Theme of the Day - A song that makes me feel guilty
Guilty? Makes me feel guilty? Okay, no. We're not doing these emotion songs.
Thus today's category will be... Song most recently purchased on iTunes!
For anyone who has been reading along, you know I am in a country music phase. This is much like the R&B phase I went through this time last year! Today's song comes to you from Lady Antebellum entitled Just a Kiss.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Sunday, May 29, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 27
Theme of the Day - A song with a great video
*NSync made some of the best pop videos ever! This I Promise You was filmed in the Sequoia National Park. Gone, Girlfriend and I Drive Myself Crazy rank amongst my favorites. God Must Have Spent a Little More Time on You is dreamy. Since Bye, Bye, Bye has already made an appearance on this challenge, I will go with It's Gonna Be Me. What a great video! Check it out!
*NSync made some of the best pop videos ever! This I Promise You was filmed in the Sequoia National Park. Gone, Girlfriend and I Drive Myself Crazy rank amongst my favorites. God Must Have Spent a Little More Time on You is dreamy. Since Bye, Bye, Bye has already made an appearance on this challenge, I will go with It's Gonna Be Me. What a great video! Check it out!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 26
Theme of the Day - a song I love, discovered through a friend
The wonderful Carrie Delisio turned me on to Michael Buble. I absolutely love his music, especially Haven't Met You Yet. It's a feel good song, with an upbeat tempo, and a jazz style. He reminds me of Harry Connick, Jr. or a young Frank or Tony, and whenever I hear this song, my fingers immediately start snapping and a smile appears on my face! Enjoy the video!
The wonderful Carrie Delisio turned me on to Michael Buble. I absolutely love his music, especially Haven't Met You Yet. It's a feel good song, with an upbeat tempo, and a jazz style. He reminds me of Harry Connick, Jr. or a young Frank or Tony, and whenever I hear this song, my fingers immediately start snapping and a smile appears on my face! Enjoy the video!
Friday, May 27, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 25
Theme of the Day - a song that makes me laugh
A Veggietales song would be very appropriate for this category! Perhaps His Cheeseburger? Or Pirates Who Don't Do Anything? Even The Waterbuffalo Song?
No, no, only one song will do. The one, the only... Oh where is my hairbrush??
A Veggietales song would be very appropriate for this category! Perhaps His Cheeseburger? Or Pirates Who Don't Do Anything? Even The Waterbuffalo Song?
No, no, only one song will do. The one, the only... Oh where is my hairbrush??
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 24
Theme of the Day - a song I want to play at my funeral
It would be cliche to say I would love to have Amazing Grace played on the bagpipes at my funeral. However, I'd absolutely love that!
To be perfectly honest, I hope that instead of a sad funeral, there will be a big party. I like parties, and my friends like parties. Perhaps it will be one big party! If that's the case, Dynamite by Taio Cruz should be the first song played!
It would be cliche to say I would love to have Amazing Grace played on the bagpipes at my funeral. However, I'd absolutely love that!
To be perfectly honest, I hope that instead of a sad funeral, there will be a big party. I like parties, and my friends like parties. Perhaps it will be one big party! If that's the case, Dynamite by Taio Cruz should be the first song played!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 23
Theme of the Day - a song played at our wedding
Oh the memories! Bob Spencer & Linda Selleck played the guitar, flute & harp during our wedding, and the beautiful Sarah Selleck Kessler sang. The music being played as I walked down the aisle was the wedding march in the Sound Of Music! This combined my favorite movie with our special day.
Bob also took many of the poems John had written me during our courtship and turned them into a song he and Sarah sang during the ceremony. It was happily entitled How Beautiful You Are. It gave me goosebumps, and in fact, it came up on my iPod today as I was driving through Hot Springs National Park.
Dear Randy Cockerham, who has sadly passed away, was the DJ at our wedding reception held at the Atrium Furniture Showroom. High Point is the "Furniture Capital of the World," and this was a unique venue. Fun fact...ours was the last wedding reception held at the Atrium! Randy put together quite the play list, though I only remember a couple of the songs played. As mentioned before, we had our first dance as husband and wife to the Temptations rendition of Night and Day. My dad and I danced to Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle, and my youth group came out onto the floor and we danced to The Twist! It was quite precious!
My favorite memory came as Rainbow Connection, as sung by Kermit the Frog, was played. How many people can say Kermit sang at their wedding reception?! It was a priceless moment. Check out Kermit below!
Oh the memories! Bob Spencer & Linda Selleck played the guitar, flute & harp during our wedding, and the beautiful Sarah Selleck Kessler sang. The music being played as I walked down the aisle was the wedding march in the Sound Of Music! This combined my favorite movie with our special day.
Bob also took many of the poems John had written me during our courtship and turned them into a song he and Sarah sang during the ceremony. It was happily entitled How Beautiful You Are. It gave me goosebumps, and in fact, it came up on my iPod today as I was driving through Hot Springs National Park.
