Divorce. It is such an ugly word. And I am going through one. I won't rehash the details of what led me to make this decision to protect all parties involved, but I can say this: at the end of the day, it is all about happiness. So that is why I share this with you this evening.
I say this a lot... I really connect to music. I find songs that I feel define who I am. Some of them are really good. Some of them are kind of stupid. All of them have a place for me at a point in my life. Over the past two years, I have made a playlist of songs that I feel define who I am. A lot of them stem from events that have taken place in my life. Most of them, I just connect to. So tonight, I offer you my playlist.
1. "I Feel It All" - Feist: This is the song I shared with you this evening. I connect a lot to this with recent events.
2. "All Is Love" - Karen O. and the Kids: I know, "Where the Wild Things Are." but I heard this for the first time when I was going to spend the night with my dad during his last days. He was a good man. He was all about his family - his most important asset. This song spoke to me. I can't hear it without getting choked up. Give a listen yourself here.
3. "God Only Knows" - This has a special place in my family's heart. I think you all know why. Watch me!
4. "Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors" - The Editors: This song definitely reminds me of the long nights waiting for things to happen. Good things or bad things, but mostly the waiting. I think you will like it, so here!
5. "Mistaken For Strangers" - The National: I know, cliche, but lately, and most of those who know me can attest to this, I haven't been myself. You will like it, so check it out!
Try these on for size. I will be sure to post more as I get more into this blog. This is a good start.
When I think of my Christopher, I think of "Life in a Nutshell" for obvious reasons and "Sister Golden Hair" by America, which you put on a mix tape for me once. I always think of you when I hear this song. I think it encapsulates us. We are a mismatched match and can go forever without seeing each other (I've been one poor correspondent), but when we do, it's like no time has passed. That is how you can tell a true friend. Love you!!
ReplyDeleteYou have stellar taste in music. 2 through 5 are some of my favorites and I will give the Feist song a try. :)
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