Singer/songwriter Josh Wilson’s music is inspirational. Who knew that his viral YouTube video would inspire me to write not only this post, but one on Backseat Writer as well? (Read “Weird Wednesday:: Stuck in Newark with Josh Wilson“).
What I love about this video is not only does it highlight that Josh Wilson is hilarious, a great musician, and someone who deserves a little limelight–I doubt that Josh planned this spontaneous singalong as a publicity move. From what I know of Josh, he was just looking to boost the spirits of his fellow travelers and have a little fun. But God is using this video to amuse thousands of people, and through it, His Name is being made famous. I’m pretty sure that Josh wouldn’t want it any other way, which is another reason why Josh Wilson inspires me.
To take it a step further, everyone thinks about doing something spontaneously crazy, right? One time when I was just out of high school, my friends and I drove to the shore in February at midnight. Why? Who knows? But an icy jump in the ocean made me question my sanity. It was fun, silly, crazy–and I loved it. Every once in a while, we get a chance to do something out of the ordinary–to have a magical conversation with a stranger, to help an elderly lady carry her groceries to the car, and once in a while, we take a chance. A big chance. And it changes our lives. Josh Wilson took that chance when he pulled his guitar out of the case and started singing. It’s wild. It’s fun. It’s unexpected!
It’s the way life is meant to be lived, at least in part. We love what Josh Wilson did because it tickles our funny bones and, if you’re like me, it inspires me to be bold–to make conversation with a stranger or find a way to use my talents to bring joy to others.
Josh didn’t just sing “Hey Jude” that day; he taught us all an important lesson. We all need to loosen up, pull out our “guitars” (talents), and “sing” loud and clear for all to hear.
Check out all of Backseat Writer’s Josh Wilson coverage (yes, he’s been ever-so-faithful in doing interviews and the like for BSW and it is much appreciated.)




Yesterday after lunch, my best friend Sarah and I ventured into Fashion Bug to look for a few last-minute Christmas presents. We [incorrectly] thought there might be some good deals with the holidays looming so close on the horizon. While we sifted through some interesting [translation: ugly as all get out] clothes on the clearance racks, I made small talk with one of the sales girls.
After a dinner of homemade chili, cornbread, and tortilla chips, my gal pals and I decided to kick back and spend our Saturday evening watching a movie. What movie did we choose?
I admit that I’m a bit of a news junkie…OK, a lot of a news junkie. And this whole trillion dollar budget deal of President Obama’s has me a bit freaked out. Then I checked out
I’m getting married!!! OK, not really…but it’s a good hook, huh? Because know you really want to know what I’m writing about, don’t ya? Well, a marriage is happening. It’s not technically a marriage, but it is a “technical marriage”. What I mean to say is Atypical Musings (my blog) and Backseat Writer (my ultra-cool other site) are getting married! The two sites are merging into one in the next week or so.
Since it’s still selling like hot cakes, I decided to write a review about Water For Elephants, which I enjoyed immensely. Enjoy!
Amy Sondova is a writer specializing in media writing, including interviews and reviews, as well as blogging. Having interviewed over 30 of the top musicians, writers, and speakers in the Christian media, Amy has also written countless columns, reviews, and articles on various topics including mental illness, self-injury, working with teenagers, and Christianity. She lives with her best friend, Sarah, and has two dogs, a cockatiel, and a betta named General Tso.
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