Long ago I realized that music is the most powerful form of communication we have. With music, we can say things we normally could not say in conversation. The music we create is not only a conversation with us and other, but us and whatever higher power we believe in. Music is created to make an emotional response occur.

It happens to us every day. When a song you like comes on the radio or internet station and you notice it, you crank it up right? That's a response. On the other hand, a piece of music we hear may bring up a memory that might not be so happy and we begin to cry.

What set me off the edge this past week was a tune from Beth Orton called "Thinking About Tomorrow". Can be found on both her "Daybreaker" and 'Pass In Time" albums. Really gorgeous songs.

Lately, I have tried to find music that creates a massive emotional response like a crying jag. Not sure why, but I think I need a serious catharsis and I fear that until I do, things around me will fail to align properly, ultimately leading to a complete collapse of my world.

My request of those who read this, if you have a favorite song that causes a major emotional response, share it with me!