Music for the Soul

Music touches everyone's lives in a different way. There are times when you hear a song and it 'takes you back' to a time or place that is special for you. Friends and I can start laughing or just smiling when a song is played and not have to say a word why. When Dad passed away they played 'Daddy's Hands' by Holly Dunn. There wasn't a dry eye in the church because some way or another everyone related to it. I can hear 'Moanie Moanie' and start laughing because of a company party we went to and a friend's dancing routine. I hear 'Leave the Light On' or 'The Walk' by Sawyer Brown and it will get me every time. Both songs came out at a low point in my life and it was something that touched me and helped me to heal. I will hear 'Some Girls Do', "My Girl' or 'Save A Horse (ride a cowboy) and start laughing because of a karaoke night with friends that left all of us almost in tears from the humor of the moment. I have to admit that Sawyer Brown has been a big part of my life. They had already been established when I started listening and going to concerts. I have been priviledged to meet them many times and get to know not only the performers but the people who make up Sawyer Brown and their families. Now, my best friend Joanna, and I help them during Fan Fair in Nashville and have open invitations to visit anytime we are in town. They are an awesome bunch of individuals and completely committed to their careers, family and God. You can feel the energy they produce and their honesty towards life and their fans. I had commented once, and it stuck for each of us, that there is a mutual admiration between them and their fans. I believe the Holy Spirit draws us to each other. Whether it is by the same beliefs or needing to find that special 'something' in your life. When you are drawn to others you can both grow and help one another. When Dad was ill I had told them and they said to keep them informed. Dad passed away December 28th and was buried New Year's Eve. They were done touring at that time and I didn't want to interrupt their Holiday with family. The next time I saw them they said that they had been praying for Dad. When they found out he had died they said I had been on their minds and in their prayers. Needless to say, I cried all the way home because I knew they were geniune and but suddenly had realized how close we had become. Not just fan and artist but true friends.
There is a new group, the Haygoods, which are becoming a special part in my life now. They have the same energy, committment, beliefs and real caring for their fans that Sawyer Brown has exhibited. I will never be able to hear: 'Walking in Memphis' with out smiling about Dimples, 'When You Say Nothing At All' and not want to say MOO or YEAH!, 'Mary Did You Know' will be forever imbedded in my heart because of Dominic's emotional rendition or 'Seven Bridges Road' and not get chills from their harmonies. I admire people who have the ability to do tapping and they are the extreme pros at it. I even had a brief moment after a show to talk to some of them. I got a small glimpse into what makes up the individual that is a part of the whole. They are currently still performing in Branson. I believe though, with all my heart, that they will be the first BREAKOUT artists from Branson.
I believe those that can sing should not hold back. That is a gift from God that is given to be shared with others. I cannot carry a tune and if I tried the dogs would howl until they took ME away. HAHA But, even though that is true, I am reminded of 'Make a joyful noise unto the Lord' and I will continue to try.
Music is the one constant that connect you to a broader meaning. You start out sharing songs and times and then are able to reach others in deeper ways.