This weekend, we attended the inaugural Life is Beautiful Music Festival in Las Vegas and found ourselves positively reassured that life is in fact beautiful.
From swimming next to sharks in a desert heated pool to uncontrollably laughing with faces we have missed or galavanting around the urban streets of Old Las Vegas where the infamous "rat pack" used to hang (SInatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr.), we experienced an array of life-loving moments. If you have never been to Las Vegas, we recommend seeing it at some point in your life. There is something enchanting about the atmosphere- the lights, the glitz & the glam, how it magically makes you feel quite young and free. And despite the constant scent of cigarettes, the sheer gluttony emanating at all hours in the casinos and the stigma surrounding all that "Sin City" has to offer, we found ourselves feeling invigorated by the constant energy.
At the music festival, we were blessed to be able to share a new experience with various artsy folks from near and far. Whether dancing our hearts out to When We Were Young by The Killers, tasting some of the best food (Bronze Cafe's Pita Sandwich, The Rebel Hot Dog at Sin City Dogs, Nacho Daddy's Steak Tacos), or admiring the beautiful & contemporary street art, it was hard to get away from the fact that we are all in this together. "This" being life in general. In each and every way, whether your current life revolves around your child's soccer game, desk daydreams, or advising students in a classroom, there can be moments that deeply unify all of us. Yes, maybe this is just a little 'hippie' vernacular slipping through but think about it. For us, we were interconnected with so many different people via the love of music, food, and art. When you are surrounded by loved ones and strangers alike, singing the same song and clapping to one beat, you almost feel a part of a greater team.
And think of how much better it would be if we, as a team, together commit to living each day believing that life is beautiful. Life is Beautiful in Las Vegas reminded us of that simple mindset we get away from at times. For us, life was beautiful because we were listening to amazing live tunes with good company and exploring an unfamiliar place. For you, life may have been beautiful for a whole other reason. But together, let’s intentionally find why life was beautiful today.
Today (and for the past few days), we find graditude in the music bringing people from all walks and talks together, realizing the phrase “go to Vegas for a day, stay for a week” is well justified, and living the beautiful life.
From swimming next to sharks in a desert heated pool to uncontrollably laughing with faces we have missed or galavanting around the urban streets of Old Las Vegas where the infamous "rat pack" used to hang (SInatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr.), we experienced an array of life-loving moments. If you have never been to Las Vegas, we recommend seeing it at some point in your life. There is something enchanting about the atmosphere- the lights, the glitz & the glam, how it magically makes you feel quite young and free. And despite the constant scent of cigarettes, the sheer gluttony emanating at all hours in the casinos and the stigma surrounding all that "Sin City" has to offer, we found ourselves feeling invigorated by the constant energy.
At the music festival, we were blessed to be able to share a new experience with various artsy folks from near and far. Whether dancing our hearts out to When We Were Young by The Killers, tasting some of the best food (Bronze Cafe's Pita Sandwich, The Rebel Hot Dog at Sin City Dogs, Nacho Daddy's Steak Tacos), or admiring the beautiful & contemporary street art, it was hard to get away from the fact that we are all in this together. "This" being life in general. In each and every way, whether your current life revolves around your child's soccer game, desk daydreams, or advising students in a classroom, there can be moments that deeply unify all of us. Yes, maybe this is just a little 'hippie' vernacular slipping through but think about it. For us, we were interconnected with so many different people via the love of music, food, and art. When you are surrounded by loved ones and strangers alike, singing the same song and clapping to one beat, you almost feel a part of a greater team.
And think of how much better it would be if we, as a team, together commit to living each day believing that life is beautiful. Life is Beautiful in Las Vegas reminded us of that simple mindset we get away from at times. For us, life was beautiful because we were listening to amazing live tunes with good company and exploring an unfamiliar place. For you, life may have been beautiful for a whole other reason. But together, let’s intentionally find why life was beautiful today.
Today (and for the past few days), we find graditude in the music bringing people from all walks and talks together, realizing the phrase “go to Vegas for a day, stay for a week” is well justified, and living the beautiful life.