Early last month this blog passed another milestone. On February 5/18, the 1500th message was posted. I'm still not sure that the numbers are correct -- math isn't my strongest suit <smile>. On days when I miss a post, generally for reasons of being late getting home or in the midst of travel, it hasn't felt right. I do make notes of what should have been written and plan to do it with a fresh mind the following day. Even then, I miss completing what has become a daily ritual.
I've said it many times, but I still find it interesting that people follow along. I do appreciate this as it helps me to keep going with something that can reduce anxiety and work through thoughts -- positive and negative -- that pop up during my day. Reflective and reflexive thought form the foundation of understanding self and one's role in the world. While I do this often, this blog allows me to do this with a bit of structure. I've often thought I see the world in metaphors -- which I believe we all do somewhat. Ending each post with a musical selection exercises my metaphorical muscles, while demonstrating the power of music to express thought and feeling. Not only that, but music also brings people together in a unique form of communication.
One word resurfaced as I thought through this all today -- gift. This blog is a gift that allows me to express a multiplicity of thought. In some small way, I hope it can be a gift to others. All that took me to a song with lyrics that fit the reason for the blog so well. It is by a singer with a wonderful, soothing voice. Love the photo in this video -- such a fresh-faced fellow <grin>. Enjoy!
The Gift of Song -- Neil Diamond
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