{you are my little bird}

I was gifted a few CD's this Christmas...and I am in LOVE! They are all folk songs for children albums and they make my heart so happy every time I listen to them. I can see our family all listening to them as Lucy grows up and singing along together. Three of the albums are by Elizabeth Mitchell who has combined new songs with old and has put her own personal touch on each and every one. The songs are performed with banjo, guitar, clapping, and rhythm sticks. Her husband and daughter sing along on many of the tracks as well which is just the sweetest thing in the world. This is one of my absolute favorite songs off of her "you are my little bird" album...



Music is such a profoundly important part of a child's life. Even young babies listen attentively for the varying sounds and patterns in music and is such a beautiful learning tool for them. Lucy and I listen to music all day long together and I love the way she studies my mouth as I sing, and she will often start to "babble" or sing along with me.

Think of all of the music that gets passed down from generation to generation and all of the stories it carries with it. Think of how many children in the world a particular song has soothed, amused, or put to sleep. Think of how many families in the world have danced to these songs together. Music truly is a universal language. One that I certainly hope to pass on to my children....

If you need something to dance to...here's one for you from another album I received by the amazing Laura Veirs...

Enjoy!!