While I was certainly not gifted with musical talent, I've always been a music lover. "80s; Pop; Country (some); Contemporary Christian; Jazz; Gospel; Classical - I listen to it all, anything but Bluegrass! Today, being the 35th anniversary of Elvis's death - I'm still a fan of his. He had an incredible voice - one that I somehow learned to appreciate at an early age (given that he died when I was only eight years old.) Elvis's public legacy consists of many successful concert tours, an incredible library of music, black and white imagery of his earlier, controversial "moves"and an assortment of movies - none academy award winners, but entertaining nonetheless. We recently had an Elvis movie night: Brittany, Becky, Kimmie, Creighton and myself... I am pretty confident it was the first time 3 of the 5 ever laid their eyes on "Girl Happy" or any other EP film. His legacy has now been shared with another generation in my household!
Anyway, in journaling reasons I'm grateful today, I am reminded of the power of music. The way a certain song can cause a lost memory to return; the way some songs bring an immediate smile and how some just whisper "it's time to chill, grab a bubble bath, glass of wine, and candlelight". Nothing gets me cleaning or cooking more quickly and effectively than some well-timed Prince, Robert Palmer, Cher, CeCe Winans, Katy Perry or Tim McGraw flowing through my earbuds, especially early in the morning. Some melodies help me focus, some help me to relax and let go. They all make me want to dance!
I'm grateful for music, and for those who compose, perform, record and play it. Most of all, I'm thankful for the ability to hear it!
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