My song recommendation for your playlist Heather is ‘I Won’t Back Down’ originally by Tom Petty, but not that version - the version by Johnny Cash. His voice has so much power in it - he adds layers and depth to that song. Sending all my love and prayers x
Praying with in spirit with you this week (conspiring with the Spirit, as I like to think of it). Three rather different playlist options for your old musician friend: REO Speedwagon's "Keep Pushin'", Bob Mould's "See A Little Light", and The Grateful Dead's "Eyes of the World" (and not just any version--youtube search "grateful dead eyes of the world branford marsalis"--that night was in orbit). All love.
Heather, I’m old school and still love Elvis Presley’s gospel singing. I think “I Believe in the Man in the Sky” is a great one. Upbeat tune and great lyrics - “if my footsteps should falter...”
Praying for you, and Dave, and kids. Sending love ❤️ Virginia
Heather I am still praying for you daily and pray God has a plan. You are a beautiful person that is fighting the fight. Try to stay strong and I pray God's will be done. I don't have a particular song to add to your list but it definitely needs to be soothing and uplifting.
Heather, there is my absolute favorite choral piece. It's a Christmas piece (technically), but who says we can't marvel over the Incarnation in May?! https://youtu.be/nn5ken3RJBo Also, you can't beat Andrea Bocelli singing the Lord's Prayer. https://youtu.be/u8jImIjg4UY
I've really enjoyed some of the music of Alan Doyle, Newfoundlander, as music that often embodies a kind of fire for life. He also has beautiful ballads, but here are a couple of the upbeat songs I like: My Day, So Let's Go, Shine On, Close to the Sun, Summer Summer Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZ8xhwUl6IE
Little lights by punch brothers is my go-to getting psyched song. Praying for you, Heather, and the family. Let me and Hannah know if we can bless y'all practically in any way!
Heather...This is Karen, Dea’s cousin...I want u to know that I’ve been bringing u before Gods throne in fervent prayer!!! I appreciate your gift of writing in pouring your heart out to us all❤️ Know that I will continue to pray for u, David n family! A favorite group of mine is Selah, Hiding Place...in fact, I love all their music! XO
I’m doing my best with prayers but struggling with the playlist! So I’ll just go with some tracks that brought me joy in the past few years and hope one makes you smile.
My song recommendation for your playlist Heather is ‘I Won’t Back Down’ originally by Tom Petty, but not that version - the version by Johnny Cash. His voice has so much power in it - he adds layers and depth to that song. Sending all my love and prayers x
Ooh, great recommendation! I love Johnny Cash's voice.
Praying with in spirit with you this week (conspiring with the Spirit, as I like to think of it). Three rather different playlist options for your old musician friend: REO Speedwagon's "Keep Pushin'", Bob Mould's "See A Little Light", and The Grateful Dead's "Eyes of the World" (and not just any version--youtube search "grateful dead eyes of the world branford marsalis"--that night was in orbit). All love.
I knew you'd have great picks!
There's a great "newish" group called We the Kingdom. Two of their songs in particular are "Child of Love" and "Holy Water".
Here is my current workout playlist.
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/workout/pl.u-V9D7v6GHMzvZm
If you just want to chill, you can't go wrong with " The Gene Ammons Story: Gentle Jug"
Heather, I’m old school and still love Elvis Presley’s gospel singing. I think “I Believe in the Man in the Sky” is a great one. Upbeat tune and great lyrics - “if my footsteps should falter...”
Praying for you, and Dave, and kids. Sending love ❤️ Virginia
Great song choice!
Heather I am still praying for you daily and pray God has a plan. You are a beautiful person that is fighting the fight. Try to stay strong and I pray God's will be done. I don't have a particular song to add to your list but it definitely needs to be soothing and uplifting.
Heather, there is my absolute favorite choral piece. It's a Christmas piece (technically), but who says we can't marvel over the Incarnation in May?! https://youtu.be/nn5ken3RJBo Also, you can't beat Andrea Bocelli singing the Lord's Prayer. https://youtu.be/u8jImIjg4UY
Piano Guys: Fight Song/Amazing Grace, https://smile.amazon.com/Fight-Song-Amazing-Grace/dp/B01LXJEVP1/
And praying, of course!!
For your play list, “Amazing Grace”, Carrie Underwood version. Any waltz will help keep a good rhythm will doing physical therapy.
Dear Heather, thank you for your blog. I am adding you and family to my daily walking to work prayer list!
This is my favourite song I picked up during my time in the USA, living with my African American best friend!
In the midst of it all - Yolanda Adams https://youtu.be/SqGjIKEhRxo
Love to you all,
Anna Billson
YES! Yolanda!
I've really enjoyed some of the music of Alan Doyle, Newfoundlander, as music that often embodies a kind of fire for life. He also has beautiful ballads, but here are a couple of the upbeat songs I like: My Day, So Let's Go, Shine On, Close to the Sun, Summer Summer Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZ8xhwUl6IE
Ooh, this is new to me! Thanks!
Little lights by punch brothers is my go-to getting psyched song. Praying for you, Heather, and the family. Let me and Hannah know if we can bless y'all practically in any way!
Matt Thornton
Heather...This is Karen, Dea’s cousin...I want u to know that I’ve been bringing u before Gods throne in fervent prayer!!! I appreciate your gift of writing in pouring your heart out to us all❤️ Know that I will continue to pray for u, David n family! A favorite group of mine is Selah, Hiding Place...in fact, I love all their music! XO
“Graves into Gardens,” Elevation Worship 👊❤️🌞
I’m doing my best with prayers but struggling with the playlist! So I’ll just go with some tracks that brought me joy in the past few years and hope one makes you smile.
John Prine and Iris DeMent. In Spite of Ourselves
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=P8tTwXv4glY&vidve=5727&autoplay=1
Houndmouth. Sedona
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8wifV5RYr8&vidve=5727&autoplay=1
Townes Van Zandt. To Live is to Fly.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6eSggloAtBo
Heather, your clarity and bravery in the face of mayhem are an inspiration to all of us. Here are some contemplative cuts from the late sixties:
Pink Floyd - Fearless,
Pink Floyd - Fat Old Sun,
Grateful Dead - Ripple,
Otis Redding - Sit-in by the Dock of Bay,
Blodwyn Pig - The Change Song,
Ten Years After - Circles
Excellent!
I tend to go overboard when it comes to requests for music and encouragement. Hope this isn’t inundating!
1. So Good, Nathaniel Bassey -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3cdrixKKmHE&feature=share
2. Promises, Maverick City Music -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=q5m09rqOoxE&feature=share
3. Joy Invincible, Switchfoot -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=uA_UiAFLDSA&feature=share
4. Strong Tower, Nathaniel Bassey -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=WtO3IMw8VEs&feature=share
5. Hello Hurricane, Switchfoot -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=07xTXb9GGYk&feature=share
6. Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled, Chris Brunelle -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=FI2YS8FzVLg&feature=share
7. Jesus Loves Me, Jennifer Knapp -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=SfQ8OrImx-Y&feature=share
8. Daily Bread, Strahan -- https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=ScQp-05ayxE&feature=share