So, this week I was going to go in a completely different direction but I've decided to save that for next week.
One of the first things I had to do today when I came to work was lower the flag to half-staff in honor of Memorial Day. It got me thinking about how lucky we are to have what we have in this country. And given all of our problems and disagreements, I think we can all agree that we have a great deal.
As a result, this week, I'm simply going to present a few videos that carry the meaning of the day. They capture the heart of what this day is about:
It's clear, from these videos (and the others you can find) that people need music. It is the bridge that allows us to say the things we could never say otherwise. It helps us mourn. It helps us heal. And it helps us remember. I can't think of anything else that does that. Books have their place, of course, but I don't think it's the same place as music.
I hope you all have a beautiful, peaceful day today.
4 comments:
This was beautiful CJ...and so was that last paragraph of yours. I totally agree. Music is a necessity in life and we can connect it with so many different emotions and experiences...thanks for this...and happy memorial day to you :)
Chris -
Thanks. I wasn't sure I should do it like this, but it pretty much needed to be done, if you know what I mean.
cjh
I do love these songs--especially the Trace Adkins song. I really do think that Country songs are some of the most patriotic that we have--they are always reminding me of how blessed we are.
Trish -
Have you seen Trace's video for the song? It is unbelievably moving.
And I was going to comment on how the country stars sure seem to get it better than the other musicians. I'll never forget how moved I was when I heard Alan Jackson's Where Were You. It still brings tears to my eyes.
cjh
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