🎶 both sides now - by emilia jones-


You are never too old to grow up a little more.
I’ve always loved this song
And never understood a word of it.
I’ve had a nice weekend all told and that was unexpected 
And has been a lesson learned
I’ve emailed my ex husband and wished him and his new husband well
And for the very most part of it all
I really meant it

Hey ho

42 comments:

  1. Anonymous10:06 pm

    Oh John.
    I’m glad the anticipation was the worst thing you had to endure . The worry of a boil being lanced is soon forgotten I’m told.
    I’m so glad you have wished them both well.
    It was time you did
    Brave to say it here so I applaud you my English friend

    Keith

    Xx

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    1. Anonymous10:16 pm

      There’s something in my eye.
      I’m proud of you
      Ceci

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  2. I raise a toast to you, John Gray! You looked your pain squarely, took a deep breath and chose to rise above it. I am proud of you.

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    1. Anonymous10:35 pm

      I’m with Debby

      Debs x

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    2. Me, too. You are the better person for it. One wonders if the situation had been reversed, what would have happened.

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  3. Bravo, John dear, bravo!
    Also, thank you for reminding me of this beautiful song.

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  4. Taking the high road is always the classy thing to do.

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  5. I hope your ex responded with a "thank you." You are a good man JG.

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  6. I love that song so much. Brings back so many memories from my youth.
    You are a good guy John.

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  7. Barbara Anne12:15 am

    Ah, a song from my teen years, sung then bt Judy Collins.
    Well done in wishing your ex and his new mate well. That's one niggling bother that is now done and dusted. Good for you!

    Hugs!

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  8. Well done. I hope you feel better and have many excellent weekends ahead.

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  9. Time is - as oft said, a great healer. You said the right thing and just as importantly you've moved on. Bravo!

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  10. It is always best to take the high road. Good on ya!

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    1. I’m not taking a high road or a moral high ground . The best wishes were really for me, to acknowledge the last corner being taken in the break up of my marriage .
      I need to let things properly go

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  11. Anonymous12:51 am

    Perfect. I am proud of you. Jackie

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  12. Anonymous2:17 am

    Well done John, takes a big man to go there. So proud of you, hugs. Gigi

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  13. Anonymous2:41 am

    https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=shaina+tab+asl#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:54aa87f7,vid:SWiedxio-_E,st:0

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    1. Anonymous2:44 am

      This link doesn't seem to work. Worth watching...google Still will I love ASL

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  14. Anonymous3:47 am

    Very pleased you did what you did. It takes a better person to overcome a hurt and still wish the ex a good life. Well done.. many hugs at your bravery. Now you can move forward.

    Jo in Auckland

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  15. Anonymous3:47 am

    p.s. I can't log in under google account for some reason; it keeps happening.

    Jo in Auckland

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  16. If it's meant to describe your weekend, then it sounds like you at least got the gist of the song.

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  17. Well done John, this may help heal the wound.

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  18. You are a good person with a huge heart.

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  19. I love this song! Today is a new moon. The new moon is a time for new beginnings. x

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  20. Yorkshire Liz7:32 am

    Good on you, John Gray for your graciousness under pressure and your example of unselfishness. Set the example. As this song about facing life from all sides and recognising the limitations we all place on ourselves. Sweer version of an iconic song from Alex Jones' daughter

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    1. Yorkshire Liz7:48 am

      Apologies for spellchecker. Aled Jones not Alex.

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  21. A beautiful song! I hope I can keep close and safe within me the joy of the best times and, in the end, move through the pain to new time and another me.

    You were brave to reach out and I hope it helps.

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  22. Your kind and brave thought towards your ex will be made even more complete by a returning appreciative acknowledgment of it direct from him to you - and I can't possibly think that he won't.

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    1. That doesn’t matter Raymondo . He’s on his journey I’m on mine now

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    2. That's the kind of comment I'd have expected from you. Must confess that I just can't let go of grudges myself while wishing it wasn't so. But good for you!

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    3. It’s taken me years

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  23. I'm typing quickly as my eyes are a bit watery. You are a good, kind man, John. I hope it helps heal the wound a little more. xx

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  24. Anonymous8:29 am

    That showed true class. Josie

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  25. Anonymous8:34 am

    I am total agreement with all the comments. You have shown time and time again to be the "bigger person". Very well done ~ you really are a very kind and gentle man. Hugs Ro (n.w. Italy).

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    1. No not the bigger person,

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    2. And a message for the troll..why write such obvious nasty and cruel comments…do you get so much pleasure out of trying to upset another human being

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  26. Anonymous8:40 am

    There’s a series on Radio 4 at the moment celebrating Joni Mitchell at 80 and she talks about writing this song when she was very young and being mocked by her husband who felt she hadn’t seen any life - although she had. Interesting series.

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  27. Anonymous8:47 am

    Your graciousness is a positive step in your closure and being able to move on. The words to the song you now understand, it is a good day for you. Jan in Castle Gresley

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  28. A fine rendition of one of my all time favourite songs. From the first time I heard it, I have understood every word.

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  29. What a generous and mature thing to do. I want to be like you when I grow up.

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