I just discovered yet another incredible artist.. JOSH KELLEY
[And it took me this long?!]
(aka Katherine Heigl's husband. Poor guy, being labelled like that a lot... Ah well.)
This is the picture of his most recent album, Special Company. He's also had several other albums such as Just Say the Word,Almost Honest, and For the Ride Home. And they've been around for years - and i've only just been exposed to his music?! Edghad - this is another one of those self-realisation moments, where I've just learned that I must expose myself more to music and different artists. Although i'll admit that I do have a certain style with the music I listen to - mainly, mellow-ish lovey dovey, guitar + nice voice kind of thing. (But don't get me wrong! I've got a broad sense of music style, I just prefer listening to this kind of music at this kind of time!) Let me explain:
Firstly, thank you thankkk yoouu Kristi for sending me the songs! It wasn't only until now though, that I went on YouTube and actually listened to them, watched the videos, and searched up the lyrics. And okay yeah, I'm aware that everyone in this world always somehow gets the song to relate to themselves, (and that's kinnddda the point of music right? and why we like certain songs so much? because we want it to be about us..? agh. selfish, egotistical people we are. tsk tsk.) But i'll admit that I find some of these songs related to me - or rather, how I feel about a certain someone...
Of course I love all my friends and family so much. But it's just that it's 4:32am as I type this, just AAA. (Yes, triple A again!) And if any of you forgot what it means well, that's okay. Perhaps it's better off that you don't know what it means. (:
And so here I am being quite emo, thinking about everything that just happened tonight. So what I'm doing now is a little soul-soothing with some good music. Yesiree! Just me, some good music, and the soft twinkling lights against the assuring night sky... oh, and not forgetting the recap of the fighting, shouting, crying, insults, sorrys, swearings, and hurtful words (but a few forgiving words too!) that keep replaying over and over and over again in my mind.. Oh gosh, I better not be going crazy for real..!
But all is good now in irisbautistaland.
**AUTHOR'S NOTE: IF YOU ARE ANYONE BUT MARK, PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO THE BOTTOM OF THE POST AND AHEAD TO THE MUSIC PART. SKIP THIS WHOLE HEARTPOURING-EMO-HOPEFUL-LOVEYDOVEY-MESSAGE INTENDED FOR MARK. THANK YOU. (: **
With the big chance that you are reading this M, I really am sorry. These past few days have really been quite crazy, huh? For the both of us, too. I didn't mean to act the way I have been lately - overbearing, crazyjealous, and just plain stupid.. please forgive me? And I know you didn't mean those hurtful words, nor to let out your anger on me. (Though I do deserve it.) But - sigh - it really is just us two reacting to each other. We kind of make it worse haha! I think what we need is both of us to just be more calm and not let the other person get to us so much. We're way too easily affected.. But especially me. And i'm sorry for this! I do mean it when I say, however, when I say that I will change and become better. I'm committed to this. And perhaps this really is a phase. This whole attitude of mine. Perhaps it's the stress of school, and the being-so-unproductive-with-work-and-body kind of thing. Or perhaps it's just the estrogen.
But either way, you and I both know that we can become much better people. I know I can be anyway - and I plan on becoming better for not only you and my friends, but also for myself. It's what you, me, and everyone else deserves. A more pleasant me. (:
And so, I really do know that things will get better though. It always does. I have complete faith in this. I love you so very much my darling.
** OKAY, you can stop skipping now. The music part starts here! **
So these are the three favourite songs of mine (so far) along with their videos.
This one's called, Amazing. And I think it's so cute how the couple fights *eh hem* throughout the video, but then it becomes all romantic and sweet. I also love how Kelley's songs aren't too emotionally sad, but rather upbeat and romantic in it's happy and carefree way. Behh, just see for yourself.
His songs can really console you during not-so-easy-relationship times. It does for me, anyway. (:
"You paint a picture on the wall
Cause you've got a lot to tell me
But you don't think you could say it better oh baby
You're bringing up times I can't recall
And I'm sure they made your point
But I just can't seem to remember yeah
And I know you've got the feeling
And I can't say I'm agreeing
With your topic of conversation
So just listen to the reasons
And the hints I've been giving
To the thoughts of my imagination
So come on let me see
I say baby you are amazing
I want to let you see
That you are everything and more to me
I will let you be I will I will
Cause I saw you walking down the hall
And I had a lot to tell you
But I didn't think you could say it better oh baby
You're good at makin me feel so small
And I know you made your point
But I just don't want to remember yeah
And I know you've got the feelin
And I cant say I'm agreeing
with your topic of conversation
So just listen to the reasons
And the hints that I've been giving
To the thoughts of my imagination
Cause I'm dancing around
In your world of play
I'm takin my time to make sure you stay
I would give my life to make it okay yeah
So come on let me see..."
