328. Three. Two. Eight. Three hundred and twenty-eight. That's the number of times (give or take) I've played Ingrid Michaelson's "Keep Breathing" (Be Ok, 2008). First heard on Grey's Anatomy when Cristina realizes Burke not only called off the wedding, but also left her for good (Season 3, Episode 25 "Didn't We Almost Have it All?"),… Continue reading Tuesday Tunesday: Keep Breathing
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Tuesday Tunesday: The Perfect Presidential Playlist
Happy Tunesday, friends! On today's special edition, we're singing all things presidential. This has been a long journey. It hasn't been paved in gold. It hasn't been easy. In fact, it's been downright exhausting, frustrating, and even depressing--but here we are. We've finally made it to election day. So, as you head to the polls,… Continue reading Tuesday Tunesday: The Perfect Presidential Playlist
Tuesday Tunesday: Anti-Bullying
Happy 2nd Tunesday, friends! In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, I thought I'd share three very important songs that have gotten me through some pretty tough and dark days. Life can be more difficult than it should be, especially when you're in high school. You may deal with insensitive, mean-spirited individuals in the classroom,… Continue reading Tuesday Tunesday: Anti-Bullying
On the Merging of Hip Hop, Religion, and Peace
Who is Yani? is not only the title of her mixtape, it’s also the question on everyone’s lips. Who is this poet, rapper, lyricist, theologian, and leader spreading words of positivity, love, and peace from the Bay of California to the streets of India? I’m sure that sounds like a tall order for one person,… Continue reading On the Merging of Hip Hop, Religion, and Peace
A Dollar and a Dream: One Singer-Songwriter’s Quest to Success
Welcome to the latest feature of Kermit Says… On the first Sunday of every month, Kermit Says… will highlight an individual who is making positive contributions in his or her community. Want to be in the spotlight or nominate someone else? Send a brief email to contactkermitsays@gmail.com and describe who you are, where you’re from, and why you… Continue reading A Dollar and a Dream: One Singer-Songwriter’s Quest to Success
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