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Christmas Songs for Children

December 5, 2011 By 2 Comments

Christmas is right around the corner and I find that I want to sing all day and all night.  There is no better time of year for songs that are geared toward children.  Christmas songs for children is what the season and singing is all about.  This year my children have a few new favorites in addition to the good old ones.

  1. Nuttin’ for Christmas:  This song made its first appearance on the radio in 1955.  It is amazing how these songs live on generation after generation.  I am amazed that the kids keep watching a youtube video and sing along.  Even with technology this song lives on with children around the world.
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  2. Up on the Housetop:  This is one of my favorites that you do not get to hear very often these days.  I am hoping that by singing it with my children again and again it will become one of their favorites as well.  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/Yep2d7H974w” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  3. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer:  Who does not love the story of Rudolph all wrapped up in one fun and fast song?  This is one of the best and most popular Christmas songs for Children in the USA. <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/T5VdsuQ-YfM” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  4. Must be Santa:  I love this one because it is super fun and fast paced.  The kids catch on quickly as well.  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/JeKaV-yhN3c” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  5. Frosty the Snowman:  What is more fun than a snowman who comes to life and leads the children on the adventure of a lifetime?  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/Z1RoN3CnxFw” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  6. The 12 Days of Christmas:  This song is a huge challenge but we always have a great time trying to get through it all.  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/FF1xcKW2e-g” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  7. All I want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth:  We all remember the Christmas that we lost our two front teeth.  Even better is that there is a song about it all.  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/duMdZkuOGGg” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>
  8. Santa Clause is Coming to Town: What is better than a song that reminds children how to behave?  I love this one and it is one of my personal favorites!  <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/HWv72L4wgCc” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>

These are our favorite Christmas songs for children this year.  Which ones are on your children’s top Christmas songs this year?  I hope that they have a blast singing… because… It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Becca

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YouTube Karaoke: My New Discovery

February 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment

I know that I am often two minutes too late.  Last night I discovered that on YouTube has karaoke songs.  I am amazed and excited all at the same time.  It was incredible.  I do not know how else to describe it.

A few months ago a friend hooked me to karaoke.  I am not sure that I could go out into the world and try it but in her livingroom I am a STAR!  I cannot do songs that are too loud or too hard rock.  I am a soft rock type of girl.  The song I nailed is “eternal flame”.  I sing it like the pros.  The other night we discovered I can sing Pat Benatar.  I was told that I would have to prefect that too before we hit the road.

I should have started this by telling you that I have a decent voice and I LOVE to sing.  Even Abigail still wants me to sing her to sleep each night.  I sing songs from the Wizard of Oz, The Sound of Music and Children’s songs best.  I CANNOT sing hard rock to save my life.  I can rock, “God Bless America”, but do not ask me to sing, “We Will Rock You”.

Back to where we started!  Abby and I have been karaoke QUEENS.  While I am singing classics she is singing, “I Kissed a Girl”.  I have sat wondering where it is that she has heard these songs.  Then I remembered Aunt Alli put them all on her iPod.  Thank goodness for that Aunt Alli!

Becca

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Free Concert In The Park With The Kids

July 9, 2009 By 4 Comments

Last night we went to the Concert in the park with the kids.  We packed up a picnic and chairs and were off for the evening.  The kids were able to run all around and be kids and we were able to enjoy the music.  This is a 100% free event which is something that I always love.  The band was actually really good and played tunes from the beetles to John Lennon.  It is nice that there are still free things to do out there in the world.  With the economy in shambles and people struggling to put food into their mouths it is nice that there was something out there that could be enjoyed.  I think that sitting back, relaxing with the family while listening to some great music is what summer is all about.

Becca

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Susan Boyle: Memories of a Bumpy Start

May 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
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This past Saturday Susan Boyle was back.  Her voice in the beginning was a bit shaky.  Once her hand moved to her diaphragm it was as if she had re-centered herself and triumphed yet again.  All I could think about was the pressure.  It is pressure that I will never know.  It is the pressure of her dream!

Imagine it for one moment.  You are on stage with the world watching.  I am not talking the world like the fans of Jerry Springer.  I am talking about the entire world waiting for what is next.  She has quickly become a sensation.  I cannot imagine standing on that stage singing to the world.

Susan Boyle did not let us down.  Even the judges seem to be rooting for her.  We all want to see this homely looking woman to become a star.  The thing is that she is already a star in most of our eyes.  This is why we wait, with bated breathe to see what is coming next.   Although I have heard nothing but bad reviews of the show CATS I love the music.  Susan Boyle created memories when she belted out the famous song the other night.

Good Luck Susan!  I am anxious to hear what you come out with next!

Becca

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72 Days Until Christmas

October 15, 2008 By 1 Comment

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So I went shopping yesterday and found some great deals at Joann fabrics. The holiday fabrics were all on sale. This was quite helpful for my holiday . I was also able to get the kids some cheap crafts to do as presents for their grandparents. I am excited that I have accomplished a few things.

Today I would like to gather all of my Christmas CD’s together and download my favorites onto my ipod. I know that it is a little early to be thinking about Christmas Music. I have wanted to do this for the last two years and have not had the time. I figure if I accomplish this now it can be done and enjoyed by Thanksgiving. Christmas iTunes account for these holiday downloads. Although this is money that I did not budget for I am doing better then expected on my ebay ventures.

I am quite excited to be getting this done now. I promise not to listen to it until Black Friday. It is the right thing to do. It will be so nice though to have it done before Thanksgiving this year!

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