We Came with a Mission, by Cantrell Maryott

Cantrell Maryott releases, We Came with a Mission

10/8/2016

An Anthem for the World

Long-time singer/song writer and visual artist, Cantrell Maryott releases, We Came with a Mission, October 6, 2016. Lyrics by Sharon Mehdi.

Some years ago my friend Sharon Mehdi sent me the words to this song. She asked if I would write the music as an Anthem to give away free to the world. With the help of Jacquelene Ambrose, Mitzi Dasheya Cowell, Catherine Zavala, Karen Falkenstrom and Heather Hardy all playing from the love in their hearts it is now up on Bandcamp for a free download.

— Cantrell Maryott

About Cantrell

By Debi Bodett

I first crossed paths with Cantrell 18+ years ago, when I was moving out of Alaska, and she was arriving—that small space in time of 'before' and 'after'. We noticed each other and have remained 'friends of heart,' although never living in the same location.

I've been witness to her intrinsic artistic vision, through her one-of-a-kind reliquaries, song and musical creations, and her latest offering, Chanteling. Mostly, I've noticed how she listens to her heart and follows her intuitions. She lives true to her core with a deep integrity, to be admired.

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Where Joy Lives

Cantrell's gift is a direct reflection of her deep inner joy. When we witness that in others, we can sometimes ask, "I see joy there, but where does it live and how can I access it in my life?"

Seeking joy is a lifetime journey. As with all things, we need simply remember again and again, that it's present and always a choice. It gets trickier in the dark times when it's hard to remember or find motivation for anything.

A sound, simple piece of advice once came to me from two 8 year-old boys interacting. One said to the other, "I don't know how to be happy," and the other responded, "You just think of something you want to do. You do it, and then you're happy."

You think of something you want to do. You do it, and then you're happy.

I remembered that little pearl of wisdom during one of my more trying times, when I was having difficulty grasping anything, let alone finding joy. Then I remembered, it doesn't have to be big. It can be one small thing—just one, "Do one thing that makes you happy today."

Picking raspberries was the magic solution. Although raining, I tromped down the block to a raspberry patch, sat under the bush and picked berries. I tagged that moment as 'joy' in my memory—"This is what joy feels like." I've assigned joy to raspberries forever more and bake raspberry pies to celebrate joy in my life.

It feels simple, but I think choosing joy can really be just that simple.

About the Author

Debi Bodett is an independent graphic designer who enjoys connecting people by design.

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