my current jam

i love it when songs or albums speak to me, reach me at a specific time in my life for reasons unknown. when this happens, i am compelled to let that music warm my heart, stretch my smile, and bring me to a state of peace - essentially enter my sound system in full force.

bless g for his patience as songs are played on repeat, sometimes shuffled for a little variation. the greatest part about these music epiphanies is that they are unique to this time, this moment. i can still recall the album-of-the-time when g and i were driving our rental car in puerto rico (The National's high violet). there will always be Buena Vista Social Club playing in the background when we eat at home, and good ol' Bob Dylan when we are setting up for a dinner party.

i don't know why certain music does what it does at specific times, but years down the line, i'll be excited to associate the following song and group to right now - this magical time when g and i prepare for the rest of our lives.