Dear Randy Cockerham, who has sadly passed away, was the DJ at our wedding reception held at the Atrium Furniture Showroom. High Point is the "Furniture Capital of the World," and this was a unique venue. Fun fact...ours was the last wedding reception held at the Atrium! Randy put together quite the play list, though I only remember a couple of the songs played. As mentioned before, we had our first dance as husband and wife to the Temptations rendition of Night and Day. My dad and I danced to Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle, and my youth group came out onto the floor and we danced to The Twist! It was quite precious!
My favorite memory came as Rainbow Connection, as sung by Kermit the Frog, was played. How many people can say Kermit sang at their wedding reception?! It was a priceless moment. Check out Kermit below!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 22
Theme of the Day - A song I listen to when I'm sadThat's it. I'm changing it up. No more categories for emotions. Today, instead, the category will be the American Idol finale!
From the first part of the season, I picked Scotty McCreery & Lauren Alaina as my favorites. Clearly, my newfound country music fascination was prevailing. Wouldn't you know it, both Scotty AND Lauren made it to the finale!! I've slightly favored Scotty over Lauren, but I cannot wait to buy each of their first albums. Scotty knocked my socks off with Check Yes or No, and Lauren's third song, what will be her first single if she wins, was amazing and full of emotion. I actually wept.
The friendship between the two contestants is evident, as well. They seem to have a mutual admiration for each other and respect for the other's talent. What if you were up for the "American Idol" title and definite record contract? Would you love your competition enough to encourage them and love them? That is a Christlike trait, one I hope I can embody in my life, which makes me admire the two youngsters even more.
Here is one of my favorite moments between the two of them this season... I simply loved their duets! Much luck to them both as they continue to grow...and sell MANY records!
Monday, May 23, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 21
Theme of the Day - a song I listen to when I'm happy
Again, emotions don't really dictate my song choices. Thus, I'm at a loss for this category, too.
However, I've been thinking much lately about miracles. My pal had a story of a miracle featured on his blog today. (Visit by clicking here... ) It made me think of Third Day's song, I'll Be Your Miracle. It's a beautiful song, with beautiful lyrics, and each time I hear it, it makes me smile.
Listen carefully to the words, and ponder how you can be a miracle to someone...
Again, emotions don't really dictate my song choices. Thus, I'm at a loss for this category, too.
However, I've been thinking much lately about miracles. My pal had a story of a miracle featured on his blog today. (Visit by clicking here... ) It made me think of Third Day's song, I'll Be Your Miracle. It's a beautiful song, with beautiful lyrics, and each time I hear it, it makes me smile.
Listen carefully to the words, and ponder how you can be a miracle to someone...
Sunday, May 22, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 20
Theme of the Day - a song I listen to when I'm angry
This topic is baffling me. In all honesty, how many of you put on your iPod and pull up a certain song when you're ready to punch someone in the face? Not me... In fact, I rarely get angry, nor do I choose to listen to music when I'm miffed. I much prefer to take time to be quiet and be still when I'm upset. Noise is the last thing I want to hear. So in essence, I've got nothing!
Today we wrapped up the fourth session of the Solar Under The Sun school. It was a fruitful week of learning, fellowshipping & worshiping together. I was sad to go, but very happy to see my "adopted" parents. I'll be staying the week in Arkansas, just to visit with them and enjoy catching up! I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful, kind, loving people. God truly has rained down blessings upon me each and every day. I could not be more thankful!
Thus, tune in tomorrow as we return to the 50 Day Song Challenge. Forget angry music.... We have too much to be thankful for!
This topic is baffling me. In all honesty, how many of you put on your iPod and pull up a certain song when you're ready to punch someone in the face? Not me... In fact, I rarely get angry, nor do I choose to listen to music when I'm miffed. I much prefer to take time to be quiet and be still when I'm upset. Noise is the last thing I want to hear. So in essence, I've got nothing!
Today we wrapped up the fourth session of the Solar Under The Sun school. It was a fruitful week of learning, fellowshipping & worshiping together. I was sad to go, but very happy to see my "adopted" parents. I'll be staying the week in Arkansas, just to visit with them and enjoy catching up! I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful, kind, loving people. God truly has rained down blessings upon me each and every day. I could not be more thankful!
Thus, tune in tomorrow as we return to the 50 Day Song Challenge. Forget angry music.... We have too much to be thankful for!
Saturday, May 21, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 19
Theme of the Day - a song from my favorite album
My favorite album is Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys. It was their eleventh studio album, released on May 16, 1966. Since I've already used God Only Knows as a song during this challenge, today's song choice will be Wouldn't It Be Nice, followed closely by Sloop John B.
