I’m taking a trip to Someplace that seems to be Far Away. I shall be gone for some time, away from this writing outlet, and I shall miss it . . . But it will be an exercise in journaling again:) Most of my entries there of late have been somewhat of a certain mindset that isn’t written here--and likewise you don’t see that part of me. So future great-grand-nieces will read my journals and find my moods to be drastically changed because of this odd thing called a “blog” that I should be keeping records of. Those of you that pray for travelers, I’d be grateful for a moment if you can spare one:)

The new Jars of Clay cd I got from my parents is excellent--I wanted to share one of my favorite songs from it, but my computer isn’t loading the official site . . . so I’ll just post the lyrics.

“only alive”

I'm a fair weather friend
I'm a colorless view but I'm willin' to make a deal
If you think you can make some faith here inside
I'll drive off and marry you

I'm only alive with you
I can't get by and I won't get through
So put me in the river and let me say I do
I'm only alive with you

You're a sight for sore eyes and a newborn cry
In a year where there are so few
If you throw me a line, I'll show you in time
I'm fallin' in love with you

I'm only alive with you
I can't get by and I won't get through
So put me in the river and let me say I do
I'm only alive with you

Though my heart has been torn by loves I have worn
And I'm tempted by them ever still
I tremble inside when you walk in the room
You hold my affections and will

I'm only alive with you
I can't get by and I won't get through
So put me in the river and let me say I do
I'm only alive with you

have a happy new year:)