Not quite a week has passed since Thanksgiving; and the past holiday was spent eating lots of food, resting, relaxing and spending time with my family.
There were no Black Friday sales for me last Friday – I left that up to others.
There were no movies this past weekend – too many people out and about.
Today another Tuesday and the week after Thanksgiving and all is calm, peaceful, and easy.
Several weeks ago, fellow blogger and friend Brooke over at theutopiauniverse published a post ‘SATURDAY’, that I felt appropriate for today; Tuesday.
When I read the post, for some reason it reminded me of the song ‘Sing’ by ‘The Carpenters’.
The lyrics and tune are simple and I think sometimes it would be nice if life was the same – simple.
But sometimes this time of year with the holidays – life is all but simple.
When I read Brooke’s post several weeks ago, I thought it simple – she took simple words and reminded us all to do something simple –
Don’t Forget To Live
Thank you, Brooke, for the reminder, I appreciate it very much. For those readers unfamiliar with Brooke’s blog, please take a visit to her site theutopiauniverse.
The ending lyrics to the song ‘Sing’ by The Carpenters are –
Sing, sing a song
Make it simple to last
Your whole life long
Don’t worry that it’s not
Good enough for anyone
Else to hear
Just sing, sing a song.
If today you are working, resting, relaxing, shopping, seeing a movie or something else. Remember what Brooke tells us –
Don’t Forget To Live
Let’s also not forget what The Carpenters sang 43 years ago –
Sing, sing a song.
Make it simple to last
Your whole life long
My mom used to listen to the Carpenters all the time when I was little. I love the simplicity, yet complexity of their lyrics. Wishing you a good day!
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Glad you have some good memories. The Carpenters are one of my favorite groups of all time. Have a great day Marci. 🙂
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Great song and lovely message! We definitely should not forget to live! Though many people seem to do exactly that by getting distracted from the main things in life… Have a very lovely day, Terry! 🙂 xxxxxx
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We do get caught up in so many things in life, it is no longer simple. But, then again we do have some control over some of it – thanks Sarah, you have a lovely day as well. 🙂
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Somehow I think life never was as simple as we tend to think, even without all our new technologies… it would have been just differently difficult. Wish you a wonderful and happy day! xxxxxx
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Yes, you most likely are correct – but I think back to my younger years and it seem so simple – but then again, I was young with less worries. Thanks Sarah! 🙂
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Thats exactly it: less worries when you´re young! Maybe that´s why everybody tries to stay young as much as they can 😉 But I think there are also benefits from being older, well at least I hope there are 😉 Have a wonderful day, Terry!xxxx
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Hi, Thank you for my mention today, it is appreciated,glad to see you are relaxing after your trip, getting ready for your cruise !! Now you are living !! is that not a great feeling, have a fabulous day, take care x
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You are welcome Brooke, I always enjoy reading your inspiring posts. Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate you very much – happy day my friend! 🙂
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I’m about to check out theutopiauniverse for myself but first I must acknowledge that I love the Carpenters and I do love that song not just for the melody and Karen’s crystal-velvet voice but also the lyrics. It has a very good point. And I think we need to embrace it!
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Osyth, The Carpenters are one of my all time favorite groups – I never become tired of listening to their music. And please check out Brooks blog, she has inspiring posts. 🙂
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I’ve just spent a happy twenty minutes rummaging through her blog and I will follow her …. it is beautifully inspiring and speaks of things that are precious to me, like friendship!
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Yes! I will keep these in mind today (and hopefully going forward as well!)
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Thanks Sarah, have a great day! 🙂
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It has been a very very long time since I have heard this song. I find it quite soothing, and a definite message. Life is busy these days but one thing is for sure, a person does have some form of control. Some people thrive in the busy life, but simple sounds good to me right now. Have a beautiful day 🙂
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I am very glad you enjoy this song Lynne, it makes me smile. I hope your day is beautiful as well. 🙂
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I have not heard this song in many years! Such a positive message. xo
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It is a great song – thank you Kathryn, I appreciate you taking time to read and comment. 🙂
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I am wincing because I want to like your post, which I do, I like its message, but I’m really sorry, I really really don’t like the sugary, sentimental Carpenters (I know she died tragically young, but this is about their music and their appearance not her life). I am pleased however that you are back and blogging and looking forward 😊
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Thank you Chris for your comment – they are always welcomed. 🙂
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I’m so glad you had a relaxing time over Thanksgiving Terry. 😃
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Thank you Su, we certainly did have a relaxing and fun Thanksgiving. 🙂
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This is a great song! Thanks for this post Terry xxx
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Thank you Lynn, I am very glad you liked it. 🙂
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I believe Karen Carpenter had one of the most beautiful voices of all time. A perfect alto , who could deliver a song with so much emotion and warmth. I was just listening to “Merry Christmas , Darling”, one of my all time favorites. I loved your post. – Lola 🌺
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I heard ‘Merry Christmas, Darling’ a couple of days ago on the radio – I agree, it is one of my favorites also. Thanks Lola for stopping by to read and comment. Have a happy day! 🙂
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As soon as I saw your title I could hear our jr. high chorus singing this song. Amazingly I even remembered the words. How are you doing Terry?
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So glad you have some memories related to this song Steph. I am doing well, thank you for asking. Happy Wednesday! 🙂
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Loved the Carpenters, Karen had the most remarkable voice, no one ever like her.
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I agree Anna, they are a favorite of mine! Thanks for stopping by – have a great day! 🙂
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