Day 3 - 45 -- Linked Together

Much of today was spent grading midterms. I did spend a bit of time pushing the 2-4 inches of light fluffy snow -- it was COLD so it wasn't as heavy as usual. I didn't move the slush left by the plow at the end of the driveway. I'll likely be sorry tomorrow when it is frozen solid. Hindsight. <sigh>. Tonight is the coldest night of the season being about -20C with windchills closer to -30C. They tell us it will be a bit warmer during the day tomorrow -- about -8C but with cold feeling widnchill. There should be some sun, which will be pleasant for a change.

I was pondering many things today, including the blessing of family and friends and how we become part of each other. In the Sesotho language (of Lesotho) a statement of goodbye roughly translates to "As you leave, I will be wearing you." This metaphorical statement encompasses the thoughts I had very eloquently. What we say and do with others can't just be owned by us, since others have been part of that exchange. This thought was said much better by Michael Nesmith -- "It cannot be a part of me, for now its part of you." (from Tapioca Tundra lyrics).

Today's song choice reflects these same thoughts in a very moving production. It is from a musical and mixes English and Zulu lyrics that ask us to listen and to have faith. It seemed to fit today well. Enjoy!

They Live in You -- The Lion King