Enough

This is a poem I wrote tonight while waiting for my wife to get off work. I was sitting in my car while the rain beat down outside. I had Jon Foreman's "Your Love Is Strong" cranking over the speakers. I wrote this on my phone...

ENOUGH

You woke me this morning and invited me to breathe
You took away my clothes, you stole my stuff
You burned my possessions, you were enough

You took my hand and invited me outside
You set flame to my house and gave my car away
You pointed to the sky and said welcome to another day

I was afraid but you comforted me with open arms
You told me love doesn't live in things, plastic and diamond rings
You took my money and gave it away, told me you were enough today

It pained me to watch it all go
But you gazed at me with eyes that said there was more to know
We kept walking, the fire continuing to burn it all
My knees tightened, the clouds began to fall

I asked you why, why you had to burn it all
Don't you care about me at all
Then you stopped, told me to turn around
You told me to tell you what I saw

My house burning, my car gone
My clothes off but the curtains not drawn
My money in the trash, my things nothing but smashed
I told you that I saw myself dying as I lost it all

And then you left my side and showed up in the flames
Holding my body up clothed in gold armor
And as the flames continued to attempt a fight
You showed me love in that burning light

You wept all over me and cried out to let go of my life and all this stuff
Your tears covered me in a love that was more than enough
You told me that my fortune today was the next breath I took
You invited me into the pages of your eternal book

And your tears of joy and love put out the flames
As you sang over and over the melody of my name
Smiling and laughing and crying
And I knew you were enough

All was still and the flame was now your love inside me
The flame was your love helping me to see
That you were enough for me

You are enough for me...

Out of Nowhere...

Wow, I haven't written on this thing since I was like seven. Sorry about that. I'm one of those guys who loves reading consistent blogs, but I'm guilty of not keeping up with my own. Lame!

Too much has happened since I last wrote anything, so I'll just ring off a few to get me back into this instead of overwhelming myself, cuz we all know, if we're overwhelmed about blogging, then we probably won't. Alright, schweet!

So, Kel and I recently got back from a missions trip to South Africa. It was absolutely unbelievable and I would love to tell you more about it in person, so please ask. Here are a few pictures from the trip. I've got a ton more on my Facebook page. Check them out.

I also just made a huge decision in my life...I chose an English Premier Soccer team to follow. And I'm fired up about it! I chose Newcastle United. I'll be honest. I basically chose for a few reasons...one being, I think their black and white striped jersies are absolutely SICK! The next reason was because I like rooting for teams who aren't necessarily tearing up the league so that I have something to hope for and root for instead of choosing someone at the top. And thirdly, some friends helped me in my decision...specifically Vicky. She's from London and she told me I was making a good choice so I thought that was good coming from someone who is actually from there. She's even rooting now too. So yeah, I'm pretty excited. Maybe I'll go out and buy Kel one of their jersies. Not sure if she'd ever wear it, but she'd look dang cute if she did.

And I guess a third thing is that I'm reading through the Chronicles of Narnia for the first time and I'm loving it. I should have done this 37 years ago. What was I thinking?! Such rich stories. I'm currently on The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

So there's a subtle attempt at not overwhelming myself in getting back into this thing. Let's see if I stay with it this time.

But seriously, South Africa was beyond breathtaking, so please ask for stories if you'd like. It wouldn't do it much justice to try to put it in a blog.

Also, raise high a glass of nog tonight. Tis the season. Much love.
Seth

Tribute to Yankee Stadium

I'm not a Yankees fan, but I can't help but love this video. It reminds me how beautiful the game of baseball is and how I will never stop loving it.

Your Love Is Strong

Not sure if there is a more beautiful, crushing song out there right now...for me at least. This song works me and fills me and overflows within me and makes me want to run and fly and love and love and love...

Let it shake you.
It's by Jon Foreman.

