Jim Brickman concert

The last several years we have enjoyed Jim Brickman's holiday concert; it is a "gift" to each other. Brickman is a "romantic pianist." Joining Brickman were Richie McDonald, Anne Cochran and Tracy Silverman; you can "google" any of these artists to discover their genre of music. Check out http://jimbrickman.com/ for more on Jim Brickman.

Two memories we will carry with us from Sunday's concert:
1) Brickman reflected briefly on "being in the background." He named the variety of "places" he, and his piano music, are in the background: ads, Olympic spots, Delilah show, in the home, in the office, at celebrations, in the life's of couples, etc. Brickman claimed a contentment with being in the background - he even quietly demonstrated this as he shared the stage with the other artists.

The subtle challenge is to recognize all the opportunities we may have to make a difference, while being in the "background," enhancing life for our family, friends, co-workers, and ... This also makes me wonder and marvel: the power of God's love which is in the background of our daily life; may we always hear God's background music. Or is it the other way around: am I to be in the background while God is on the main stage?

2) On a more "romantic" note (ha, catch the pun!). To our right sat a couple certainly their upper 70's. The gift they gave us: enfolded hands as they listened and enjoyed the music. We left further committed to still enjoying each other's touch and hoping we can have that intimacy 25 years from today. Although that moment of touch is sweet ... the reality is that the constancy of our friendship and growth regardless of what ever our life experiences will be necessary for the gentle but deep touch to be a reality.