Music Monday for the Journey Forward

 We are in the home stretch! Can you feel it? Christmas is rapidly approaching and 2011 is coming to an end. It's rather crazy how fast it got here. Does anyone know where October and November went? I think they snuck out early when no one was looking. Those scoundrels.

I have less than two weeks until I am completely finished with work for the year! As exciting as this is, it also implies the sheer craziness that surrounds finishing everything by that deadline. Judging by the zombie-esque look I've noticed on the majority of the population, I'd say everyone is feeling the same way. Plus, can we please talk about the fact that Christmas is a short twenty days away? Has anyone been on their game this year concerning gifts? This is the most unprepared I've ever been. I'm not too sure how I feel about that fact, but I am sure that we could all use a bit of pep-up.

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Firstly, I want to share this old Starbucks' ad. I always think what an awesome thing it would be if people actually had this happen to them. Secretly, I think it will be my future career calling. I can see it now, a member of a personal cheer squad! My parents will be so proud.

Now, on to the playlist. Hopefully these songs will inspire you to buckle down and keep going. The finish line is on the horizon. We can do it. Just. Keep. Swimming!

1. Journey- "Don't Stop Believing" A Classic.

2. Mumford & Sons-"The Cave" Now this song might not necessarily fit the playlist, but I think it's a good pump-up song. It just gets you going!

3. Andy Grammer- "Keep Your Head Up" This is my first time watching this video and I'm just gonna go ahead and say that I LOVE it!

4. Big Time Rush- "Halfway There" No playlist would be complete without some BTR.

5. George Michael- "Faith" Cause you gotta have faith in finishing strong and in those dance moves!

I hope this playlist gives you the energy to power through these last few weeks of 2011. If there is another song you listen to that gives you a second wind, please share it in the comments section. I am always up for some new pick-me-ups!