The Prayer of FrançoisVillon

By: Gabriela Yareliz Lyrics and music by B. Okudzhava As long as the world’s still turning, As long as the air’s still sweet, Lord, won’t you give to all of us Whatever it is we need. Give a mind to the wise one, A shield to the enemy, Give some gold to the happy man,Continue reading “The Prayer of FrançoisVillon”

REM sleep

By: Gabriela Yareliz I think I got my REM sleep last night. We must repeat this. While doing readings, briefing and making sure I don’t lapse into a fugly look, I still listen to NPR. Yesterday, as I performed my duties as masterful chef (giggle), I was listening and I discovered Gaby Moreno. I likeContinue reading “REM sleep”

Worthy is the Lamb

By:Gabriela Yareliz I heard a pastor not to long ago talk about who Jesus was. There is much dispute as to who He is. A good man? A good teacher? What He said reminded me of the C.S. Lewis quote: “I am trying here to prevent anyone saying the really foolish thing that people often sayContinue reading “Worthy is the Lamb”

Nostalgia

By: Gabriela Yareliz It is official- I am having serious cricket withdrawals. I have quit freaking out about assignments and failed group projects. As I look around the library I see people in complete exhaustion sleeping on textbooks in defeat. Sad story. End of the semester- 3 weeks to duke it out. I am not sadContinue reading “Nostalgia”

/Give your heart a break/

By: Gabriela Yareliz Latina.com was raving about this song, and at this point so am I. Demi Lovato’s vocals are perfect. She modulates her voice super well, and the lyrics are really sweet. The day I first met you You told me you’d never fall in love But now that I get  you I knowContinue reading “/Give your heart a break/”

Amor del Bueno /True Love/

By: Gabriela Yareliz “True Love” Like a knife in the butter you entered into my life; When i was dying; Like the moon in the aperture– Just like that you wedged yourself between my pupils; And so did i love you daily; Without any law– Without a timetable And so you woke me up from every dream whereContinue reading “Amor del Bueno /True Love/”