I admit it. I’m a total sap around the holidays. Remember those Folgers commercials where the son who lived far away would show up on Christmas morning and wake the family up to his surprise by brewing coffee? Yeah. I cried. How could I not? He made coffee!!! And he showed up for the best surprise to his family ever.
So maybe it’s the sap in me, or maybe it’s the storyline, but The Carpenters song Merry Christmas, Darling hits my softy button. First, it was my mom’s favorite Christmas song while I was growing up. Second, Karen Carpenter had a beautiful voice and died way too soon. Even the most beautiful person can battle with self image issues. Karen Carpenter, with her beauty, talent, fame and money still struggled, and she’s not alone.
One of the bravest, most wonderful friends I’ve come to know on here has her own very inspirational story of recovery and self acceptance. If you’ve never been to August’s page I encourage you to stop by. Between her candid discussions of her battle with anorexia and her Girl Boner posts, she’s someone I’ve become honored to be friends with.
Anyway, in honor of all the lovers and all the folks who may be struggling…here’s a beautiful song from a beautiful lady.
We have a cd of this album, and you bet, it’s played over and over again til Christmas day. karen Carpenter died too young. She still had so much to give.
Could not agree more…
Way to make a girl tear up just when she could use it! You are so sweet, Kitt. Thank you for the beautiful shout out with a song that couldn’t be more perfect. 🙂 I’m so grateful to call you friend.
My pleasure, August. I meant every word.
*HUGS*
Oh God, not the Folger’s commercials. Lol.
I know, right? LOL!
A beautiful melodic voice of Karen ~ how many of those we appreciated in life for what they brought to us. Again you have chosen well and I am enjoying your choices. xx
I’m so glad, Jen.
Beautiful, thank you for that 😉
My pleasure!
It is a pity she died so young. Even when they tried ot help her it was to no avail. Such a voice. You really are a sap for the holidays. 🙂
I truly am.