This next one is "Only You" and apparently, this is how he and Katherine met - while shooting this video. Aww..
So be sure to check out the rest of his songs - he really is talented. Especially with his 'To Make You Feel My Love' cover; (written by Bob Dylan, and also sung by Adele and Garth Brooks!) this one shows off his soothing voice!
And because the lyrics (and the song, sang by any artist) is so good, I've decided to end the post with it...
"When the rain is blowing in your face And the whole world is on your case I could offer you a warm embrace To make you feel my love
When the evening shadows and the stars appear And there is no one there to dry your tears I could hold you for a million years To make you feel my love
I know you haven't made your mind up yet But I would never do you wrong I've known it from the moment that we met No doubt in my mind where you belong
I'd go hungry I'd go black and blue I'd go crawling down the avenue No, there's nothing that I wouldn't do To make you feel my love
The storms are raging on the rolling sea And on the highway of regret though winds of change Are throwing wild and free You ain't seen nothing like me yet
I could make you happy Make your dreams come true Nothing that I wouldn't do Go to the ends of the Earth for you To make you feel my love."
I was rummaging through some old stuff when I came across this art book, where the poet Julie P. Lingan fused with the artist Ibrahim Hussein to create a love-inspired-poetry + poetry-inspired-art book. My mom had bought it years ago as she was a friend of the writer, Julie Lingan. I remember discovering this fascinating book years back and falling in love with the pretty words and black scribbles that filled the pages. The book, called 'Steal Me a Paradise' is based on the last poem, and albeit the best one at that. I admire her other poems such as 'Casablanca Dying' and 'We Must Have Been Lovers in a Previous Life', but 'Steal Me a Paradise' I adore the most. And Ibrahim Hussein's art isn't bad either! He's got an obvious style (well, it might have changed over the years but in this book, it's strictly black, white, + grey, and all scribbly lines as if his pen was being mind-controlled by a tornado) and although I'm not describing it very well, his art is fascinating.
This poem is also the one that inspired me to write, 'oh all the things i'd do for you'.
I know you probably won't ever read this, and I know that we haven't talked in a long time - but in the small chance that you come across this letter, please know that I've been thinking about you and your family. And I'm sorry, so very sorry about what happened.
Like the many other people who knew your father, I've been touched by his warm personality, his friendly nature, and his ability to make anyone feel very welcome. It's still unbelievable that he has passed away so early - and although I can't come close to how you may be feeling right now, please know that I feel for you and your family. All our hearts are heavy with this loss, and he will never be forgotten.
My family's thoughts and prayers are on you and your family. On behalf of my parents and my siblings, we send our deepest condolences and our deepest sympathy. We know you're going to be okay, and that your family will be closer than ever. What affects us most is knowing that you were all the type of family who was close to each other; most families don't share that kind of beautiful relationship where they can talk about their day openly, make jokes with each other, and trust each other completely. But this and more is what you had and always will have no matter what. And although this knowledge affects us in a painful way, to know that a member of your family has passed, it is also extremely comforting in the sense that he had an endlessly loving family and beautiful relationships with each member.
So you and I aren't close anymore, but it doesn't mean that my family and I have stopped caring or have forgotten about your family. Once upon a time when we were very close and I was still meeting your parents, I remember being so nervous on the day I met your father. But the first time I met him he smiled, shook my hand, and we exchanged a few friendly words. And although this is a simple and traditional gesture, he made me feel so very welcome and gave me full assurance that everything was okay. Even my dad and brother has mentioned his very likable nature and friendly personality. Your whole family is just incredible, and I know that together you will all pull through this.
I also remember our families coincidentally meeting at Cherating that one holiday. As always your family treated us with such kindness, and at my family's meal times we would talk about all of your sweet personalities..
Your father taught me how to sail. I had never gone sailing before, and I was nervous to even be spending time with just you and your family. But being in the boat with your sister and your father, they were both so friendly and made me feel more at ease. He taught me how to hold the handles properly, which direction to go, how to tie/untie the ropes, and how to detect and follow the wind.
And to me, he was this kind of person. The kind to be helpful, teach you, and make you feel better. To me, he was the kind to follow the wind - and as he sails along with the wind, he provides comfort and a warm smile. All my memories of him are only good ones (I could never imagine him not being amiable), and I feel that they demonstrate exactly how kind-hearted he was.
Again, I know I'm not someone who was very close to him, and it certainly isn't proper of me to write so much on a matter I don't have much to do with or know much about (I'm sorry). But I just wanted to express my sentiments and just try to let you and your family know that there are so many people who are here for you and care about you a lot - you are never alone and will always be in our thoughts, prayers, and our hearts.
With love and deep sympathy, Iris.
"This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, we shall never forget, For those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen and unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed, and so very dear."
(aka Katherine Heigl's husband. Poor guy, being labelled like that a lot... Ah well.)