ESPN Podcasts

Alright, so for those of you who know me and for those of you who don't, I'm a pretty big sports fan. I can talk about any sport at any time of day and thoroughly enjoy it. Sometimes I think I would love to have a sports radio show where me and a buddy get to talk sports for an hour or so and get paid for it. Not a bad gig for those of you who do this (probably none of my readers). I've been tuning in to about six different ESPN podcasts every day at work while I'm designing at my computer from 8-5. These guys are nuts and say some of the most hilarious and out-there lines, but they also keep me informed on the sports world. I almost feel like I know these dudes. A couple of my faves are "The Best of Mike and Mike" and "Thundering Herd." I also really like the Baseball Today podcast. All of them are great. Check em out sometime. You'll get a kick out of these dudes. They're like sports fans on acid. You can download them on iTunes or on ESPN.com.

Redesigned

So I redesigned this site today and hope to update it more in the future. If you want to follow my blog, scroll down and click the link on the sidebar to become a follower. I know I've been horrible at updating this in the past, but hopefully you can help inspire me by becoming a follower so that I actually know people are reading it. :)

Much love.

One Day...

Coldplay and the NBA Draft

First off, if you haven't yet listened to the new Coldplay, please do. It is absolutely ridiculous. So beautiful it should be illegal, but I'm glad it's not. The driving drum rhythm of tracks like "Lost!" and the airy instrumental melodies on tracks like "Life In Technicolor" and "Death and All His Friends" make me want to live. I could play the first track on repeat all day and feel a million miles above the moon. And the chorus at the end of "Death and All His Friends" completely blows my mind..."No, I don't want to battle from beginning to end, I don't want to recycle the cycle of revenge, I don't want to follow death and all of his friends." Simply freezing it's so beautiful. This album truly makes you stop and think of life and beauty and a thousand other things. I can't get enough. And what a beautiful line to end an album..."And in the end, we lie awake and dream of making our escape."

It is the eve of the NBA Draft and I've never been so excited. I haven't been a huge NBA fan all my life. Usually more a college b-ball fan. But over the past couple years, my love for the game and the Cavs have peaked. And I actually know some of the names in this year's draft. And man, there is some serious talent in this field. My Cavs are sitting at pick 19, so we'll see who they end up with...hopefully a stud center who can take over for Ilgauskas.

I'm going to go finish my coffee and watch the group of women knitting at the table next to me. There's about 17 of them. They own this joint right now.

Much love.
Williams

Oh Wow, I Cannot Wait!

Coldplay's new album, Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends.
Get it June 17. First single, "Violet Hill", released on Coldplay.com April 29.

Tribe Win On Opening Day!

Grandpa Williams

June 6, 1914 - March 12, 2008
An amazing man, an amazing father, an amazing grandfather.
We will never forget your heart, your smile, and your infectious laugh.
We will always love and miss you.
Go Tribe!

Go Tribe!

I'm about to black out...tomorrow is opening day for the Tribe! The road to the Series starts now...

Catchin' Up

I'm sitting at It's a Grind with Kel, drinking a cold coffee and looking out the window on one of the most beautiful days I've ever experienced. Today is ridiculous outside. Kel and I ate some burritos at the ocean and watched high schoolers flirting like out of an episode of Laguna Beach. We're now in our new apartment in Carlsbad and loving it. Very thankful for this place we call home. I'm typing on my iPod Touch, so that's why these thoughts are choppy and quick. I'll write more later.

We bought tickets yesterday to see the Tribe play the Angels on April 7th. Can't wait. I've missed the game a lot.

Much love.
Seth

The Road to Black Lake

Today the sun rose black
Over a beautiful town
My heart rose with hope
And fell to the ground

I stepped out into the cold
And wondered which road to take
When I saw a dark figure in the distance
Waving me in the direction of a dark lake

A strong wind fought me
As I began to walk
I didn't want to go
But I couldn't seem to talk

I heard a voice say
Come here son, these waters are warm
I took a breath and started to cry
As the sky doors opened and it began to storm

My feet were bare and covered in dirt
When I reached the edge of the lake
Someone pushed me from behind
And I fell into a cold mistake

Like a robber in the night
Who graciously returns what he takes
I was a man of solid faith
Caught down the road to black lake