This is, in my most humble opinion, the best album ever made. I believe Paul McCartney has come out publicly admitting the same!
Enjoy a great song from the best album ever made!
My favorite album is Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys. It was their eleventh studio album, released on May 16, 1966. Since I've already used God Only Knows as a song during this challenge, today's song choice will be Wouldn't It Be Nice, followed closely by Sloop John B.
This is, in my most humble opinion, the best album ever made. I believe Paul McCartney has come out publicly admitting the same!
Enjoy a great song from the best album ever made!
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 18
Theme of the Day - A song I wish was on the radio
I wish the Johnny Appleseed Song was on the radio to remind me to give thanks for all things each and every day. Here are the lyrics...
Oh the Lord's been good to me
And so I thank the Lord
For giving me the things I need
The sun and the rain and the appleseed
The Lord's been good to me...
AMEN!
I remain thankful for all things, all the time.
I wish the Johnny Appleseed Song was on the radio to remind me to give thanks for all things each and every day. Here are the lyrics...
Oh the Lord's been good to me
And so I thank the Lord
For giving me the things I need
The sun and the rain and the appleseed
The Lord's been good to me...
AMEN!
I remain thankful for all things, all the time.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 17
Theme of the Day - a song I hear on the radio often
Greetings from Little Rock, Arkansas! We have had a wonderful first day at Solar Under The Sun. We have a lovely group of students, and our Solar 1 teaching team is stellar. I am surely blessed to be here, enjoying the beauty of God's nature and the fellowship of great friends!
A song I hear often on the radio...
I've been listening to the country music station, as of late, and Honey Bee by Blake Shelton is on all the time. However, I used that song for another topic already! Let's go with Without You by Keith Urban. It's on the radio nonstop these days...and I like it! Enjoy!
Greetings from Little Rock, Arkansas! We have had a wonderful first day at Solar Under The Sun. We have a lovely group of students, and our Solar 1 teaching team is stellar. I am surely blessed to be here, enjoying the beauty of God's nature and the fellowship of great friends!
A song I hear often on the radio...
I've been listening to the country music station, as of late, and Honey Bee by Blake Shelton is on all the time. However, I used that song for another topic already! Let's go with Without You by Keith Urban. It's on the radio nonstop these days...and I like it! Enjoy!
50 Day Song Challenge- Day 16
Theme of the Day - a song I used to love but now...not so much...
My hubby and I have been sitting here for awhile now trying to think of a song we are tired of listening to. Once I love a song, I typically listen to it over and over and rarely become tired of it. It's much the same with movies and television series.
The only one I can remotely think of is Alanis Morisette. The song is called You Oughta Know. It reminds me of my senior year of high school, as one of my friends was addicted to Alanis. We listened to her all the time, and I loved that song. These days, not so much. I prefer making fun of it!
Thus, I won't even give a link to the song! Onto the next day!
My hubby and I have been sitting here for awhile now trying to think of a song we are tired of listening to. Once I love a song, I typically listen to it over and over and rarely become tired of it. It's much the same with movies and television series.
The only one I can remotely think of is Alanis Morisette. The song is called You Oughta Know. It reminds me of my senior year of high school, as one of my friends was addicted to Alanis. We listened to her all the time, and I loved that song. These days, not so much. I prefer making fun of it!
Thus, I won't even give a link to the song! Onto the next day!
Monday, May 16, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 15
Theme of the Day - a song that describes me
After much thought, I took the easy way out again. General Johnson and the Chairmen of the Board sing a song called Carolina Girls. Appropriate, don't you think?
In high school, one of my friends, Travis, taught me how to shag to this song. Before you start thinking Austin Powers, the "shag" is a dance to beach music, such as this song or Brown Eyed Girl. There was also a movie called "Shag," which is about a shag dance competition. Check it out!
So enjoy Carolina Girls, as I am a true, bonafide Carolina Girl!
After much thought, I took the easy way out again. General Johnson and the Chairmen of the Board sing a song called Carolina Girls. Appropriate, don't you think?
In high school, one of my friends, Travis, taught me how to shag to this song. Before you start thinking Austin Powers, the "shag" is a dance to beach music, such as this song or Brown Eyed Girl. There was also a movie called "Shag," which is about a shag dance competition. Check it out!
So enjoy Carolina Girls, as I am a true, bonafide Carolina Girl!
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 14
Theme of the Day - a song no one would expect me to love
I could go two ways here. Those who have known me for an extremely long time would never expect me to like R&B or country music. However, in the past year, those two genres have been the most listened to on my iPod.
So, just for kicks, and because I love this song, the pick of the day will be Blake Shelton's Honey Bee. Precious song! I could listen to it over and over! :)
I could go two ways here. Those who have known me for an extremely long time would never expect me to like R&B or country music. However, in the past year, those two genres have been the most listened to on my iPod.
