This month, I’m moving Monday’s Music Moves Me temporary back to its original time slot since BOTBs posting dates fall on Sundays this time.
I’m not Catholic, so I don’t know anything about the various feasts or celebrations to honor patron saints which led to me to learn that St. Joseph was the earthly father of Jesus. The special occasion is to commemorate his life as a laborer and a provider for the holy family. Cool, right?
My first song pick I remember hearing but I’m not sure if it was Tim Hardin’s original recording (1966) or one of the 167 other covers. I actually listened to The Four Tops (1967) version and it’s really good. Both of which came out when I was too young to remember accurately. I browsed over the list of cover artists at SecondHandSongs. To my amusement I noticed Leonard Nimoy (1968) recorded the song but jumping to the 70s I sort of think it was Bob Seger’s (1972) cover that I grew up listening to.
Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon first released “Breakin’ Down The Walls of Heartache” (1968) was a new-to-my ears or at least I thought so but I’ll talk about that in a sec. The lyrics tell the story of a workin’ fella who cried a wall of tears and the time had come to break the wall down brick by brick but there’s a line that I really like that goes, “I’m a carpenter of love and affection” which is a great tie in with my song direction.
It wasn’t until I looked over the short cover artist list on SecondHandSongs. It was recorded in 1980 by Dexy’s Midnight Runners. The band name didn’t ring any bells but when I hit play, I instantly connected with the song/artist. A decade later, Edwin Starr covered the song which I think I remember as well. I think I like Starr’s rendition the best of these three.
The Avett Brothers recording “The Once And Future Carpenter” (2011) is definitely a new introduction. Following the onscreen lyrics the vocals and music spoke its magic to my heart. The words basically illustrate that we should live without regret and to have an enjoyable life vocation or at least this is the way my brain translated the meaning. Over all I have few regrets. I believe I followed the path designed specifically by God. Being a full time mother and wife is the most rewarding vocation for me. I can’t imagine my life any other way.
I can’t dismiss the day without a nod to May Day. I have fond memories from my elementary school years in which this day was honored. I never understood the significance but I knew it had something to do with spring. YouTube shares a video of May Pole Traditions and while I vividly remember dancing around it myself I can’t recall what music played. I did find a 60s band and song that’s new to me that works beautiful for today. Dance Around the May Pole by Acid Gallery.
This is a music linky party. Your co-hostess are Stacy, Alana, and Me. Every other week we have a suggested music theme (see weekly prompts here) to build your song set around and all participants share YouTube or Vimeo videos for our music enthusiasts. Failure to meet this basic guideline puts your URL in danger of being removed or labeled – NO MUSIC.
An update on our Marie… I spoke with her this past Wednesday. First off, she wanted me to tell you that she says “Hello!”. We only had a few minutes to talk because she had a MRI appointment on her stomach. She says she feels some better but the doctor doesn’t know the cause of her stomach problems. Stomach issues unpredictable and makes one feel vulnerable even on the best of days. I think this week, she has a colonoscopy scheduled. Hopefully between the two procedures the doctor can get a figure out the source of her illness. Continue to keep her in prayer and as I learn more I’ll bring updates to you. the brain child, felt the need to step down to tend to her health needs and has asked that I take over for her. You will always have a place when you’re ready to come back, my friend!
Today is my son’s 28th birthday. He is five inches taller than his dad and towers a foot over me. Sometimes I just marvel when I look at him. It’s hard to imagine that he came from me. It’s obvious to those who know DH’s dad’s family where our son got his tall and broad shoulder genes. Although, he out grew us long ago, he’ll always be my baby boy. Happy Birthday!
Before I go, yesterday I shared my May 1st BOTB for any of you who are interested. Keep your eye open tomorrow or Wednesday, hopefully, I can conclude this year’s A2Z blogfest with my Reflections post. I’m glad April is now history. Alrighty, this is CAAC signing off, have a boogietastic week! X💋X💋, Cathy
