I thought I needed to quit writing. So many things have been going on and it would pretty much be safe to say that my life right now resembles a cross between a Lifetime movie, Jerry Springer, and a Dr. Phil episode. With a smattering of Grey’s Anatomy for good measure.
No, seriously.
Even more so than it already was.
(How this can be possible, you may ask, I know, but go with me. Just trust.)
My life…in the past two weeks has been spinning out of control (literally) and I just about threw my hands up in the air and wanted to say “fuck it.”
But I didn’t.
(Not toally.)
I took some time. I cried. I slept. I retreated to the open arms of my amazingly supportive family and close friends.
………………………………………………………………..
I’m not healed.
(I’m not even close.)
Because this break, is deeper than one I’ve ever dealt with before. It’s a thin line going to the very centre of my being…a crack in the delicately strong china plate.
But that, is also why they make superglue.
In my case, my superglue is my amazing cast of friends, family, and those of you out there who wrote such kind words of concern, and support.
I’m trying to put myself back together. I have hope…a small, glimmering flicker of hope that things happen for a reason.
And when I do, I will be a better person for all of this.
………………………………………………………………..
So…I thought I could do it without you all. Turns out I can’t.
While it may take a little while for me to figure out the crossroads I’m at in my life right now, I realize I can’t give this up. Perhaps someday I’ll be able to verbalize and put into writing everything that happened, that led me to that decision the other day…but it’s not going to happen right now.
That being said.
I need this blog. And I found myself missing it more than I thought I would.
And I need you all, more than I ever did before.
So…I’m back. I’m so sorry for crying “wolf.”
(And to complete this selfish bitch road I’m on, toying wiht my reader’s emotions, I need all of your help.)
I need songs people. Songs that will not remind me of my past. Because if I hear the music on my iTunes library one more time I may just chuck the laptop out the window.
And that’s not good, because then I couldn’t blog.
Obvi.
So help me dear Internets. Tell me songs. Songs that give you a sense of power, ones you listen to when you’re scattered in pieces all over the floor, but are trying like hell to pick them up, and glue yourself back together.
Because right now, I need all of the stock of glue inventory I can get my hands on.
Loves. Always.
xoxo,
bb
November 16, 2008 at 6:27 pm
I listen to too much sappy shit, so I won’t even go there right now. But! Welcome back. We’ll just say you went on vacay.
November 16, 2008 at 6:48 pm
Last year when I was at my lowest power ever, had no idea who I was I saw Pixar’s Cars. Then during the credits I heard a song from Brad Paisley called Find Yourself. That became my theme song for a long time. There was also For Good from the Wicked Broadway show but that might actually make you feel worse, don’t really now.
*hugs* Welcome back bb, the internets wouldn’t be the same without you.
November 16, 2008 at 6:56 pm
Kellie Pickler, “Red High Heels”
November 16, 2008 at 7:16 pm
Glad you’re back!
When I’m down or need a little motivation, I listen to Hanna Pakarinen “Go Go”
November 16, 2008 at 7:24 pm
Yay!!! My reader wouldn’t have been the same without you
Stupidly- I listen to christmas music when I’m feeling crappy. Yess…Christmas music. It doesn’t matter what time of year either. Why? Because I love that time of year. Christmas music makes me happy
Otherwise- Pink has some good girly power songs. Heck- Spice Girls! girl power. haha. No? ok…. Swing by Savage is my personal fave right now and Womanizer by Britney. Yes my song collection is sometimes lame. But I’m completely ok with that.
Glad you’re back B.
November 16, 2008 at 7:41 pm
Tres happy to get your email today, lady! I’m glad you have something like writing here for you during these rough times. And, of course, big virtual hugs.
And songs!
Silver Lining and Portions for Foxes by Rilo Kiley.
Army of Me by Bjork (I know lots of people aren’t big Bjork fans, but the lyrics are pretty bad ass)
Dixie Chicks and MGMT are totally different but delicious to dance to.
November 16, 2008 at 7:54 pm
Stand Back Up by Sugarland!
Welcome back!!!
November 16, 2008 at 8:19 pm
I’m glad to continue to get the chance to read you but I’m sorry for what you are going through.
This year through my move to go to grad school to change my career to breakup with the bf to graduating and moving back home, home while job searching through rejection and still trying to find the right fit, I’ve been in limbo waiting for my next chapter to begin for far too long.