So, just for kicks, and because I love this song, the pick of the day will be Blake Shelton's Honey Bee. Precious song! I could listen to it over and over! :)
Saturday, May 14, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 13
Theme of the Day - a song that is a guilty pleasure
Now, wouldn't it have been perfect if day 13 of the challenge had fallen on Friday the 13th?! I'll plan better next time!
I thought about going with Mmmmbop by Hanson! However, it seems as if this category was made in honor of my love for 'NSync! My college roomie and I LOVED 'NSync...almost as much as Prince William. Between CDs, posters, magazines, and videos, we followed 'NSync's every move. Did I mention we danced...a lot?
What better song to be a guilty pleasure than Bye, Bye, Bye!
Hear it from Joey, Justin, JC, Lance & Chris... Oh, how I miss the boy band days!
Now, wouldn't it have been perfect if day 13 of the challenge had fallen on Friday the 13th?! I'll plan better next time!
I thought about going with Mmmmbop by Hanson! However, it seems as if this category was made in honor of my love for 'NSync! My college roomie and I LOVED 'NSync...almost as much as Prince William. Between CDs, posters, magazines, and videos, we followed 'NSync's every move. Did I mention we danced...a lot?
What better song to be a guilty pleasure than Bye, Bye, Bye!
Hear it from Joey, Justin, JC, Lance & Chris... Oh, how I miss the boy band days!
Friday, May 13, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 12
Theme of the Day - a song from a band I hate
The word "hate" is such a strong word. There are no bands I hate. There are a few bands that I dislike. Most of them are on the heavy metal or hard rock radio stations.
Let's go with 80's hair band, Poison, and their song Every Rose Has Its Thorn. Because I am not a fan, I will forgo posting a video. Check out this You Tube link to listen & watch the official band video.
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Today is also Friday the 13th. This just so happens to be my LUCKY day! As I've previously written (check out this blog post...), #13 is my lucky number and it would only make sense to have Friday the 13th as my lucky day! I've never been a superstitious type, and I find making the most out of a day that others view as a black cloud can only bring more positive things to my life.
Today has gotten off to a fantastic start with a good night's sleep, a lunch with a new pal, and to top it off, the husband will return from his latest journey tonight! Could the day get much better?
Happy Friday the 13th!
The word "hate" is such a strong word. There are no bands I hate. There are a few bands that I dislike. Most of them are on the heavy metal or hard rock radio stations.
Let's go with 80's hair band, Poison, and their song Every Rose Has Its Thorn. Because I am not a fan, I will forgo posting a video. Check out this You Tube link to listen & watch the official band video.
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Today is also Friday the 13th. This just so happens to be my LUCKY day! As I've previously written (check out this blog post...), #13 is my lucky number and it would only make sense to have Friday the 13th as my lucky day! I've never been a superstitious type, and I find making the most out of a day that others view as a black cloud can only bring more positive things to my life.
Today has gotten off to a fantastic start with a good night's sleep, a lunch with a new pal, and to top it off, the husband will return from his latest journey tonight! Could the day get much better?
Happy Friday the 13th!
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 11
Theme of the Day - song from my favorite band
I am feeling in a Beach Boys kind of mood today. It's absolutely gorgeous outdoors, and while I wish I was sitting under a palm tree at the beach with a Prestige beer, sitting on my porch with a cup of coffee on the bench my husband just bought will do!
The Beach Boys are one of my all-time favorite bands. They are the only band I have heard in concert not just once, not just twice, but multiple times. The first time I saw them, all of the original members, except Dennis, were still with the group, and other than the fact that they got lost and were two hours late, it was a perfect concert. As I've written before, John Stamos joined the group for the concert in northern Virginia, and it was magnificent. The Beach Boys have a number of great tunes - California Girls, Wouldn't It Be Nice, Good Vibrations, I Get Around, Forever. There really are too many to list. Today, for my favorite, I will go with God Only Knows. This song comes from their 1966 album "Pet Sounds." The melodies, the vocal harmonies, and the soulful lyrics make this song a classic.
I am feeling in a Beach Boys kind of mood today. It's absolutely gorgeous outdoors, and while I wish I was sitting under a palm tree at the beach with a Prestige beer, sitting on my porch with a cup of coffee on the bench my husband just bought will do!
The Beach Boys are one of my all-time favorite bands. They are the only band I have heard in concert not just once, not just twice, but multiple times. The first time I saw them, all of the original members, except Dennis, were still with the group, and other than the fact that they got lost and were two hours late, it was a perfect concert. As I've written before, John Stamos joined the group for the concert in northern Virginia, and it was magnificent. The Beach Boys have a number of great tunes - California Girls, Wouldn't It Be Nice, Good Vibrations, I Get Around, Forever. There really are too many to list. Today, for my favorite, I will go with God Only Knows. This song comes from their 1966 album "Pet Sounds." The melodies, the vocal harmonies, and the soulful lyrics make this song a classic.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 10
Theme of the Day - a song that makes me fall asleep
I used to listen to Miles Davis and John Coltrane before bedtime. Another easy pick would be Brahms Lullaby. How about songs I listen to before I go to sleep to calm me down? Like when laying under a mosquito net and trying not to think about the bugs crawling around me? Perhaps this is the right track.
