Winter's Songs

Tanis had to run to the school to do an assessment type thing for band. Each band member had a time that they had to go play. I didn't realize it at the time, but he didn't even play for his band teacher. He was playing for strangers, who I think were actually college students.

He did a great job though and really overcame his nerves quite well. I was super proud of him.

The next night we found ourselves at the Jr. High for a world celebration. The school had different performers and activities that showcased life and languages in other countries. Shaylyn has been taking Chinese the past couple years and her teacher, this year, asked a few kids to sing, I'll Make A Man Out Of You from Disney's Mulan. 

If you watch the extra features, you'll see that Jackie Chan sings this song in Chinese and does some of his famous moves as well. The Chinese teacher decided to do both. So Shaylyn was selected to help sing the song and even got to do the quick line that Mulan sings in that song. It was fun and she was so excited. We were happy to be there to see it.

What Happens Next...

Let's Get Back To The Music

So the other day I was going through my computer bookmarks. I have way too many, still do. And I ran across a bookmark of the music shuffle game. This particular music shuffle game has tons of ideas, so I decided it was time to play again and so while I go about my various activities for the next little bit, I shall be playing...

I'm only skipping Christmas songs and religious songs...

Here's some random questions to go with this music shuffle...

YOUR FRIENDS THINK YOUR THEME IS: BEAUTIFUL BOY - JOHN LENNON
--- I haven't been a tomboy for years...but maybe way back in the day...Hahaha... Or maybe it's just cause I have 4 boys... ---

YOUR FAMILY THINKS YOUR THEME IS: THIS WOMAN NEEDS - SHEDAISY
--- I'm really not that needy, I promise. ---

YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER THINKS YOUR THEME IS: I'LL MAKE A MAN OUT OF YOU - DONNY OSMOND (MULAN SOUNDTRACK)
--- Now, that's just funny. Hahaha. ---

WHAT REMINDS YOUR ENEMY OF YOU: MOVIN' OUT (ANTHONY'S SONG)  - BILLY JOEL

WHAT SONGS MAKES YOU SAD: DON'T TURN AROUND - ACE OF BASE
--- I guess in some ways it does... ---

MAKES YOU HAPPY: ONE STEP UP - KENNY CHESNEY

MAKES YOU MAD: ALCOHOL - BRAD PAISLEY
--- I guess if it you take it at face value, then yes, yes it does ---

GIVES YOU ENERGY: LENINGRAD - BILLY JOEL

MAKES YOU TIRED: LET THEM BE LITTLE - LONESTAR
--- It is kinda lullaby like ---

YOU LOVE TO HATE: MOTOWNPHILLY - BOYZ II MEN
--- Ah, something that's actually quite accurate. Not even sure why I have it on my computer. ---

YOU HATE TO LOVE: ALL I'VE EVER WANTED - MARIAH CAREY
--- This was true years ago... ---

MAKES YOU THINK: INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN - CARRIE UNDERWOOD

MAKES YOU WONDER: HOLES IN THE FLOOR OF HEAVEN  - STEVE WARINER
--- Another appropriate selection ---

WHAT SONG INSPIRES YOU: WHEN WILL MY LIFE BEGIN (REPRISE 2) - MANDY MOORE (TANGLED SOUNDTRACK)
---I guess it could ---

MOTIVATES YOU: CALL ME MAYBE - GLEE CAST
--- It is a pretty upbeat song ---

MAKES YOU FEEL INVINCIBLE: STRONGER - GLEE CAST

Even more random...

