I sing a lot. I don't know if I sound good, but I still do it. It is mostly 80's tunes, but my kids seem to enjoy it. Basically all 80's music encompasses who I am as a person. I hardly know any of today's music, but I can tell you who could dress me up in their love, or how hell is for children. I can tell you that I would let Lita Ford kiss me deadly on any occasion and Crimson and Clover, the Joan Jett rendition, is one of the best. What this means is, that I've learned all of my life lessons from the ladies of the 80's. (Disclaimer: these are songs, verses, ideas, snippets, and titles).
1. Like A Virgin
If you find your soul mate, every day is like a new beginning with that person. My wife is that for me, she makes me feel shiny and new...everyday.
2. Take My Hand It'll Be Alright
I am a good friend, co-worker, spouse, mother, daughter, sister, etc. If you just take my hand, it'll be okay and you'll never be alone - you will always have me. We may not run with the shadows of the night, but Pat Benetar got this one right.
3. I Love Rock-and-Roll
Music is such a huge part of me and my family. My earliest memories of my dad is of his love for music and I am so glad he instilled that in me. I am glad he sang Rod Stewart to me and I am so grateful for his extensive CD collection (was once a huge vinyl collection that he still has).
4. It's Just Another Manic Monday
Almost everyday is another manic Monday, or so it seems when you're a working mother. It's hard, but you just do it and keep living it.
5. Girls Just Want to Have Fun
Yes. We. Do. And I make sure I try everyday. Sometimes there's a much needed karaoke night out, but for all those other times, it's okay to be silly at home and to love your life.
6. What's Love Got to Do With It?
Sometimes it's just about being honest - with yourself and with others. It is important to remember that this is your life and you call the shots. You can't please everyone, but you can please yourself and give yourself the best life you can. Speak up and be happy with your decisions.
7. Here Comes The Rain Again
Annie Lennox couldn't have predicted that the rain would come for everyone at least once. It happens, so does shit. Life throws curve balls all the time, it's how you handle them that makes or breaks you.
8. I Think We're Alone Now
Or at least that's how we should live, happily with no negative outside influences. It's not hard to be friendly, polite and compassionate. It's also not hard to keep your butt in the house if you're angry.
9. We Are a Part of A Rhythm Nation
If you never read a song lyric, please read these. This gives me hope for today. We can get it together as a human race. Maybe every fight should end in a dance battle and maybe that would show how much all lives matter.
10. I Want to Dance With Somebody
With somebody who loves me! I am worth it. I am worth loving. I should be respected, I should be smiled at at the grocery store by a stranger because I do that. I see your worth and I will make you see mine. I will dance through life, while maintaining a budget, taking care of the house, raising brilliant kids, and being a sharp wife. Yes!
