Childhood Memory

The very first verse in the bible I remember is the 23rd Psalm. It's the very first verse my parents had me memorize as a kid. And yet when I read it tonight it hit me in a new way.

"The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever."

Cherry Blossoms

Had a great day yesterday hanging out downtown. Left the house about noon and took the train to Tenleytown for a little Z Burger. Pretty good burger. Just a small step below Five Guys but still a good lunch. I decided to skid hitting up Melody records because the idea of carrying vinyl with me for the rest of the day seemed like a terrible idea. So we took Metro to the Cherry Blossoms. We found a nice spot under a tree and just layed there for a half an hour or so. Took a walk around and just took pictures and enjoyed the great weather. Then walked over to Ebenezers Coffeehouse for a NCC Saturday night service. Took the train home and got Chipotle. Chipotle is about my favorite food. Love their burritos. Caught the end of the Uconn/Michigan ST game. The Michigan State win prompted my mom to call and rub that in my face. Very classy mom. Becky and Jake came over and we went to Baileys for some dessert and drinks and then to the theater to see Monsters vs Aliens. An alright movie. A good Saturday.

Today I mostly chilled. Went over to my parents to eat their food and watch their tv. Came home and watched some Family Guy and The Braves kick off the 09 baseball season with win!

This is also the last day of my 40 day lent fast which means an extra large Dunkin Donuts coffee for BP. A lot has happened... kind of, in the last 40 days and I'l write about it tomorrow. Goodnight.

Crazy

Listening to a little Andy Hunter this morning. Really digging "Life" but "Colour" just doesn't hit the same way. Going to spend the day in DC. Get some food, see the Cherry Blossoms, and just have a good time in the nice weather.

Last night Car and me were on the news...

Red and Blue Jeans

So it wasn't nice and sunny today. Or really that warm. Another dark, wet, April day in DC. Which is ok. We need the rain (not that you'd call what it did today rain) and I enjoy the dark wet days (although not if I have to drive, like today). I was just hoping for some warm, sunny, spring weather. Tomorrow there are supposed to be thunder storms. Hopefully just in the morning but reports are conflicting. It will be sunny and 65 on Saturday which is just about perfect in my books and that's when I plan on partaking in cherry blossom events anyway.

Tomorrow is the last work day without coffee! I'm excited. Three more days. I can do it. And honestly, overall, as a fast it hasn't been that hard. I still drink hot tea in the morning and I'm mostly ok without all that caffeine in my system but I just miss drinking coffee. I miss going to get coffee on the weekends or in the evenings with Car. Drinking coffee in the morning... On Monday I'm going to Dunkin Donuts and getting an extra large coffee with creme and a muffin and it will be glorious.

It's Beautiful...

I didn't really sleep last night. 2 hours isn't much. Not enough to have a very productive day. I was so tired this morning I was ready to stop my lent fast early and grab a cup of coffee. I wanted to, seriously considered it, but in the end didn't. It would have been such a disappointment with only 4 days left to go.

The end of the first day of April is nearly at a close. An alright day. A little wet, a little dark but not bad. Warm tomorrow, warm and sunny all weekend! I love spring. My goal is to get out Saturday and see the Cherry Blossoms (still pissed I missed them last year). Going to enjoy them this year.

Here's something awesome

In the Morning

Set up the studio tonight. Worked on a song called In the Morning. Classic Echo Broke Alone sound. Layered guitars. It was supposed to be the opening track on My Heart to Heaven (the EBA full length coming soon) but the more I listen and the more I record, the more I feel like this is a nice closer. But we'll see. The idea is simple as is all the layered guitar songs. Take a simple progression and make it interesting. Once I get a bunch of guitar tracks for songs going I'll work on cello and other various instruments to layer in. I still love the way Heart Condition turned out and I don't want to leave that style behind as I work on My Heart To Heaven and guitar based music.

T-minus 1 week till I can have coffee again! Next Monday will be a glorious day. Now... I ony have to get through this week...

The Skies Proclaim

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. Their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens he has pitched a tent for the sun, which is like a bridegroom coming forth from his pavilion, like a champion rejoicing to run his course. It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is hidden from its heat. The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the LORD are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever. The ordinances of the LORD are sure and altogether righteous. They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb. By them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward. Who can discern his errors? Forgive my hidden faults.
Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then will I be blameless, innocent of great transgression.
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
Psalms 19