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I didn't start writing poetry until 2023. I had written a few songs and I guess that's how I got started. I've always wanted to be a writer... because I enjoy reading so much. I consume at least one book per week. That and studying the Bible are my favorite pass times. I was ordained as a Non-denominational Christian minister in 2020.

I also play the ukulele a little, sing a little, love crafting, sewing, cooking, and any kind of art. I've been in childcare and early education for 30 years and have 2 of my own. My husband, Harvey, and I are blessed with a daughter, Rosie, now 18 years old! And our son, Hunter, who lives in Heaven.

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Blog Posted by Crystol Woods: 7/29/2024 9:12:00 AM

My fellow poets and PS neighbors,

Some of the earliest poetry we hear is in the form of music. For song lyrics are a form of poetry, right? I started out as a song writer and branched off into other forms later on.

I wanted to share my favorite song lyrics and ask for you to do the same! If you and your life had a theme song, what would it be? Include a link to the song or just the lyrics, or just the title and artist of you prefer. Here is mine...

The Story, by Brandi Carlisle

All of these lines across my face Tell you the story of who I am So many stories of where I've been And how I got to where I am But these stories don't mean anything When you've got no one to tell them to It's true, I was made for you

I climbed across the mountain tops Swam all across the ocean blue I crossed all the lines and I broke all the rules But baby, I broke them all for you Oh, because even when I was flat broke You made me feel like a million bucks You do, and I was made for you

You see the smile that's on my mouth It's hiding the words that don't come out And all of my friends who think that I'm blessed They don't know my head is a mess No, they don't know who I really am And they don't know what I've been through like you do And I was made for you

All of these lines across my face Tell you the story of who I am So many stories of where I've been And how I got to where I am Oh, but these stories don't mean anything When you've got no one to tell them to It's true, I was made for you Oh, yeah, well it's true that I was made for you

Anxiously awaiting your theme songs! Xoxo Your neighbor, Crystol

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Lady
Labyrinth

Date: 8/4/2024 5:21:00 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMOUwIsWbvg&t=10s

Brandy
Nicole

Date: 7/31/2024 7:19:00 PM

It's beautiful, the connection between music and poetry. The best song to fit me and my life would be this one: Pocketful Of Sunshine by Natasha Bedingfield. :) ** Do what you want, but you're never gonna break me. Sticks and stones are never gonna shake me. I got a pocket, got a pocketful of sunshine. **

Crystol Woods
Date: 8/1/2024 12:25:00 PM

Oh great tune! I feel like I know you better knowing this! Thanks for sharing Brandy! Xo

Brandy Nicole
Date: 8/1/2024 9:41:00 AM

:) Thank you, Tommy ! You're correct in your thinking. :)

Tom Woody
Date: 7/31/2024 7:32:00 PM

I believe it. Bet you're fun to be around

Constance
La France

Date: 7/31/2024 2:57:00 PM

Crystol, nice blog, enjoyed reading it, Constance

Crystol Woods
Date: 8/1/2024 12:25:00 PM

Hey, thanks a lot Constance! Xo

Hilo
Poet

Date: 7/31/2024 8:36:00 AM

Jason Isbell's 'Cover Me Up' by Morgan Wallen do it justice--I think more salty

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/31/2024 10:48:00 AM

Oh nice! Glad you joined us! Xo

Keith D
Trestrail

Date: 7/30/2024 7:33:00 PM

How about You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly by Loretta Lyn and Conway Twitty? I can sing it, just can’t say it! Or how about I’d Rather Have a Bottle in Front of Me (Than a Frontal Lobotomy) by Randy Hanzlick.

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/31/2024 10:47:00 AM

Ohyea... that's so funny you mention the first song! My husband and I listen to a dedication radio show for oldies on sat nights...as a joke,I dedicated that song to him on the show! It's a great one! Would love to hear you sing it!! Xo

Charlotte Puddifoot
Date: 7/31/2024 3:19:00 AM

lol

Crystol
Woods

Date: 7/30/2024 1:32:00 PM

Wouldn't it be fun, since we are all writers or aspiring writers/poets, to write our own theme songs? Not sure I'm up to the task but it's something to think about! I'm so happy with the response here and enjoyed hearing about your theme songs. Thanks yall! Xoxo

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/31/2024 10:51:00 AM

Lmbo! :) I know! The poor fella! We are on Sushi the 2nd now...Or JR. Maybe? I should write a song about Sushi and play it on my ukulele! You're a sweet guy Tom! And you too Keith!Appreciate you so much! Xo

Tom Woody
Date: 7/31/2024 5:30:00 AM

You named him sushi? Poor fellow is bound to be living in a state of constant anxiety

Keith D Trestrail
Date: 7/31/2024 4:45:00 AM

Thanks to you, Crystol. Enjoyable blog. Anyone who plays the ukulele and has a goldfish named Sushi is a kindred spirit in my book.

