7in7 2012 Day 5

So, 7in7 is ALOT harder with a 2-year old...just saying. Finally had a chance to record song 5 today. Hopefully will record 6 today too, then I will only have one song left! Woo hoo! Here is "Being with you":

I like hanging out with you
When there's nothing else to do
You, make life fun

And when I'm a little down
You're the one who comes around
You hear me out

*Sometimes life gets busy
And the world doesn't stop for us

#If I could add another second
to a minute
I would spend it
on being with you
And if I could add another day
 to a week
Life would be so sweet
being with you

Now some distance seperates us
But it wont come between us
No, nothin comes between us
* then #

7in7 2012 Day 4

Recorded song 3 & 4 today...YAY God! :)
Started writing song 5, so I'm almost caught up.
This is "Not Perfect":

I wish I knew
Long ago
That nobody is perfect

I guess I grew
And learned a lot
That everyone makes mistakes

Now I'm standing here
My innocence disappeared
The devil took it with him
Everything that I was
No longer is
I'm an empty shell
Saying farewell

(God) It's not your time to go
          I want you to know
          that I see you
          I've been standing here
          while in you're in despair
          waiting for you to turn to me
          I know you're not perfect
          I know you've made mistakes
         But come to me and I'll forgive you
         Sit in my lap my child
         Come and rest awhile
         'Cause I love you
          yes I love you

7in7 2012 Day 3

A little late, but had a hard time on Day 3. This song was fully written on Day 4. Here's hoping I can write and record Day 4 and 5 today (fingers crossed). Here is "Letting Go":

Wading into the sea
Of knowing You
Deeper and deeper
With every step I take

I'm up to my neck
Treading water
You want me all in
But its hard to give in

*Dying to myself is the hardest part
But if I can it will be worth it
I take the deepest breath
Letting go of all I am
And go under

#Giving up selfishness
Giving in to holliness
I'm letting go
Being more and more like You
With everything that I do
I'm letting go
# then *

7in7 2012 Day 2

Had a harder time figuring out what I was going to write today. Then, some spoken word came on Pandora, and I said, "I'll do that!" I like listening to spoken word sometimes. And I have a little hip hop in me so... This is called "Life".

Living life
One day to the next
Never thought
To stop
And ponder
Life
What is life?
Family, friends
Trying to make ends meet
A breath
They call life a breath
It's there one day
And gone the next
I came to a place
Where I had to embrace
Truth
Truth is
I was broken
Stained
Carrying these heavy chains
Going nowhere
Until You
You Jesus
You turned my life around
You didn't let me drown
And now!
I'm free
Free
Truly free
Free from my past
At long last
And my eyes
Are set
No turning back
On You

7in7 2012 Day 1

First day went really well. Wrote a few lines this morning while the kids slept. Then, when nap time rolled around, both kids took a nap (WOO HOO), and I was able to write a lot more, and I knew where the song was going. I may not have the best voice, but hopefully you catch the drift and enjoy the words. This song is called, "Lovable":
Separating myself...from the people around me
Withdrawing...to the shell that I hold dear
Building walls to close off my heart
With no intentions of letting anyone in
Dark and alone
Shivering cold
Wasting away
A light comes in
And holds my hand
Then whispers in my ear
I have never left you
You are not alone
This fortress that you've built
Will never be your home
And I will always love you
You are lovable, you are lovable
Brick by brick...we begin to break those walls
Heavy lifting... as each one crumbles down
Opening my heart to others
And letting them in
Bright and visible
Filled with joy
Life giving
Helping others see
The light inside of me
And tell them the Good news
He has never left you
You are not alone
This fortress that you've built
Will never be your home
And He will always love you
For you are lovable, you are lovable (repeat)
You're so lovable

7in7 starts next week!

Can't believe 7in7 starts next week! Exactly one week from today, I will be writing my first new song for the challenge.

I will post my songs here with the lyrics and the audio via Soundcloud.

I ask that you,
1.) Pray for me. I know each song won't be awesome, but maybe there will be some good ones?

Looking forward to it...I think?


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I'm back! :)

Finally back to blogging. Been so busy with life.

I'm excited to announce I will be participating in:




Excited to stretch my songwriting skills some more :)

I also purchased this book:



I've already started this book, and it is definitely stretching me. And I'm only on Day 4!

I will try and keep this more current. And stay tuned for 7in7!

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Recap of our Getaway

We had such a fun time for our little getaway. It was VERY relaxing.

Here are some pics I took:




The place




View of trees while laying in a hammock




"Beast"

It was only one night, which was nice so we weren't gone too long from our little guy.

Can't wait to do something like this again in the future.

Getaway!

