The History of My Life, As Told by Jars

I’m sitting here, so very late at night, at my sister’s kitchen table. Jars of Clay is playing on my computer, and I’m listening and reliving so much of my life. So many beautiful moments, so many difficult ones. Every moment led me to where I am today, and every song has taught me something new – something about myself, about my life, about love, about God. I wonder what it will be like to listen to these songs when I’m 80 years old, surrounded by grandchildren (who will probably have Generation 50 iPods just implanted into their skulls). My past shaped me, and my future seems to be opening up, ready for the shaping to continue.
Jars’ new album is amazing, though. The first time I heard Long Fall Back to Earth, I wasn’t a huge fan. But the more I’ve listened to it, the more I’ve fallen asleep as it plays quietly from my iPod, the more it’s finding its way into my favorite albums. Listen… what will I remember from this one?