california (cast iron soul) || jamestown revival

Happy end-of-semester, homies!!

hallelujah || leonard cohen {remake}

This is the reason that Christmas exists. This is the advent season; the season of preparation for the coming of Christ, God in human form. All Deity of God, but within the realm of the human world.

Hallelujah.

left hand free || alt-j

In [late] honor of their new album completely coming to Spotify, I give you alt-j at their newest.

This album is all I've been listening to this week.

the fall and the need to be free || river city extension

today's song of the day

This is a good song for the month of October.

Love it.

Happy October peeps!

black out days || phantogram

This is the song that started off my school year.

And I can't get it out of my head.

Enjoy!

water fountain || tune-yards

It's sooo hot here... What a fitting song for today: there's no water in the water fountain...

It is 93° at the moment and is expected to reach 96° at the hottest point today.  A heat index of 101°.

Well, crap.

Stay hydrated South babes!

sunset in july || 311

I have wanted to post this song on the last day of July every since since 2011 when it came out.  Now I get to.  The last sunset in July for me was spent on our new front porch as we opened the doors to our new house for the first time on our own.  Although there wasn't much of a sunset with all the rain and clouds, July has been such a whirlwind month with many beautiful days ending in warm sunsets. I am already reminiscing.

fix my eyes || for king and country

"Hit rewind, click delete. Stand face to face with the younger me; all of the mistakes, all of the heartbreak - here's what I'd do differently: I'd love like I'm not scared, give when it's not fair, live life for another, take time for a brother, fight for the weak ones, speak out for freedom, find faith in the battle, stand tall and above it all fix my eyes on You!"

Isaiah 1:17 | Psalm 82:3 | Isaiah 12:2 | Psalm 121

This is my reminder to me and to you today.

play it right || sylvan esso

today's song of the day

listening to this band until my ears fall off - so good.

They play it right.

she is the one || kopecky family band

today's song of the day

This is just the song that started off my morning.

Good background music to sunny, hot, blue skies.

africa || toto

the song of the day for May 18-May 31

Why? Because I miss Frank right now more than Toto misses the rains down in Africa.

10 more days.

dare || gorillaz

today's song of the day in honor of Frank's upcoming graduation (tomorrow)

Weird video, but that's Gorillaz for you.

"It's coming up... it's coming up... it's coming up... it's dare!"

This is for you!

T-minus 23 hours and 13 minutes until you're done!

{Still, My Soul Be Still || Keith and Kristyn Getty}

song of unity today...

On Saturday night, a boy I had classes with was found deceased in his dorm room by another friend.  He took his own life.  When we gathered in chapel today to find out what happened, the person leading worship reminded us that our tears and grief are not separate from the Lord.  And together we grieved for our different reasons.  And together we stood singing this song, declaring our faith in God's love for us, especially in this time.

"Still, my soul, be still and do not fear though winds of change may rage tomorrow. God is at your side; no longer dread the fires of unexpected sorrow. God You are my God! And I will trust in You and not be shaken! Lord of peace renew a steadfast spirit within me to rest in You alone."

i am mountain || gungor

today's song of the day

I am mountain, I am dust...

God formed me in my mother's womb, and now I have Him to rejoice in for my life!

Have a great Wednesday, redeemed ones!

Who's ready for the weekend?

{Concrete Wall || Zee Avi}

Today's Song of the Day

'Been listening to this, this morning.

Just an interesting sound for the morning :)

What sounds are ringing through your morning?

{Bilgewater || Brown Bird}

Today's Song of the Day

There's just something about this song that works well as background music to my homework tonight. This one, and their other called Down to the River. Americana. Good stuff.

What songs keep you company while you're working?

{Glory and Gore || Lorde}

Today's Song of the Day

This is on replay as I do overdue homework.  

It makes me feel like I'm fighting my work and winning!!

What gets you feeling tough and motivated to take on tasks?

{Wait For Love || St. Lucia}

Today's Song of the Day

Jammin' to this at work makes everything seem happy and faster than time goes by!

What music or songs keep you going while you work?

{Hey Mami || Sylvan Esso}

Today's Song of the Day

Rockin' out to this one the past few days.

Happy Thursday!

What are you doing this weekend to have fun?

{Cups || Lulu and the Lampshades}

Today's Song of the Day

Loving this song this week.  This is my theme for this beautiful day - my pace is peppy!

What songs are you playing today?  Are there any songs that you associate with simply fantastic weather?

Happy Wednesday, life lovers!