Special request ... 19 days and counting

Some of you may have noticed I changed our blog title to Brighter than the Sun. On Saturday, June 16th, on the way to World Market to pick up a couple of supplies for Avery's birthday party, this Colbie Caillet song came on the radio. It had only been about 16 hours since learning about Keane's heart defect and knowing that he had to have open heart surgery in order to live.

Music is powerful. Research suggests children who have familiar music playing while in recovery - especially in places like the ICU - have less anxiety. Every day since June 16th we have played Brighter than the Sun for Keane. Many of you know how much we like to dance. Just about every day we have our own version of Owen Dance Party. Caillet's song now makes Keane smile and calms him when he is fussy. He knows the song and he loves it.

If you haven't heard my chosen theme song for Keane, I've included a version with lyrics. However, this is our only Keane theme song. I am sure the Peds ICU and Med/Surg floor staff would appreciate some variety, as well as our family. So, my request to you:

Please reply to this post with the name of the song and the artist that you believe reflects a good theme song for Keane - one that he would enjoy listening to during his hospital stay

Keane's uncle James (Erin's brother) has agreed to help load our song and yours on an iPod. We need the songs soon, so we can start dancing to them and playing them at home. It's important the songs are familiar. We have only 19 days and counting...!