Soul Patrol Rules American Idol

Congratulations to Taylor Hicks, winner of American Idol Season 5. Here's the lyrics of Do I Make You Proud, the song that gave him the advantage over Katharine McPhee in what was said to be a 'tied' competition.



Do I Make You Proud
Taylor Hicks
American Idol Season 5

I've never been
The one to raise my hand
That was not me
and now that's who I am
Because of you
I am standing tall

My heart is full
of endless gratitude
You were the one
The one to guide me through
Now I can see
And I believe
It's only just beginning

This is what we dream about
But the only question with me now
Is do I make you proud
Stronger than I've ever been now
Never been afraid of standing out
Do I make you proud

Everybody needs to rise up
Everybody needs to be loved
To be loved



In parallel to Taylor's debut single, here's the lyrics of Katharine's My Destiny...


My Destiny
Katharine McPhee
American Idol Season 5

I have always dreamed of this
I'll admit that there was something I missed
I'm wondering if it is for real
Every mistake
Every wrong turn
Every time I lost my way
Lead me to this
Moment of bliss tonight

With you
Finally I can break free
With you
It's all changing in my destiny
Dream come true
It's all funny now that I see
How different life turned out to be

You were always by my side
That you believed in me
Was enough reason why
I didn't stop
Didn't give up
Even if I sometimes lost hope
I did my best
And I am blessed in life

Can I get any higher
Tell me
Does it get any stronger
I owe it to you
that I made it through
I never could have done it
Without you


I couldn't agree more with the judges when they said that Kat's song wasn't that good. I mean, Katharine is great but while she was performing I thought that it would have been better if Elliott was the one who's singing that song. Not that I'm being bitter or anything (okay okay I am bitter hahaha), but I just thought that the song's message perfectly fits Elliott's story. Aside from that, the key was too low for Kat's voice. Well anyway, I know Elliott will still make it big, the same goes for all the other idols like Chris, Kellie and of course, Kat :).

*photo from www.americanidol.com

Simple Pleasures

I've been tagged by Jen. Read on for a list of simple pleasures that bring me inexplicable joy...

Instructions: Name ten (10) of life’s simple pleasures that you like the most, then pick ten (10) people to do the same. Try to be original and creative and not to use things that someone else has already used.

1. waking up every morning and seeing my family members safely tucked under their comforters
2. thinking about spending forever with someone you truly love
3. accidentally hearing other people say good things about me
4. laughing my heart out with friends
5. shopping
6. seeing cuuuuute babies ( i love babies with rosy cheeks ;) )
7. hearing Christmas songs (even if it isn't Christmas yet hehehe)
8. seeing Eliott Yamin perform
9. hearing myself play a tune with my violin
10. the relief brought by mefenamic acid whenever i'm having dysmenorrhea

There are actually a lot of things in life that we should be thankful for. You just need to have a contented heart in order to see them. I tag 'mis amigos' ;)

Happy Mother's Day

Thank God for our Moms. Here are five reasons why we can't live without them...

5. They are magicians, think about how they stretch the household budget.
4. They are soooo patient. Imagine carrying you in the womb for nine months and molding you to become a good individual for years (even if you resist to be one hahaha)!
3. They may sound unreasonable at times (well, most of the time, kidding! hahaha) but at the end of the day we realize that they just want the best for us.
2. They love us unconditionally. Even if we try to turn them down a million times, we know that they will always be there for us.
1. They are precious blessings from God and we are here because of them :)



Here's a beautiful song that I've always dedicated to someone who has always been a good friend, sister, teacher, financier (hahaha), movitator... the list may go on but simply put, she's the wind beneath my wings... my Mom. Thanks Mommy.

Wind Beneath My Wings
Bette Midler

It must have been cold there in my shadow,
to never have sunlight on your face.
You were content to let me shine, that's your way,
you always walked a step behind.

So I was the one with all the glory,
while you were the one with all the strength.
A beautiful face without a name -- for so long,
a beautiful smile to hide the pain.

*Did you ever know that you're my hero,
and ev'rything I would like to be?
I can fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.

It might have appeared to go unnoticed,
but I've got it all here in my heart.
I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it,
I would be nothing with out you.

*

Fly, fly, fly away,
you let me fly so high.
Oh, fly, fly,
so high against the sky, so high I almost touch the sky.
Thank you, thank you, thank God for you,
the wind beneath my wings.

Summer Sunshine

I really had a great summer this year. Having lots of adventures with family, friends and colleagues is a great way of beating the heat. Here are my escapade destinations: Binangonan, Antipolo (Villa Cristina), Pangasinan (Our Lady Of Manaoag), Baguio, Tagaytay (sight-seeing, Banio Creek Farms), Taytay (Club Manila East).




Oh well, I just wanna make this entry before sunny days bid goodbye (it rained this morning hahaha).


Everyone's changing, I stay the same
I'm... a solo cello outside a chorus
I've got a secret,
It's time for me to tell that you've been keeping me warm

Just sweet beginnings and bitter endings
In coffee city, we borrowed heaven
Don't give it back, I've never felt so wanted
Are you taking me home?

You tell me you have to go...

* In the heat of summer sunshine
I miss you like nobody else
In the heat of summer sunshine
I kiss you, and nobody needs to know

Now that you've left me, there's no returning
I keep comparing, you're always winning
I try to be strong but you'll never be more wanted
Will you make me at home?
Don't tell me you have to go...

*

To sweet beginnings and bitter en-dings
In coffee city, we borrowed hea-ven
Don't give it back
Winter is coming and I need to stay warm

The heat.....

**