WHEN YOU TRIP: BRING ME TO LIFE - EVANESSENCE

WHEN YOU FALL: BYE BYE BYE - *NYSNC
--- Couldn't get any funnier. LOL!!! ---

WHEN YOU'RE TRYING TO LOOK COOL: GO THE DISTANCE - HERCULES SOUNDTRACK

WHEN YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT'S GOING ON: RAG DOLL - FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS

WHEN YOU CAN'T FIGURE SOMETHING OUT: OUR HOUSE 

WHEN YOU'RE DANCING AROUND THE HOUSE CAUSE YOU'RE HOME ALONE: BREATHLESS - THE CORRS

WHEN YOU SING IN THE SHOWER: YOUR BABY NEVER LOOKED GOOD IN BLUE - EXPOSE

WHEN YOU'RE GETTING DRESSED: I ALWAYS LIKED THAT BEST - CYNDI THOMSON

WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT LIFE: YOU DIDN'T LOOK AROUND - LESLEY GORE

WHAT ACTUALLY SUMS UP YOUR LIFE: WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF - HILARY DUFF
--- I can get on board with that. ---

HOW PEOPLE WILL REMEMBER YOU: HERE'S MY HELLO  - BLAKE LEWIS

HOW YOU WANT PEOPLE TO REMEMBER YOU: I'M STILL STANDING - GLEE CAST

THE BEST SONG OUT THERE: I'M ON MY WAY - THE PROCLAIMERS
--- It's a good song, but I wouldn't go as far as saying it's the best. ---

THE WORST SONG OUT THERE: HOLDIN' ON TO YOU - BRAD PAISLEY
--- No, nope. I can think of worse songs - lots of them. ---

WORST SONG BY THE BEST ARTIST: WHERE DO YOU GO - NO MERCY
--- This should perhaps have been played for the next topic, eh? ---

BEST SONG BY THE WORST ARTIST: CONTAGIOUS - AVRIL LAVIGNE

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Music Shuffle x3 (I think)

I know, I know - I've neglected the 57 Day Photo Challenge for a week now.... I haven't given up. Let's just say that life really likes to keep me on my toes or in my case - laid up in bed. UGH! I will post more about that adventure in the future...

So because I'm bored and I want something to do, and I'm resisting the urge to go back to the couch or the bed, I decided to do another Music Shuffle whilst I do some digi-scrapping. And I like to make things interesting so I've found quite a lot of fun questions this shuffle will answer. YAY!!!

SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR LIFE

OPENING CREDITS: Mother Knows Best - Tangled Soundtrack
- Guess it kind of fits...

YOUR MOM FINDS OUT SHE'S PREGNANT WITH YOU: You Look Good In My Shirt - Keith Urban

SLIDESHOW OF HER PREGNANCY: Kryptonite - 3 Doors Down

WHILE SHE'S DELIVERING YOU: It's Over - Matthew Morrison
- Well, if you don't take the lyrics literally it makes sense.

YOUR FIRST BIRTHDAY: Complicated - Avril Lavigne

YOU GROWING UP: I Can Do Better - Avril Lavigne
- Hahaha. Anything you can do I can do better!

YOUR FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Hello - Lionel Richie

MEETING YOUR FIRST FRIEND: Stronger Than I Am - Lee Ann Womack

YOUR FIRST DAY OF MIDDLE SCHOOL: What Do I Do Now - SHeDAISY

MEETING YOUR FIRST CRUSH: A Boy Can Dream - Matthew Morrison
- I suppose if the 'movie' concentrated on the the crush - the song would work.

YOUR FIRST KISS: Can't Stay Away From You - Gloria Estefan
- Oh this just makes me laugh.

FIGHTING WITH YOUR PARENTS: Love Is A Battlefield - Brooke White
- Eerily perfect for this topic.

FIGHTING WITH YOUR FRIENDS: Because Of You - Kelly Clarkson
- Again, eerily perfect.

BREAKING UP: Where Is Your Heart - Kelly Clarkson
- Wow, 3 for 3...Let's see if it keeps up.

