Well, the theme today is Siblings or Brother/Sister.
For me, a heart-breaking theme…
I was just telling James last night, after watching one of those poignant long lost family reunion TV shows, I wish I could find some surprise, unknown siblings…from my biological father, whom I never met. Not that I didn’t search for the guy for much of my younger life. But looking for Michael John Kelly, I just never had any luck. Way, WAY too common an Irish name. Even with all the “Ancestry” type options we have these days, I have kind of given up.
I just wish I could have some kind of healthy reunion with the sisters I did have growing up. Pretty unlikely though.
I have to admit that along with my joy at Helen’s experiences with HER sister, I also experience some envy.
So, I thought of this song by Cris Williamson called “Sister”. I’ve posted it before but am not sure I included the above backstory. It’s a beautiful song, worth another listen, even if you already know it. I can close my eyes and imagine myself NOT the oldest sibling, taking care of everyone else, but having an older sister singing these words to me!!
Sister
All of the earth
Child of God
Just one of among the family
And you can count on me
to share the load
and I will always help you
hold your burden and I will be the one to help you
ease your pain.
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
I will fold you in my arms
like a white wing dove
Shine in your soul
your spirit is crying
spirit is crying
Born of the earth
Child of God
Just one among the family
And you can count on me to share the load
And I will always help you
Hold your burdens
and I will be the one to help you ease your pain.
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
Lean on me
I am your sister
Believe on me
I am your friend
I am your friend
PS Here’s some info on Cris Williamson, a wonderful and talented singer/songwriter.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cris_Williamson
I had the extreme pleasure of being at a Bonnie Raitt concert once, when she called Cris out on the stage to sing with her. They did “Angel from Montgomery”. Oh my GOD! What a beautiful combination of voices.
https://helenswordsoflife.com/2018/04/21/song-lyric-sunday-theme-for-4-22-18
I guess there are those who offer this version of Sister-hood, and those sisters who don’t. Coulda, woulda, shoulda. Will never. Sad, but I’m the first, my older sister is definately the latter. Cheers,H
Got it. In Native American tradition we’re all sisters anyway.
I’m missing a brother (cancer) and a sister (drug addiction) … so can I volunteer?
YES! You’d be a terrific sister!!
Beautiful song. I’m one of six girls (and three boys) and even though I’m smack dab in the middle, I ended up being the ‘mom’ of the crew. Still can’t figure that one out. 😁
Many thanks for sharing.
No please. Thank YOU for visiting my blog and for your great comments.
Hey where did that weird phrase “smack dab” come from anyway? I use it all the time!