soundtrack

I have a six disc CD changer in my 2009 Mazda 3 Hatchback. Five out of six slots have been occupied by the same CDs for the past six years. 

They are a compilation of songs. Together, they paint a picture of a moment in time of my life. It wasn’t a necessarily good time.

In a way, they evoke sadness, but they also remind me of my strength and resiliency. 

As time has passed they have become familiar, offering me a sense of security.
But I am over the predictability.

As of today, the changer sits empty. I am ready to start listening to some different songs...better yet, it’s time to start making my own music.

the sepia effect

The month of January began with a stomach bug and ended with a cold. The holidays have passed and, while the days have gotten noticeably longer, it is still winter.

It’s a difficult time of year for many people, including myself. The refuge which I normally seek in the outdoors is barren and lifeless. I found myself searching for something, anything to look forward to, but came up empty handed.

That’s not to say that I have nothing to be thankful for at the present time. It is saying that after several months of “taking inventory" I’ve come to the realization that my life has become a muted version of what it used to be.

Here is to the prospect of seeing in color again.