These songs have helped and empowered, and through them I’ve started to imagine what will be and daydream again. When it that starts to happen, BB, hold on to it and celebrate it.
I hear the bells – Mike Doughty
Ashes – Embrace
Comes and goes in waves – Greg Laswell
Ooh Child – Beth Orton’s version
Western Meadowlark – Brown Recluse Sings
The Adventure – Angels & Airwaves
Bombs over Baghdad – Outkast (not really empowering but is a sure way to get me to start bopping in my seat)
And even though I’m out of my quarterlife crisis and holding hands with Saturn’s Return, Why Georgia by John Mayer still gets it.
Wedding Day – Rosie Thomas (Not what you think AT ALL – it’s actually a break up song and it’s outstanding).
Big hugs to you – and glue.
November 16, 2008 at 8:28 pm
Glad to have you back, no matter what the circumstances might be…
We are on the same boat now, I guess, and I felt a great deal of relief when I blogged about my sticky situation. I hope you’ll find just the same with your blogging.
And for songs, I might have something quite special for you… Drop me an e-mail!
November 16, 2008 at 8:44 pm
I will survive – Gloria Gaynor – It’s as old as shit but it gets the job done.
Put it down – Mike Doughty – the rockingest therapy you will ever find…anywhere
Three Little Birds – Bob Marley – Will talk you down from the ledge everytime
One – The version with Mary J Blige and Bono
Freakin’ awesome.
Fix You – Coldplay – Before you call bullshit on me, give this a listen and just let yourself have a good cry out. It does help.
Help Me find My Way – Rooney – I know teenybopper band but this song is just beautiful. And fitting.
Hope I’ve helped you a little.
Peace – Rene
Take your time, it does get better.
November 16, 2008 at 8:56 pm
{{{hugs}}}
Songs that lift me up:
Almost anything by Tom Petty but especially Free Falling, Into the Great Wide Open and Running Down a Dream
Verve – Bittersweet Symphony
Pat Benatar – Invincible
Lately I’ve also been cheered up by:
Metro Station – Shake It
Young Love – Find a New Way
I’ll try to think of some more…
November 16, 2008 at 9:09 pm
i am a totally lurking on your blog, but i love it and i’m glad to have you back in my reader. i am sorry to hear about your recent trials.
so i wish you strength with some of my favorite cheer up songs.
‘anything i’m not’ by lenka
‘believe’ by suzie mcneil
and really anything lady gaga sings makes me smile
and the veronicas are some crazy ass chicks with some great kick ass songs. so i would check them out
feel better
November 16, 2008 at 9:10 pm
Hey if this blog helps you, then keep it. No one is forcing you out. And I feel like you and I are in the same place, only I’m not brave enough to let the blogging world in on it. I hope that things get better for you. And don’t let other people bring you down. They are not worth it.
November 16, 2008 at 9:13 pm
I am a big ball of cheese, but nothing perks me up like the soundtracks to Broadway musicals! I recommend Cabaret, or You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown.
Also, nearly anything by The Detroit Cobras puts me in an unbeat, ass-kicking (in a good way) kinda mood. Except for the song “Let’s Forget About the Past” because, duh, that’s exactly what it will make you think about.
November 16, 2008 at 9:14 pm
And that should have said *UP*beat. Not UN. oops.
November 16, 2008 at 9:23 pm
So glad you’re back <3
November 16, 2008 at 9:49 pm
Ingrid Michaelson – “Be Ok”
Sara Bareilles – “Love Song”
Katharine McPhee – “Not Ur Girl” or “Open toes”
Paolo Nutini – “new shoes”
November 16, 2008 at 10:25 pm
Beyonce – Irreplaceable
It makes me feel strong and diva-like when I listen to it and sing along.
November 16, 2008 at 10:55 pm
Ohh I’m so glad to see you back in my google reader
I’ll send you all the glue supplies I got hiding in my closet…
I happen to LOVE:
O.A.R.’s Shattered (Turn the Car Around),
I second 16paws with Beyonce Irreplaceable AND If I were a Boy. Ciara’s Like a Boy,
Coldplay’s Fix You
Fergie: Fergalicious (You can change the words to barbielicious and it would totally work. a good pick me up song maybe?
Daughtry: Over You
George Michael: Freedom
Enrique Iglesias: I Will Survive (really good song, helped me through D lol)
Rihanna-Take a Bow
Try anything by Tyrone Wells, I love his “Hold On” CD, very good.
