This song came on my iPod the other day as I was taking my walk around the lake with my Chocolate lab, Tootsie Roll.
I was carried away by the beat and the passion in the singers voice. Even though I don’t understand many of the words, (vamos a bailar means ‘let’s dance’, but that’s about all I know) the song put a spring in my step, a kick in my knickers and a boogie in my bunda!!
Thanks to this song my daily walk took on a whole new flavor and Boy was it spicy!!
My friendly blog reader, what song do you like to play to get you moving?
I’d love to read it in the comments below!!
Have a wonderful week.
Later this week I’ll write the next step in the Build your Confidence series…Recognize enjoyment, Please!
Oh my heavens!! I just LOVE this song!! It always lifts my spirits and puts me into a good mood!
After my nasty headache last week, I needed a song to help remind me of how incredibly lucky I am. This song does the trick every single time!!
I was a big John Denver fan growing up, especially once I found out we shared the same birth date (February 3rd). His song “Sunshine ” will always hold a very special place in my heart. (Thanks for everything! I miss you John, xoxo)
It’s funny how this week’s post for the “Build your Confidence” series is going to be about promoting compassion and accountability. Right now, I really need to practice what I preach!
Because of my new work schedule, I’m going to have to adjust my posting schedule in order to make it fit better into my life.
Instead of Monday for the song of the week, I’ll be posting it on Wednesday.
For the Build your Confidence series or Inspirational word of the week , it’s going to be closer to Friday or Saturday.
by Whitney Houston is the Inspirational song of the week.
Of course, by now you’ve heard of Whitney Houston’s passing. As I grew up listening to her music in the 80’s, I always marvelled at her power and presence. You could tell she never held anything back! I still really admire that!
I’ve always loved Whitney’s version of this song. Of course, Dolly Parton wrote it and sang it beautifully too, but Whitney brought real strength and passion to it. Every time I hear it, I get the goose bumps.
She had such an incredible talent. It was heart-breaking to see her succumb to drug addiction.
Like a firework exploding in the night sky, she was brilliant and then she was gone.
Rest in Peace, Whitney Houston.
Pam
p.s. Instead of writing about the Inspirational word of the week, I’m considering writing about the Build your Confidence class. Tune in later this week for the first step…..
Again, I would LOVE to know what Light song you would suggest in the comments below!
I’ll be back later this week with the Inspirational word of the week!
Have a great week!
xoxo Pam
p.s. As an added bonus this week, I’ve been lucky enough to have Tina Robbins of Open Roads Coaching invite me to be a part of her self-love series. You can read my offering here http://openroadscoaching.com/how-becoming-a-mother-taught-me-to-love-myself.
“Somebody once asked could I spare some change for gas, “I need to get myself away from this place“.
I said “Yep, what a concept. I could use a little fuel myself and we could all use a little change.”
This song started playing in my head yesterday morning, when I got up at 5am to let my dog out. (Freakin’ Sunday morning, and the dog just doesn’t understand sleeping in! Aaaarrgh!) It’s been on pretty much constant loop since then.
I’ve loved Smash Mouth for years. In fact they helped me get thru my divorce back in 1993 (banging my head to Let’s Rock!!!). I’ve just never really thought of them as ‘inspirational’ but I guess inspiration shows up wherever you’re looking for it!
Today was the first day of my new job. There was a lot to do and I still have a tremendous amount to learn. It’s going to be a busy week, as I try to fit my new career into my already busy life.
But as the song says “Only shooting stars break the mold.”
I hope you’re having a wonderful week, my friendly blog reader.
I’ll be back later this week with the Inspirational word of the week…..Bonus.
Over the past week, I’ve been waking up in the morning with this song stuck in my head.
Well, not the whole song, just this part…
“You know you can’t please everyone, so you’ve got to please yourself.”
It’s a wonderful reminder as well as a very catchy tune.
As I was looking up the video on YouTube, I came across this one that tells the story behind the song. Take a moment and watch the video.
Cool, huh?!
I’m always interested in hearing how other people handle their trials and tribulations. I’m especially inspired to see them turn their pain into art. To take their personal tragedy and create a masterpiece!
There’s a miracle in that!
I hope you enjoy this song, my friendly blog reader.
Do you have one that reminds you of the choice to make the best of a bad situation?