Andrea
Dietrich

Date: 7/30/2024 9:18:00 AM

By the way, Crystol, I really liked your song choice and seeing what others wrote down here.

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:23:00 PM

Thank you Andrea! I enjoyed the comments as well! Xoxo

Charlotte
Puddifoot

Date: 7/30/2024 6:51:00 AM

i don't know about a theme song exactly, but the one i always associate with myself (and want playing at my funeral lol) is 'the survivors' by pet shop boys..interesting and fun blog

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:22:00 PM

If life is worth living (life is worth living) It's got to be run (it's got been run) As a means of giving (as a means of giving) Not as a race to be won Many roads will run through many lives But somehow we'll arrive Many roads will run through many lives But somewhere we'll survive Love this xo

Beryl
Edmonds

Date: 7/30/2024 6:35:00 AM

Yellow by Coldplay, love it… Beryl

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:20:00 PM

Beryl what a beautiful theme song! "Look at the stars ...look how they shine for you"... love it! Xo

Tom
Woody

Date: 7/30/2024 5:33:00 AM

Feel like makin' love by Bad Company? No wait, that's the old me! Boy this is too hard so many songs but one that comes to mind is The Search is Over by Survivor. After two failed marriages I finally found the one for life. Yip yip

Arlo Parker
Date: 7/30/2024 10:56:00 PM

Can’t go wrong with Straight. How about “I Can Still Make Cheyenne”. :-))

Keith D Trestrail
Date: 7/30/2024 7:25:00 PM

George Strait eh! I would have thought All My Ex’s Live in Texas would be more your go?

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:18:00 PM

Ha! You're hilarious Tom...oh I love The Search is Over! And I'm so happy you've found the one for you! Xo

Tom Woody
Date: 7/30/2024 5:35:00 AM

Oh, and I Cross my Heart by George Strait is our special song. I've sung it to her many times

James
Study

Date: 7/30/2024 4:12:00 AM

Nothing I Can Do About It Now sung by Willie Nelson wrote by Beth Nielsen Chapman.

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:26:00 PM

Oh how beautiful! I love these lyrics! My favorite stanza...And I could cry for the time I've wasted But that's a waste of time and tears, And I know just what I'd change If went back in time somehow But there's nothing I can do about it now Ty for sharing! Xo

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:17:00 PM

Oooo... I've never heard this one! Imma Google it and get bk to you! Xo

Keith D
Trestrail

Date: 7/29/2024 7:35:00 PM

For me it’s a no-brainer. My theme song that so captures me and my journey is I’m Too Sexy by Right Said Fred.

Keith D Trestrail
Date: 7/30/2024 7:23:00 PM

I’ve done a few magazine covers. Last year I made the cover of Sports Resuscitated.

Tom Woody
Date: 7/30/2024 4:51:00 PM

Just one shirtless shot and I'll never ask again

Keith D Trestrail
Date: 7/30/2024 3:07:00 PM

Careful what you wish for, Tommy. I’m too sexy to prove anything.

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:16:00 PM

Hahaha! You're so right! A no brainer! Omg...I can see you dancing to this lol. Thanks for the fun Keith! Xo

Tom Woody
Date: 7/30/2024 5:27:00 AM

Prove it Keith, prove it!

Arlo
Parker

Date: 7/29/2024 6:46:00 PM

First song that cam to mind (among thousands): Somewhere Far Away, Hal Ketchum. Careful what you dream about. So many lyrics have shaped days and nights. Like name your favorite kid... :o)

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:14:00 PM

Right?! Especially for music lovers. I like what you've chosen though! Xo

Andrea
Dietrich

Date: 7/29/2024 3:59:00 PM

This is a super fun blog. I would expect one like this to get lots of responses. I have way too many songs to even narrow things down to just one. I will have to think on it. In my younger days, I fancied myself "Green-eyed Lady'". Other times it was "Working 9 to 5" and "living for the weekend" (is that even a song title?) but my older self is nostalgic and likes the song "Time in a Bottle"

Crystol Woods
Date: 7/30/2024 1:13:00 PM

Oh perfect Andrea! I can totally see these as your songs! Xo

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 7/29/2024 4:14:00 PM

I think I've got mine now; Forever Young" by Alphaville, an 80s song with deep meaning. With a little "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" on the side

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