So, my wedding anniversary was last Thursday. Unfortunately, I was sick, so we had to reschedule our getaway we had planned :(

So, tomorrow, we are "getting away" (albeit only 3 hours from home, away is away).

It will be my first night away from our son :(
I know he will be in good hands, but I sure will miss that booger.

I will NOT miss having to wake up early!

So stay tuned...Monday I will blog about our getaway! Hurray! :D


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A look back at Feb 2012

I want to take a moment to look back at the month of February, and recap some highlights:

I bought some piano music and learned a song I want to sing. I learned the piano part fairly easy, and now I'm getting the words down. :)

Our church had its D-Now weekend for the youth, which was ALOT of fun! It's a lot harder running around doing things with them since Jo is so active now.

After D-Now, Jo became sick (turns out he had hand, foot, mouth disease). He was fever free that Tuesday, and the next evening I began to run a fever, and was sick til Friday. It's so hard when your child is sick, but even harder when you get sick and have no one to give you a break, except in the evenings. All I can say is, thank you Baby Einstein for helping watch my kid those days.

That about sums up February. Hopefully I can get in a better routine of posting on here.


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You know you're a parent when...

You told someone you might get to sleep in, and by sleep in you meant until 7 am...LOL!

That totally happened to me last night. Oh man!

Here's the man that wakes me up at 6 am most days.


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Working the Shop

So, my husband and I started a coffee shop a little over a year ago. It's been fun/stressful being a business owner. The shop has grown though, business wise, which is good.

My husband is also a youth pastor at a church nearby, and the youth meet Wednesday nights. So, my husband asked if I would be willing to work the shop so he could prepare for Wednesday nights as he watches our son. Not sure how that will work out...

I worked a few times at the other shop while pregnant, and learned the basics, but was pretty confident with my knowledge.

I went into the shop with him Thursday morning, and my husband watched me make a drink, then told me everything I could do to make it better...which was ALOT. But, I caught on quickly.

The morning rush came and went, and so my husband left, since he had a meeting to go to. His parting words, "You've got this". Me: "Yeah" :)

My first customer walks up. I think, "I can do this! I think I can..."

Me: "What can I get for you today?"

Customer: "I'll have a Slap in the Face."

Me; (puzzling look)

luckily I knew this was a drink, or I may have been tempted to reach across that counter and give the customer EXACTLY what they ordered

Me: "This is my first day by myself. What's that?"

Customer: "It's 3 Sugar in the Raw, half and half and 2 shots of espresso"

Me: "Okay, got it."

So, I made the drink. Gave it to the customer.

Me: "Here's your Slap in the Face. I hope it's not too bad."

Overall, I think I did okay. My husband said no one complained about my drinks, but seemed nervous. 

My husband described to me that learning the coffee shop was like drinking out of a fire hydrant. I guess I know what he means now.

I think I will give it a whirl, working at the shop. Wednesday's only though( and after the rush), since I have another job 3 days/week and LOVE having Friday's off. If it doesn't work out, I'll just hang out with the kiddo some more. He's fun!

2011 in review

2011 is gone. So, I must take a moment to do a review of our 2011 (note: this is from my memory. For 2012 I'm going to keep a journal of the hi lights)

We had some snow in Texas, Jan. or Feb. 2011

For our 2 year anniversary, we went to the Oasis. Positive: We had a coupon to use AND I got a box full of things I LOVE( like Heath bars and root beer). Negative: We couldn't go til after sunset.


Our baby boy was sick on his 1st birthday with a double ear infection, which is July 4th, and due to a burn ban, there were NO fireworks! He still had cake and ice cream that day, but he cried when we tried to feed him Blue Bell.

Went swimming some with J-man this summer. He learned to walk this year, and knows quite a few animal noises (dog, cat, chicken, duck, pig, lion, elephant, sheep, cow, turkey, bird, giraffe, monkey, bear, rooster).

Started babysitting a girl 5 months younger than J in April.

Thanksgiving and Christmas were fun! J had a BLAST opening presents!

There you go! Thanks 2011, it was fun. Here we go 2012.

It's the Most Wonderful Time...

Of the year! Yes, friends. family and fellow blog-followers!

Christmas!

Only 2 weeks away. Time to celebrate Jesus' birthday!

I just finished watching Michael Buble's Christmas special on NBC, and if that doesn't put you in the Christmas mood, then YOU"RE A GRINCH!

That's right...a GRINCH! LOL! j/k

While watching Mr. Buble's Christmas special, I decided to partake of some Promised Land egg nog. Let me tell you...it's HEAVENLY!

Speaking of heaven, I'm so glad Jesus chose to leave heaven to be born in a manger as a human and live the life we can't live (perfect) and give it up for us! Oh what great love He has for us! To restore our broken relationship with our Heavenly Father, His Father. YAY!

