Part 1. Vegitarianism. Days 3-7.
Wow, a lot has happened in the last 4 days. I saw Mute Math and Eisley on Tuesday. Switchfoot, Relient K, and Ruth on Wednesday. And all the while I've been sticking to my veggie guns. And it's actually getting easier. And i rather like it.
I also feel compelled to let you all know about something was inspiring to me. While I was working yesterday, an older gentleman came up wanting some donuts. Generally not a strange occurance, but this guy was deaf. After nearly 5 minutes of trying to communicate, I finally got his order right and he paid me and I gave him his change. He mouthed 'thank you' and got in his car and left.
This is significant, really I promise. The entire time we were struggling to communicate, i never once saw frustration on this man's face. In fact, he seemed to find our predicament rather humorous. And that got me thinking. Why? Perhaps he had just gotten used to it. He's been deaf for so long that it's just normal to him. But this guy had a joy about him. Like he really relished life. So the experience has me wondering about my priorities. The one thing in my life right now that constantly gives me satisfaction and brings me happiness is music. The music made by other people, as well as my own. If, say, I became deaf, I would not be able to experience music. So where would that leave me? On the top of a building ready to jump? I mean, i know it sounds drastic, but that would be a giant change for me.
So here i sit, eating mac and cheese, wondering. Maybe i need to reevaluate myself and the things I hold near and dear. I recently posted some lyrics lamenting our shortsightedness as a race. I have found that same affliction in myself. So maybe, I should be focusing first on loving and then second on music and other things that, ultimately, won't last past this life.
That man came to in for more donuts today. And seemed legitimately excited to see me. And I found myself pretty pumped to see him too. I hope to find interaction with my new friend on a regular basis. Perhaps it will keep my priorities in tact.
And that ends part 1.
Part 2. Lyricism.
This one's called 'Let It Be Love'
What is the reason? What is the rhyme?
What is the cost of this wasted time?
What is this season? The rainclouds are fine
When the silver lining meets my eyes
Whoa Oh love is everlasting
Whoa Oh sing of this salvation
Whoa Oh love is everlasting
Whoa Oh sing of this salvation
I'm guilty of treason. There's no point in trying.
grace as a consequence does not fit the crime
Can I sing louder? Will my voice carry far?
Is there anything meaningful left in this life?
rpt ch.
Let it be love
Let it be love
Let it be love and nothing else
(4x)
I am the reason. We are the rhyme.
That the Son of Heaven came here to die
Sing this one softly. Or sing it out loud.
The world needs to know what we've got in our sights
As always, criticism is appreciated.
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3 comments:
Veggie huh? See, its not bad. People don't understand how easy it is. :D
I stumbled across your blog and I feel compelled to comment, I hope that's okay. First of all, you have an awesome taste in music. Second, your vegetarian experiment is really interesting. A few years back I had seen a documentary about slaughter houses and couldn't eat meat for about a month. Third, I really like the way you write. And I'm not referring to your poem (though it is quite nice). You have a very natural writing style on your blog here.
Just felt like I'd mention those things. Hope its okay that its coming from a totally random stranger.
This was encouraging for me to read about your experience with the deaf guy. God is always faithful to remind us of Him in light of life through situations we never thought possible. Umm... I was vegan for a long time. It actually is very nice and I had endless energy and did all activities a million times better!
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