She's Closer to Fine

It's high time I sang the praises of my talented sister, Lindsay. At birth the doctors said she would either play the guitar or piano with the long fingers God gave her, at eight she picked up her first guitar, at eighteen she recorded her first album, and now at thirty she has stirred up the Seattle music scene and has a talent no one can deny is a gift from God.

This past week the whole family hightailed it to the Big Apple to see Lindsay grace the stage with the Indigo Girls, who have played a notable influence on Lindsay's music career. As her little sister I can not adequately express how proud I am. The obstacles she has overcome to be where she is today is nothing short of a miracle, and as I think back to all the seasons of life where she just wanted to give up I praise the Lord for giving her perseverance, determination and hope.  With every pluck of the guitar strings she pressed forward praying that one day her gift would be seen as unique, genuine and beautiful. A singer and poet, Lindsay writes from the deepest corners of her heart revealing her vulnerability and creativity as she musters up both personal and fictional refrains that bring you to your feet and tears to your eyes. 

The show was a sensation! Chills ran up and down my spine as I reminisced of the days when my sisters and I would hum harmonies and tap our feet to staples like Closer to Fine, Kid Fears, and Galileo. The croud was great and embraced Lindsay as if she was one of the band. 

Lindsay, I have never been more proud of you! Thank you for not burrying your treasure. Thank you for inspiring me to embrace my own gifts and share them with others. Thank you for putting your heart into everything you do and allowing your family and friends to walk with you as you push through the barriers and embrace your calling. You are so beautiful and I am so thankful for your life and the life you give to others through your breathtakingly poignant music. I love you and I am so excited for what our faithful Lord has in store for you and your guitar!

You can find Lindsay's latest album on Itunes and if you live in Seattle you can keep up with her shows via her website. And for your listening pleasure I have a couple of her songs on my "Library Page" (click on the pen link in my navigation bar).

Comments

[Sherri B.]

This is a very touching tribute to your Lindsay and she is very blessed to have a sister that loves her so.

[Tiffany]

I think I just got chills reading this. How exciting to watch your sister's success. I LOVE the Indigo Girls, saw them in New Orleans, and love belting out their songs in the car...if your sister's music is similar, I'm sure I'll really enjoy hers as well. Congrats to her! Sweet post, Coco! Warmly, Tiffany

[Sarah]

What a beautiful and wonderful post! Makes me think of my little sis.

[summer]

how awesomely exciting!! oh my goodness.

[Natasha]

Such a beautiful post. I have a little sister too and i'm incredibly proud of her accomplishments. I can only imagine how you must have felt watching your sister on stage.

[nikki]

such a wonderful post...and those pictures are s t u n n i n g!

[Kirra Sue]

Wow that is so incredible! I cannot wait to check out her music! How special to hear a little bit about her journey. Your pictures are amazing!

[Ashley V.]

Caitlin!!
I have been thinking about you and wondering when you were headed to NYC... SO much fun! Your sis is awesome and your pictures are awesome. Proud to have her CD!

[Clare @ Mrs Multitasker]

You are a lovely sister! And how wonderful for your sis to play with the indigo girls! Wow!

[fresh365]

Wow, that is so exciting! Congrats to your sister! The Indigo Girls are amoung my favorites and I can't imagine how amazing it was for you to watch your sister on stage!

[Deb]

I have chills reading this. They used to be (and still are) one of my favorites. Beautiful post and beautiful blog!!
Cheers!
Deb

[esther]

Oh! How exciting! It touches one deep down in their soul to see a sibling push through difficult times and come out triumphant. Congrats to your sister and to you for your support!

[Sini]

What a touching post. Beautiful pictures of NYC too!

[Kami]

I was just wondering the other day when this would be happening! So happy you got to be part of this. Your sister is very talented. We need a coffee/tea hangout date soon!

[Holly]

HI:) I've been following your blog for quite a while-love it! Just wanted to let you know I made the Spiced Sweet Potato Cake and posted it on my blog. I left links for people to visit here too:)

[k jane]

Wow! what an accomplishment. I learned about the indigo girls one year when i was hiking in the blue ridge mountains. Two of my friends harmonized closer to fine and I fell in love. Hope to hear more about your sister's journey. I secretly wish i could sing on stage too! yay for awake dreams!

[bridget]

that's seriously AMAZING. what i wouldn't give to have osme musical talent! and i LOVE indigo girls. my sister and i belt out the words to closer i am to fine or galileo every time we see each other.!