Biblical Content

What is the backstory to my new Christmas song?

Why did I entitle it My Christmas Waltz?

Where does our indifference towards one another come from and how does Christmas address it?

Just as Jesus came low to a manger to be near, how do we continue to press into God's presence today? 

How many parallels can you find in the song that pertain to God's redemption plan?

Just a few questions you will have answered by tuning into this episode of Cindy Palin Music & Words.

Scripture covered: John 3:16, Phil. 2:7, Luke 22:42

Keep watch for the sheet music in the days to come.

Merry Christmas every heart!

Cindy Palin

God is Near from Christmas Hope Album

available on www.newcindypalin.com, scroll to the bottom of the first page and click on Albums

Real experiences that inspired this song, and pause to ponder those who are facing struggles this year at Christmas time.

A great big thank you to Craig Learmont for his production on the album, and piano interpretation.

Melody following writing strategy, and an invitation for you to write a Christmas song.

Original story found at: https://www.newcindypalin.com/post/god-is-near

I welcome your ideas and discussion at [email protected]

Many thanks to organizations like the Mustard Seed, serving the community all year-'round.

As we celebrate the Christmas Story let us remember the baby Jesus and his struggles and sacrifice. 

Let us find hope in knowing we are not alone.

God is near.

Everyone wants change in some way or another, and there are plenty of workshops and programs that facilitate change.

Where do we look for inner change that is long-lasting, even eternal?

"Changed Forever" visits several important characters in the Christmas Story, 

and how God's loving presence approaches them, and how they respond.

There is a suggested writing exercise included in this episode.

"Changed Forever" on the album "Christmas Hope."

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Composition and Vocals: Cindy Palin

Production: Craig Learmont

This new but brief season focuses on songwriting at Christmas time.

The featured song in this episode is: Help Yourself to My Life and is an exercise on how to tell the Christmas story in a fresh way.

Lyrics posts of this song are available on http://www.instagram.com/cindypalin/, as well as http://www.facebook.com/CindyPalinWriter

as well as http://www.newcindypalin.com/blog

Scripture passages discussed are Luke 2, and Matthew 17:20.

Three stanzas are compared. Rhyme, syllables, melody writing, intervals, vowels, shaping, score, lyricist, composer, and bridge elements are discussed.

Cindy suggests you have the lyrics open during the discussion to have a visual understanding as well, but not if you're driving:)

Biblical Wonder followed by Hope: 

The Exodus Story, the Book of Exodus, 

The Christmas Story, Luke Chapter Two, 

and the Easter Story. I really enjoyed reading about the different passages regarding Easter notated by Rachel on her site:

https://rachelwojo.com/read-easter-story-bible/

and my personal story one winter night.

One More Miracle found at https://www.newcindypalin.com/cindypalinmusic

I also have an accompaniment track available on my website for my entire Christmas Album.

Christmas Hope Album at https://www.newcindypalin.com/cindypalinmusic

Snowflake Bentley by Jaqueline Briggs Martin, available on amazon

Snowflakes in Photographs Illustrated by W. A. Bentley, available on amazon

Issue 48 Wonder - Article "Songs and in the darkness, God communicates hope in unexpected ways." by Cindy Palin

https://loveismoving.ca/2021/11/04/songs-and-in-the-darkness/

www.newcindypalin.com

for To Willow's House for Tea and Willow's Lullaby, as well as the accompanying songs and sheet music

Fruits of the Spirit - Galatians 5:22, 23

Seeds planted - Jeremiah 17:8

Song: All that is Grass, inspired by - Psalms 103:15, and recorded on Album "My Heart's Lament" available on website under albums:

www.newcindypalin.com/cindypalinmusic

New Project: When Gran Got Sick - not published yet

God will never leave us or forsake us - Deuteronomy 31:8

The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:9 - 13, my special musical version can be requested, and a digital file is available for purchase

Special Prayers to pray for children, and insert their names in the text - try Philippians 2, subtitle Shine Like Stars

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With joy,

Cindy Palin

New Children's Book Project and the Processes involved.

Recap: 

Illustrator Danielle Lemay www.instagram.com/dan.eye.elle

Sharing insight on grief Rebecca Orr www.instagram.com/rebecca.jm.orr

Talking Publishing with Tandy Balson www.timewithtandy.com

In this EPISODE: Find out about my musical roots, and the evolution of music and story merging into my recent exercise of scoring a soundtrack for my new children's book project.

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Grief Talk with Rebecca Orr, Part I and Part II, are a must for those needing to hear they are not alone, and for the friends, neighbours and family wanting to be educated further. Be sure to visit Grief Talk in its entirety, and take notes. I have learned so much. Thank you Rebecca!

Rebecca Orr's Links as discussed on the show

A Widow's Awakening by Maryanne Pope

https://www.amazon.ca/Widows-Awakening-Maryanne-Pope/dp/0981064302

Threads of Life

http://www.threadsoflife.ca/

Rebecca's Email: 

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Rascal Flats, "God Bless the Broken Road"

https://www.rascalflatts.com/

Casting Crowns

https://www.castingcrowns.com/

Saint Makeup Artist

https://www.saintcosmetics.com/