YOUR FIRST DAY OF HIGH SCHOOL: Imagine - John Lennon

YOUR SWEET SIXTEEN: I Ran (So Far Away) - A Flock of Seagulls

YOUR EIGHTEENTH BIRTHDAY: Independence Day - Martina McBride

YOUR GRADUATION CEREMONY: Uptight (Everything's Alright) - Stevie Wonder

YOUR FIRST DAY OF COLLEGE: Serenade - Jim Brickman

YOUR FIRST COLLEGE PARTY: Addicted - Kelly Clarkson

MEETING YOUR TRUE LOVE: Start Me Up/Livin' On A Prayer - Glee Cast

GETTING MARRIED: I Thought You Knew - Keith Urban
- Wow, what a way to start out a marriage...

FINDING OUT YOU'RE PREGNANT: What About Now - Daughtry
- Very interesting...

HAVING YOUR FIRST CHILD: Faster Car - Keith Urban
- Hehehehe...

GETTING OLD: What Dreams Are Made Of - Lizzie McGuire Soundtrack
- Perfect fit!

YOUR SPOUSE GETS SICK: From A Distance - Bette Midler

THEY DIE: If You See Him, If You See Her - Reba McEntire
- On some levels this song works, on others - not so much.

AT THEIR FUNERAL: Dreaming My Dreams - The Cranberries

YOU END UP IN THE HOSPITAL: We Are Young - Glee Cast

YOUR DEATH: Sweet Caroline - Glee Cast

YOUR FUNERAL: Gunning Down Romance - Savage Garden

PEOPLE'S THEMES

MINE: The Winner Takes It All - Meryl Streep
- Actually the lyrics are pretty appropriate for my life.

YOUR BEST FRIEND: Last Kiss - Pearl Jam

YOUR FIRST CRUSH: I'm Still Standing - Glee Cast

YOUR MOM: You Won - Keith Urban

YOUR DAD: Happy Together - Donny Osmond
- That's funny cause that song is pretty much my mom and dad's 'song'...

YOUR SIBLINGS: Mary, Mary - The Monkees

YOUR WORST ENEMY: My World - Avril Lavigne

YOUR SIGNIFIGANT OTHER: I Wanna Be Sedated - The Ramones

YOUR FIRST CHILD: Won't Let You Down - Keith Urban

YOUR FIRST GRANDCHILD: Thnks Fr Th Mmrs - Fall Out Boy

What Happens Next...

57 Day Photo Challenge: Day 13 - August 29

DAY 13: A PICTURE OF YOUR FAVORITE BAND OR ARTIST

This question is always hard for me because I don't really have a favorite. Like the band that you absolutely have to have every album they've ever made and what not.

So, I'm just going to go for who I'm really liking right at this moment:

Glee...I'm addicted. Don't quite know why...

Adele's songs are so full of emotion and I feel like they are songs that I could've written.

I admire Reba so much. She's got a great voice and is a great comedienne. It's hard to stay in the music business year after year, but she's managed to do so...

What Happens Next...

Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 32

And I've reached the end! Yay!!!!
Even though this was a fun game, it was way too time consuming...I'm glad it's over, as the rest of you probably are too... And guess what? I'm making it short and sweet...

~ 2010 ~


1. Need You Now - Lady Antebellum
Sappy love song. I love it. Plus, minus the whole being drunk part - there was a time I needed Eric at an odd hour...It makes me think of him... Awww.



2. Whataya Want From Me - Adam Lambert
Okay, so one of the last seasons I watched of American Idol - Adam was on. I actually liked his voice, but thought he was always flamboyant. I'm still glad he's gone as far as he has and I love this song. Another song I could've written!



3. Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars
At first I was upset that someone would DARE to use the same title as Billy Joel and it was OUR song they used....I've repented. I really like this song and I wish (listen up, Eric) someone would say they like me even with all my flaws...(hint,hint)



Honorable Mention #1. Hey, Soul Sister - Train
Don't really have a reason for liking this song. I just do. Tanis does as well. I pass wonderful things off to my children. ;)



Honorable Mention #2. Bad Romance  - Lady Gaga
Okay, no real reason for liking this song....I'm odd, I guess.



