Let the record stand that Audrey Dawn did not back down from a challenge. Two takes…this was the better of the two, so I’m going with it.
I was challenged to spread Christmas cheer by recording a holiday favorite and asking my followers to join in. I’m giving you all a pass with the hopes that you’ll go easy on your comments of my fearless attempt to sing Mary Did You Know.
Boom!
Merry Christmas, Y’all.
I reserve the right to delete this at any time, so you’d better hurry and listen. I have no idea why my entire picture is attached to this recording. My guess is because SoundCloud knows it just adds to my humble moment in the sun. (Newbie!) Kill me now. Ha. Ha. Ha. Maybe y’all could listen with your eyes shut for your old pal, Aud. Even though you can’t see my eyes I’m bright red at the thought of this post, but I won’t end the year being a chicken sh*t, so here goes nothin’… I’m down to the wire on this, as I was challenged a while back, but better late than never. I had to convince myself I could survive the humiliation I feared. In all honesty, I’ve never felt more safe than right here on my blog, Oldest Daughter Redheaded Sister…
For Heaven’s sake spread Christmas cheer or this is all for not!
I think I’m nearly ready for Christmas and I hope you are, as well. I love you, always. ~Aud
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
My heart just stood still for two minutes and thirty-seven seconds…
Missing you…
Michael
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What a special treat ~ and an incredible surprise, you have such a nice voice! I just figured people who wrote poetry had voices meant for paper rather than ears, but you have proven me very wrong 🙂 It is so cool you did this, and sang it a cappella…wonderful to hear, and this is going to be great to have in ’15: a weekly song by Audrey Dawn ~
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I’m going to get my pleasantries out of the way first, my dear. *blushing all over again* For the love of all that is right with the world, why isn’t this one of my posts that you miss?? Ahhh! I’m going to hide now. For forever…. but, thank you. You’ve put on your ‘aww shucks ma’am’ pants, huh? 🙂 I could just die. ..I can’t believe I sang, but I did.
Now….
Mr. Collis, you are out of your ever lovin’ mind, if you think 2015 will include another post of me singing. Hahahaha! Imagine! Not. Happening. Love. Nope. Nada. I don’t like telling you no, but tisn’t going to happen, Dalo. Giggle. My guess is that you’re going to get mighty sick of this version of Mary Did You Know in 2015.
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It was a great recording…and I think come Jan/Feb you will probably have a few and then belt-out and post another 🙂
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Don’t hold your breath, Cowboy. 😉 I’d have to be “down by the stream wasted” to do that for you by Jan/Feb!
(Aww. Thanks again…)
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🙂
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Audith! That was awesome. I’m proud of you! And you did it all A cappella! That is one of my very, very, very favorite Christmas songs. The words are just so powerful. And you certainly did it justice. Quick! Take a bow, madam.
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Oh, come on…thanks. Yes, I did and somewhere along the way went off, but whatever! It is one of my favs, too. We have good taste, I’d say. Justice…hahahaha. *shocked eyes* Don’t lie. Just change the subject… *bows and spills her eggnog*
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Whatever is right! I liked it. And I’m proud, too, you know. You want me to change the subject? Won’t do it! I like egg nog and you just wasted it to bits!
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You have to like it. I’ve left you no other choice. *shy smile*; You’re proud? Of me? Aww, Duke. But…you are always so sweet to me. I don’t deserve it, you know. Well, I had to ask in hopes that you would want to discuss something other than my singing. I didn’t waste too much of the eggnog. ..I only take a smidge. Tisn’t that good, Duketh.
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Egg nog is weird definitely. It can be a bit too much at times. Yes, the professor, you know, is rarely a proud sort of beast, too.
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Sorta weird and I have only really ever drank my grandmother’s eggnog. Yes, I can’t think too much about what I’m drinking when I’m drinking it, you see. Then if that is the case, I am honored to make you proud. Why aren’t you proud more often? Seems silly to waste it on me.
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It should seem silly to you, I think. Best that way, you know. Raw eggs aren’t so bad!
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Yes, because you’d say if I didn’t then I’d seem right full of myself, I suppose.
I know, you know? I know you know, but knowing isn’t as easy as it sounds, you know. Of this, I know.
Raw eggs??? You eat those??
