She was most recently seen playing Heidi in Now. Here. This., from the creators of [title of show] at the Vineyard Theatre and in First You Dream, a Kander and Ebb revue, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
This Time
Heidi Blickenstaff Lyrics
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The sunlight is soft and warm
Is this a gentle paradise
or only the eye of the storm?
This time will I just give in
when the rain starts to pour down?
This time will I start to swim
or will I start to drown?
As the wind circles all around
Waiting for the slightest move
Or the first unexpected sound
This time will I raise my sheild when the hunters spot their prey?
This time will I stay in the feild
or will I run away
from who I am
And what I want
and what I can find
and who I will be?
Now I'm moving along
as the twilight begins to spread
I take in this moment
as the clouds gather overhead
This time will I see what's true
when the lightning streaks through the grey?
This time will it blind my view
or will it light the way
to who I am
and what I want
and what I can find
and who will be?
And all these questions in me
are fading away as I suddenly see
I can embrace everything behind me
And find the place where I finally find me
Now I run with you
As a new sun begins to rise
I can see forever
Through these endless big blue skies
Now is the only time
Here is the only place
This is all I want to be
This time I can see the view
This time the sun will shine through
This time
This time
This time
The lyrics of Heidi Blickenstaff's song "This Time" tell a story of self-confidence, bravery and self-discovery. The singer is contemplating whether to face the challenges and obstacles ahead, or to run away from them. She is standing in a place where everything seems calm and peaceful, but she is unsure whether it's safe to trust the calmness or if it's just a temporary lull before a storm. The use of metaphorical language such as "the eye of the storm" and "the first unexpected sound" adds depth to the song and makes the listener feel the singer's predicament.
The song then describes the journey of the singer as she moves forward, encounters difficult situations and makes choices that are true to herself. The lyrics "This time will I raise my shield when the hunters spot their prey?" and "This time will I see what's true when the lightning streaks through the grey?" show how the singer questions her own strength and ability to persevere. However, she eventually realizes that the only way to find herself is to embrace everything behind her and to face the world with confidence. The lyrics "I can embrace everything behind me and find the place where I finally find me" provide a sense of closure and empowerment, culminating in the lyrics "Now is the only time, Here is the only place, This is all I want to be, This time I can see the view, This time the sun will shine through, This time".
Overall, "This Time" is a song about taking risks and trusting oneself to make the right choices, even in moments of uncertainty. It is an inspirational song that reminds us to be brave, to embrace change and to live life on our own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I'm standing here
I am currently present
The sunlight is soft and warm
The weather is pleasant
Is this a gentle paradise or only the eye of the storm?
Is this a safe haven or a false sense of security?
This time will I just give in when the rain starts to pour down?
Will I succumb to the difficulties or find the strength to endure?
This time will I start to swim or will I start to drown?
Will I succeed or fail?
Now I'm walking alone as the wind circles all around
I am wandering with no clear path
Waiting for the slightest move or the first unexpected sound
Anticipating a change in direction or circumstance
This time will I raise my sheild when the hunters spot their prey?
Will I protect myself from danger?
This time will I stay in the field or will I run away from who I am and what I want and what I can find and who I will be?
Will I confront my fears and remain true to myself or retreat in uncertainty?
Now I'm moving along as the twilight begins to spread
I am progressing through time
I take in this moment as the clouds gather overhead
I am present and aware
This time will I see what's true when the lightning streaks through the grey?
Will I see things clearly when faced with sudden conflict?
This time will it blind my view or will it light the way to who I am and what I want and what I can find and who will be?
Will I be blinded by adversity or will it guide me towards self-discovery?
And all these questions in me are fading away as I suddenly see
My doubts are disappearing as I gain clarity
I can embrace everything behind me and find the place where I finally find me
I can accept my past and discover my true self
Now I run with you as a new sun begins to rise
I am joined by a companion and a new day is beginning
I can see forever through these endless big blue skies
I have a sense of unlimited possibilities
Now is the only time, here is the only place
The present moment is all that matters
This is all I want to be
I am content with myself
This time I can see the view, this time the sun will shine through, this time, this time, this time
I have a positive outlook and believe in myself
Contributed by Evelyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Violet
on He Threw Me
Something he said has gone and jinxed me
When did he go and grow a spine
Leave it to him to leave me speechless
I dont know how but he threw me
Me of rosché and funk and wagnals
Him of the wind up and the pitch
Son of a bitch he got right to me
Scooped my right up in his glove and he threw me right into this writers block
My ship is coming in, and this guy burns the dock
Hes got a nerve to contradict me
Doesnt he know hes just a face
Still its a face thats fairly handsome
Whatever hes got they ought to can some
Cuz it is holding my brain ransom
I dont know how, he threw me
Who is he to call me trite
And who the hell is he... to possibly be right
Maybe it should be sweet and hopeful
Trouble is thats not what i know
Im at my best when dough is sorest
Im more a butcher than a florest
Gave it a go and killed a forest
Whatll i do he threw me
Oh but youd like him dad, a big sweet feel good fool
And hed like you too, dr. robert mitchell and his golden rule
If only you were here tonight, youd know exactly what to write
Page after page of sweet and hopeful
God you could really turn a phrase
Look at this treasure map you drew me
This garuntees that they won't boo me
And after all i doubt youll sue me
Thank you up there
Would you look where
He threw me
Juliet Shatkin
on It's Only A First Date
Maybe you will never know his favorite band at Woodstock
His favorite film by Hitchcock
The books his read, his touch in bed
You may never wake up to his homemade cheese ricotta
Theres not a lot of things you can claim
Cause it’s only a first date
Its far from a lifetime
No investment so theres no return
You can laugh at his jokes but you wont meet his folks
Cause it’s only a first date
Maybe we will never ride the rapids in a kayak
Or bicycle through nayak
Share a view
a Netflix que
Maybe we will never get to see who wins at ping pong
Or someday have a song of our own
Cause it’s only a first date
A few hours that flew by
Though it felt as though there might be more to come
No real memories shared
Don’t pretend that he cared
Don’t be fooled by the stars that hit the sky
There wasn’t the light in his eyes
But now it should come as no surprise
That life doesn’t go as planned
Still it was good to hold his hand
And maybe you’ll forget how reassuring were her kisses
Its easy to dismiss tonight
Cause it’s only an order
It’s hardly an entrée
Though it kinda dulls the hunger for awhile
You’ll forget by next week
And remember his smile
For its only a dance
Its only a meal
Its only a guy
So come on get real
Theres no chance in hell
That he feels what you feel
Cause it’s only a first date
Nothing more