The water was so cold I couldn't see
But I felt a hand come to rescue me
It pulled me to dry ground
As I heard the dark figure scream

Arms were around me in a warm embrace
Telling me all was fine
A man dressed in white wiped my tears and said
It's ok son, I am yours and you are mine
It's not good to be alone
Let me lead you home

The man in white said
You were a man of solid faith caught down the road to black lake
But because of me you are free
And second chances never end for those who believe

The storm broke and the sky became alive
I looked up and let out a thankful sigh
Today the sun rose black and my heart fell to the ground
But tonight the sun set bright and my heart spun round

It's black like a nightmare
When faith and darkness fight
But for those who believe in faith
That darkness turns to light

For those who walk by faith
The darkness fades to light...

© 2007 Seth Williams

Someday...

Well folks, I know it's been quite a while since I've written on this thing, but I'm going to try to make an effort here. A lot has been happening lately. Things that have made me stop and wonder about my life. About who I am. About what I want to be. About what God made me for. About where I'm going and if my motives are healthy...am I going where I want to go or to the place, wherever it may be, that will draw me closer to God. That's a huge question that's floating around my mind right now. Tough to tackle.

Matt and I got back a week ago from my parents' cottage. We headed into the Michigan woods, which were absolutely breathtaking (see above), to chase a dream of writing a film script. Yes, a feature length movie. It's called Someday Festival. It's been in the making for a few years now. Ever since Matt and I lived together in LA. So we took a week and pounded out a draft that we feel confident and excited about and have turned it in to Matt's agent's assistant. If he feels it's solid, then he passes it along to his agent in hopes that he can hook us up with a literary agent to help find us someone that believes in our film as much as we do...and then hopefully we can get this bad boy made. It's always been a dream to see this story told on the screen, so I'm not giving up till it makes it one day. We'll see what God wants to do with it. It's truly a beautiful and powerful story and it would be an honor if it could touch someone's heart one day as they sit watching it in a theater.

Tomorrow I'm going to pick up a new Moleskine journal from the bookstore. I'm excited because I'm going to start writing the books of the Bible out as a new way of studying the Word. I've heard it's pretty solid, and knowing the way I learn, it'll probably help me to write the actual words out on paper.

It's about time for bed. I wish the Tribe could have pulled out that World Series this year, but I've got to hand it to the Sox. They are absolutely unstoppable. And the Brownies have a winning record right now...HELLO! And...the Celtics start their season tomorrow! Can't wait to see those boys take the court! They're gonna be solid!

Much love and cups of coffee...
Seth

...oh, and please pick up Griffin House's new album, Flying Upside Down, and This Holiday Life's new album, The Beginning of the End of the World. Both insane! Both brought tears to my eyes...

Now That's What I'm Talkin' About!

Go Tribe!

Grady Sizemore is out of control and he's taking his Tribe to the Series. Just watch...

I Just Crapped My Pants

Sex God and March Madness

I'm sitting at Panera right now sipping an I.C. Mocha while reading and watching the March Madness scores update on my laptop. The scores always have to be ridiculously close in the tournament, so I'm sitting here looking like a complete freak as I cringe and dramatically react to the updating on my screen. Who cares though? I'm also reading an amazing book right now by Rob Bell called Sex God. Only a chapter into it, but so far it's really opening my heart and challenging me. I just read about bringing heaven to earth. At one point he says, "How you treat the creation reflects how you feel about the creator." I love that. What a beautiful challenge. I want to live more like that, treating people the way I want to be treated, and more importantly, the way God wants all of us to be treated. I want to bring what Jesus teaches to this earth and actually live it in a raw and genuine way.

Also, I can't say enough about Bloc Party's new album, A Weekend In The City. This stuff shakes me and leaves me hoping to wake up tomorrow as a drummer. Lately, I'm the guy in the car who is beating his dashboard like a drum set and looking like a complete dork. I don't care though. You would be too if you were listening. Pick up this album. Absolutely beautiful.

Can't Get Enough...