Honorable Mention #3. Cooler Than Me - Mike Posner
Some people...No one's cooler than me. ;) HAHAHA
So this is the first time I've watched this video and this guy reminds me of my bro-in-law with his sunglasses on...
Really starts at around 1:00



Honorable Mention #4. Only Girl - Rihanna
Are you listening Eric???? Pay attention!
Just saying what I want.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 31

This is quite possibly the heaviest hitting year...I don't know for sure. I'm too lazy to look.

~ 2009 ~


1. Please Don't Leave Me - P!nk
So many lyrics in this song appeal to me. I can be a very mean fighter (Eric will fully vouch for me on that one), yet I feel bad after I say what I say and I really don't know why I even do it.



2. Gotta Be Somebody - Nickelback
Growing up I was convinced I'd never date and therefore never get married. I always wished for a movie romance, but figured it'd never happen. Thankfully my life turned out much differently, but I remember having these feelings and my heart breaks when I hear this song because I think of my wonderful big sister who wants this life as well, but hasn't been blessed to have it.
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3. White Horse - Taylor Swift
Besides the fact that I love horses and a white horse would be AWESOME, this song isn't that cut and dry. I told you I have a mean streak in me and sometimes it is too late to change the past and some of us are able to move on even when it hurts.



4. I Do Not Hook Up - Kelly Clarkson
A song I wish more girls would take to heart...



5. You Belong With Me  - Taylor Swift
Okay, so let's say this song is sorta the way my relationship started with Eric. He was kinda/sorta dating his next door neighbor and then when he fell for me (Yes, he totally FELL) he never broke it off with the other girl and she was certainly quite opposite of me.



Honorable Mention #1. Just Dance - Lady Gaga
I've always wanted to be a dancer, but I'm afraid that's not where my talents lay. But I like the point of the song that no matter what's going on, just dance and you can forget about life for awhile.



Honorable Mention #2. Poker Face - Lady Gaga
So it may look like I'm a huge fan of Lady Gaga...Not so. I just happen to like some of her songs and I think she has talent as far as lyrics go. Which is why I like this song.



Honorable Mention #3. I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho) - Pitbull
I have Dance Central to thank for this one. I also think I enjoy song with a latin flair more than I thought I did. This song is just fun. I like it.



Honorable Mention #4. My Life Would Suck Without You - Kelly Clarkson
I mean this in all seriousness - every one of you that is reading this, this song is dedicated to you! Take the lyrics as they are and that's what you mean to me. Especially if you're still looking at this post!



Honorable Mention #5. Paparazzi  - Lady Gaga
It took a few listens before I found out this was a Lady Gaga song. I like it, so sue me. (Song really starts at about 2:30)



Honorable Mention #6. The Climb - Miley Cyrus
Somehow this song was taken from my head. There are so many things I'd like to try but because I'm scared of failure, I don't do it. One of these days I'll learn that the important part of it was that I tried...

What Happens Next...

Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 30

So, this year I must've been crazy into music cause this is a LOOOONG list...

~2008~

1. Better In Time - Leona Lewis
With enough time any pain can heal. Love the piano in this and the lyrics.

2. So What - P!nk
On the outside everything is totally fine, but when you get inside, you'll know it's not really.

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3. Leavin' - Jesse McCartney
This is so bad that I like this song. He's totally telling the girl to leave her current flame. Oh well, I can still like a song w/o liking the message, right???

4. See You Again - Miley Cyrus
For the record, I'm not a huge fan of Miley, but she's made some good songs. I like this one because as an awkward teenager I felt this way many times.

5. Viva La Vida - Coldplay
I love, love, love all that's going on with this song. It got me from the first listen.

Honorable Mention #1. Bleeding Love -Leona Lewis
Lyrics, again. Plus I like the melody.

