Almost Flew
by Ted Slater on 05/23/2008 at 9:12 AM
I blogged about Jeff Caylor, a co-worker of mine who engineered and produced our first few podcasts, last November.
Since then, he's presented at the 2008 Dove Awards:
... and created a very cool claymation video of one of his songs, "Almost Flew":
I bought Jeff's album late last year, after it was recognized as the fifth most important CD of 2007 by Christianity Today. I still enjoy listening to it, preferably at night when I'm feeling introspective and melancholic.
I'm inspired by Jeff. Inspired to be more honest and vulnerable in the way I communicate. And inspired to pursue excellence in my creativity.
1. Sarah22 said the following at 9:57 AM on May 23:
This is off topic but I have never understood the idea of a "Christian Awards Show"...it seems so prideful....and it's one of the main reasons I have trouble getting my Father to listen to/enjoy CCM...I love CCM but that is one of the only things that taints it for me and I can't really argue back with him when he brings up why people who are supposed to be honoring and praising God are receiving honor and praise themselves...
2. Steve Watters said the following at 5:13 PM on May 23:
But beyond issues with CCM awards--that was a cool video. I'm continually amazed by the range of Jeff's talents.
3. Don said the following at 11:22 PM on May 23:
I bought this cd on iTunes after hearing it on the Boundless Show. Really great stuff! I'll have to check out that video after I'm done listening to the current podcast.
4. Jeff said the following at 11:23 PM on May 23:
Thanks for the post, Ted! People like the bird. I know that much. Appreciate the support!
5. Jo said the following at 10:21 AM on May 24:
that's an awesome video. think i even prefer it to the song!
6. Andrew said the following at 10:28 AM on May 24:
Augustine said that the love of worldly possessions is a sort of bird line which presents the soul from flying to God. I wonder if this is what Jeff had in mind when he made this video.
7. Lizzie said the following at 10:32 AM on May 24:
Awesome video. =D
8. Tami said the following at 10:58 AM on May 24:
I love the bird, too! How Jeff Caylor got me to feel sympathy towards a piece of clay is beyond me. ;)
Great music, as well. :)
9. Natasha said the following at 12:03 PM on May 24:
I really like that song & claymation video. (I even added it to my Facebook Wall!) It reflects a lot of the way I think that most Christians feel (if they're honest) about their Christian walk. It's such a frustrating but hopeful journey.
:)
10. Glenise said the following at 7:50 PM on May 24:
Yesterday, as I was sitting on the bus coming from work, I was wondering where my life was going and thinking about all the changes and challenges I will have to face. And I was very scared. That sweet little bird was such an inspiration. Thanks a lot (I immediately bought the song on iTunes)!
11. Hannah said the following at 5:15 PM on May 27:
I love that video. (I wonder, is it normal to relate so much to a piece of clay?) At first, it was a tad depressing, but then I was reminded of the victory we have in Christ.