Hark!
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Album:Carol Of The Bells
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Track:Carol Of The Bells
Despite my given name (that would be Michael), I'm no angel (arch, herald, or otherwise), and when it comes to singing, I'm certainly not Josh Groban (thank the fates). But, as some of my Trusted MOGgers know, this time of the year puts a song in my heart - and I don't mean "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer."It’s not a generic melody, and it changes, although lately I've been humming the "Feed the world!" chorus to the old Band Aid single. Somehow, that’s fitting. Nothing wrong with charitable impulses, and 'tis the season. Even if we’re in the dark more often than not, a light continues to shine. And this fortnight is when we really try to raise the amperes, strike the flint, fan the flame.I’d call it necessary. It’s becoming ridiculously Biblical in this formerly utopian future of ours - one that showed up and defied technological progress and the possibility of social evolution by dumping war, pestilence, starvation, and general hysteria on us. We have to make a difference if we can, even in the smallest way. A bit of kindness, if you will.I've accepted that our tenure in this existence is always gonna be a mix of dark and light. In that regard, my 2007 was typical. There was progress on the career front, and there were setbacks. I embraced the best of the latest cultural offerings, and suffered through the worst. (It's all part of the gig.) I made a few new friends - and cherish them. I unexpectedly lost a buddy whose sudden passing at a relatively early age sent a shock wave through this entire online community. While acknowledging the loss, I know that it's imperative to move forward, undaunted, after mourning. That's what he would've done in the same situation.Life might not be a bowl of ice cream and a hit of ecstasy, but every day, I manage to find something - be it simple or significant - to lift my spirits. I hope you do, too.No matter how easy or difficult things have been going up until now, I wish you a 2008 filled with joy, prosperity, and good health. And if it gets too weird, remember that it’s simply the absurdity that we all face on a daily basis. Take a deep breath - and have a good laugh.(Anyone in need of one more cup of Yuletide musical cheer should tap the “play” button and drink in “Carol of the Bells,” beautifully interpreted by my abso-favorite artists of the past year, The Bird and The Bee. Can’t wait until their next album!)
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