November 16, 2008 at 11:10 pm
For sad moods when you feel like staying morose: Middle Distance Runner by Sea Wolf and Coughing Colors by Tilly and the Wall.
November 16, 2008 at 11:22 pm
I am totally de-lurking myself right now to tell you how awesome I think you are and how glad I am that you’re not giving up the blog. That being said, here are some awesome cheer up songs I absolutely love:
Take Me as I Am and Settlin’- Sugarland
Love Song for No One – John Mayer
Long Gone – Lady Antebellum
Bruised – Jack’s Mannequin
It’s Only Life and No Good- Kate Voegele
November 16, 2008 at 11:24 pm
Stand – rascal flatts
Better in time – Leona Lewis
So many… Can’t pick! Email me if you need more.
November 17, 2008 at 12:12 am
bb, I’m SO GLAD to see you back. I know I haven’t been a great commenter, but I am an avid reader, and my heart truly goes out to you. Hang in there.
I’ve been on a Delta Goodrem kick recently, and I’d recommend her, especially “Believe Again” and “In This Life.”
xo.
November 17, 2008 at 2:05 am
Ani DiFranco – 32 Flavors
Amel Larrieux – Bravebird
India Arie & Sergio Mendes – Timeless
Pat Benetar – Heartbreaker
Lauryn hill – That Thing
Beyonce & JayZ – Hollywood
Madonna – Like A Virgin
Brittney Spears – My Perogative
Jill Scott – Crown Royal
Lisa Loeb- I Do
Keshia Cola & Missy Elliot – Let It Go
Michael Jackson – Billie Jean
Run DMC – It’s Tricky
Santogold – Shove It
Scissor Sisters – I Don’t Feel Like Dancing
Supreme Beings Of Leisure – Strangelove Addiction
Zhane & Busta Rhymes – It’s A Party
The Offspring – Pretty Fly For A White Guy
Sorry for so many songs. Download them all. Trust me. Life is all good girl
xox Bird cristalash.blogspot.com
November 17, 2008 at 2:42 am
You’re here! You’re back! I wish we knew what sort of crappiness happened, but at least you’re healing yourself, right? (And I hope it didn’t have to do with Ken…)
some of my “empowerment” songs…
*Freak Out (Avril Lavigne) (my sister’s best friend says this is her theme song, btw)
*Keep Holding On (Avril Lavigne)
*Letter to Me (Brad Paisley) (this is good – awesome, actually – but always makes me cry. still upbuilding though)
*Bennie and the Jets (Elton John)
*Crocodile Rock (Elton John)
*Red Umbrella (Faith Hill)
*You Can’t Hurry Love (Phil Collins)
*Play With Fire (Hilary Duff)
*Who We Are (Hope Partlow) (one of MY personal theme songs)
*The Remedy (Jason Mraz)
*Who I Am (Jessica Andrews)
*Living in Fast Forward (Kenny Chesney)
*Supergirl (Krystal) (i think this song was in princess diaries 1, at the beginning.) (didn’t like the movie, but i love the song)
*Extraordinary (Mandy Moore)
*Float On (Modest Mouse)
*Single (Natasha Bedingfeild)
*Unwritten (Natasha Bedingfeild)
*Revolution (The Veronicas)
sorry, don’t know what sort of music you like but those are all awesome songs if you ask me. which you did, in a roundabout way.
November 17, 2008 at 3:42 am
I’m drawing a blank on songs right now but I wanted to say welcome back – I am glad you decided to stay…big hugs to you!
November 17, 2008 at 9:28 am
I’m glad you’re not gone, sending you many hugs!
November 17, 2008 at 10:14 am
When I was in college I used to listen to “Untouchable Face” by Ani DiFranco when anything would make me mad or upset me. When I went through some really bad times, I listened repeatedly to “Welcome Home” by Coheed and Cambria. It’s a pretty hard (musically) song, and it gets your rage out and it’s all about being cheated on, and basically telling the person who hurt you to just go fuck off already.
Anything by G. Love is always a pick me up. His voice alone is enough to make one smile.
“All These Things I’ve Done” is one by the Killers that always makes me feel better. There’s something about the ending soul/soldier part that peps me up and makes me feel amazing.
November 17, 2008 at 10:16 am
Get you some Lady Gaga, stat.
