Posted in Soundrack on Feb 1st, 2012 2 Comments »
Passover by Joe Day I’ve been around this song for more than 10 years. It was written by Luke Abrams, and I’m so happy my friend Joe Day recorded such a great studio version of it. I play this song loud and on repeat whenever I need a reminder that God is sovereign over both [...]
Posted in Soundrack on Nov 19th, 2011 No Comments »
It was Tuesday, and Bryan surprised me with tickets to Mike Doughty at Neumos. I knew we’d be up late, but I got a little wide-eyed when I saw what time he’d be on stage. You see, on most nights around 10:15, I’ve already fallen asleep in the middle of a 30Rock episode. But thanks [...]
Posted in Soundrack on Oct 14th, 2011 No Comments »
Photo by Steven Dewall I discovered some new music this summer that I can’t stop listening to. I’ve tried putting something different on because I think maybe I shouldn’t be so OCD, but it throws off my creative process, like trying to write with my left hand. Don’t mock. We creative types are quirky about [...]
Posted in Introspect, Learning, Soundrack on Sep 12th, 2011 3 Comments »
God created the law. I cannot keep to the law in my own power. “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23) Jesus paid the debt for my sin. He paid the entire debt. I owe him nothing. He expects nothing from me. It was a free gift. I don’t [...]
Posted in Comfort & Control, Grieving, Living In Community, Soundrack on Jun 8th, 2011 1 Comment »
“Maybe we’re not meant to be together.” “He said he never loved me.” “He told me he wants a divorce.” “I can’t keep letting him treat me that way.” “I don’t see how reconciliation is possible.” “It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done.” “I can’t stop crying.” These are soundbites from some of the conversations [...]
Posted in Comfort & Control, Soundrack on Jun 1st, 2011 No Comments »
pumpkin Every once in awhile I put this song on repeat and turn it up to eleven. I can’t speak to why the song writers feel okay, but it reminds me of the peace I find in Jesus no matter what stresses me out. Lately I’ve been inspired by a friend who’s had to make [...]
Posted in Soundrack on May 25th, 2011 No Comments »
trees Recently someone said to Bryan, “I heard the Jews killed Jesus. Is that true?” Bryan leaned in and replied, “No. The humans killed Jesus.” I forget this sometimes. And when I do, I act like Jesus is pretty lucky to have me on his team. And when I act like Jesus is pretty lucky [...]
Posted in Introspect, Soundrack on May 18th, 2011 3 Comments »
Map I’ve noticed a repeated theme in Christian lingo – a metaphorical cliche. It’s the idea of a journey, or path, or roadmap. We follow a path to salvation, we’re on a journey as believers, the Bible offers a roadmap for how we are to live. I don’t find this metaphor very interesting anymore. I [...]
Posted in Ruthie, Soundrack on Mar 23rd, 2011 1 Comment »
On Saturday I took a car full of Ruthie’s friends into the city for a special girly day, and we were rocking out to some Mumford and Sons while en route. Just as we were jamming to Little Lion Man, I suddenly realized what lay ahead in the chorus. We don’t censor this song at [...]
Posted in Comfort & Control, Soundrack on Feb 16th, 2011 3 Comments »
I don’t think I’ve ever felt more at home in a song. It communicates a sentiment I’ve carried with me my whole life – even when I didn’t understand it. The more I grow in maturity, the more I appreciate the brokenness in the people around me. I have my favorite favorites. You know who [...]
Posted in Comfort & Control, Depression, Rage Against The Pile, Soundrack on Jan 24th, 2011 4 Comments »
For more than ten years this song always seems to find me in my darkest hour. Whether I am depressed, wallowing, full of rage, or drenched in the stench of my own selfishness, the Truth in these words sets my heart straight. And it’s not just the words themselves, but the way in which I [...]
Posted in Other Places to Find Me, Seen, Heard, Said, Soundrack, Startup Mom on Jan 21st, 2010 5 Comments »
We flew into Salt Lake City tonight for the Sundance Film Festival where we’ll be live streaming and producing video at the Tweet House. While standing in the baggage claim Bryan goes, “Hey, there’s Ted from How I Met Your Mother.” FIVE FEET AWAY. I watched a few people ask for his autograph, smile at [...]
Posted in Depression, Everyday, Soundrack on Jun 17th, 2009 1 Comment »
Nobody warned me about the last two weeks of school. I think plenty of you had ample opportunity to wave your arms in the air, wild-eyed and frazzled, somehow communicating to me that I would be run ragged with year-end crap. So, THANKS for that. Also, who said I could be depressed? I didn’t order [...]
Posted in Comfort & Control, Learning, Soundrack on Mar 31st, 2009 3 Comments »
We sing this song often in our church, but it became particularly relevant during the five weeks Bryan was out of work. It often seems that stress begets stress, and things began to fall apart a little between us in that season. We pressed through and we’re all good now, but I wouldn’t change a [...]
Posted in Seen, Heard, Said, Soundrack on Feb 11th, 2009 No Comments »
A truly remarkable performance by Jennifer Hudson at The Grammy’s – both in talent and bravery – in her second public appearance since the shooting death of her mother, brother, and nephew. I applaud her song choice for The Grammy’s. It seemed a very intentional one that told her story of grief and healing, punctuated [...]
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