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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Go The Distance

Okay, I went to a junior high orchestra concert the other night. First, let me just say that there's nothing like live music. It soothes the soul. Makes one realize that there's more to life than, oh, say the Internet.

It was beautiful. One of my husband's former students plays the cello, and that's why we went. It was fun to see him up there, making something magical.

But I digress. The last song they played was from the movie Hercules. Go the Distance.



Seriously, a Disney movie song?

Yeah, okay, it pretty much reduced me to tears.

Not because it was brilliantly arranged or performed. In fact, other pieces were more moving. Yet I wasn't all misty-eyed.

I was emotional because of the message of the song. As soon as I got home, I looked up the lyrics (cuz even though the Disney Channel is a staple around here, I don't have the words memorized. Believe it.)


I can go the distance
I will find my way
If I can be strong
I know ev'ry mile
Will be worth my while
When I go the distance
I'll be right where I belong

I love those words. They are so true for me and my publishing journey.

What do you think? When you go the distance, will you be right where you belong? Is every mile worth your while?

I think I will be. And I think it is.
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29 comments:

  1. HardygirlOctober 27, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Whew! Needed a pep talk this morning. It's slow-going over here with revisions.

    sf

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  2. Christine FonsecaOctober 27, 2009 at 7:31 AM

    Oh yah...for me the journey is everything. Of course I would like to be published...but it is everything I am learning - the friendships I am making - everything, that makes all the difference.

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  3. NorthwriterOctober 27, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Yes, every mile is worth my while in this incredible journey.
    It's like running a marathon. You can't skip any of the miles. The first is just as important as the last, that is, if there ever is a last mile.

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  4. Michelle D. ArgyleOctober 27, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    I just watched this movie yesterday with my daughter. I like that song. :)

    Every mile is worth my while, for sure. Even the one I'm currently on.

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  5. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Everytime I hear that song, I weep. There's more than just the win at the end, there's the plight and the struggle and the music itself gathers to end in that bittersweet, well-won victory.

    I'm glad you see your journey in that. It bears all good things.

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  6. UnknownOctober 27, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    It also reminds me to enjoy the journey rather than only focusing on the destination - and it's been an amazing journey so far. :)

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  7. Susan R. MillsOctober 27, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    Great post! I'd never thought about the words in that song. They definitely ring true.

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  8. WindyOctober 27, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    I'm such a sucker for Disney songs. So many of them have this similar message. Thanks for the encouragement today!

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  9. cleemckenzieOctober 27, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Love those filled-with-determination-and-hope kind of songs. I'd be teary too, and, yes, I plan to go the distance.

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  10. UnknownOctober 27, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    The journey is always worth every step! Sometimes it's just harder to see that. The reminders are always appreciated! :)

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  11. ScottOctober 27, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    YES!

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  12. TeriOctober 27, 2009 at 10:05 AM

    I guess I'll have to see the movie now! Lovely words. Thanks!

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  13. UnknownOctober 27, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    oddly enough that is one of my favorite movies! And what a great song :)

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  14. Jessica NelsonOctober 27, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    Yeah, I think every mile is worth it for me. And wherever I am at the moment is where I hope God wants me to be. :-)

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  15. Tere KirklandOctober 27, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    Every mile is worth my while... This will be my mantra!

    I'm learning that I need to keep working to hone my skills, and to remember that it'll all be worth it in the end!

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  16. XiXiOctober 27, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    I love Hercules, and that song always makes me cry.

    Fav Disney movie, for sure. I mean, how can you beat gospel muses?

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  17. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 11:57 AM

    I love those words! "Go the Distance!" I ran a few 10K races, and it feels good to complete the distance.

    Secretia

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  18. Michelle McLeanOctober 27, 2009 at 12:07 PM

    I think so too :) And by the way, several songs in that movie reduce me to tears :D But that might just be me ;-D

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  19. Elana JohnsonOctober 27, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Phew. At least I'm not the only one sniffling through an animated movie! :)

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  20. lisa and lauraOctober 27, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    Every mile will be worth my while?? PERFECT. I need someone to stitch that on my pillow or something.

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  21. Kathy McIntoshOctober 27, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    Given my struggle to finish my current WIP, this is perfect. I'm going to add the movie to my list to watch when I'm down.
    (I sniff, too, animated or not!)

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  22. UnknownOctober 27, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Funny, I was thinking Beck.

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  23. Kathryn Hupp-HarrisOctober 27, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    That's my favorite Disney movie.
    :-)

    I hope I'm where I belong at the end of this journey. The vision of what I truly want keeps changing.

    Yikes.

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  24. storyqueenOctober 27, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    I love this song!

    And I kind of need it right now.....


    Shelley

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  25. PJ HooverOctober 27, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    OMG, totally! And I mist up at stuff like this all the time. I love finding messages that help me stay on track.

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  26. Bish DenhamOctober 28, 2009 at 5:31 AM

    Wonderful words. No matter where I go, here I am. And yes, every step is worth it.

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  27. AnonymousOctober 29, 2009 at 6:25 AM

    That is a good motto, "every mile worth the while"

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  28. Carolyn V.October 29, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    I hope so!

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  29. Jean OramOctober 31, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    I hope so too. The path getting there sure has been fun!

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