Music Mondays: Sara Bareilles & Ingrid Michaelson "Winter Song"

It is the coldest day we've had so far in Cleveland during our holiday vacation. And yet, still no snow. It feels like the skies might just send down a flurry when we leave on Wednesday, but we'll see. I'd love to see the city dusted in white.

The holidays are coming to an end, and soon it will be a new year. I'm already looking forward to warmer weather, even if that means the sunny California coast upon our return. On this Monday, I wanted to share a little song of winter, dreaming of spring days to come. Ingrid Michaelson and Sarah Bareilles' "Winter Song" is both somber and hopeful—my favorite combination. I adore this song, and I have for many years now. It's wonderful when random coffee shop compilation albums generate such memorable tracks (and this one isn't the only one—I shared a song by Lenka earlier in the month, which was on the same album).

Today was the first time I'd actually watched the song's official music video. An adorable and sweet animation that I just had to share with you all. I hope you enjoy, and that you are feeling fat and happy at the close of this holiday season. xx

Artist: Ingrid Michaelson & Sarah Bareilles
Song: "Winter Song" | download | stream
Album: The Hotel Cafe Presents... Winter Songs