These two things have been revolving in my head rent free today.
Today one of my patients talked at length about how much the Queen’s We Will Meet Again had affected her a couple of years ago now and we unpicked just how powerful her speech was when I served her a large port before lunch..it was a conversation that I should have had one too ..lol
Radio 2 caught me unawares too when I drove to work as Zoe Ball played somber music with hushed tones.
When she played this next song by Beth Neilsen Chapman, it caught me totally unawares as I drove past Colwyn Bay and I had to stop briefly on the Prom to have a bit of a cry
Sometimes, emotions catch you unawares. I think many are feeling a bit lost and rudderless at the moment. In my case, surprisingly so. xx
ReplyDeleteI don't believe I have ever heard that song before ... 🎼🎻 ... I love it!
ReplyDeleteYou have such a tender heart!
A lovely song, John. Most, if not all, of the images are from the Oregon and Pacific Northwest...I hope when I'm no longer here my kids and friends will find their memories of me in the places here...the coast, the mountains and rivers. I hope you're well.
ReplyDelete"We shall meet again." That is a very comforting thought. We can only hope.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful x
ReplyDeleteI have heard that beautiful song before. It is transcendental.
ReplyDeleteI’ll see you in my dreams by Joe Brown does me in every time.
ReplyDeleteWith his Ukulele? A great version.
DeleteThose are two lovely little videos just right for this occasion.
ReplyDeleteI hold memories of the Queen from an early age. I was in Grammar school. On the day of the Coronation our teacher took our class and walked all of us to her home. It was the first telecast by satellite from Europe. We watched the entire Coronation on TV. In black and white, of course. It was like a fairy tale. History in the making that opened the world to us. Through the years I marveled at all the things she did. Her integrity, her respect of others, The history and the love of her country. Horses and dogs were a part of our life and she shared her love of them, too. It was an amazing day. Sad to say I no longer remember our teacher's name, but she made a huge impression on my life. Have enjoyed your blog for many years. Take care. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHer speech certainly helped me during Covid.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful song and I can personally really relate to the words.
I've been numb and tearful and slightly unnerved by the death of the Queen - but King Charles and his Speech was of comfort to me - who spoke of love being the great importance too x
ReplyDeleteI'm feeling quite tearful and acutely aware that it's the end of an era. I lost my own queen when my mum died in June. Current events are just refreshing my sadness.
ReplyDeleteThat song goes straight to the heart. Brought back memories of my first love.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post. The song and singer are new to me, but so lovely.
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