On my last "Haiti Nighttime" playlist, I had Chris Tomlin's Kindness, Eagles' Hotel California, Barenaked Ladies' When You Dream, Unanswered Prayers by Garth Brooks, Hallelujah by Il Divo, To See You by Harry Connick, Jr....and so on and so on.
For the pick of the day, let's go with Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. Check out this LINK for the video & audio...but don't fall asleep!
I used to listen to Miles Davis and John Coltrane before bedtime. Another easy pick would be Brahms Lullaby. How about songs I listen to before I go to sleep to calm me down? Like when laying under a mosquito net and trying not to think about the bugs crawling around me? Perhaps this is the right track.
On my last "Haiti Nighttime" playlist, I had Chris Tomlin's Kindness, Eagles' Hotel California, Barenaked Ladies' When You Dream, Unanswered Prayers by Garth Brooks, Hallelujah by Il Divo, To See You by Harry Connick, Jr....and so on and so on.
For the pick of the day, let's go with Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. Check out this LINK for the video & audio...but don't fall asleep!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 9
Theme of the Day - a song that makes me dance
Are You Gonna Be My Girl by JET gets me up and dancing every time I hear it! It's the ultimate dance song! Just take a listen and see if you can keep from dancing?
Are You Gonna Be My Girl by JET gets me up and dancing every time I hear it! It's the ultimate dance song! Just take a listen and see if you can keep from dancing?
Monday, May 9, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 8
Theme of the Day - a song you know all the words to
I am infamous for making up words to songs, as I never actually know the all words to any song! There are a few Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett and, of course, 'NSync songs I do know 99% of the words to... For this particular song category, "All Out of Love" by Air Supply will be the pick of the day.
This song brings back many memories, starting with Quaker Lake Camp. The girls staff introduced me to Air Supply, and they quickly became a favorite band for life! This song also made an appearance in a trip to Mexico with Living Waters For The World. I was traveling in a car with my friends Karen and Mark, and with my handy-dandy iTrip, I played this song over the radio. Mark, who was driving, detested Air Supply and my singing...and he stopped the car and insisted I change the song. We were sitting at the bottom of a hill, uneasily seen by other drivers. It was a priceless (scary) moment, but it made an impact on all of us. On my last Sunday at ChristChurch Presbyterian, Mark had this song played during the church service on none other than the church organ. The congregation sang along, and it is a priceless moment that I will remember for the rest of my life!
Check it out... Air Supply, "All Out of Love"...
I am infamous for making up words to songs, as I never actually know the all words to any song! There are a few Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett and, of course, 'NSync songs I do know 99% of the words to... For this particular song category, "All Out of Love" by Air Supply will be the pick of the day.
This song brings back many memories, starting with Quaker Lake Camp. The girls staff introduced me to Air Supply, and they quickly became a favorite band for life! This song also made an appearance in a trip to Mexico with Living Waters For The World. I was traveling in a car with my friends Karen and Mark, and with my handy-dandy iTrip, I played this song over the radio. Mark, who was driving, detested Air Supply and my singing...and he stopped the car and insisted I change the song. We were sitting at the bottom of a hill, uneasily seen by other drivers. It was a priceless (scary) moment, but it made an impact on all of us. On my last Sunday at ChristChurch Presbyterian, Mark had this song played during the church service on none other than the church organ. The congregation sang along, and it is a priceless moment that I will remember for the rest of my life!
Check it out... Air Supply, "All Out of Love"...
Saturday, May 7, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 6
Theme of the Day - A song that reminds you of somewhere
God of This City by Chris Tomlin will forever be connected in my mind with Haiti. Every night in March 2010, as I fell asleep in my tent in Port-Au-Prince, I played this song. After the images I had seen throughout the day, the people I met, and the rubble surrounding us, these were the only words that brought me comfort and hope. In January, we used this song as part of the sermon delivered at Blanket Baptist Church, as we celebrated the one-year anniversary of the earthquake. As we read the words, the people resounded with applause and affirmations. They knew greater things are still to come in their city because of they believe in the one true God.
So hear these words, and remember the people of Haiti...
God of This City by Chris Tomlin will forever be connected in my mind with Haiti. Every night in March 2010, as I fell asleep in my tent in Port-Au-Prince, I played this song. After the images I had seen throughout the day, the people I met, and the rubble surrounding us, these were the only words that brought me comfort and hope. In January, we used this song as part of the sermon delivered at Blanket Baptist Church, as we celebrated the one-year anniversary of the earthquake. As we read the words, the people resounded with applause and affirmations. They knew greater things are still to come in their city because of they believe in the one true God.