Honorable Mention #2. Damaged - Danity Kane
So this is a song I just found on my computer one day thanks to my little sister. It's actually a pretty good song and one I can relate with. That guy, B from 9th grade really, really, really hurt me bad. Thankfully, T came around and taught me that not every guy is a complete and total jerk!

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Honorable Mention #3. Hot N Cold - Katy Perry
Lyrics are a big one for me with this one. And I'm gonna be in trouble, but this song reminds me of Eric on his bad days. I still love you, I PROMISE!!!

Honorable Mention #4. Love Story - Taylor Swift
Another song totally reminiscent of how Eric and I were in High School. It's funny to think about it now.

Honorable Mention #5. 7 Things - Miley Cyrus
Break-ups suck. And sadly there are still things you'll miss about the ex...Life is sad that way.

Honorable Mention #6. Teardrops On My Guitar - Taylor Swift
So, um - yeah. In High School (before Eric) I met this guy, C. C and I became really good friends and I could talk with him about anything. I developed a bit of a crush for awhile, but he was crazy in love with his current wife J. It was hard, but I eventually got over the crush and C became one of my very best friends and I could talk with him about ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 29

~2007~

1. Who Knew - P!nk
This song makes me think of the friends I've lost throughout the years as well as my Grandpa & Grandma. You just never know when life will take an unexpected turn.

2. Keep Holding On - Avril Lavigne
Another song of good advice. Find it kind of funny it came from her though.

3. Don't Matter - Akon
Another song that so eerily reminds me of the relationship Eric and I had in High School and all the people who were 'against' us. But as the song says, it didn't matter!

Honorable Mention #1. What I've Done - Linkin Park
A cool, haunting melody along with great lyrics.

Honorable Mention #2. Girlfriend - Avril Lavigne
A fun song and one that I relate to on some level. I told you I have a bit of a mean streak in me.

Honorable Mention #3. Before He Cheats - Carrie Underwood
Hahaha. Love that she gets back at the loser by ruining his car. Take note, Eric. ;0)

Honorable Mention #4. Big Girls Don't Cry - Fergie
Eric HATES this song. Me I like it. We've pretty much agreed to disagree with this song. I think part of why I like this song is because it's 'easy' for me to sing. I also like the lyrics.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 28

~2006~

1. Everytime We Touch - Cascada
Just a fun upbeat song that ALWAYS makes me think of Eric. I'm a bit sappy, I know.

2. Jesus, Take The Wheel - Carrie Underwood
There are so many times in my life when I have felt this way. I was just 'done'. I needed the help of my Heavenly Father to get me through.

3. Savin' Me - Nickelback
I just can't get away from Nickelback. They are one of Eric's fave bands, so we hear a lot of them in this house. This song really makes you think. Love it!

Honorable Mention #1. Hips Don't Lie - Shakira
Another song that got me because of the beat.

Honorable Mention #2. Because Of You - Kelly Clarkson
This song makes me sad when I really think about what it's saying. But it's because of how heartfelt and true this song is that makes me like it.

Honorable Mention #3. How To Save A Life - The Fray
Lyrics got me for this one. Totally had to stop watching this video today...So you know.

Honorable Mention #4. Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
Another fun song. See, I know how to have fun sometimes too!

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 27

~2005~

1. Cool - Gwen Stefani

So this pretty much describes the relationship I ended up having with my ex-boyfriend, T. Immediately after the break-up and for a good year or so after our relationship was strained to say the least. Poor Eric had a class with the guy and Eric said T was always staring him down.
We eventually made amends and have since been able to be friends again.

2. Photograph - Nickelback
The hold Eric has over me...I don't know what to say. This song plays on all the facets of remembering childhood and looking back at photos. If you know me AT ALL you know that pictures are kind of 'my thing' and we don't really have a blank wall anywhere in the home.

3. Behind These Hazel Eyes - Kelly Clarkson
Another song I just relate to and not just for the fact that I have hazel eyes. It's more the fact that I tend to hide what's really going on inside.

