Voice.
Tags:And now I am in Denver.
Thinking about voices. Specifically Chris' voice. He started a blog a few months back that I have read on and off: oregon sunrise.
He writes about politics and social issues and adds in inspirational
quotes. He has debated a bit about continuing to write on his blog...I
think feeling a bit like it was not the best use of his time and a bit
of wondering just what its purpose is...
While in Minneapolis I read his most recent entry. What struck me this time was the quality of his voice.
Of his thoughts. I was thinking about how hard it can be for me to
verbally communicate sometimes and how much I enjoy writing out my
thoughts instead. And how much I enjoyed reading his thoughts. I felt a
different appreciation for him...a reminder.
I heard
something different while reading his words this time. Humbling me a
bit - a humbling that I think I needed. He is so good at expressing
himself both verbally and through the written word. It is one of his
strengths. And it is a blessing for me to be able to read what he is writing and thinking - another peek into the heart and mind of my husband. My partner.
This, particually, spoke to me: "Life is complicated. Life is messy. It always has been. It always will
be. The good news is that we can chose to accept what is; to surrender
our egos; to let go of the impulse to control the uncontrollable. When
in doubt we can chose to err on the side of love."
A quote from the man I married.
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what a beautiful tribute to your husband! I so have enjoyed peeking into your lives and getting a glimpse at the ups and downs of a marriage. you are truly a blessing!
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WOW Ali! That is such an awesome quote that obviously came straight from his heart. Sounds like an amazing man you married, all right. Beautiful words you've written about him.
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Wow...what beautiful words! Both of you are fancy good writers. :) (And I'm not, apparently!)
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Your husband's words touched my soul. There is someone in my life who is so incredible & to whom I have struggled to conjure up words adequate to express how I feel about this journey we have been on since we met: so out of our control...
It would be a shame for someone with the talents your husband posesses to stop sharing the thoughts that the rest of us seem unable to capture & articulate. Thanks so much for sharing this Ali.
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Chris definitely needs to keep blogging. We are blog buddies. ;)
Once again, we are thinking along the same lines. I was just telling Brad this weekend how much I am enjoy reading his thoughts as well. Love the glimpses into who he is.
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OK between you and carrie, wanna convince my hubby to blog? tee hee. he doesn't really fancy writing though -darn. Hmmmmmmmmm maybe he could wrtie some computer code for me ;)
Great post today- lovethat quote from your DH!!
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ali,
i read chris' blog the other day and was touched by his words -- he has such a way of expressing himself through words. i have bookmarked both your blogs for future reading. i enjoy them both so much.
~sara
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Ali I would say your man is a real keeper! Just wonderful words!
Shelley
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I have checked out Chris' blog on several occasions. He is an enaging and gifted writer. I relate to the issues of which he speaks. It is important for that voice to be heard. Especially when it is so eloquently presented. Encourage him. :)
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I feel unable to speak my mind clearly on so many occations. I speak better with my fingers, tapping away at the keyboard. Thanks for being honest. Your husband words are wise, thanks for sharing them.
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...what they said. he he
you and chris are such gifted writers. you go beyond the who what where when and really delve in to the why. thank you both for sharing the many layers of you. i'm always inspired by your blogs.
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