Carols for Christmas
Posted by Robyn Lee in Family on Friday, December 23, 2011
When I was growing up we had the tradition of waiting until Christmas Eve to put up our tree.
After the tree was decorated (and the tinsel was blown onto the tree ... one strand at a time), we would sing Christmas carols.
Every year we would use these old songbooks from the ‘70s that were distributed as an insert in the local paper.
The back of the songbook has a picture of a paperboy holding up... READ MORE
Precious Memories
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Just me on Saturday, March 26, 2011
On Wednesday, at my grandfather’s wake, time stood still when my grandpa’s long-time mail carrier entered the room where his body rested, paid her respects, and quietly asked to sing a song for the family. Of course, we were overjoyed and grandpa’s children linked arms and stood near the foot of the bed, listening to this lovely lady in a postal service skirt and top, singing “Precious Memories” a cappella in old-timey fashion. I’d never heard this song before, but was so happy to find several wonderful versions of it on YouTube. Here’s Dolly’s - enjoy!
This Day God Gives Me
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Just me on Saturday, November 13, 2010
This week, we revisit one of our favorites - L’Angelus - with a live performance of a beautiful favorite. As we prepare to celebrate all that God gives us, this song reminds me to count the many blessings in my life. Enjoy!
Country Star Uses Talents to Deliver Pro-Life Message
Posted by Danielle Bean in Reviews on Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Over at NCRegister.com, I’ve been blogging about Verve Pipe’s song “The Freshman” and the pro-life meaning behind its lyrics.
I found out about the hidden pro-life meaning in this song’s lyrics through a post at Live Action which includes many others. One of the more blatantly pro-life songs on the list was “The Call” by Matt Kennon (featured in the video above).
When the nurse asked how far along... READ MORE
Chant for Kids
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Reviews on Saturday, October 16, 2010
This week’s Saturday song is brought to us by Gregorian Chant for Kids. I’ve had the blessing of reviewing their entire CD and have to tell you that it is a beautiful work of art. The chants include Chants include: Veni Creator Spiritus, Tantum Ergo, Ave Maria, Adoro Te Devote, O Salutaris Hostia, Regina Caeli, Kyrie - Gloria - Sanctus and Agnus Dei from the Missa De Angelis and Pater Noster. ... READ MORE
Singing to Sleep
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Thursday, July 15, 2010
When I was first married and thought of my future children, one of the things I most looked forward to was singing them lullabies.
We didn’t have Michael Card’s album Sleep Sound in Jesus until I was in high school, so I don’t have memories of hearing the songs on it when I was a small child. But once we got the album, even though I was far too old for my mother to sing me to sleep any more, I promptly... READ MORE
Closet Performer
Posted by Robyn Lee in Just me on Tuesday, June 22, 2010
I love to sing. I sing in the shower, I belt it out in the car and I even hum in the office.
I love driving with the windows down (with the music blaring) and singing at the top of my lungs. Sometimes on long car trips I put in a Broadway musical CD and pretend I’m the main character.
When I’m in my room listening to music from Oklahoma, Ragtime, Annie or any Broadway musical, I act out the part... READ MORE
A Song for Mom
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Many thanks to reader Laura, who sent me a link to this delightful video. Entitled “A Biologist’s Mother’s Day Song,” it’s a catchy tune and a science lesson combined. I hope you enjoy it!
(I should mention that if you’re going to be showing it to young children, you should know that it mentions eggs and sperm - in a dry, scientific manner, of course.)
"Joy, Joy For Christ Is Born"
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Faith on Monday, December 28, 2009
Now that Advent is over and it’s Christmas, I’m cranking the Christmas carols.
“What Child Is This?” has always been one of my favorites, and I was proud to know all three verses… until a few years ago, when I discovered that what I had learned as the chorus of the song is actually the second half of the first verse. The second and third verses have their own unique conclusions, ones that aren’t found... READ MORE
Non-Christmas Music
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Just me on Thursday, December 03, 2009
Even as we try to keep Advent at our house, there’s no way to avoid the fact that out in the world, we’re smack in the middle of “the holiday season.” You can’t walk into a store without hearing the tinny notes of “Jingle Bells” and similar songs playing over the loudspeaker.
Don’t get me wrong, I like Frosty the snowman as much as the next person. My daughter is a big fan of “snowmans” and last year... READ MORE