4. Don't Cha - Pussycat Dolls
What can I say? Sometimes I wished I could be the type of girl that other men would want, even if I was already taken....BUT I am so glad I'm not really and I haven't had to have that experience....

5. Lonely No More - Rob Thomas
I'm a huge believer in actions speaking louder than words!!!

Honorable Mention #1. Feel Good, Inc - The Gorillaz
This song just makes me feel good. Liked it from the first listen - still like it. Although I do realize there's some not so nice words in it.

Honorable Mention #2. Lonely - Akon
I like that Akon took an old song and helped make it more up to date. Mr. Lonely was I song I heard because of my Mom and I always liked it - so I really enjoyed it when Akon took it and used it for part of his song.

Honorable Mention #3. Since U Been Gone - Kelly Clarkson
I have a bit of a mean, rebellious side. It's true.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 26

~2004~

1. Someday - Nickelback
Sometimes I'm glad Eric got me listening to these guys. This is one of the reasons I'm glad. Such a good song about forgetting the past. Warning: sad video - have tissues ready!

2. I Go Back - Kenny Chesney
For a few years I listened to country pretty heavily. That has since died down, but I still like these songs. I tend to enjoy songs that talk about the past, this is one such song.

3. The Reason - Hoobastank
Everyone needs to find that certain reason for living.

4. My Immortal - Evanescence
Another wonderful haunting melody. I also love the lyrics in this song and it usually makes me cry.

5. This Love - Maroon 5
Another group I have Eric to thank for getting me into. One of the 1st songs I heard from these guys and it's just always stuck with me.

Honorable Mention #1. 100 Years - Five For Fighting
Life goes by way too fast, as this song portrays...

Honorable Mention #2. Live Like You Were Dying - Tim McGraw
Another country song. I love the advice in this song because you never really know when your time on this earth is gonna be up.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 25

~2003~

1. My Front Porch Looking In - Lonestar
I don't think there's a parent alive that can't relate to this song in some way. There are times I just sit back and watch what's going on in my house and I am literally so very happy I could burst!



2. Bring Me To Life - Evanescence
Something about the haunting melody pulled me into this song. I still like it and it has since become one of Shaylyn's favorites. The things we do to our children. ;)

3. If You're Not The One - Daniel Bedingfield
Eric would kill me if I didn't include this song. When it came out he kept telling me that he always thought of me when it came on.

4. No Shoes, No Shirts, No Problems - Kenny Chesney
Kenny's back. Was there any doubt? This song just makes me happy and a little bit frustrated that I'm not on some tropical island relaxing my life away!

5. What Was I Thinkin' - Dierks Bentley
Another song that's good for a laugh. The video's pretty good too...Typical male hormones.

Honorable Mention #1. 19' Something - Mark Wills
Go back and try to remember your childhood and the big things that happened. That's what this song is all about.

Honorable Mention #2. Unwell - Matchbox 20

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Honorable Mention #3. The Remedy (I Won't Worry) - Jason Mraz

Honorable Mention #4. The Game Of Love - Michelle Branch ft. Santana
It's the hopeless romantic coming out again.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 24

~2002~

1. The Middle - Jimmy Eat World
Another song I relate with. Also full of good advice. (The video is objectionable - but at the end there is a good point to it all...)

2. In The End - Linkin Park
A genre I don't normally listen to, but this song is somewhat deep. Just recently became aware of this song again and because of what's going on it means that much more.

3. How You Remind Me - Nickelback
My husband is mean. He makes me listen to things like this and then I end up liking it. It's all his fault, blame him!

4. My List - Toby Keith
How often do we let things on 'our list' get taken care of before we take care of the people around us that need us most? Told you I'm a country girl at heart...

5. Whenever, Wherever - Shakira
Another song with an ethnic flair that I normally wouldn't like, but for whatever reason I like this song.

