Dear God, Who makes all light on earth,
I want to be a sunshine.
I want to show the world some love
To show them what it's like above.
Dear God, Who makes all color here,
I want to be a rainbow.
I want to show the world some joy
For every little girl and boy.
Dear God, Who makes all silence 'round,
I want to be a whisper.
I want to show the world some peace
Not known to earthly man or beast.
Thursday, April 27, 2006
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Life Is Like a Gay Gordons
So somewhere in all of the random words and phrases that spill out of my mouth when no one else is around, I found myself saying "dancing with God" last night as I went to bed. This led my mind down a trail to what Scottish dance would be a good analogy for life, and Gay Gordons seems quite appropriate. A quick run through of the dance for all you Scottish dance innocents: Promenade (walk with your partner) forward 4 steps; Promenade backward 4 steps; Repeat both promenades; Lady twirls under her partners hand; Waltz (ed: polka actually); and Repeat all. (Sorry, guys but this analogy only works right if you let God take the "man's" role in the dance.)
Joining the dance at God's invitation to dance with Him, you have times when life is pretty normal and straightforward, nothing complicated. Then there are times when everything seems backwards, so it's a good thing God's right there by your side. When life gets crazy hectic, you could spin out of control if you don't put our hand in His to keep you centered on track. And then there are the times when you just follow God's lead as He guides you through life (at least that's what you're supposed to do for things to go smoothly).
2006 has definitely been a twirling season for me. Keep that hand up, Sarah.
Joining the dance at God's invitation to dance with Him, you have times when life is pretty normal and straightforward, nothing complicated. Then there are times when everything seems backwards, so it's a good thing God's right there by your side. When life gets crazy hectic, you could spin out of control if you don't put our hand in His to keep you centered on track. And then there are the times when you just follow God's lead as He guides you through life (at least that's what you're supposed to do for things to go smoothly).
2006 has definitely been a twirling season for me. Keep that hand up, Sarah.
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Friday, April 07, 2006
The Remnant
Hey! A serious post. Imagine that!
A couple of weeks ago, Mom found a magazine article about an adult Christian singles community service volunteer organization called The Remnant. I attended my first meeting Tuesday night, and it sounds like this will be a nice group to be a part of. According to the e-mail list, a couple of old friends are involved, so it will be nice to see them again. My first volunteer activity will be helping to clean and paint the activity hall of a private children's group home.
A variety of social events are listed as available for Remnant members. One of these is West Coast Swing classes on Thursday nights. Obviously, my Thursday nights are committed elsewhere, but this week Scottish dance was canceled due to the weather. I had my heart set on getting out and being active last night, so I decided to give West Coast Swing a try. I almost talked myself out of it since it's something I won't be able to commit to, but getting to meet some more Remnant members talked me into it. Any Scottish dancers reading this don't need to worry about losing me to West Coast Swing. I'm too mechanical and bad at following. Scottish dance works for me because there's a nice formula to how each dance is done. I've just got to be methodically artistic and that's that. Not to say the class last night wasn't fun; I'm just not suited to that type of dancing.
A couple of weeks ago, Mom found a magazine article about an adult Christian singles community service volunteer organization called The Remnant. I attended my first meeting Tuesday night, and it sounds like this will be a nice group to be a part of. According to the e-mail list, a couple of old friends are involved, so it will be nice to see them again. My first volunteer activity will be helping to clean and paint the activity hall of a private children's group home.
A variety of social events are listed as available for Remnant members. One of these is West Coast Swing classes on Thursday nights. Obviously, my Thursday nights are committed elsewhere, but this week Scottish dance was canceled due to the weather. I had my heart set on getting out and being active last night, so I decided to give West Coast Swing a try. I almost talked myself out of it since it's something I won't be able to commit to, but getting to meet some more Remnant members talked me into it. Any Scottish dancers reading this don't need to worry about losing me to West Coast Swing. I'm too mechanical and bad at following. Scottish dance works for me because there's a nice formula to how each dance is done. I've just got to be methodically artistic and that's that. Not to say the class last night wasn't fun; I'm just not suited to that type of dancing.
