Song of the Day

I'm back home in my dear city. Ah Seattle, how i love you.
And I am also back with another 'Song of the Day!'

Down in Vegas this week, I was at a club dancing with some new friends and this song came on. Beyonce is the Queen, good Lord. Anytime one of her songs come on, you know the night s gonna turn up a whole new level.

I had a blast. I danced and danced like no tomorrow. Laughing, spinning, twirling, moving to the music. These new friends are pretty great and nothing confirms a new friendship like grinding on the dance floor till 4 in the morning.

This song, "Drunk in Love" also reminded me of being back in London. The first time I heard this song. We were supposed to be quiet because of the curfew, but when we walked into the living room our friend Steve was playing some music. Actually, he was drunk and passed out in the dining room. So in the quiet hours of the night, Linnea, Jeff, Zayna, Matt, Andrew, and I danced beneath the fairy lights to this very song. It was just one of many amazing nights with them.

Ah, good memories.

It's so funny how music can trigger so many memories, moments, and emotions.


My 'Song of the day'' -----> Drunk in Love by Beyonce

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Song of the Day, feelin' good edition!!
Purely because, just listening to this song makes me feel good!

Nobody by Kalii  <--- click the link and give it a listen on SoundCloud. (:

Song of the Day! The Red, White, & Blue ed!!

On this kick ass kind of day, you gotta take a bit of that ole familiar country twang and a splash of good time rock and roll. Put 'em together and-

Only in America by Brooks & Dunn

"Dream as big as you want to..."

Happy Birthday America!!

I sure do love you!

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Start A Fire by Unspoken

I just heard this song on the radio for the first time last week. And now, every time I hear it, I have to turn it up. Really turn it up. Give it a listen, you'll quickly understand.

Start a fire in my soul
Fan the flame make it grow
So there's no doubt or denying
Let it burn so brightly
So everyone around can see
That it's you, oh it's You that we need
So start a fire in me

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Everybody by Ingrid Michaelson

"Everybody everybody wants to love.

Everybody everybody wants to be loved!"

~

Because stupid Tom Hiddleston broke Tumblr tonight.

Sorry loves, he's off the market.

This song is for everyone out there that's just a little sad because of it.

Because he is such a unique, kind, loving, and all around great guy.

Of course we love him.

So like I said, this is for you.

You're looking for your own Tom and feeling a little down.

It's okay, we're all there with you.

:)

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Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes by Paul Simon and Ladysmith Black Mambazo

If you have never listened to Paul Simon's "Graceland" I insist you do. 

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Heading to the beach today y'all. Seattle weathermen are notorious for being wrong 98% of the time. It's supposed to be rainy, we're talking heavy Seattle rain. But yeah no. It's gorgeous out, not a cloud in sight. So I'm going to do what every Seattleite does best. Not be able to find my many pairs of sunglasses and hit the beach.

Todays song is a silly thing that originates back in New Orleans where not even the creators themselves really know what it means. It's been covered by a crap ton of artists, but I chose this one because it's my favorite.

Iko Iko by Captain Jack

RIP Captain Jack, thanks for helping make 90's music even more awesome!

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This is going to be my summer '14 anthem y'all!

Hey Summer by Erin Bowman

Beautiful isn't it? 

That is Alki Beach and damn right I swam in that.

Windows down, music up!

Always have your swimming suit on underneath.

And remember it's always cold after jumping in, but hold on.

It's always worth it.

Hey there summer, I've waited a long time for you!!

Song of the Day (Plus some new Ink)

Compass by Lady Antebellum

"So let your heart, sweetheart be your compass when you're lost

and you should follow it wherever it may go!

When it's said and done you can walk instead of run

cause no matter what you'll never be alone.

You'll never be alone!"

Ink by Angel

2014

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Alright, alright, alright! Can we please take it back to the 80's? The good 80's. My era. Yeah, I was a tad late to the party, but I. Am. A. Product. Of. The. 80's! And this song and I are the same age. (I totally just dated myself.)

No other reason for this being my SotD other than it's fucking awesome. And when I was at the beach today I walked by a group of teens who were blasting this on their boom box. So I did what anyone would do. I screamed with excitement and asked if I could join the party. Of course they obliged. Epic dance party ensues! This is a fun song and it was a fun day. You bet I'm gonna share it!!

Get Out of My Dreams by Billy Ocean is my "Throwback Thursday" Song of the Day!

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My Lighthouse by Rend Collective is my Song of the Day on this Easter Sunday.

"My lighthouse, my lighthouse
Shining in the darkness
I will follow You
My lighthouse, my lighthouse
I will trust the promise
You will carry me

Safe to shore
Safe to shore
Safe to shore
Safe to shore"

I cannot express to you why this song is so beautiful. So moving. So true. This is the life of a Christian, a believer and follower of Christ. The world as beautiful as it is, is a hard, sad, and dangerous place filled with demons. But we trek on, through the hard times because He is there always. And we trust that. We trust that he is there every step of the way. Like a shepherd to his sheep and a father to his son. He is holding our hands and leading us out of the shadows of death and into the Light. Praise Him for is that not love? It most certainly is.