Especially, “dance”
And yes I take thanks in the form of beverages.
November 17, 2008 at 11:04 am
“love today” by MiKa, “new soul” by Yelle
if you need the mp3’s let me know
I’d be happy to pass them along. Actually…email me your address. I’ll send you a fun happy mix with good songs that HOPEFULLY won’t send you into a rage of nostalgia <3
November 17, 2008 at 11:05 am
wait…new soul is by Yael Naim. Not yelle. I’m an idiot. and hungover on a monday so don’t mind me. <3
November 17, 2008 at 12:01 pm
being that i’ve been absent for the past two weeks, your email was a shocker!!! i’m glad you’re not leaving and this instant i want you to listen to infinity 2008 by guru josh project. it’ll have you jumping up and down. tell me if you like. i miss you!!!
November 17, 2008 at 12:32 pm
Well to go really old school…
“I Will Survive”
I tell you, my mother got through my parents divorce with this song, it can get you through anything! Sort of cheesy but awesome.
November 17, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Everything’s better with Barbie back to blogging!
I missed you, even for that short time.
And we are always here for you!
I will email you later with some song suggestions. The only one I can think of right now is “Don’t Rain On My Parade”!
♥
November 17, 2008 at 1:30 pm
Sweet, by Jehro. You will love it. And life can be sweet, really.
November 17, 2008 at 1:34 pm
I’m glad you’re back! Just hope you know that things will heal… eventually. Give it time. We’re all here for you. To listen to you rant, to listen to you vent, to listen to you pour your heart out. We’re here.
I always think “Fighter” by Christina Aguilara helps me feel empowered and like nothing can bring me down.
November 17, 2008 at 2:00 pm
per e-mail that I already sent….thank gawd you are back. xo
November 17, 2008 at 3:00 pm
for me, writing is better than therapy (seriously), so if it helps – DO IT.
as for music, when my life was hell & i couldn’t listen to stuff i loved, i listened to meditation music. silly, i know, but it doesn’t have words so i couldn’t read anything into it or bring back memories of anything bad. & when i felt really sad i would imagine i was in the middle of a massage – what’s better than that? ok a few things….but you get me.
November 17, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Glad you’re back and I’m praying for you.
If you need to go again do so – just do what’s right for you.
P.S. I find Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” wonderful.
November 17, 2008 at 4:04 pm
Some of these are old, but they always made me feel a bit empowered:
-Champagne High by Sister Hazel
-I Don’t Feel Like Dancing by Scissor Sisters
-Grace Kelly by Mika
-Hold on Loosely by 38 Special
And I like So What by Pink – very popular right now, but quite a girl anthem!
So glad you are back.
November 17, 2008 at 4:29 pm
I am a complete sap for songs. These are a couple that satisfied my need for pretty, but uplifting. Sorry they’re so old…
Because I can – Leann Rimes
I’ll be okay – Amanda Marshall
Stronger – Faith Hill
November 17, 2008 at 5:26 pm
I’m sorry things are so shitty right now. I’m glad you’re back though.
Recent music I’ve been listen to:
- Kings of Leon
- Okkervil River
- Stars
Good luck with everything.
November 17, 2008 at 5:58 pm
I’m happy you’ve returned, and I wish you the best.
Song recommendation: Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield
November 17, 2008 at 7:02 pm
Whenever I’m down in the dumps, I want to listen to some ass kicking music. Music that makes me feel like putting on cowboy boots and strutting down the main street looking tough and sexy. At least in my head.
Right now I am totally digging ‘Grounds for Divorce’ by Elbow. Totally makes me feel macho.
xx
November 17, 2008 at 7:07 pm
glad you are back! i was sad when i saw that you were leaving us.
p.s. i’m finding a new blog address but i will keep you posted!
November 17, 2008 at 7:24 pm
Yay! I’m so glad you just went on a much needed vacay! The two songs I immediately thought of have already been mentioned but I’ll re-mention them.
Kellie Pickler, “Red High Heels”
Sugarland, “Stand Back Up”
November 17, 2008 at 8:39 pm
Email your address… I’ll send you a few cds. We missed you in the day or so you were gone- you know we’re all here for you. Email or call any time barbs
November 17, 2008 at 11:00 pm
Well, on a totally selfish note, I am glad you aren’t gone (and if you need to be, I wish you the very very best of everything!). Songs that make me feel good:
When I’m Up (by Great Big Sea, on Rant and Roar)
Going up (same band, same album)
The Old Black Rum (same band, same album)
Pretty much the whole album of Boston (by Boston – what? I’m old.)