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Another Music Quiz
The rules on this quiz say to put your playlist on shuffle and fill in the questions in order with the songs. Since I tend to stay a step or two behind popular technology, I altered the rules to use radio songs as they come. Specifically I used CMRadio.net's Celtic station.
How does the world see you?
The Castle of Dromore (Joanna Mell)
Googling reveals the song sounds Scottish, but the actual castle is Irish.
Will I have a happy life?
Paddy Glackin (Shanachie)
He sounds like a happy fellow.
What do my friends really think of me?
Your Love and Your Mercy (Sammy Horner)
That makes me sound super nice!
How can I make myself happy?
Around This Table (Debbie Zepick)
Eat dinner with family/friends, perhaps?
What should I do with my life?
Forty Days and Forty Nights (Moira Kerr)
Uh-oh... I hope I'm not the next Noah.
Will I ever have children?
Come Lord Jesus (Prairie Bible College)
I'm going to take that to mean Christ will return before I get the chance.
What is some good advice for me?
My Shepherd (Caroline Bowles)
Good reminder.
How will I be remembered?
Show Me (Moya Brennan)
In a painting?
What is my signature song?
Lift the Wings (Bill Whelan)
I'm free as a bird!
What do I think my current theme song is?
Smoke Goes Up (Raymond McCullough)
Well, it may not all be going up in flames, but it is getting a little smoky.
What does everyone else think my current theme song is?
An Toll Dubh (Runrig)
Wow! Everyone else knows Gaelic? Erm, translation: "All the miles"
What song will play at my funeral?
Writing on the Wall (Karnataka)
Just so Dad can tell how I took a crayon to the walls when Chris was born.
What type of men/women do I like?
Creator of Creation (Eden's Bridge)
Well, of course I like God. I don't think that's what the question was looking for silly song list.
What is my day going to be like?
The Banshee Song (Ballydowse)
Shrieking ghosts!! Oh dear, that'll never do. I'll just have to sic my pet kelpie on them.
How does the world see you?
The Castle of Dromore (Joanna Mell)
Googling reveals the song sounds Scottish, but the actual castle is Irish.
Will I have a happy life?
Paddy Glackin (Shanachie)
He sounds like a happy fellow.
What do my friends really think of me?
Your Love and Your Mercy (Sammy Horner)
That makes me sound super nice!
How can I make myself happy?
Around This Table (Debbie Zepick)
Eat dinner with family/friends, perhaps?
What should I do with my life?
Forty Days and Forty Nights (Moira Kerr)
Uh-oh... I hope I'm not the next Noah.
Will I ever have children?
Come Lord Jesus (Prairie Bible College)
I'm going to take that to mean Christ will return before I get the chance.
What is some good advice for me?
My Shepherd (Caroline Bowles)
Good reminder.
How will I be remembered?
Show Me (Moya Brennan)
In a painting?
What is my signature song?
Lift the Wings (Bill Whelan)
I'm free as a bird!
What do I think my current theme song is?
Smoke Goes Up (Raymond McCullough)
Well, it may not all be going up in flames, but it is getting a little smoky.
What does everyone else think my current theme song is?
An Toll Dubh (Runrig)
Wow! Everyone else knows Gaelic? Erm, translation: "All the miles"
What song will play at my funeral?
Writing on the Wall (Karnataka)
Just so Dad can tell how I took a crayon to the walls when Chris was born.
What type of men/women do I like?
Creator of Creation (Eden's Bridge)
Well, of course I like God. I don't think that's what the question was looking for silly song list.
What is my day going to be like?
The Banshee Song (Ballydowse)
Shrieking ghosts!! Oh dear, that'll never do. I'll just have to sic my pet kelpie on them.
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