Yes, I am feeling a bit crappy lately, but there are lots of good things happening, too.
Here's what I'm working on in singing lessons:
At about 1:18, it's especially gorgeous. Difficult but definitely worth it.
I don't have my own computer - I use a work laptop for everything. That means I have to get a computer before I go to school, and that is exciting. It's nice (and rare) when something you really want is also something you need.
I am currently without a book to read, which means I will soon be delving into something new and delicious.
Then, of course, there are all of your thoughtful, understanding and wise comments. You remind me that a) you've been through it too, and b) I'm not just being a great big baby.
Thank you.
10 comments:
Yay for new computers!!! A new book is what I need too.
Feel good.
Helen,
This is way too funny. As you know I have a pacemaker like you...but I'm also a classical cellist. Do you think people can be soulmates or alter egos without meeting. LOL.
Melissa
The piece sounds lovely! When you have it down pat, you'll have to post yourself singing it (!!). Let us know what book you pick – I'm always on the lookout for great books!!
:) L
Wow, that's a gorgeous piece for voice, Helen! Complex, intriguing, and truly beautiful. I'm with Laurie -- when you have it down, do please record yourself and share it with us. I'd love to hear you sing.
I can't even imagine not having my laptop at hand when I want to read, write, learn or just be entertained. I'm sure you'll love having one of your own, too. How very cool!
And in the meantime: I hope your Sunday and the week to come will be restful, and that your pain will decrease or go entirely. You need a good break. Thinking of you ...
-Wren
Schubert is always good.
Hope you're feeling better soon.
I LOVE Schubert. I'm afraid I don't do him much justice, but I'd like to work up to some of the more dramatic pieces like the Winterreise.
Laurie, I am drawing a blank on books I want to read. I keep starting things, not liking them and putting them down. Any suggestions?
Have you ever read Possession by A.S. Byatt? One of my fave books ever, if you love a long, involved, romantic read. Another fave is An Imaginary Life by David Malouf.
Other good reads that come to mind: Oscar and Lucinda by Peter Carey (there was a movie of it starring Ralph Fiennes and Cate Blanchett) and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, which I read not too long ago – it's an easy read and enjoyable.
Anyway, there's a start, since I'm not sure what sort of book you like!
:) L
Thanks so much for the suggestions, Laurie! I haven't read any of those. I'm hoping to pop into the library tomorrow and pick up some good reads.
Let me know what you get and what you think of it! And if you have any suggestions for me, would love to hear them!
I picked up "Doctor Thorne" by Anthony Trollope. I read "Barchester Towers" last year and loved it, and this one comes next. I also grabbed a mystery for some lighter reading - one by Charles Todd. They're set just after WWI in England.
Today, a friend at work brought me "Water for Elephants." Have you read it?
Suddenly I've got a lot of reading to do!
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