November 17, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Oh, and Ride Sally Ride. Pick your artist.
November 18, 2008 at 12:13 am
when i’m
i still listen to those crappy songs… all teary eye and shit -so no advice on songs here.
So happy to see you back blogging.
Take your time… BB – the day you think you’ll never get thru, you’ll get over everything.
November 18, 2008 at 11:20 am
I have to agree with a a lot of people on here, I listen to the sad shit. So I wont post any of those… But one song that always makes me feel amazing is….
Hurts So Good- John Mellencamp (Even just thinking about it makes me smile)
And Honestly, I’m not that old, to be completely honest, if it was made before ‘87 I wasn’t even around.
But really, Sometimes you have to listen to those songs that are so strange, so out there that you have to laugh. i.e. “Shake Ya Tailfeather”, by Nelly.
Britney, shes kinda an ass kicker, well before the whole shave all my hair off, I’m going crazy thing. Her upbeat songs make you wanna belt it out and dance in your car!
November 18, 2008 at 12:01 pm
This is my first time commenting, but I just wanted to say that I am glad you are back. I have been reading for a while and would have missed your blog. It is real and relatable. I hope everything works out
November 18, 2008 at 12:05 pm
I’m glad you’re back, BB. I just found your blog the day before you decided you might not write again. I read your entire blog in two days, lol. I’m so glad I checked back today!
I hope things get better for you, bb.
As far as music… My taste is all over the place…really–I love everything! For a good pick-me-up, try Sublime, Rage, Tool, Disturbed, (old) Beastie Boys …. no, no sadness in any of those, lol.
November 18, 2008 at 12:27 pm
Kimya Dawson’s “I Like Giants” – she’s the chick from the Juno soundtrack, and personally, I think she’s awesome. It’s a super fun song about gaining perspective.
Also, I’m glad you’re back – I’ve been following you for a long while and was sad to see you go.
November 18, 2008 at 5:18 pm
welcome back barbie
as for some songs, i’ve been addicted to:
“poker face” – lady gaga
“just dance” – lady gaga
“so what” – p!nk
all fabulous dance jams. just dance it out, dance it out!
November 18, 2008 at 5:45 pm
Glad to have you back…totally missed you.
My ‘I can kick your ass’ or ‘I might be in a good enough mood to deal with you – try your luck’ play list:
Overweight – Blue October
Sound of Heaven Pulling Down – Blue October
Golden Years – David Bowie
Catch My Fall – The Elliots
Paralyzer – Finger Eleven
Love Remains The Same – Gavin Rossdale
CrazyBitch – Buckcherry
Nickelback – pretty much anything…
Your Guardian Angel – Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
Burnin’ Bridges – Slaughter (yep, gotta have at least one 80’s hair band song)
Supermassive Black Hole – Muse
Unwritten – Natasha Bedingfield
My ‘wallow’ play list:
Into the Ocean – Blue October
Hate Me – Blue October
By Myself – Linkin Park
With You – Linkin Park
I’m Not Okay – My Chemical Romance
Why Does It Always Rain on Me – Travis
November 18, 2008 at 10:25 pm
Goldfrapp really does it for me sometimes.
November 19, 2008 at 3:42 am
Hey lady, can I recommend two beautiful songs?
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=rvbSiQZfACQ
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=55KhROJUIOs
November 20, 2008 at 8:45 pm
Rachael Yamagata is really awesome. I saw her open for Sara Bareilles. “Collide”, “Reason Why” and “Be, Be Your Love” are amazing. I promise they will help!!
November 25, 2008 at 12:42 am
Oh yay! I’m so glad you’re back!!! Hopefully my song suggestion will help you get back on your feet BB: anything by Pink Martini! Seriously, you can’t be sad while listening to this group.
November 29, 2008 at 3:49 am
I have only been reading your blog for about a week, but have fallen head over heels with it.
Whenever I am in need of a good life I listen to Devendra Banhart – Lover, too catchy not to love.
And I agree a lot with Private Eyes.
Hang in there, Chica!
December 2, 2008 at 2:53 am
When my family stuff happened, my blog friends were super supportive. It is an odd thing….blogging. Freaders, blog gatherings, etc. Hopefully you found some good support.