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And…it’s best not to think too longly long about one’s self, I find.
*laughs* That’s a good few lines there.
Naw, only Gaston does.
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Yep! I’d prefer not to at all, actually. Let’s talk about you.
No it isn’t.
What does Gaston do exactly?
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Hmm…naw…that’d get scary. But…what would you like to have speaks about?
IT IS!
I think he hunts, right?
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Ooo, I don’t know. I’d have to think about it. First, I’d ask about music, I think.
Are you yelling at me? *laughs*
Does he? Hmm. I didn’t know that…
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Yes? What about it?
Maybe…
Yes, gooses, I believe.
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I, umm, well, I guess I should ask a question, but for some reason I feel like you’re yelling at me again. *laughs*
*skittish glance* I had a feeling.
Does he eat them?
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I think he does…and the professor isn’t yelling!
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Okay, he does. Okay, and you aren’t. *whispers huddled in a corner*
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Very moving, Aud. I wish I had been able to listen to it on Christmas. Thank you. My heart grew a few sizes and I’ve decided to return your presents and your roast beast. It may have gotten a little cold, though.
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Hi, Eric. Glad you got a chance to see this post. You’re welcome, of course. I still can’t believe I sang. I’ll take a beast any day…cold or not. Enjoy your weekend.
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Well done.
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Does it sound like I was in your barn…I do my best singing there, you know. 🙂
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magic, well done
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Aww. Thanks, Terry. Merry Christmas…
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You’re certainly braver than me! 🙂
Merry Christmas, Audrey. I hope you have a wonderful time! ❤
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I may never look anyone in the eye again, Heather. All in good fun!! Merry Christmas, my friend. Love you. xxx
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You too ❤
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You are brave, and you certainly didn’t back down from this challenge! You had the guts to follow through and put this recording out there. And a wonderful recording it is! I wasn’t familiar with the song, so you also introduced me to this. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas 🙂
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Thank you, Gus. I appreciate you commenting and supporting my efforts. I was so nervous…haha. I think I waited too long and Eric probably won’t see it, but I am thankful you did, as I wouldn’t have had to do it, if you hadn’t encouraged me to follow his blog. Giggle. Merry Christmas, my dear. ♡
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Yay Audrey! 🙂 Merry Christmas!
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Haha.. thanks. Merry Christmas, Amy!
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Ya, now that’s the spirit. Love it Audrey. Good for you. Merry Christmas to you, my friend. May it be full of fun and good times. Are you with your family, or staying in Texas?
🙂
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Goodness…just don’t laugh. I should have had you sing for me. Oh, all in the name of good cheer, I guess.
Merry Christmas, Staci. To you and your sweet family… hugs and love! I’m in Texas, and it may even be cool for Christmas. Go figure. 🙂
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Hahaha. So sorry for taking so long to reply Audrey. I’ve been busy and seem to have fallen into a bit of a ‘out-of-routine’ rut. Argh. I hate it when that happens.
Anyhow, I wouldn’t laugh. I don’t know if I would have done that great of a job, my friend. And yes, ‘all in the name of good cheer.’ 🙂 By the way, I love that song, “Mary Did You Know”.
So did you have a cool Christmas? We definitely didn’t.
Thanks Audrey.
🙂 ❤
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No problem. I totally understand about the rut. Sometimes it happens…tis the season of Christmas and blogging.
A gorgeous song, indeed.
My Christmas was great. It was warmish, but today it is cold. 45 and rainy, so definitely sweater and boots weather. 🙂 Hope your Christmas was nice. xxx
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We had a nice Christmas. Now just to get New Year’s over and then pack my butt off. We want to go on a short beach holiday around the 10th, so we need to pack up quick.
Am I making you jealous yet? 🙂
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Yes!! I’m on my way to help!! 🙂
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WooHoo! I’ll get the coffee on. HOwever, it’s stinking hot here. Heck, make sure you bring your bathing suit so you can come to the beach with us. Ahhhhhhhh
🙂
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Perfect! Have a wonderful time, Staci.
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This brings you so much closer….xo
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Only need you, Jel and Leah here with me, Mom. Love you.