He is Risen.

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Praise the Lord by The City Harmonics

This song is beautiful. A good reminder to praise God at every moment of life. I had not thought about it in a long while, but we should not limit our praise. Don't just praise Him when times are good, praise Him when times are rough. It's along the same lines as the songs Blessings by Laura Story and Better then a Hallelujah by Amy Grant. God is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. He is there through it all. And He is there when it is over too. Sometimes I like to picture a pair of loving arms embracing the earth. But then I remember, God is so much more then that. He can embrace the earth, the heavens, the universe, and each one of us individually. Right now, like a friend he could be sitting beside me. How comforting is that?

So as the month of Easter gets under way, I share this song with you. Praise the Lord through the good and the bad. He hears us. He is there. Praise the Lord.

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Song of the Day: Ukulele Creative by Blue Fox Music

I have not stopped smiling since I heard this song. It's so upbeat, so happy, so carefree! It reminds me of running around downtown Seattle on a bright sunny day in my LSP cosplay on the way to Sakura Con. (Blargh! Run on sentence that simply cannot be helped!) So much joy from one song. Give it a listen and just try to tell me you don't love it too.


Oh yes, would you like a bonus?! Yes of course of you would! ;)

I stumbled across a video on YouTube that utilizes my SotD just perfectly!

Tom Hiddleston (I can't take this anymore...) by TellMeAboutHeroes

Song of the Day : First Day of Spring

Today is the first day of spring and boy can we feel it. As per usual here in the good ole PNW we've practically traded in our cars and bikes for oars and rubber galoshes. It's been soggy and grey and at times I have felt a tad moldy. But today it is sunny and warm and glorious. As I sit here at the kitchen table and look outside I am thrilled to see clear blue skies and a beautiful golden white sun. Mojo and I just got back in from a walk and I left my jacket behind. The sun was so warm on my bare arms.

My mom loved spring. I never quite shared her enthusiasm for I was a summer time junkie. Summer meant no school, that's where my brain was. But now that she's gone I understand the importance of spring and why she loved it.

Spring is the worlds new beginning. Why New Year's is in January baffles me. The harsh frost of winter and its desolation is gone. New life begins to grow, green buds are popping up. Baby animals are born, and hibernation comes to an end. The cherry blossom trees start to blossom and Easter falls in this season. My mom always said that Easter is the real New Year. It is truly a day of beginning again and endless love. The sun is hitting my face now, comforting. I understand now, mama.

So here is my Song of the Day.
Sunshine by Matt Costa

I've loved this song since my early high school days. Don't be fooled by the date this was uploaded. I'm so old, YouTube wasn't around yet... It's short and sweet with nothing but his voice and his guitar. It is wonderful. Have a listen and happy spring!!

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I stumbled upon this gem just yesterday! New Years Day?! How fitting and perfect is that? Something tells me that "This Year" is going to be my anthem for 2014. The fact that this has been on repeat for most of the day today is a good indicator. :)

This Year by Meghan Tonjes

"And I'm gonna be fine fine fine 

I'm gonna be brilliant-

This year is gonna be better

And you're gonna see

This year I'm gonna be stronger

And a braver me

This year I'm gonna make it 

'Cause I said I would 

Do all the things you said I never could

~

This year

This year"

Song of the Day: Christmas Edition

I have some of the greatest memories around christmas time with my cousin. We were always running around in our colorful tutus because tutus are way better then fancy dresses and itchy tights. So there we are, dancing around the house and singing our most favorite Whitney Houston songs at the top of our lungs. And this is certainly one of them.

Do You Hear What I Hear by Whitney Houston

Oh that incredible woman and her incredible voice. I absolutely love how she sings this song. I miss her, truly. Her music was amazing and she sang with so much heart and soul.
Fom those first familiar chords to the ending that sends chills up my spine, this is song will always be one of my Christmas favorites. I cherish it and all the wonderful memories it brings with it.

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I love you dear friend. I miss you so much. Be well, I'll be seeing you.

I dedicate this Song of the Day to you. I love you.

Below My Feet by Mumford and Sons

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Because music is the language that we all understand. I read somewhere on Tumblr or Pintrest a great quote.
"Music gives worth to those who feel worthless."
I believe at one point or another we have all felt that way. Music is beautiful, it speaks mountains. I love sharing the music I enjoy. And I love when others share with me the music they love and enjoy.

So something I'd like to start this year is a "Song of the Day." It will most likely be a song of the week, but I digress. Song of the Day sounds catchier.

Ready to catch a glimpse of my soul?
My first Song of the Day is: Chasing the Light by Mat Kearney

Mat Kearney is one of my most favorite artists ever. I've seen him live a few times, my most favorite concert was when he toured with Train this past September. I don't know if I've been under a rock but I heard this song for the first time then and it was such an experience. I believe that's what all of us in our twenties are doing. We're just tumbling around left and right making mistakes, hopefully learning from them. And we're hoping and praying that we'll turn out okay in the end. We're all just chasing the light.