of the People’s Tree. It’s a beautiful symbol of unity for our nation. The fact that the tree has traveled from Colorado to Washington by truck makes this project even more important to me, because I love being affiliated with the trucking industry through TCA. I am proud to say a truck was the vehicle that delivered this wonderful tree to the people of the United States.”
Chris Burruss, president of the Truckload Carriers Association, and Deborah Sparks, TCA’s vice president of development, plan to escort Lawler to the tree lighting ceremony and her other performances. “We’re very proud that our Highway Angel spokesperson is playing such an important role in a nationwide celebration,” said Burruss. “When it comes to showing the general public a positive side of trucking, Lindsay is a terrific role model.”