So hear these words, and remember the people of Haiti...
Friday, May 6, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 5
Theme of the Day - Songs that remind me of someone
There are so, so many songs that remind me of the Herndon United Methodist Church Youth. Last summer, especially, they introduced me to the whole new world of R&B. Usher, Taio Cruz, Bruno Mars, Jason Derulo, Trey Songz...the list goes on and on. They have forever influenced my musical tastes.
So...Allison, Elizabeth, Diana, Shane, Sam, Parker, Erin, Kathleen, Joel, Emily, Sarah...I think of y'all all the time, basically anytime a song comes on the top-40 radio station! I miss you so much! Thank you for forever influencing my musical tastes!
My two interns, Claire & Sean, also had an impact on my music library. They are responsible for giving me most of the 4000 songs in my iTunes library! Claire introduced me to Ted Leo & the Pharmacists and JET and Franz Ferdinand. Sean gave me jewels, such as Jamie Cullum, Jason Mraz, and Josh Wilson.
For the specific song of the day, though, I will go with Fireflies by Owl City. Any time I hear this song, I think immediately of Isabel Eaddy, pull out my phone, and text her to let her know I'm thinking of her! I'm not quite sure why I associate the song with her, other than she played it at the Spring Fling last May...but I think of her every time.
There are so, so many songs that remind me of the Herndon United Methodist Church Youth. Last summer, especially, they introduced me to the whole new world of R&B. Usher, Taio Cruz, Bruno Mars, Jason Derulo, Trey Songz...the list goes on and on. They have forever influenced my musical tastes.
So...Allison, Elizabeth, Diana, Shane, Sam, Parker, Erin, Kathleen, Joel, Emily, Sarah...I think of y'all all the time, basically anytime a song comes on the top-40 radio station! I miss you so much! Thank you for forever influencing my musical tastes!
My two interns, Claire & Sean, also had an impact on my music library. They are responsible for giving me most of the 4000 songs in my iTunes library! Claire introduced me to Ted Leo & the Pharmacists and JET and Franz Ferdinand. Sean gave me jewels, such as Jamie Cullum, Jason Mraz, and Josh Wilson.
For the specific song of the day, though, I will go with Fireflies by Owl City. Any time I hear this song, I think immediately of Isabel Eaddy, pull out my phone, and text her to let her know I'm thinking of her! I'm not quite sure why I associate the song with her, other than she played it at the Spring Fling last May...but I think of her every time.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 4
Theme of the day - A song that makes me sad
This was an especially tough pick. Honestly, there aren't any songs I can think of that elicit a feeling of sadness in me. In the car today, I heard a song called "That Should Be Me" by none other than Justin Bieber. Rascal Flatts sang along with him, which made for a nice duet. So, I believe I will go with the Bieber for a song that made me a wee bit sad...
This was an especially tough pick. Honestly, there aren't any songs I can think of that elicit a feeling of sadness in me. In the car today, I heard a song called "That Should Be Me" by none other than Justin Bieber. Rascal Flatts sang along with him, which made for a nice duet. So, I believe I will go with the Bieber for a song that made me a wee bit sad...
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 3
Theme of the Day - A song that makes me happy
This was easy! Chris Tomlin recorded "The Happy Song," and it absolutely puts a great big smile on my face and makes me happy! Just listen... How could you not be happy?!
Of other interest, my seminary semester has come to a close! Two monster papers are due this week. Both were required to be 20+/- pages. Thankfully...they are now FINISHED! How appropriate for today to be a song that makes me happy!
Enjoy...
This was easy! Chris Tomlin recorded "The Happy Song," and it absolutely puts a great big smile on my face and makes me happy! Just listen... How could you not be happy?!
Of other interest, my seminary semester has come to a close! Two monster papers are due this week. Both were required to be 20+/- pages. Thankfully...they are now FINISHED! How appropriate for today to be a song that makes me happy!
Enjoy...
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge - Day 1
Theme of the day: My Favorite Song
This is a very, very hard song to pick. I have so many "favorite" songs or songs I love. Since this is my blog and I can make my own rules, I'll pick five of my favorite songs.
Here they are...five very, very different songs that I love, in no particular order...
Tim McGraw - "Something Like That"
Are there any better lyrics? "I had a barbecue stain on my white t-shirt, she was killin' me in that mini-skirt." Oh I love it and will sing it to the top of my lungs while I'm running along the treadmill.
Jimmy Buffett - "Frank & Lola"
This comes from Jimmy's "Last Mango in Paris" album. It's also featured on his greatest hits compilation, "Boats, Beaches, Bars & Ballads." It tells a story, and I love a song that tells a story.
