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These are my thoughts and ramblings as I forge my way through this thing they call Life. I blog with these groups:     "Blogging Circle of Friends "  [E] 
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Soundtrack Of My Life February 29 Because it does not happen very often I am going to add another day to my playlist. Following with my way of doing things... for many of the songs this month, I will pick from the Leap Year soundtrack. I love this movie. It follows the idea that on this day, women can ask their significant other to marry them. This is a tradition started in Ireland. There are three to choose from and I can hear them here so I will have to wait and do this entry later. Lyrics: You're stuck on me and my laughing eyes I can't pretend though I try to hide I like you. I like you I think I felt my heart skip a beat I'm standing here and I can hardly breathe You got me, yeah, you got me The way you take my hand is just so sweet And that crooked smile of yours It knocks me off my feet Oh, I just can't get enough How much do I need to fill me up It feels so good, it must be love It's everything that I've been dreaming of I give up, I give in, I let go Let's begin Cause no matter what I do, Oh (oh) My heart is filled with you I can't imagine what it'd be like Livin' each day in this life Without you. Without you One look from you I know you understand This mess we're in you know is just so, out of hand. Oh, I just can't get enough How much do I need to fill me up' It feels so good it must be love It's everything that I've been dreaming of I give up. I give in. I let go Let's begin Cause no matter what I do Oh (oh) My heart is filled with you I hope we always feel this way (I know we will) And in my heart I know you'll always stay Oh, I just can't get enough How much do I need to fill me up It feels so good it must be love I give up, I give in, I let go, Let's begin Cause no matter what I do Oh, I just can't get enough How much do I need to fill me up' It feels so good it must be love (It's everything that I've been dreaming of) I give up, I give in, I let go Let's begin Cause no matter what I do Oh (oh) My heart is filled with you Oh (oh) You got me, You got me Oh (oh) You got me, You got me Songwriters: COLBIE CAILLAT, JOHN SHANKS © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC Blog City - Day 2063 Many schools have cut funding for art and music programs. Do you think it’s important to bring these electives back, and what are your ideas to get your community involved? I am lucky to work in the Canadian school system, but we are currently in a strike situation to keep our excellent system. Our Premier, Doug Ford is a bully - a mini Trump, of sorts, who wants to stuff kids into classes like sardines and cut school supports leading to more violent classrooms. Most of the Educational Assistants we have at the Elementary level are there for Behaviour issues, not for academic support. We still have art and music programs thank goodness! Our music teacher is retiring this year... the school will be feeling his loss. All teachers teach their own art classes. I am not sports minded... so the idea of cutting art and music programs in favour of sports boils my blood. I know each teach kids about grander things than the basic curriculum... but I believe kids need all these areas. Creativity should be celebrated. Fitness should be cultivated. We should not be sacrificing anything. Not everyone can afford to put there kids in extracurricular programs. Here is a piece on the 10 reasons for having art and music programs. https://www.artandmusiccenter.com/blog/2019/4/23/10-reasons-why-kids-need-art-an... This site also has an area where you can even sponsor a child! Now that is cool! It's a Californian idea, but it makes a great deal of sense. The prices look reasonable as well. Locally, I know our library has instruments you can borrow. There are also programs in place for March Break, but these cost money. There are even programs for PD days. But all of these are few and far between compared to sports programs. I remember talking to friends who were athletically inclined when I was younger and they found it hard to wrap their head around the idea that they would not have a kid who was just as athletically inclined. One of these was my ex-husband. We did not have children together. One of my worries was that he might not be too open to having a child who was more sensitive like myself and not athletically inclined. Who knows, having children may have softened his ideas, but I worried that that wouldn't happen. And is it just me, or are there only sports things that have tournaments that start on Fridays... and kids leave school to go participate??? One of the EAs in my class has had her son go to two such tournaments. Do they think these things are so important that they need to miss school? Do they think their kid will make it to the big leagues? I don't think they should be missing school time for something like that.... just saying. I also have a problem with athletes getting paid exorbitant sums... and writer's get taxed 50% on their earnings... because here in Canada, it is considered a hobby. (I believe it is only 30% in the States.) I'm not sure about artists. That is crazy... and so off topic. Sorry. I recently saw a little shop in a small village that offers art classes before and after school. It is a quick walk to the school, thus giving kids an opportunity to have an 'extended day' without having to be in a school program... still it costs families to send their kids, but some parents pay to have their kids looked after by someone before and after school anyway. This is just an alternative program. |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 28 Not sure if today is the last day... or tomorrow given that this is a leap year. So what song would be good for today....hmmmm. I am thinking another soundtrack from a movie. The Replacements. I am not a sports fan, but I love this movie. I love the characters and how they rally to step up. I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor. Is the song played when the guys have been jailed after getting into a bar fight with the members of the football team they are