As I read this, I thought that your words formed a live, present day, non-fictional account of your own experience.
It rings very true that your friend Luna could be the agent of your adaptation, just doing an everyday service to the community.
Weeks ago, at a consultation prior to a minor [hernia] operation, the surgeon let the mask slip by the spontaneous reflex action of nodding in the affirmative when I asked him ‘does that mean I am expendable?’, in reference to the extreme delay in being seen to by the NHS, our splendid and free health service. Men of my age are statistically seen as a drain upon resources. I do, however, agree that younger people in crisis should be prioritised.
Joe Jackson is one of my most loved composer/singers. I have several of his albums and, right now, I am
listening to NIGHT MUSIC of 1994, mostly orchestral and beautiful.
I recognise all of his lyrics as quoted in your story.
Great trilogy, Tom. Happy Christmas! I intend to spend the season reading my books and listening to my music, hoping I do not feel obliged to turn down too many invitations. I drive through France to Italy and Torino for ten days in early January.
Bob - Luxury to me is the ability to do what you want, even occasionally. I can’t think of much better than a casual drive through Europe. Happy Christmas indeed!
JJ slows down the song I reference in a live album performance, to the point that it sounds eerie. I can’t stop listening to it these past few weeks. He was a favorite of mine once I discovered him during hs and college.
I imagine all of our writing stems from real experiences. Fiction has eluded me since the outcomes eventually turn out differently from my own. In any event stay tuned for part 4…
Thanks as always for reading and for sharing reflections. Have a wonderful trip!
I ADORE this series. Moving on to the next one now.
Tom -
As I read this, I thought that your words formed a live, present day, non-fictional account of your own experience.
It rings very true that your friend Luna could be the agent of your adaptation, just doing an everyday service to the community.
Weeks ago, at a consultation prior to a minor [hernia] operation, the surgeon let the mask slip by the spontaneous reflex action of nodding in the affirmative when I asked him ‘does that mean I am expendable?’, in reference to the extreme delay in being seen to by the NHS, our splendid and free health service. Men of my age are statistically seen as a drain upon resources. I do, however, agree that younger people in crisis should be prioritised.
Joe Jackson is one of my most loved composer/singers. I have several of his albums and, right now, I am
listening to NIGHT MUSIC of 1994, mostly orchestral and beautiful.
I recognise all of his lyrics as quoted in your story.
Great trilogy, Tom. Happy Christmas! I intend to spend the season reading my books and listening to my music, hoping I do not feel obliged to turn down too many invitations. I drive through France to Italy and Torino for ten days in early January.
Bob.
Bob - Luxury to me is the ability to do what you want, even occasionally. I can’t think of much better than a casual drive through Europe. Happy Christmas indeed!
JJ slows down the song I reference in a live album performance, to the point that it sounds eerie. I can’t stop listening to it these past few weeks. He was a favorite of mine once I discovered him during hs and college.
I imagine all of our writing stems from real experiences. Fiction has eluded me since the outcomes eventually turn out differently from my own. In any event stay tuned for part 4…
Thanks as always for reading and for sharing reflections. Have a wonderful trip!
What’s in the trunk? Why am i thinking of the movie “Total Recall”?
All will be revealed…soon!
Thanks for reading and commenting!