need listen to what I think of as Melissa Etheridge's signature CD, "Skin". Funny, when that CD was first released in 2001, it resonated with me even then because of the passion and level of truth in the lyrics. But, hey, I didn't think it had much to do with me. Well, now it has everything to do with me. Going through the end of a 15-year relationship takes its tole.If you are at all familiar with the CD, you know the 1st song is about the beginning of her breakup and each song progresses through the healing process, with all its exhilirations, setbacks, and finally, its triumphs. This CD is a masterpiece! Anyway, right now I am at the place in my recovery that is noted in the song, "Goodnight". Especially this verse:
"I washed the dishes poured out the old wine
Called a new friend for the second time
It's not bad this brand new life
It's clean and it's sharp like a brand new knife " [emphasis, mine]
My s
ister, Beverly, and I had a great week. She was here at my place for the week, celebrating her 60th birthday. We really had some incredible talks and wonderful bonding. There was lunch at The Old Town Spaghetti Store, dinner at Redbones , watching movies, eating birthday cake, visiting old friends, and just being together quietly. I loved it! She is my best friend. I am making an extra effort to do this with all my family members. You never know. . .It is likely that I will be spending more time in Dallas, with family, and....well, let's just
say my interests in Dallas have expanded greatly. I just recently noticed that the sun shines brighter there. Every time I think of Dallas now, I find myself humming "Amazing Grace, how sweet, the sound...."
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