replacing. This is the first time they are able to come together as a team and work as a unit. And the full song: Lyrics: I Will Survive - Re-Recording (By Original Artist) Gloria Gaynor At first I was afraid, I was petrified Kept thinking I could never live without you by my side But then I spent so many nights thinking how you did me wrong And I grew strong And I learned how to get along And so you're back From outer space I just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face I should have changed that stupid lock, I should have made you leave your key If I'd known for just one second you'd be back to bother me Go on now, go, walk out the door Just turn around now 'Cause you're not welcome anymore Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye Do you think I'd crumble Did you think I'd lay down and die? Oh no, not I, I will survive Oh, as long as I know how to love, I know I'll stay alive I've got all my life to live… |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 27 I Had The Time Of My Life Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes. I love this song and the movie - Dirty Dancing. The video has just enough of the movie to remind me of all the good parts... and there were lots of good parts. Lyrics Now I've had the time of my life No, I never felt like this before Yes I swear it's the truth And I owe it all to you 'Cause I've had the time of my life And I owe it all to you I've been waiting for so long Now I've finally found someone to stand by me We saw the writing on the wall And we felt this magical fantasy Now with passion in our eyes There's no way we could disguise it secretly So we take each others hand 'Cause we seem to understand the urgency Just remember You're the one thing I can't get enough of So I'll tell you something This could be love Because I've had the time of my life No, I never felt this way before Yes I swear it's the truth And I owe it all to you Hey baby With my body and soul I want you more than you'll ever know So we'll just let it go Don't be afraid to lose control, no Yes, I know what's on your mind when you say "Stay with me tonight" (stay with me) And remember You're the one thing I can't get enough of So I'll tell you something This could be love Because I've had the time of my life No, I never felt this way before Yes I swear it's the truth And I owe it all to you 'Cause I've had the time of my life And I've searched through every open door (never felt this way) Till I found the truth And I owe it all to you Now I've had the time of my life No, I never felt this way before (never felt this way) Yes I swear it's the truth And I owe it all to you I've had the time of my life No, I never felt this way before (never felt this way) Yes I swear it's the truth And I owe it all to you 'Cause I've had the time of my life (I had time of my life) And I've searched through every open door (you do it to me, baby) Till I found the truth (you do it to me, baby) And I owe it all to you Songwriters: John De Nicola, Donald Markowitz, Frank Previte © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORLDSONG INC |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 26 Play That Funkie Music by Wild Cherry. I love singing this one. I think I was around 10 when it came out in 1976... don't think they played this at my grandparent's 50th Wedding Anniversary party.... but they probably did. I often find myself singing the chorus ... why I have no idea... but it may have something to do with 'Funkie'. And this singer's voice is weird. Lyrics: Hey do it now yeah hey Yeah There was a funky singer Playin' in a rock & Roll Band And never had no problems yeah Burnin' down one night stands And everything around me, yeah Got to stop to feelin' so low And I decided quickly, Yes I did disco down and check out the show Yeah they was Dancin' and singin' and movin' to the groovin' And just when it hit me somebody turned around and shouted Play that funky music white boy Play that funky music right Play that funky music white boy Lay down that boogie and play that funky music till you die Till you die, oh till you die Hey wait a minute Now first it wasn't easy Changin' Rock & Roll and minds And things were getting shaky I thought I'd have to leave it behind But now its so much better (it's so much better ) I'm funking out in every way But I'll never lose that feelin' (no I won't) Of how I learned my lesson that day When they were Dancin' and singin' and movin' to the groovin' And just when it hit me somebody turned around and shouted Play that funky music white boy Play that funky music right Play that funky music white boy Lay down that boogie and play that funky music till you die Till you die, oh till you die They shouted play that funky music Play that funky music Play that funky music Gotta keep on playin' funky music Play that funky music Songwriters: Robert W. Parissi |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 25 Superstition by Stevie Wonder This song is in the movie with Will Smith - iRobot. I have always found this song to be really cool, but seeing it in the movie really brought it home to me. Here's a tasty clip of that movie if you don't know it.... a very sexy Will Smith. It might be French, but it really doesn't matter for this bit. |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 24 Got To Give It Up by Marvin Gaye. This song is also in the movie Charlie's Angel's Full Throttle. I love the sultriness of this song. I had to look up who did it because I was not sure. Motown music. It is hard to make out the words so I included them below. I also added in the movie clip that I found with the song in it. Lyrics: I used to go out to parties And stand around 'Cause I was too nervous To really get down But my body yearned to be free I got up on the floor and found Someone to choose me No more standin' along the side walls Now I've got myself together, baby And I'm havin' a ball Long as you prove it There's always a chance Somebody watches Might wanna make romance Move your body, ooo baby, you dance all night To the groove and feel all right Everybody's groovin' on like a fool But if you see me, top down, let me in Baby just party high and low Let me step into your erotic zone Move it up Turn it 'round Ooo shake it down Owwww You