Matthew West - "You Are Everything"
While Chris Tomlin or Third Day may be my favorite Christian bands, Matthew West delivers my favorite Christian song.
Beach Boys - "Forever"
John Stamos, or Uncle Jesse, made this song famous on Full House, but Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys wrote and sang this song originally. I was honored to hear John Stamos perform it live with the Beach Boys at Wolf Trap in August 2009. The lyrics are simply gorgeous... "If every word I said could make you laugh, I'd talk forever..."
Taio Cruz - "Dynamite"
I LOVE this song. There is no song that will put a smile on my face quicker than this song. It may be because of the people it reminds me of, but this song is an instant pick-me-up.
So these are just five of my favorite songs. I have many, many more, but five seemed like more than enough for today. Afterall, there are 49 more days left to this challenge, and I look forward to delving even further into my music collection!
This is a very, very hard song to pick. I have so many "favorite" songs or songs I love. Since this is my blog and I can make my own rules, I'll pick five of my favorite songs.
Here they are...five very, very different songs that I love, in no particular order...
Tim McGraw - "Something Like That"
Are there any better lyrics? "I had a barbecue stain on my white t-shirt, she was killin' me in that mini-skirt." Oh I love it and will sing it to the top of my lungs while I'm running along the treadmill.
Jimmy Buffett - "Frank & Lola"
This comes from Jimmy's "Last Mango in Paris" album. It's also featured on his greatest hits compilation, "Boats, Beaches, Bars & Ballads." It tells a story, and I love a song that tells a story.
Matthew West - "You Are Everything"
While Chris Tomlin or Third Day may be my favorite Christian bands, Matthew West delivers my favorite Christian song.
Beach Boys - "Forever"
John Stamos, or Uncle Jesse, made this song famous on Full House, but Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys wrote and sang this song originally. I was honored to hear John Stamos perform it live with the Beach Boys at Wolf Trap in August 2009. The lyrics are simply gorgeous... "If every word I said could make you laugh, I'd talk forever..."
Taio Cruz - "Dynamite"
I LOVE this song. There is no song that will put a smile on my face quicker than this song. It may be because of the people it reminds me of, but this song is an instant pick-me-up.
So these are just five of my favorite songs. I have many, many more, but five seemed like more than enough for today. Afterall, there are 49 more days left to this challenge, and I look forward to delving even further into my music collection!
Monday, May 2, 2011
50 Day Song Challenge
As I said last week, I have been suffering from Writers Block! While I am thankful for so many things each and every day, my creativity has been sucked dry by seminary classes. Just today, I sat down and wrote a 20-page paper in one sitting. Thankfully, the subject matter was fascinating, as I wrote about the Apostle Paul as a mentor to spiritual leaders. The research was interesting, and thankfully I wrote a very thorough outline several weeks ago which made today's writing a bit easier. Nevertheless, there is another 20-page monster due this week for my other class. (You will hear a huge sigh of relief come next weekend...)
Thus, I have decided to go one step further for this blog and give myself a topic! I love music, and due to a friend's post on Facebook, I will spend the next seven weeks and one day with the 50-Day Song Challenge. Each day will be dedicated to a song of my choosing that fits a specific theme.
The days will go like this:
day 01 - your favorite song
day 02 -your least favorite song your favorite Frank Sinatra song
day 03 - a song that makes you happy
day 04 - a song that makes you sad
day 05 - a song that reminds you of someone
day 06 - a song that reminds you of somewhere
day 07 - a song that reminds you of a certain event
day 08 - a song that you know all the words to
day 09 - a song that you can dance to
day 10 - a song that makes you fall asleep
day 11 - a song from your favorite band
day 12 - a song from a band you hate
day 13 - a song that is a guilty pleasure
day 14 - a song that no one would expect you to love
day 15 - a song that describes you
day 16 - a song that you used to love but now hate
day 17 - a song that you hear often on the radio
day 18 - a song that you wish you heard on the radio
day 19 - a song from your favorite album
day 20 - a song that you listen to when you’re angry
day 21 - a song that you listen to when you’re happy
day 22 - a song that you listen to when you’re sad
day 23 - a song played at your wedding
day 24 - a song that you want to play at your funeral
day 25 - a song that makes you laugh
day 26 - a song you love that you discovered through a friend
day 27 - a song with a great video
day 28 - a song that makes you feel guilty
day 29 - a song from your childhood
day 30 - your favorite song at this time last year
day 31– A song you would sing at a karaoke night
day 32– Your favorite love song
day 33 - A song you never get sick of hearing
day 34 - A song that makes you think of a family member
day 35- a song that you find annoying
day 36 - your favorite rap song
day 37 - most listened to song on your mp3
day 38 - a song you would perform in front of people
day 39 - favorite song from the 80's
day 40 - favorite song from the 90's
day 41 - favorite song from the 2000's
day 42 - a song you hate but you listen to it anyway
day 43 - a song that evokes good memories
day 44 - a song that evokes bad memories
day 45 - a song of your favorite movie
day 46 - a song you wouldn't sing at a karaoke night
day 47- best girl singer song
day 48 - best boy singer song
day 49 - best party song
day 50 - best duet song
Tune in tomorrow for Day #1 of the 50-Day Song Challenge!
