Mandaris

If you are like me, starting a new habit is hard to do. I can’t count all the times that I’ve made a resolution or set out a theme that didn’t come to fruition. This year, I set out to have a theme where I was going to be “boring”. Keep things routine. Let the “excitement” of the world wash over me and keep my mind steady.

Mixed results.

Change is hard.

Life gets in the way.

But, I want you to know.

That it’s ok.

I’ve decided that I’m going to call next month “Forgiving February”.

I’m going to forgive myself for not being perfect in this pursuit. If you are also feeling the same way. I invite you to look at it the same way.

Feel free to email me if you want to have an accountability partner for the next month.

"Witchoo" by Durand Jones & The Indications & Aaron Frazer

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What is your favorite song from last year?

I heard this song in a Tiki bar and seemed to just pop up more and more. What I like about it is that it's got a playful groove and a certain swagger that doesn't come off as bragging. I listened to the rest of the album but it seems like this is a singular hit.

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"Satellite" by Dave Matthews Band

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What's a song you'd want to hear while stargazing?

This is also a great song to waltz to. It's been a while since I listen to this but I remember it as being very soothing.

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"This Is Me" by Keala Settle & The Greatest Showman Ensemble

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Share a song that captures the feeling of being proud.

I generally liked all the songs from the movie. I feel that this one really stood out and I hear it being used in different shows. It was in regular rotation at home.

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"I'm Coming Home" by The Spinners

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Share a song that feels like coming home after a long trip.

I feel that sometimes it's not the distance what happens when you leave the home that makes a trip long. I'm really happy that I found this song today.

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"Tick Tock" by Raphael Saadiq

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What's your favorite song about patience?

It's been a long time since I've heard this song. It was about waiting for someone to love you. I like the song, but I don't feel that we should put our lives on hold for someone to love you the way that you want to be loved.

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"Speed Demon" by Michael Jackson

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Pick a song from an artist or band that’s had the biggest impact on your life.

I think I talk about Michael Jackson a lot, but I wanted to point out this song that makes me hit the accelerator!

I really loved the music video in how it used claymation to make a fun story about enjoying speed.

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