can love me when you want to babe This is such a groovy party baby We're here face to face Everybody's swingin' This is such a groovy place All the young ladies are so fine! You're movin your body easy with no doubts I know what you thinkin' baby You wanna turn me out Think I'm gonna let you do it babe Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Keep on dancin' You got to get it Got to give it up Keep on dancin' Got to give it up Source: LyricFind Songwriters: Marvin Gaye Got To Give It Up lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC. |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 23 Billy Joel has always been a favourite. Last night I was watching Signed, Sealed and Delivered and they used one of his songs that I really like - And So It Goes. This song also speaks of silence... as self defence. My way of not saying too much. Big mistake or not, I own that. It is what it is. Lyrics: In every heart there is a room A sanctuary safe and strong To heal the wounds from lovers past Until a new one comes along I spoke to you in cautious tones You answered me with no pretense And still I feel I said too much My silence is my self defense And every time I've held a rose It seems I only felt the thorns And so it goes, and so it goes And so will you soon I suppose But if my silence made you leave Then that would be my worst mistake So I will share this room with you And you can have this heart to break And this is why my eyes are closed It's just as well for all I've seen And so it goes, and so it goes And you're the only one who knows So I would choose to be with you That's if the choice were mine to make But you can make decisions too And you can have this heart to break And so it goes, and so it goes And you're the only one who knows Songwriters: BILLY JOEL |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 22 Say Something - beautiful version with two sisters. I first heard this song when my marriage was falling apart. I have a hard time expressing myself in times of relationship stress... and it is often hard to Say Something or even vocalize my emotions. There is some guilt about that, but I also know that saying something may have only made things worst... but then maybe not. I did feel like I was losing myself. In not saying anything, I felt that I just let things go, but I also felt in my heart that there was no way that I could have met my ex's expectations in a way that he would have deemed appropriate, so I said nothing. There are things I miss about my marriage, but there are also conversations where I felt like LESS, that I don't miss. Alone I have become stronger.... at least I hope so. The original: Lyrics: Say Something A Great Big World Say something, I'm giving up on you I'll be the one, if you want me to Anywhere, I would've followed you Say something, I'm giving up on you And I am feeling so small It was over my head I know nothing at all And I will stumble and fall I'm still learning to love Just starting to crawl Say something, I'm giving up on you I'm sorry that I couldn't get to you Anywhere, I would've followed you Say something, I'm giving up on you And I will swallow my pride You're the one that I love And I'm saying goodbye… |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 21 Air Supply - One of the first records I got when I was 13 when I got my record player. I used to play the album every night before bed. I only had 2 albums and both of them were Australian bands. Air Supply and Men At Work. I still have a soft spot for these two bands. I'm All Out Of Love Lyrics: I am lying alone with my head on the phone Thinking of you till it hurts I know you're hurt too But what else can we do Tormented and torn apart I wish I could carry your smile in my heart For times when my life seems so low It would make me believe what tomorrow could bring When today doesn't really know, doesn't really know I'm all out of love, I'm so lost without you I know you were right, believing for so long I'm all out of love, what am I without you I can't be too late to say that I was so wrong I want you to come back and carry me home Away from this long lonely nights I'm reaching for you, are you feeling it too Does the feeling seem oh, so right And what would you say if I called on you now And said that I can't hold on? There's no easy way, it gets harder each day Please love me or I'll be gone, I'll be gone I'm all out of love, I'm so lost without you I know you were right, believing for so long I'm all out of love, what am I without you I can't be too late to say that I was so wrong Oh, what are you thinking of What are you thinking of What are you thinking of What are you thinking of I'm all out of love, I'm so lost without you I know you were right, believing for so long I'm all out of love, what am I without you I can't be too late to say that I was so wrong |
Soundtrack Of My Life February 20 Theme songs.... hmmm. I love the Rembrandt's song for the Friends' theme song. I'll Be There For You. I like this video because the characters are there and wrecking havoc. They are all so young in this video. I love the words to this song. Lyrics So no one told you life was gonna be this way Your job's a joke, you're broke Your love life's D.O.A It's like you're always stuck in second gear When it hasn't been your day, your week, your month Or even your year, but I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) You're still in bed at ten And work began at eight You've burned your breakfast, so far Things are going great Your mother warned you there'd be days like these But she didn't tell you when the world has brought You down to your knees and I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) No one could ever know me No one could ever see me Seems you're the only one who knows What it's like to be me Someone to face the day with Make it through all the rest with Someone I'll always laugh with Even at my worst, I'm best with you, yeah It's like you're always stuck in second gear When it hasn't been your day, your week, your month Or even your year I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) I'll be there for you I'll be there for you I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) |
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