Author Archives: Dr. Crystal Grimes

“Wonderful Words of Life” #Music

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This hymn by Philip P. Bliss was first published in 1874. Like many hymns Bliss composed, this one is still widely sung in many Christian denominations. I remember singing it as a child, and musically it is one of my favorite hymns.

I hope you enjoy “Wonderful Words of Life” on Oriole (soprano) and alto recorder, first as a duet and then accompanied by double strung harp, with a harp solo as well!

Mingling Moonlit Thoughts #Poem #Meditation

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Your day is done. It’s time to rest
And heal from any pain or stress.
While all the positive you keep,
Let go of negativity.

Those thoughts that prey upon your mind…
It’s time to leave them all behind.
Release each one like a balloon—
Away! To mingle with the Moon!

Her Light is bright and peaceful too,
Transforming thoughts… Transforming you!
So welcome Her within to shine
And free you from the thoughts that bind.

Tomorrow is another day;
Tonight you dream and sail away…
Go anywhere you wish and more;
You are the key… You are the door!

When you awake from deepest rest,
You feel renewed to do your best.
Embrace your sleep that plays a part,
And keep your dreaming near your heart!

Your dreams fly higher than balloons
To mingle with the Earth and Moon.
They heal you, even as you sleep,
And help your purpose fast to keep.

From healing night to helping day,
Allow your thoughts to sail away…

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Written for Eugi’s mingle prompt and recorded with Zaphir Blue Moon/Winter chime.
http://amanpan.com/2021/05/27/eugis-causerie-weekly-prompt-mingle-may-27-2021/

“Happy Birthday to You” #Music

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Happy 60th birthday,
Abbie!

While waiting for my lasagna and cake, oh, and the rest of my grocery delivery order, I recorded “Happy Birthday to You” on double strung harp. This song has been in the public domain since 2016, so we can all sing it with impunity now!

I hope you have a wonderful birthday, Abbie!

“To God Be the Glory” #Music

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Like
“Near the Cross,”
“To God Be the Glory” was written by Fanny Crosby and William Howard Doane. It was first published in 1875 and is still a popular hymn in many Christian denominations.

I hope you enjoy today’s arrangement with ukulele, viola, alto recorder, myrtlewood and pear branch shakers, and of course, double strung harp!

Journey #Etheree #Poem

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Up
And down
Side to side
Forward, backward
Through chaos and calm
Have I been here before?
Inside out and upside down
Going somewhere, getting nowhere
At least, that’s how isolation feels…
So, I journey within to help me out!

https://wordcraftpoetry.com/2021/05/25/weekly-tanka-tuesday-poetry-challenge-no-227-themeprompt/