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Way to go, Aud. You brought it for the season. I like your voice. From the heart, Red, from the heart. Merry Christmas, my friend. You are fearless. And you had nothing to fear in the first place. ❤
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From the heart, yes, this I will agree with, Chum. Haha…imagine me doing this all in the name of, for a lack of terms, Truth or Dare. Oh, seriously, there is so much to fear it isn’t even funny!!! I should have been drunk…would explain my actions better. I owe you a sit down, Sir. It has been a very busy few days…forgive me. I shall be over momentarily.
Merry Christmas, my dearest. ♡
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You are a peach, Aud. 🙂
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You’re a gift, Chum. Merry Christmas!!
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I enjoyed that. You are way braver than I am. I wouldn’t even want to hear me sing that or any song. Nice choice, it’s a lovely hymn.
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Aw. Well, I’d say I was brave for not trying a bit harder to sing on key for everyone so yeah, but I’ve been rushing about getting ready for Christmas and didn’t have much time. I’d like to hear you sing. Might help me feel a little better about sitting here with this post… 😉 Thank you and I agree, I love the hymn.
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Hey, that was good and took some guts to post onto soundcloud. I can’t sing unless there aren’t any people within a mile radius of me. And i certainly can’t post it online afterword!
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Kyle.. You have a way of swooping in like Superman to boost me when I throw my insecurities out and onto this blog of mine. Thanks. 🙂 I thank you for that… Obviously, I cannot sing without someone helping me along, but I was quick about it.
Honestly, I used soundcloud for this first time today. I have no friends, no followers and no need to try this again, so what ever will be will be…I may try a poem instead, but there will be no rushing back to that anytime soon. Hey…all the sudden I’m feeling extremely insecure about this being here and online…. *hides*
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You’re so much braver than me !!
Merry Christmas
🙂
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Brave or just stupid…mostly stupid. Thanks, Cinn. Merry Christmas to you and Hunter. xx
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Beautiful, Audrey! I love it. 🙂
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*sigh* I promise not to roll my eyes. Thank you… Merry Christmas, my friend.
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You’d better not roll your eyes. 😉 I wish I could find the perfect words to use that would finally convince you it sounds great. I’ll keep looking… Merry Christmas, my far too humble friend. 🙂
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You’re great at making me smile, Victor. You always have perfect words. Sadly, it is I who cannot take a compliment. I like the idea of you searching about, you know. Made me laugh… Thank you… ♡
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Glad to have made you laugh with that idea, as it’s always a pleasure of mine to do so. And don’t be so hard on yourself. You’re a person of incredible talent, Audrey. Thanks for sharing your gifts with the world. 🙂
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Thank you…And now you’ve made me blush…aww. I shall try, Sir. You’re one of my favorite poets, Victor, please keep blessing the world with your talent. Looking forward to some keyboard talent soon. 🙂
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Aww. Well it’s not the first time I’ve done that, and I’m sure it won’t be the last. 😉 You’re one of my favorites as well. Yeah, I need to get back into the keyboard thing. I’ve been slacking lately. Haha.
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I hope it isn’t the last… Get to work, Mister. Music to be made…haha. Giggle.
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Hahaha. Yes, ma’am! 🙂
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Good 🙂
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That is a lovely hymn and our choir sings it too. Thank you, and Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Leslie
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Thanks, Leslie. I have no doubt that your choir does an amazing job…with or without accompaniment.
Merry Christmas!
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Sung from the heart and as lovely as can be. Happy holidays to you, Audrey.
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Thank you, Shari. You know, the post went all wacky when it uploaded, so I’m thinking the casualties will be minimal. ie…very little exposure. 🙂 Happy Hanukkah, my friend. ♡♡
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I didn’t hear “wacky at all” – I had tears in my eyes as I listened.
Yet I also worry about what all that stuff in the computer melange might get stuck to anything I write
There’s the worry of how someone will take what is written when they can’t see my facial expressions or hand gestures, or when I use the wrong word, or leave out significant explanations.
So your hymn is exceptional. Just your voice and all the emotion and faith that comes across – simple and sincere.
Thank you for your sweet wishes. We had a great holiday.
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Aw. Tears? I think maybe that’s because we’re kindreds. Emotional beings, I suppose. In truth, it is a great song and I enjoy hearing it sang. Thank you…
Glad you and your family enjoyed your holiday. Take care, my friend.
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