impressions
Thalia flipped the powder room’s light switch, looked in the mirror, and said, “Thank you God… for letting me have another day.” In response to Calliope and Urania’s questioning looks she added, “I picked that up from the movie we watched yesterday — The Milagro Beanfield War. What if we all started our days with that kind of gratitude? Milagro means miracle… Life is a miracle.”
“Just looking at this photo of Nashville’s Broadway strip brings a rush of feeling. There was so much going on in a stretch no longer than our daily… quiet,” Cal whispered the word quiet, “… morning stroll. Some of those buildings had a live band on playing on each of its floors. I wouldn’t want to live there, but I am really grateful for the experience.”
Urania added, “In Nashville, whether you come from New York, India, or Ancient Greece… you have an opportunity to try on cowgirl hats and boots.”
“And the artists really make an effort to connect with fans. It felt so… intimate.” Urania thought about Clare Cunningham moving from Ireland to Nashville three years ago to pursue her craft. “What a gift the internet is for supporting new friends. Alyssa Scott just released Runaway. What a joy it will be to watch Clare and Alyssa grow!”
Sounds like a blast (in small doses), Gail! And, um, where's your picture in a cowboy hat and boots???
I sometimes kid that if I don’t know the answer I just make one up. And honestly I’m only kidding. I offered that preface for this reason: when I opened my “always eagerly anticipated” Born Free Newsletter, the first image appeared to light up! Going from hues of medium to dark gray to a full color image! Like flipping the switch!
I tried closing and reopening the email a few more times and…. No “flipping on the switch.”
What followed was great. In one way elements seemed to stand on their own, but connection was evident as well. Like Karen (Hi Karen) I immediately expected to see boots and hat. Perhaps a two dimensional figure with boots and an opening for faces (yours) beneath a wide brimmed hat! Free! With a minimum purchase of $50…
Meeting two brave artists, putting their music on display, must have resonated with your efforts as a writer. Putting your woodcraft on display. All courageous. All hopeful.
Last, what a nice touch with the image of a flower opening it’s blossoms one by one. I sensed the image symbolizing Clare and Alyssa’s growing in their careers?
Perfect for a slowly unfolding Sunday.