Well, it's Valentine's Day. I guess if I should update this thing, it should be today. And in order "to kill two birds with one stone", it also seems like a fitting time to discuss the song "Bless the Broken Road" (which I promised I would share my feelings on eons ago).
First off, Happy Valentine's Day to everyone out there in Blogger Land. Whether you are single or taken, have a great one! Obviously I don't need to remind those who are already in a relationship with someone to do something special today, but I guess it wouldn't hurt. So,......: Do something special today (and that includes girls for their guys)!
OK, on to the songs. A friend bought me a Rascal Flatts CD awhile back and asked me to listen to "Bless the Broken Road" and "Skin (Sarabeth)". "Skin" was a good song (I prefer Bill Mallonee's "Skin" instead), but it is difficult for me to relate to. Do I really need to explain why? LOL. (OK.: 1.) I am not a girl. 2). The physical circumstances of my life don't really mirror Sarabeth's. 3). I didn't go to any dances in high school. Yeah, I am having trouble relating.) I can see how it would be a very emotional song for some people, though.
As for "Broken Road", however, it seems to strike more of a chord with me. I don't have the time or space to get into all of that at the moment. The biggest thing I thought about after listening to it, though, was that if you have never had your heart broken in the past, this song would mean absolutely nothing to you. Nothing. Period. If you have never been ditched by a significant other or your dating life has resembled a fairy tale over the years, then this song would just be one about rejected people pitying themselves, trying to find some false sense of hope in finding someone better later on down the road, or making an excuse as to why their current relationship has come together. I have to admit, it sounds like a very good song to use at a wedding. Keep that in mind.
And so I will leave with these points:
For people who have done things the right way in the world of dating and have had their hearts broken, "Don't give up. Stick to what has got you where you are. Be more concerned that the stand you have taken is seen as good in God's sight. More often than not those who have broken your heart will end up regretting it (and if not, then maybe they'll just end up settling for less)."
As for those in the "heart-breaking" business, I don't really know what to say. Going through experiences we put other people through often causes us to reevaluate how we handle things later on in life. Hopefully your experiences make you wiser. As for handling things in relationships the proper way, make an effort to do that in the future. If you've messed up, turn to Jesus. His love is unconditional.
Yeah, that's a wrap. Peace out everyone.
