Billy Joel

I have been to many big concerts. Some of the biggest bands around, Coldplay, Pearl Jam, Chilli Peppers, Live (not U2 though).

But Billy Joel last night, stood heads and shoulders above the rest.

Billy knew how to play to the crowd with humour, exceptional music and mood. I have never had so many spine tingling moments at a concert as I did last night.

Songs included My Life, Big Shot, Allentown, New York State of Mind, River of Dreams, We didn't start the fire, Extremes, Uptown Girl, Goodnight Saigon, Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, Pressure, You May Be Right, Still Rock and Roll to me and of course Piano Man.

Goodnight Saigon was the highlight followed by New York State of Mind and Piano Man.

His opening gag was in reference to his age, by introducing himself as "Billy's Dad". Great moment.

I will go again, if he tours and I suggest you do the same!

Jim

Climate Change, Forgiveness and Christmas

So, its been a little while, and its been irregular. My posts that is.

It seems 'Climate Change' are the buzz words of the month. Its on everyone's agenda. Australia is suffering from what seems to be an endless drought. Polar caps are melting, green house gases are killing the ozone and temperatures are rising. These are facts (apparently).

But can someone tell me why its so cold in November then?

I wonder whether Christians are as good as forgiveness as they ought to be. Part of me thinks that non-believers are actually better at forgiving people. I think a Dietrich Bonhoeffer quote helps here. Bonhoeffer said "Many Christians are unthinkably horrified when a real sinner is suddenly discovered among the righteous". I wonder if this attitude makes it harder for us to forgive? The fact that a 'righteous' person would actually 'sin' as we expect perfection. Where as our non-believing friends may not have the same shock value. Point being, I think we need to seriously remember what we have been forgiven in order to forgive others.

Also, Christmas is soon and I just love this time of year. If only it was warmer (see first paragraph).

Jim