I am 84 and in poor heath, not a news reader after trump came along. I knew and admired Bill Vanaver...what an accomplished life and nice person.! When someone like Bill dies, I always wonder, why them instead of me.? I make up reasons; must have been a smoker, must have taken recreational drugs, must have led a life more stressful than mine. I have no reason to suspect any of these about Bill, but am wondering: what am I still doing here?
The gift of genetics is part of it for sure, but I just want to say that your comment touched me. Writing is one of the things taht makes me, at least, feel glad I'm alive.
Thank you! My 78 year old brother is in the midst of a medical crisis across the country from me. The song and video is such a comfort, helping me release some of my grief to the beautiful world around me.
PS. I had this discussion with my gerontologist and he concluded that my talking about my own death, I must be depressed. I assure you I am not.
Dear Wendy:
I am 84 and in poor heath, not a news reader after trump came along. I knew and admired Bill Vanaver...what an accomplished life and nice person.! When someone like Bill dies, I always wonder, why them instead of me.? I make up reasons; must have been a smoker, must have taken recreational drugs, must have led a life more stressful than mine. I have no reason to suspect any of these about Bill, but am wondering: what am I still doing here?
The gift of genetics is part of it for sure, but I just want to say that your comment touched me. Writing is one of the things taht makes me, at least, feel glad I'm alive.
It’s actually called the Shawangunk Journal and its a dandy newspaper. The obits of my childhood lead me to an understanding of the world.
Sensitive article and wise.
Thanks for the correction on the SJ. Hope others who live near here are enjoying it as well.
Thank you! My 78 year old brother is in the midst of a medical crisis across the country from me. The song and video is such a comfort, helping me release some of my grief to the beautiful world around me.
Somehow music never really dies. I am glad Bill's is still here to sahre.