Eat. Pray. Love.

Well, I saw "Eat.Pray.Love" at the theatre Sunday night with Natashaw. What an excellent movie!

I have to admit I nearly brushed it off because Oprah had totally gone wild over the book. Knowing Oprah, the book was some sort of self help, new age, spiritual book....

Then I saw the preview and it really stirred something within me. I dont know if it was Julia Robert's endearing laugh and smile, or just the storyline about a woman in search for something MORE in life.
It was both. ;)

I often feel like I am caught in the rat race of life. We are all thrown titles; each title coming with obligations and responsibilities. It's so easy to take on that title, and then suffocate because the passion of life has been sucked dry out of you.

Anyways, this movie about Elizabeth Gilbert (the author) was extraordinary. One woman's search for peace and wholeness, purpose and passion, forgiveness and healing --> VERY inspiring.

It's hard to return to the day-to-day life after watching it!

But I pray that God would open doors in my life for incredible opportunities. I don't want to live a dull, auto-piloted life. :)

Speaking of which, I saw GAGA last Tuesday night (Aug 24,2010) and the concert was FREAKING INSPIRING!! Amazing. Mind blowing. Details to come soon!

Mwah!
-Danae

Yellow

I was driving home from Merritt on Sunday (Aug 22, 2010) listening to a mix of Coldplay songs.

Just when I looked up to see a rainbow, Chris Martin was singing "For You I'd bleed myself dry" from the song "Yellow."

Felt like a love song from Jesus.....


=)

Paparazzi

When I grow up, I want to be just like Gaga. ;)

"When a Tornado Meets a Volcano."

Today is me and Bran's 5th wedding anniversary! It's hard to believe that 5 years ago today, we committed our lives to each other in front of friends, family and God. It's hard to believe how much has happened in those 5 years, and how different our lives are compared to what I had ever imagined.

5 years ago:

• I was 19 and Bran was 24. (I am now 24 and he is 29!)
  
• He was driving an 88 Oldsmobile and I was driving a 93' Ford Escort.
• I had only been at my job at Interior Health for about a year.
• My parents were still married.
• Bran preached once a month.
• I was too shy to sing in front of the church.
  
• We were living the basement of my parent's home.
• Bran wasn't a permanent resident of Canada and therefore could not work. I had to sponsor him and we had to go through a long paperwork journey.
• I still had my "N" to drive!
  

That's all I can really come up with right now!

It's funny because we didn't have much, and definitely didn't have a promise of much because Bran was not able to work because he was not a permanent resident yet. Somehow, we knew we would be OK. Bran always told me that when he was called into ministry, he always felt God promised him that He would take care of his family. And it has come to pass.

What has changed since 2005?

• We bought a house! It's more than enough for us - it's home!
  
• Brandon is full time pastor!
  
• I am still at the same job at IHA - however, a permanent employee, not casual!
  
• Bought a 2008 Saturn Astra!
  
• I am leading a worship team of AWESOME people.
• We are experiencing the grace and favour of God every day.

It seems to me that sometimes we are living pay cheque to pay cheque, but we have encountered God's faithfulness. Never once have we ever had to use the food bank. Never once have we been late with our mortgage or car payment. God has been so good to us.

There are some things I thought would be different by now. I thought by 2010 we might have a kid or two. I thought I might be doing hair dressing instead of being an admin assistant. I thought my parents would still be happily in love with each other. I thought we might be living in a tiny little apartment or really old run down house. I thought I would still be friends with some people, and not with others. I thought I would still be in contact with all my family members.

I look forward to the future.

It has been a very wonderful, fun filled, love embraced life time.

Brandon is the most sweetest, awesome, hottest, bestest husband - and can't wait for the all that God has in store for us in the next couple years!!!

Addition Music Selections....

Well since I dont really have much to say at le moment, I am going to provide you with some NEW music suggestions:

1. Cory Asbury "Let Me See Your Eyes." This CD is so musically diverse and creative - I LOVE IT! He comes from the International House of Prayer and I am so in awe of how this CD was put together.
"Beloved" is a cool song with rap lyrics and a catchy melody singing verses from the Songs of Solomon. Favorite line: "My beloved is beautiful. Dazzling and Excellent."
"Always Faithful" was a spontaneous prophetic song recorded in the studio.
He pushes the limits using rap, pop, r & b, softer songs, etc - and blending them all into very sincere, genuine WORSHIP songs proving that worship music can be found in any genre of music....not just the old school peppy songs!
Definitely a favorite!

2. Misty Edwards "Fling Wide." Another artist hailing from International House of Prayer....this live album is sooooooo AWESOME. I think this is her best work yet. Favorite songs include "With Arms Wide Open" which is like a narrated song in which she delicately asks what is love? And then sees Jesus on the cross with his arms wide open, calling out, You shall love me. So amazing. Other favorites include "Fling Wide" and "Rend the Heavens."

3. Rick Pino "The Narrow Road." You can never go wrong with a Rick Pino album. This dude PUSHES THE LIMITS with his music and CHALLENGES YOU with his lyrics. For example, in "Come Make War" he sings, "There's a new breed arising with fire in our eyes. We ain't scared of nothing because we have already died." So powerful!!! :) His voice alone is just so wonderful, but then you add his passion for the Lord, and you have albums that will bless you and inspire you.
As a worship leader, I definitely look to Rick Pino as like a "mentor" even though we have never had conversations, haha. :)

So those are my newest music selections.
Enjoy!
Mucho Lovo....Danae

Fell Off the Blogging Wagon...

As Hugh Grant says, "Whoopsie Daisies" =)

Good Tunez!

Needing some music to lift your spirits?
Here are some albums and songs you should consider listening to! =)

• On the Rim of the Visible World - Jason Upton
• Songs for An End Time Army - Rick Pino
• Holy - Matt Gilman & Corey Asbury

Those are my favorite *new*albums. Of course, listen to ANY Jason Upton or Rick Pino cd and you will be sure to feel blessed!

I would say the same about Matt Gilman and Cory Asbury, but they are NEW so I dont think they have any other cds!

Wait...Cory Asbury does! But I havent heard it yet, but I am sure its fabulous.

Okay well thats it for now.