Favorite Things Friday

So, let's see. It's been a month. I honestly never meant to go this long without writing. But, alas, no one is paying me to do this so you can all get over it. All ten of you out there. See? You're already over it.

There has to be a great spiritual metaphor in here somewhere about best intentions vs. quantifiable actions...but today isn't the day for that.  It's Friday (again) and it's time to kick the weekend off right. Or left.

AMOS LEE

I realize that Mr. Lee is not new news, but here in the Williams house, Katie has inexplicably become obsessed with his song, "Arms of a Woman." I've always been impressed with his voice, but I always filed him away as the male Norah Jones. Plus, who knows how someone actually sings anymore with all the computer-aided correction that happens on 99% of records made these days. I hate to burst your bubble, but Taylor Swift can't sing very well. She can write a good song and wear a dress well...but sing? Not on your life. So, when Katie and I discovered these homemade videos on YouTube, we were transfixed. The guy has deep soul. 

The first video is laid back, like the recording, but delicate. The second video is the same song, but greasy and with attitude--a totally different vibe, but similarly mesmerizing. Notice how his notes are effortless, coming from somewhere other than simply breath and vocal chords, beyond thought. His talent is a genuine, real gift that only comes along every so often and, unfortunately, rarely shows up on pop charts. Think Stevie Wonder, Alecia Keys, Al Green, Jeff Buckley, and Merle Haggard. Old soul, brewing up from hidden places. They all have (had) it. So does Amos Lee.

SURPRISE WEDDING ENTRANCES 

I love this kind of stuff. Try not to enjoy it. Try not to actually feel like those in attendence. Go on. Try. 

MOVING

Ok. That one is sort of a joke. I don't like moving. We're moving this week from our cute downtown cottage to a nicer, newer condo a mile away. Yes, we're leaving the creaky old house (and requisite spiders and poor insulation) for new digs. I love the process of going through our stuff and throwing and giving away things that take up space. It's incredibly therapeutic to simplify and streamline your possessions. Anybody want 10 years of old SPIN magazines?

PUNS

If you know me, you know I love puns. This morning I asked Katie what would happen if such-and-such happened. She said, "I'd have a cow." I said, "Don't do that because then our first child would be a cow." With zero delay she said, "But we could name her Moo-lissa." AHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. 

Yessssss! 

(rw)

Comments

[Laura Anderson]

Amos Lee... cool voice. I love that style.

That wedding won't be soon forgotten by those in attendance. Hilarious. Good thing they didn't have shy people as friends/family!

Good one, Katie! Sharp wit. That's how my husband is. He can come up with a quick, catchy answerr in an instant. I love it! He keeps me on my toes. <3

Enjoy your new place. It was nice seeing you Saturday. God bless.

[Kelly W]

I have watched that wedding video SO many times since I first heard about it! Love it! And you're absolutely right, anyone who says they didn't think it was totally cool is totally lying :p

I also love moving...less for the packing part of it, but more for the being in a new, clean place, with a chance at a fresh start! :)

[Amy]

Hi Randy,
I checked out the tour dates. Are you going to be playing on November 18th in Roseville CA? That is about 5 miles from my house. We would love to come and see you (you know... back stage passes...he he) and you are more than welcome to stay at our home. We can even give you a car to drive around while you are in town. Please let me know....I am really excited!!

Amy

[calaismarie]

your wife is the wittiest person i've ever met with my own eyes.
and that man's voice is incredible. (sorry...no superlatives for that one)

[Abbie Huxley]

That's a good song. Thank you Randall!