Well it no secret that I might be accused of being odd. I am listening to a powerful and very well written song, "You're gonna miss this," by Trace Adkins. It is a very comfortable mix of country soul and life memories. If you've ever stopped during your day and remembered little things that nobody but you and one other person might understand; whether its mother and child, husband and wife, brother and sister, best friends; you'll understand. Sometimes its just the slightest little upturn of a smile from someone you love. Sometimes it may be the little rhythm in the middle of a song or even some unforgettable pancakes that filled you up for 3 days (...of course I cant tell you that story; but trust me, only one of us needs to remember; just smile and keep readin'). Its funny how time passes and we eventually hear ourselves say something that parents used to say or some kid addresses you as "sir" or "old" without hesitating like you remember saying about somebody you thought was "soooo old." Some of us can name music groups that nobody has heard of and after the shock of going through all the melodies and hook lines and reenacting the video, it dawns on you, "they werent even swimming upstream then...." Anyway...I think you got my drift. Check out thsese lyrics....
It's amazing how little things count for so much for so long. The sound of your mother's footsteps, the raise of an eyebrow, hearing your whole name called loud, smelling your favorite dish cooking and of course, the hugs of a lifetime....you're gonna miss this.
Having seen Trace in person, HE is an imposing figure. I was impressed by how well he sounded and managed himself. He recently appeared on 
Celebrity Apprentice. He certainly represented Nashville well as well as fatherhood and the real down-home-people of America that just aint interested in a bunch of stuff you cant take with you. There's no price for pride in your child's eyes when they stare back at you. Yeah, thats something to be missed. Great song. Great artist. Great memories. Thats real "soul food!" Thanks Trace.