Thus, I have decided to go one step further for this blog and give myself a topic! I love music, and due to a friend's post on Facebook, I will spend the next seven weeks and one day with the 50-Day Song Challenge. Each day will be dedicated to a song of my choosing that fits a specific theme.
The days will go like this:
day 01 - your favorite song
day 02 -
day 03 - a song that makes you happy
day 04 - a song that makes you sad
day 05 - a song that reminds you of someone
day 06 - a song that reminds you of somewhere
day 07 - a song that reminds you of a certain event
day 08 - a song that you know all the words to
day 09 - a song that you can dance to
day 10 - a song that makes you fall asleep
day 11 - a song from your favorite band
day 12 - a song from a band you hate
day 13 - a song that is a guilty pleasure
day 14 - a song that no one would expect you to love
day 15 - a song that describes you
day 16 - a song that you used to love but now hate
day 17 - a song that you hear often on the radio
day 18 - a song that you wish you heard on the radio
day 19 - a song from your favorite album
day 20 - a song that you listen to when you’re angry
day 21 - a song that you listen to when you’re happy
day 22 - a song that you listen to when you’re sad
day 23 - a song played at your wedding
day 24 - a song that you want to play at your funeral
day 25 - a song that makes you laugh
day 26 - a song you love that you discovered through a friend
day 27 - a song with a great video
day 28 - a song that makes you feel guilty
day 29 - a song from your childhood
day 30 - your favorite song at this time last year
day 31– A song you would sing at a karaoke night
day 32– Your favorite love song
day 33 - A song you never get sick of hearing
day 34 - A song that makes you think of a family member
day 35- a song that you find annoying
day 36 - your favorite rap song
day 37 - most listened to song on your mp3
day 38 - a song you would perform in front of people
day 39 - favorite song from the 80's
day 40 - favorite song from the 90's
day 41 - favorite song from the 2000's
day 42 - a song you hate but you listen to it anyway
day 43 - a song that evokes good memories
day 44 - a song that evokes bad memories
day 45 - a song of your favorite movie
day 46 - a song you wouldn't sing at a karaoke night
day 47- best girl singer song
day 48 - best boy singer song
day 49 - best party song
day 50 - best duet song
Tune in tomorrow for Day #1 of the 50-Day Song Challenge!
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Happy Birthday, Dad!
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| With my dad on my 30th Birthday! |
We have so many wonderful memories together, just the two of us. Between spending Holy Week '08 with the UNC Tarheels to Myrtle Beach motorcycle burns and midnight drives to Reno, our trips together always turn into adventures. I am very lucky and very thankful that he is MY dad.
Happy Birthday, Dad! Wish I could be with you. I love you!
The Royal Wedding
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| This poster was hanging in our room for years! |
In the summer of 1999, my obsession hit an all-time high when I had the opportunity to study abroad in the United Kingdom. It was my mission to find the Prince, even if it was just a glimpse. I strolled the streets of London, visited Eton College, where he was in school at the time, and spent days in Windsor. Wherever I went, however, it seems he would show up there the day after I departed!
One day we were in Edinburgh, Scotland, and I was walking the Royal Mile with a couple of pals. There right in front of us, a Rolls Royce pulled up. My heart lept...but it turns out it was just for the Queen. She came walking out of a tea shop in a beautiful yellow dress, gave us a wave, and got into her car. I was mildly disappointed, but the next day, we saw her, Prince Philip, and Prince Charles in all of their royalty, going to a Ceremony for the Order of the Thistle at the Cathedral. There were horses, carriages, royal archers. It was beautiful and regal.
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| This picture was taken in 1999 in Edinburgh, Scotland. We stood for hours to get this picture! |
While I never saw William in person, I continued to collect every magazine cover, watch every television special and read every tabloid. Crystal and I jumped for joy when we heard William and Kate were getting married. Since she and I are both married, too, we figured it was time that he was as happy as we were!
Would you believe I set my alarm for 1:00am Friday morning to celebrate?! This pacific time zone can really be a pain! I was happy as could be, readied my pot of tea, and enjoyed the festivities from the moment Prince Harry and Prince William left their house to the perfect wedding to the TWO kisses on the balcony. Kate was stunning...the dress, her smile, it really seemed like the Modern Fairytale.
Thus, congratulations to Prince William and his dear Kate. We will pray for a long, loving marriage... And eagerly await the next royal wedding!
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