Sorry for the disappearance. I am still trying to get a hold on these shenanigans that are blogs, specifically this one. Until I get settled into some semblance of a focus please bear with me.
Onward.
I rarely travel far. Which is sad because traveling is so fun, at least when you first think about it. It can get rough with the lugging around of duffles, suitcases, etc… or getting lost finding that bed and breakfast on the edge of civilization. For me the actual traveling portions are usually my favorite part. I have always loved long car rides (my parents must have loved that about me) and listening to or singing out the tunes (Specifically, “What’s Up” by the 4 Non Blondes. It is an unspoken rule that this song must be belted.).
Tomorrow Madre and I will take flight to our nation’s capital. This is both our first trip to DC and to see my sister’s final performance at the Kirov Ballet intensive. We are both ready are raring to go except for one thing. I don’t have a playlist for the flight.
I didn’t think of it until the ladies over at the new blog, Absurd Adventurers posted their Ultimate Roadtrip Singalong Playlist (spot on but was missing a few of my personal favorites). “Ahh,” I moaned inwardly, “I can’t sing on the plane! Also I can’t dance, mmhmm what to do?” Well I can sing and dance but the Madre would surely appreciate me refraining from being obnoxious and or awkward.
With some serious consideration I have consulted my iTunes library and have complied a playlist that best suites an airport louging, mile high loving, and a slightly nervous traveler. This is more of a relaxing take to my usual road tripping songs because as much as I am excited to be flying in the air with the greatest of ease there will always be some nervousness.
The “Oh Sweet I’m Flying!” Playlist
Come Fly with Me, Michael Buble
Dreamworld, Rilo Kiley
A Beautiful Mess, Jason Mraz
Painting By Chagall, The Weepies
Fair, Remy Zero
Live High, Jason Mraz
Up on the Roof, The Drifters
Mushaboom, Feist
Dreams, The Cranberries
Us, Regina Spektor
Groovin’, Young Rascals
Wait, Alexi Murdoch
Loro, Pinback
La Vie En Rose, Louis Armstrong
Two Weeks, Grizzly Bear
Moondance, Van Morrison
Clark Gable, The Postal Service
Waking Life, Schuyler Fisk
Long Way Home, Supertramp
Hoppipolla, Sigur Ros
Check out these songs even if you aren’t flying anywhere soon. Quick notes…
- In DC and while traveling I will be following or attempting to follow some ecofriendly travel tips. I will report back next week how that goes.
- I will have pictures!
Have a lovely weekend!