Honorable Mention #1. Dilemma - Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland
Another genre that I don't normally care for, but when I heard this song I really liked it. I know there's not a whole lot lyrically to it, but I still like it.



Honorable Mention #2. Gotta Get Thru This - Daniel Bedingfield



Honorable Mention #3. Can't Fight The Moonlight - LeAnn Rimes

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 23

Nope, the world didn't end. Sorry... :(

~2001~

1. Who I Am - Jessica Andrews
I just really understood this song and it pretty much described my life. For a bit more detail you can revisit this post.

2. I'm Already There - Lonestar
I'm a sucker for parents talking about their kids and I'm lucky that I have a hubby who says things like this to me on those hard days!

3. Austin - Blake Shelton
I love the fact that this romance lasts so long and that he NEVER gives up hope.
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4. Love Don't Cost A Thing - Jennifer Lopez

5. One More Day - Diamond Rio
Just what would you do with one more day? There plenty I can think of!!!

Honorable Mention #1. Don't Happen Twice - Kenny Chesney
Did I mention that I ♥ this man's voice? Well besides that I just like the song. And there's just some things that only happen once!

Honorable Mention #2. You Shouldn't Kiss Me Like This - Toby Keith
I've had experiences where a kiss was just a kiss, but left you wondering what it really meant. I've also had kisses where it meant so much more. I totally 'get' this song!

Honorable Mention #3. Irresistible - Jessica Simpson

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 22

The world's gonna end!!! AHHHH!!!

~2000~

1. With Arms Wide Open - Creed
I was pregnant with Tanis when this song came out. It pretty much ended up being the theme song of my life for those 8 months. (He was born a month early) Can't hear this song without thinking of my sweet little boy!

2. I Hope You Dance - LeeAnn Womack
I liked this song when it first came out and then after I had a daughter it meant so much more to me. I was a sap for a few years, I admit it.

3. Smooth - Santana Ft. Rob Thomas
Love the music in this song. I liked it from the first listen.

Honorable Mention #1. How Do You Like Me Now - Toby Keith
Toby Keith is one of those artists that tells it like it is. I almost like him JUST for that. This song is such a stick-it-to-em kind of songs. He pretty much tells off his high school dream girl. Love it!

Honorable Mention #2. Yes! - Chad Brock
Hopeless romantic coming out again. I like the picture this song paints. Makes me giddy.

Honorable Mention #3. The Way You Love Me - Faith Hill
I really liked Faith when I started listening to country music. This is one of those songs I think I'll always remember.
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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 21

This year had quite a few that I liked, so we have a top 5 with a few honorable mentions this go around! I have to keep things changing....

~1999~

1. How Forever Feels - Kenny Chesney
This is just such a fun song. I enjoy it every time I hear it. I like how he compares his life with what other people have done. And truth be told, I ♥ this man's voice. Ahhh!!!

2. Last Kiss - Pearl Jam
Truthfully, I only discovered Pearl Jam's version of this song within the past few years. I loved the original that was done in about the 60's and I love Pearl Jam's version as well. They almost sing it with more emotion than the original artist.
This is another depressing song and Eric always asks why I like it so much...Never know how to answer besides, "I just do."

3. That Don't Impress Me Much - Shania Twain
I liked this song because I feel the same way. I liked the guys who were themselves and didn't try to impress me with things they owned, talents they had, places they'd been, etc.

4. Mambo No. 5 - Lou Bega
This song is so bad as far as what it is talking about, but I still like the song. I think it's probably for the beat.

5. Write This Down - George Strait
Somedays I think I need to write down what Eric says to me so that in my emotional states I don't forget it....It would probably help. ;)

Honorable Mention #1. When You Believe - Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey
Joseph of Old is one of my favorite bible prophets. I've enjoyed the stories about him and the entertainment that has been made of that story. When Dreamworks (?) came out with their version of the story - it was an instant hit in my mind. This song was from that movie.

