Sherri Ross

Someone Like You
by Adele

I heard
That you’re settled down
That you
Found a girl
And you’re
Married now

I heard
That your dreams came true.
Guess she gave you things
I didn’t give to you

Old friend
Why are you so shy?
Ain’t like you to hold back
Or hide from the light

I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited
But I couldn’t stay away, I couldn’t fight it.
I had hoped you’d see my face and that you’d be reminded
That for me it isn’t over

Never mind
I’ll find someone like you
I wish nothing but the best for you too
“Don’t forget me”, I begged
“I’ll remember”, you said
“Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead.”
Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead,
Yeah.

You know how the time flies
Only yesterday
It was the time of our lives
We were born and raised
In a summer haze
Bound by the surprise
Of our glory days

I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited
But I couldn’t stay away, I couldn’t fight it.
I had hoped you’d see my face and that you’d be reminded
That for me it isn’t over.

Never mind
I’ll find someone like you
I wish nothing but the best for you too
“Don’t forget me”, I begged
“I’ll remember”, you said
“Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead.”

Nothing compares
No worries or cares
Regrets and mistakes
They are memories made.
Who would have known
How bittersweet this would taste?

Never mind
I’ll find someone like you
I wish nothing but the best for you too
“Don’t forget me”, I begged
“I’ll remember”, you said
“Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead”

Never mind
I’ll find someone like you
I wish nothing but the best for you too
“Don’t forget me”, I begged
“I’ll remember”, you said
“Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead”

“Sometimes it lasts in love
But sometimes it hurts instead”

I have certain CDs that I always come back to. Every few years, I circle back around or any time I hear them out in public, they bring me back. There are many in the list, but Tori Amos’ “Little Earthquakes” just came on.

A lot has happened since I posted last. I haven’t looked over what I read, but I starting thinking about moving back home to Alabama a little over a year ago (Feb) and I am here. I moved at the end of November, started a new job at the beginning of December and have been running like mad ever since. I have a beautiful townhouse in a great part of town close to work, I have my dog, and I have a great job with friends and family not too far away. The work situation was hairy at first because it changed drastically right before I came on board, but I’ve managed and am now able to breathe. It’s not easy, but I don’t think any job ever is once we get older.

While I was ecstatic to come home to family and friends, I did have to leave some very special people back in VA. It’s been hard and there are times I’ve second guessed my decision, but I am hopeful things will work themselves out and what is meant to be will be.

I started Weight Watchers a week and a half ago and have lost 5 lbs so far. I am excited and happy that I am working toward getting healthy. Now if I could just get the gumption or desire to exercise more. It just ain’t happening…

That’s where I am.

September
by Daughtry

How the time passed away? All the trouble that we gave
And all those days we spent out by the lake
Has it all gone to waste? All the promises we made
One by one they vanish just the same

Of all the things I still remember
Summer’s never looked the same
The years go by and time just seems to fly by
But the memories remain

In the middle of September we’d still play out in the rain
Nothing to lose but everything to gain
Reflecting now on how things could’ve been
It was worth it in the end

Now it all seems so clear, there’s nothing left to fear
So we made our way by finding what was real
Now the days are so long that summer’s moving on
We reach for something that’s already gone

Of all the things I still remember
Summer’s never looked the same
The years go by and time just seems to fly by
But the memories remain

In the middle of September we’d still play out in the rain
Nothing to lose but everything to gain
Reflecting now on how things could’ve been
It was worth it in the end

We knew we had to leave this town
But we never knew when and we never knew how
We would end up here the way we are
Yeah we knew we had to leave this town
But we never knew when and we never knew how

Of all the things I still remember
Summer’s never looked the same
The years go by and time just seems to fly by
But the memories remain

In the middle of September we’d still play out in the rain
Nothing to lose but everything to gain
Reflecting now on how things could’ve been
It was worth it in the end

You learn something new everyday. This is a Train song. One of my favorites. I just did a lyrics search on it to put them on here and – KABOW – it’s actually a song by a band called Sugar. Who knew?? I certainly didn’t. Train re-made it for their 2006 album. It was originally released in 1992 by Sugar. Nifty! I’m going to see Train tonight in concert. WOO HOO!

If I Can’t Change Your Mind
by Train

Tears fill up my eyes
I’m washed away with sorrow
And somewhere in my mind
I know there’s no tomorrow
I see you’re leaving soon
I guess you’ve had your fill
But if I can’t change your mind
Then no one will

And all throughout the years
I’ve never strayed from you my dear
But you suspect I’m somewhere else
You’re feeling sorry for yourself
Leaving with a broken heart
I love you even still
But if I can’t change your mind
Then no one will

Even though my heart keeps breaking
Don’t you know that I’ll be waiting
Here for you
Then when you return
When will you return
I hope you see I’m dedicated
Look how long that I have waited
If you come back then you will find
A different person
If you change your mind

How can I explain away
Something that I haven’t done
And if you can’t trust me now
You’ll never trust in anyone
With all the crazy doubts you’ve got
I love you even still
But if I can’t change your mind
Then no one will

Someday you’ll see I’ve been true
I’ll stay that way until
But if I can’t change your mind
Then no one will
Wish I could change your mind

Well, it’s finally getting cooler, but you get my drift. It has been a HOT summer! The hottest in years, I think.

A lot has happened since May when I last posted. I am so horrible at this. lol. We had our move at work…everything went great. Now the dust has settled and it’s time to focus on my next big project: getting home! I am ready. I love my job here and my man, but I am very, very ready to get back to my friends and family. I miss them so much and am over seeing them once or twice a year. So, that’s next on the agenda. I am starting the job search, starting the packing and wondering what the future holds. But I’m still living in the now. The man and I are still doing more and more, because we know our time together is drawing to a close. I’m still working my butt off, but it’s ok. I’ll keep you posted, but that’s all that’s going on for me right now. That’s enough. lol!