music and lyrics

  To be able to express emotion lyrically and musically is, I think, an incredible gift. This afternoon I was listening to Brooke Fraser.  Her album, "Albertine" might be my favorite - with such thoughtful and reflective lyrics, I find myself copying down much of what she's written.

  Seeds is a beautiful picture of legacy and the importance it should hold in how we live our lives.  It touched me anew as I listened today and thought of my little niece who will be joining us in a few short months.  I've copied the lyrics below and linked the song above. Just listen a minute and think on the privilege (and responsibility) we're given in leaving a legacy behind for the next generation. I pray I still have many years left to live... but even if that's not the case I hope there's a semblance of One who is greater in my life and that His works and words shine more brightly than mine ever could.

  ...and to the little pink bundle in the oven... I have you in mind, sweet  one, as I strive to follow the Father's call and pray that you, too, will know Him as your own one day.

  with all my love,
    auntie becky

night

field of stars above us

you pick one

we frame it with

our fingers

intertwined

seeds of every generation

between our hands

and the promise

to teach you the

little I have

learned

so far

child

what will you live to do?

what have i left for you?

what will we leave behind?

you

learning as you're growing

not yet knowing

the world isn't

always quite as

beautiful

as it is now

child

what will you live to do?

what have i left for you?

what will we leave behind?

night

field of stars above us

i pick one and

name it for you

and all who are to come...