As I was flying over the US of A on my way to Delaware, I realized that I much prefer the night time to day time. But then I wondered, does that mean that I love darkness? Darkness isn't usually associated with goodness. Should I like night better? Shouldn't I like light? But then, I quickly had another realization. The reason that I love night so much, is that it accentuates the night.
The glory of the moon and twinkling stars wouldn't exist without the darkness of the night. Without the bad in our life, we wouldn't appreciate the goodness. Opposition is so frustrating, but oh-so important. So I am grateful for the night and its mystical darkness, that I might more fully enjoy the brilliance of light.
And that's what Jenny thinks.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Flash
Whenever I watch musical flash mob videos like these
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXh7JR9oKVE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EYAUazLI9k
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr-0n1oGG8E
I almost start to cry. I don't know why, but tears well up in my eyes, my hair stands up, and my heart pounds. There is something about music bringing the world together. Young and old, male and female, republican and democratic, etc. - All of them come together to create a magical moment. Someday, I will participate in one. And when I do, I know it will make a difference. It is the little, crazy joys - like flash mobs- that make life worth living.
And that's what Jenny thinks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXh7JR9oKVE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EYAUazLI9k
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr-0n1oGG8E
I almost start to cry. I don't know why, but tears well up in my eyes, my hair stands up, and my heart pounds. There is something about music bringing the world together. Young and old, male and female, republican and democratic, etc. - All of them come together to create a magical moment. Someday, I will participate in one. And when I do, I know it will make a difference. It is the little, crazy joys - like flash mobs- that make life worth living.
And that's what Jenny thinks.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
A Rose by Any Other Name
Three hours of pure emotion = BYU's fantastic production of Romeo and Juliet. The movement, the characters, the set - it was all so dramatically wonderful. I think I inhaled beauty.
After a discouraging week, I headed to the theatre by myself. The intense emotions refreshed my spirit and filled me with energy. Concerts, plays, musicals, anything where human expression is key - they all bring me great pleasure.
In my culture, the LDS culture that is, we emphasize the importance of moderation in all things. While this may be good when it comes to things like icecream, video games, or spending money, what would we do without those artists who are not afraid to express themselves way beyond moderation. Too often, I find myself holding back, fearing what other people think of me. But the reality is, how does one survive in moderation. If we refuse to be passionate, what is left in this world. Without passion, what are we? Humans monitor themselves and watch their steps. It keeps us so busy, that we forget the essence of who we are. We forget that there are real, passionate beings underneath our shell of self-consciousness.
That's what I loved about Romeo and Juliet. They didn't waste time watching their steps. They took risks. They felt so deeply and passionately expressed those feelings. And as a result, they gave life to the human beings in the audience. I am grateful for those artists who take risks and express. They make me feel real. I hope to be one some day.
And that's what Jenny thinks.
After a discouraging week, I headed to the theatre by myself. The intense emotions refreshed my spirit and filled me with energy. Concerts, plays, musicals, anything where human expression is key - they all bring me great pleasure.
In my culture, the LDS culture that is, we emphasize the importance of moderation in all things. While this may be good when it comes to things like icecream, video games, or spending money, what would we do without those artists who are not afraid to express themselves way beyond moderation. Too often, I find myself holding back, fearing what other people think of me. But the reality is, how does one survive in moderation. If we refuse to be passionate, what is left in this world. Without passion, what are we? Humans monitor themselves and watch their steps. It keeps us so busy, that we forget the essence of who we are. We forget that there are real, passionate beings underneath our shell of self-consciousness.
That's what I loved about Romeo and Juliet. They didn't waste time watching their steps. They took risks. They felt so deeply and passionately expressed those feelings. And as a result, they gave life to the human beings in the audience. I am grateful for those artists who take risks and express. They make me feel real. I hope to be one some day.
And that's what Jenny thinks.
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