GO JESUS!

7in7 Journey

I just want to thank everyone who stopped by to listen to my songs. Yes, I know song 7 is still yet to be recorded. I just wanted to take the time to talk a little bit about my 7in7 journey.

It definitely was 7 days I was STRETCHED! I feel like I grew some as a songwriter. Yes, I am an amateur, but many of my friends and family commented on how great the songs were, which gave me confidence.

I feel like this is something God has given me the gift to do, at least writing. And for me, it is a great outlet to express myself. My husband has encouraged me to try and write one song a week. I told him I would definitely need a break after 7in7! My brain was literal mush after those 7 days (which is why I'm writing my post about it NOW, instead of then).

I'm not sure if I will participate in 7in7 next year, but I DO know I will continue to pursue songwriting.

7in7 Day 7

We are One

I wasn't even looking

when we met

I wasted too much time

with many regrets

But you made it so easy on me

Showed me who I really am

And I stopped believing the lies

chorus

Hand in hand

walk with me

on this narrow road

look ahead

Firm we stand

Ignore the undertow

We are one

you and I

We are one, you and I

bridge 2x

We've survived some tough times

And I'm sure there's more to come

If we keep our eyes on Him

we'll never waver

serving Him together

chorus

When life gets busy

We tend to forget

The One who put us together

The plans He has

To work side by side

And help His people get better

chorus

YAY! I made it through 7in7. Thanks to everyone who has stopped by to take a listen, and for the comments. I REALLY appreciate it. My head hurts now...I'm going to go hibrenate LOL! Just kidding. Audio will be posted for this song Thursday 11-17-11.

7in7 Day 6

My Heart

When I can't find the words

You know exactly what's on my heart

A heart so cluttered with moths and rust

Just come on in

Excuse the mess

Let's sit and have a chat

This place needs work

That's where You come in

And pick up this habitat

I need to be more selfless

Loving, caring, and sharing

I need to be more, more like You

Let's get rid of everything

That says me, me, me

And replace it

With You

Today was very hard. I had writer's block until about 7 pm. Then I just started writing about my writer's block, as the first two lines show...and WA-LA! God is awesome! I will persevere and finish strong!!! Will post audio Thursday 11-16-11.

My Heart by BethBurns

7in7 Day 5

Let me be a Light

1) Lord, let me be a light

Shining in the night

Bringing people to you (repeat)

(2x to 3)

(3x to 4)

2) You lit my candle

a long time ago

It almost burned out

that time I was low

But You fanned the flame

And I persevered

Those who have ears

Let them hear

The Good News

about Jesus Christ

He came to this earth and

lived a perfect life

Then died on a cross

and rose again

Now I get to call Him my friend (1)

3) I told my story

to some of my friends

About that day

I was born again

They asked, "Why?

Why would He do that?"
Because God loves us

And that's a fact!

He wanted to make things right

So that we might

Get to know Him better

And fix what was broken

A long time ago

in a garden

now we're pardoned

And so we say, Hey! (1)

4) So share your story

with your friends

about the day you were born again

when they ask "Why?
Why would He do that?"

it's because God loves us

And that's a fact!

Let me be a Light by BethBurns

Had SO much fun with this song! It came easily too, praise God. Hope you enjoyed the treat! Until tomorrow!!!

7in7 Day 4

Closed fists

Slow down, breathe in

Release the anger in your chest

Lock it away, look above

Closed fists will open up

Don't let your anger be the one

to bring you down

You look prettier with a smile

than with a frown

You better think before you speak

You better think before you do anything

or you might regret it

Unable to record song tonight, everyone's gone to bed and I don't want to wake them. Will post audio tomorrow (Hint: It's kind of a rocky song, I think of Plumb singing it).

Closed fists by BethBurns

Kind of feels incomplete...:/ but there it is.

7in7 Day 3

Do What it Says

You look in the mirror

so intently

Memorizing every blemish

You walk away and 

suddenly you forget

what you look like, what you look like

That's what you do

When you listen to God's Word

And do nothing with it, do nothing with it

(repeat)

Look into the perfect law

The law that sets you free

And do what it says 

And don't forget 

what you heard

then God will  bless you

Do what it says

Listen to God's Word

Do something with it, do something with it

(repeat)

Go change a life

Go make a difference

Just go

Whoever you go to

Go in My name

Just go, just go

Do what it says by BethBurns

James 1:22-25 was on my heart today. So, I decided it would be great to make a song out of it for my 7in7 challenge. I only know a little bit of piano, chords & notes, so sorry all my songs are just chords and me singing. Hopefully, you still get the idea. Time to rest for tomorrow!