Carly

Carly. That's my sister. Her and I have had a lot of good times along with some rough times. But, she has gone through so much with me, and I love having her as an older sister. We love music. We're always listening to it, singing, playing singstar..you name it. I was flipping through itunes and realized how music reminds me of people and places all the time. Here's a little list for you Carly, of all the songs we have loved, hated, and sang together.

1. The Call Out- Hit The Lights

There's a part at the beginning that we always tried to say in one breath and finally could!

2. The Snake Song- Billy Gilman

Carly and I loved Billy's country music. It was just too good. We knew every song. This was one of our favorites to sing together.

3. As If- Blaque

This song was on the original Bring It On. We watched that movie so much. Its actually ridiculous.

4. How's It Going to Be- Third Eye Blind

Now talk about a story. One day my mother wanted us to find a song for her. Problem was, she didn't know what it was called, who it was by, or even how it went. Somehow, we found it. It was truly a funny and bizarre situation.

5. War In Your Bedroom- A Change of Pace

We had so many conversations based around this song. She thought I didn't know what it was about, when in reality its obvious.

6. Stand Up- Ludacris

I remember being on vacation with my family when this song was popular. Carly and I of course made up a dance to it.

7. Mrs. Robinson- Simon & Garfunkle

Car went through a major Simon and Garfunkle phase two summers ago.

8. We Shall Be Free- Garth Brooks

Oh Garth.. I remember Carly making me listen to his music all the time. I hated it at first, but I hate to admit, he grew on me. This was my favorite.

9. Cute Without the E- Taking Back Sunday

She used to/still does sing this song ALL THE TIME.

10. Wondering- Good Charlotte

We loved them.

11. Temperature- Seam Paul

Airplane. This song. Carly dancing. Enough said

12. Chicago is so two years ago- Fall Out Boy

We were in a Chicago airport for hours and this song came on. We thought it was perfect.

13. Luckie St.- Cartel

Another one of our favorite bands. This cd was always playing in the car when we went anywhere.

14. Crushcrushscrush- Paramore

Okay. I always find songs I really like. Carly starts listening to them. She makes us play them until I hate them. This is one. I refuse to listen to it with her. I refer to it as one of the songs "you ruined". ha

15. Black Cat- Mayday Parade

We sang this a lot.

16. Jude Law and a Semester Abroad- Brand New

Not sure why, but it reminds me of her.

17. Over You-Acceptance

We actually had a huge fight over this song. Long story, but I got punched at one point.

18. Band-Cellophane Girl- Graham Colton

Carly gave me this song a couple months ago. Its fantastic.

19. Anastasi Soundtrack

We sang these songs together. Especially At the Beginning.

I love my sister!

Soundtrack to my childhood

Have you ever been somewhere and suddenly a song comes on and it reminds you of your childhood? I love those moments. Here's a little list I compiled of songs that remind me of being a kid because my parents played them around the house and what not.

1. Tainted Love- Soft Cell

They played this song at the playground that I went to when I was in elementary school. Good stuff

2. Your Wildest Dreams- The Moody Blues

I remember listening to this song on the way to the Outer Banks in the car with my mom.

3. Return to Pooh Corner- Kenny Loggins

I can honestly say that I love this song. It hits home and makes me long for those days of being a little kid.

4. Tusk- Fleetwood Mac

This was my FAVORITE song as a kid. My mom always tells a story about this song. Story goes that we were at the library and all the kindergarden kids (including myself) went around a circle saying their favorite song. All of the kids were along the lines of The Itsy Bitsy Spider or the Barney theme song. But not little Katie Hinish. I proudly said "Tusk! by Fleetwood Mac" and all of the parents stared at me and my mother.

5. Staying Alive- Bee Gees

I remember my sister and I loving this song. We would try to sing just like them, but often just sounded ridiculous.

6. Copperline- James Taylor

Anything by James Taylor reminds me of being a kid. My dad was always playing his music during car rides and my sister and I would pick our favorites.

Music is in the air

Ten songs I currently like a lot

1. Crazy- Alanis Morisette

2. Shut Your Eyes- Snow Patrol

3. Feelings Show-Colbie Calliet

4. Day Light- Coldplay

5. Heartbreak Warfare- John Mayer

6. Good Ol' Fashioned Nightmare- Matt & Kim

7. Scarborough Fair- Simon and Garfunkle

8. Traffic In the Sky- Jack Johnson

9. Fool to Think- Dave Matthews Band

10. Always- Blink 182

"I love people who make me laugh. I honestly think it's the thing I like most, to laugh. It cures a multitude of ills. It's probably the most important thing in a person."

Audrey Hepburn

Music for the mountain

"Nothing is more highly to be prized than the value of each day"

John Wolfgang von Goethe

My trip to Colorado has motivated me to make a playlist devoted solely to skiing.

So here we go with the best ski playlist!

1. I've Seen Better Days- Citizens King
2. YES- LMFAO
3. Jimmy- M.I.A.
4. Could You Be Loved- Bob Marley
5. Uprising- Muse
6. Embrace- PNAU
7. Creator- Santigold
8. Heads Will Roll- Yeah Yeah Yeahs
9. Love Today- Mika
10. Shake It- Metro Station
11. Sandstorm- Da Rude
12. Russian Privjet- Basshunter
13. Dumpweed- Blink-182
14. Better Than Heaven- Bloc Party
15. My Own Worst Enemy- Lit
16. Pretend- Number One Gun
17. You'll Find A Way- Santigold

There are just a few that I like to listen to skiing to pump me up. They are mostly upbeat so they can be obnoxious, but at the right time they are just right.

Valentines.

As we all know, this weekend is Valentines Day. Some people enjoy the holiday almost as much as Christmas. Others find the holiday to be completely useless and a way for candy companies to make money. I say, why not enjoy a holiday devoted to love. This doesn't mean solely a significant other, this means anyone in your life that you care about. Many people don't follow that and find Valentines Day being single is a bummer. Its all in your attitude. Use the day as a way to show your love to other people, not a day to spend pitying yourself. If you do have a significant other, good for you. Enjoy the day together! Because I am such a music enthusiast, here are a few songs I find perfect for the day no matter what your relationship status is.

1. Crazy in Love- Beyonce. Not only is this song totally fun to sing and dance to, but its cute about loving someone. Maybe not the most deep song, but fun nonetheless.
2. Show Me What I'm Looking For- Carolina Liar. This song is about looking for that special someone. Even if you don't have a Valentine, you will find one in time.
3. Fallin' For You- This is for those who are starting a new relationship and have those new relationship jitters where every moment is just perfect :)
4. I Love You Always Forever- Donna Lewis. This is such a cute song. Maybe you have that special one or even friends that you will love forever.
5. Don't Go Breaking My Heart- Elton John. This song is kind of cheesy, but singing it is just too fun.
6. Everywhere- Fleetwood Mac. "I wanna be with you everywhere"
7. Let Love In- Goo Goo Dolls. Let the love into your life in every form. Friends, family, and just loving your life.
8. Better Together- Jack Johnson. "It's always better when we're together".
9. Half Of My Heart- John Mayer.
10. Stay With Me- Josh Gracin.
11. Making Memories Of Us-Keith Urban. I think this is one of the sweetest songs ever. I hope to find someone who feels this way.
12. The Day Before You- Rascal Flatts. This song shows how quickly someone can change your life.
13. Keep On Loving You- REO Speedwagon. "I'm gonna keep on loving you, its the only thing I wanna do".

Thats just a few I enjoy but there are hundreds out there. Spend the special day with someone you care about, or alone just loving life because its all about love.