Worth Fighting For

Disney’s Mulan. Who would have thought one movie could have so many applicable themes. The title of my blog was inspired by the song “A Girl Worth Fighting For” or as Natalie says “A Gerber Funny More” – but that’s a different story.  Mulan reminds me a lot of myself: she puts family first in her life, she struggles with becoming the person she knows is inside her, but she is still strong in spirit (strong willed perhaps?).

So what is worth fighting for?  Possessions are fleeting, friends can come and go (especially when you move a lot), but God willing these three things will always be with me: Faith, Family, and Self.

On Faith- I am a Christian. <Insert Apostles Creed>  This blog won’t be preachy- it’s about my life and being a follower of Christ is part of my life.  I’m by no means a perfect person. I struggle just like everyone else.

On Family –  Toby and Natalie are my life. They are the fist thing I think of when I ponder: what is worth fighting for?  I adore them, they make me laugh and smile, they make me angry, they make me cry with happiness as well as frustration, they are everything good to me.  I expect to be blogging about my family quite a bit- especially my daughter who does and says the most hilarious stuff.  Stuff about Toby I will keep to a minimum to respect his privacy.

On Self:  I think some may wonder if fighting for “self” isn’t just a selfish thought, but if you don’t fight for you, then who will?  As far as the blog goes- this will manifest itself in talking about the things I love to do like cooking or history/archeology. It will also be things I struggle with – like my continuous battle with weight. It will also be about successes and maybe things I’ve learned.  

So with that said: Let the Blogging Begin!  

Chopin's Op 64 No 2

I started playing the piano at age 12. Unfortunately, I have not been consistent in playing for all these years. The desire to play comes in waves for me. This time this piece of music got into my head and I just couldn't shake it. Chopin's Valse Op 64, No 2.  Chopin was an amazing pianist and composer, however his creativity in naming his pieces lacks immensely. It’s hard to get excited about a piece called Opus 64, No. 2. However, in spite of it's terrible name it is an amazingly beautiful piece. Listen here:

You Tube video of Chopin's Op 64 No 2

      I have never been interested in Chopin mostly because his stuff is just really difficult, but I just can't get it out of my head.  So bless my husband, he helped me drag down my digital piano from upstairs and here I am, at it again. As per the usual steps I pull out all the stuff I used to know how to play and see how terrible I do.   It’s a little scary at first, but it seems to come back quick.  All that said, this piece may still be a bit beyond my ability, but the way I see it, there’s no harm in trying -well maybe a little to the ears of those listening.  Wish me luck in my newest adventure!