I’d love to see it in the comments below!
Have a great week and I’ll be back later with the Inspirational word of the week.
My darling husband and I actually went out this past Saturday!! Yeah for Date night!!
We went to the Irish Tavern in Waterford, MI to watch our friend’s band play. It was great to see his face light up when he saw us watching from the back of the bar!
The band played some really good, rocking music, including this wonderful number. It was fantastic to feel the pulse of the music along with the groove of all the people.
This song especially just ROCKED!! As I looked it up this morning, I noticed it was written by ’Motown Hero’ Stevie Wonder! Detroit’s pride and joy! And today kicks off of the North American International Auto Show. It’s nice to see the Spirit of Detroit still moving people.
“Gonna keep on tryin’ til I reach the highest ground”
I hope the driving beat of this song helps to kick your week off into high gear!! (get it? Motown, Detroit, Motor City, Auto Show)
Have a wonderful day and I’ll be back later this week with the Inspirational word of the week.
I’ve been trying to think of a song for you, my friendly blog reader.
However, the only thing I can think of…… is….. silence.
I’ve been enjoying the quiet in the house since the end of Christmas vacation.
It’s given me a chance to contemplate where I am and what I’m planning on creating in the upcoming months.
And most importantly, it’s allowed me some time to rest my mind and clear a path for the Divine.
When there’s too much noise and distractions, I start to feel like I’m running behind, worried that I won’t be able to finish everything that needs to be done. Then I do get distracted and end up forgetting something and that sets me back even more. It’s a vicious cycle!!
Silence gives me a chance to sort out what’s really important while letting go of what’s not.
It seems quiet is becoming much more difficult to find these days, with televisions springing up everywhere you turn.
But, that’s all the more reason I really and truly appreciate the sound of silence.
I hope you find what you’re looking for this week, my friendly blog reader.
I’ll be back later this week with the Inspirational word of the week…….Benefit.
Today is Monday, which means it’s time for the Inspirational song of the week……
Here’s an oldie but a goodie!
After celebrating with my family and friends over the past week, most especially on New Year’s Eve, I’m writing this post to reflect on all of the smiles and laughter we’ve shared over the past few days. I want remember the spirit of friendship and comraderie and let it soak into my memory. I want to use the energy of all that fun to fill up my soul.
That’s what celebrations are for. At least for me, anyway.
How about you, my friendly blog reader?
Did you enjoy your holiday celebrations?
I sincerely hope you did!
I hope you have a great week and I’ll be back later with the Inspirational word of the week…Appreciate!
Today is Monday which means it’s time for the Inspirational song of the week.
This picture was taken the night of our ninth wedding anniversary. We had just moved to Brasil the month before and were still in the process of getting settled in. That night we had some friends watch Garrett so we could drive into nearby Sorocaba for dinner and a movie. We figured we’d find some place nice to eat on the way to the movie. I don’t exactly remember why we ended up eating in the mall, but I do remember being frustrated and crabby because I had to settle for a lousy cheeseburger at the food court for dinner. (I’m saying it’s lousy because compared to American burgers, it was.)
Although I was feeling cranky, I was trying very hard not to take it out on my darling husband Blake. I think I was just coming down from all of the excitment of moving and still struggling to switch gears. (Kind of like Christmas, moving out of the country takes a lot of time and planning).
As we sat there eating, I heard this song come on over the speakers in the food court.
“You’ve made me so very happy. I’m so glad you came into my life.”
Something clicked. Instead of wallowing in my discomfort, I suddenly realized how incredibly lucky I was to be married to this wonderful man.
It was like a fog lifted and I physically (and mentally) felt better.
I could actually feel how very lucky I was to be with my man.
Never mind the lousy cheeseburgers. I was still happily married and that’s what really mattered to both of us.
This picture was taken about 20 minutes later.
Whatever you’re going through on this day after Christmas, I hope you can take a moment to appreciate the loving people in your life. Give them a hug and tell them how lucky you feel to have them in your life. It’ll make you both happy!
Have a wonderful day and I’ll be back later this week with the Inspirational word of the week… Appreciate.
xoxo Pam
p.s. Thank you for reading along, my friendly blog reader! I truly appreciate knowing you’re there!! xoxoxo
