Sunday, December 28, 2008
Friday, October 31, 2008
"The Resolution" by Jack's Mannequin
My issues consume me until I get them resolved. And I've come to realize that most of life's stress comes from either fear, or unresolved issues. I pray so hard for the strength to sort out the confusion, the grace to find the resolution, and the opportunity for restoration.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
"Chemicals React" by Aly and AJ
Today I heard a song that I haven’t heard in a long time. It took me back to a different place. A place unexpected. It’s funny how songs can do that.
This song reminded me of someone I care about at their best, at our best. I took me back to a place of innocence, where the though of the immense heartbreak I feel now was known to be an impossibility. I was more sure of this than life itself for I believed in it as much as I believe in God.
Just the essence of this song flooded the strongest feelings of love I’ve ever known into my suppressed conscious. I can honestly say that I was never as happy as I was then, with myself and with him. The thought of this alone brings tears to my eyes, and I can’t tell if it’s because the memories are so beautiful, or if it’s because now they are gone. I’m willing to bet it’s the latter.
And now that the impossible has become my reality, my heart aches and longs for a time like that again. To be so sure of something that you would risk it all, even bet your life on it. How does one get back such innocence? How does one get back that kind of strength when everything inside of you has been shattered and broken? Maybe I’m just in rehabilitation for my wounds aren’t as crippling as they were before. But the wounds are still healing and I can still feel their pain and see the scars that they left. Any hope I have comes from remembering how it was, and how it would all be worth it to be there again. It’s just so hard.
This song reminded me of someone I care about at their best, at our best. I took me back to a place of innocence, where the though of the immense heartbreak I feel now was known to be an impossibility. I was more sure of this than life itself for I believed in it as much as I believe in God.
Just the essence of this song flooded the strongest feelings of love I’ve ever known into my suppressed conscious. I can honestly say that I was never as happy as I was then, with myself and with him. The thought of this alone brings tears to my eyes, and I can’t tell if it’s because the memories are so beautiful, or if it’s because now they are gone. I’m willing to bet it’s the latter.
And now that the impossible has become my reality, my heart aches and longs for a time like that again. To be so sure of something that you would risk it all, even bet your life on it. How does one get back such innocence? How does one get back that kind of strength when everything inside of you has been shattered and broken? Maybe I’m just in rehabilitation for my wounds aren’t as crippling as they were before. But the wounds are still healing and I can still feel their pain and see the scars that they left. Any hope I have comes from remembering how it was, and how it would all be worth it to be there again. It’s just so hard.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
"All Again For You" by We The Kings
I guess sometimes true love is measured by how much you are willing to forgive. How much you are willing to take. Can you still give your heart through it all?
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
"Highly Suspicious" by My Morning Jacket
Trust is a funny thing. Especially if it involves peanut butter!
Friday, September 5, 2008
"I Won't Be Left" by Tegan and Sara
Resolution is not always absolute. So when you think you’ve made up your mind, or got it all figured out remember this. Sometimes people surprise you. Sometimes they let you down. What to do?
Things are hard, I get that and I expect that. Just don’t run away scared or give up the minute your relationships become difficult. Because you know what? Sometimes "it’s supposed to be hard…The hard is what makes it great." And in the end, you are not alone. In the end, it’ll all be worth it. So remember the good things and remember your promises. Know that it’s okay to be scared but know to take other people's hands in those moments of fear and loneliness. Because if you don’t, you’ll end up with one of two outcomes: Leaving the someone whom you promised the world to, knowing for the rest of your life that you broke their love and trust. Or be the one that is left heartbroken, living from there on knowing that the one person who you truly loved walk out of your life forever. Either way, you’re screwed.
Things are hard, I get that and I expect that. Just don’t run away scared or give up the minute your relationships become difficult. Because you know what? Sometimes "it’s supposed to be hard…The hard is what makes it great." And in the end, you are not alone. In the end, it’ll all be worth it. So remember the good things and remember your promises. Know that it’s okay to be scared but know to take other people's hands in those moments of fear and loneliness. Because if you don’t, you’ll end up with one of two outcomes: Leaving the someone whom you promised the world to, knowing for the rest of your life that you broke their love and trust. Or be the one that is left heartbroken, living from there on knowing that the one person who you truly loved walk out of your life forever. Either way, you’re screwed.
Saturday, August 2, 2008
"Waiting On The World To Change" by John Mayer
Proof that not all radio hits are horribly played out. People tend to just wait for their dreams to happen to them. But I say the time is now. Take the steps now into making it the world you've always dreamed of. More importantly, find someone who you truly love and who truly loves you to take the journey with you. Save the world. Be the change. Get inspired and do something!
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