Honorable Mention #2. I Need To Know - Marc Anthony

Honorable Mention #3. Save Tonight - Eagle-Eye Cherry
Just one of those songs that has always stuck with me.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 20

~1998~

1. Gettin' Jiggy Wit It - Will Smith
How can you be a kid of the early 90's and not like Will Smith? I just love this song. It makes me laugh and dance! LOL!

2. You're Still The One - Shania Twain
The hopeless romantic lives again. This song really describes the relationship Eric and I have. We had a lot of friends (and a few of our parents) that thought we'd divorce within a year IF we even made it to the altar! Here we are 13 years later and still going strong.

3. Crush - Jennifer Paige
Hehehe. Totally teen love. Love the beat in this song.

Honorable Mention #1. This Kiss - Faith Hill
This video is totally silly, but I love this song. This was about the time I really started listening to country music and this was one of the first songs I remember.
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Honorable Mention #2. The Boy Is Mine - Brandy & Monica
There was a time (or two) that I could've very well had this conversation during my High School years. In fact I had a similar one in High School - it just made me laugh. I guess I'm mean.

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 19

~1997~

1. Go The Distance - Michael Bolton
I loved the Disney movie, Hercules. I also loved this song. It's another song to buoy you up and give you confidence on those hard days.

2. The Freshman - Verve Pipe
Depressing song, means I like it....That's all I've got to say.

3. Tubthumping - Chumbawamba
I'm aware this song is all about drinking. When it came out I wasn't. I was naive. I just really like the beat in this song and the chorus get stuck in your head.

Honorable Mention #1. I Finally Found Someone - Barbra Striesand and Bryan Adams
This song was from the movie The Mirror Has Two Faces. While the movie wasn't GREAT, I did enjoy it. This was also around the time I started dating Eric and so this song spoke volumes to me.

Honorable Mention #2. Barely Breathing - Duncan Sheik
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Honorable Mention #3. Semi-Charmed Life - Third Eye Blind

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 18

~1996~

#1. It's All Coming Back To Me Now - Celine Dion
Strange how the past can haunt you, especially after trauma...



#2. Because You Loved Me - Celine Dion
Okay, so I guess I really liked Celine during my teen years...
There are a few people I think of when I hear this song. My parents, My Maternal Grandma, My 1st real boyfriend, T and my terrific husband!!!



#3. Just A Girl - No Doubt
It's hard living in a world run by men sometimes. And it's hard dealing with all the hypocrisy when it comes to things boys can do, but women get looked down on for doing.

Honorable Mention #1. Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
I so felt this way after a few break-ups. Even when I caused the break-up.

Honorable Mention #2. Beautiful Life - Ace of Base
Well, it is. This song is just one of those good advice songs that I should listen to daily...



Can't Forget Macarena by Los Del Rio
At the time I kinda liked this song, now I pretty much hate it. During PLT (Peer Leadership Team) my Junior year in High School this was our 'farewell' song anytime we went and talked at the elementary schools. I learned to despise this song by the end of the year. But I couldn't leave it out...



And because it's so funny, here's the Chipettes version! ;)

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Favorite Song Of The Year: Day 17

~1995~

1. Take A Bow - Madonna
This song spoke to the actress in me. And like I've said many times before, break-up songs seem to be what I like best.
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2. I'll Stand By You - The Pretenders
This song reminds me of my older brother, Corby. He was one of my best friends growing up and there were times his life wasn't so easy.



3. No More I Love Yous - Annie Lennox
I've said a few times I need my head examined because these are the types of songs that I like best...Hmmm...
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Honorable Mention #1. Turn The Beat Around - Gloria Estefan
Gloria was one of those artists I enjoyed at a young age. This song's beat is another one that just catches you and reels you in.
(The song I really like starts at about 1:57)

Honorable Mention #2. As I Lay Me Down - Sophie B. Hawkins
I really was a hopeless romantic in my early teen years...Ah well. Guess in some ways I'm still a hopeless romantic!

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