The storm has left us safe and sound, and this is how it said goodbye. We are still without power and operating on a generator, so I’m going to leave it at that tonight, turn everything off, and sleep for a very long time. I'll see you tomorrow (assuming we get power back).
Having lived through the epic snowstorm of 1941 and a paralyzing ice storm in 1943 in the country outside of Richmond, Virginia, I guessed that you were well prepared for anything short of a total flood. Which leads me to wonder if we should be reading about Noah’s flood. Just finished “The Heat Will Kill You First” and recommend it to all. Just read the cover blurbs and you’ll see all the prophets’ and experts’
That sunset brings to mind a favorite song, often used as a lullaby, that to me sounds like the calm after the storm. I love this version and the Youtube version has some gorgeous pictures of evening to go along. Music of my people -- one side anyway! -- "Ar Hyd y Nos" ("All through the night”)
Bruce, this is the one we listened to our mother sing (off key!) when it was baby-bedtime, then sang as a family while we watched summer sun sets like Heather & Buddy’s over Vineyard sound.
"Let us put our weak light together." This is beautiful - I have chills listening. And isn't this what we are trying to do - each add our bit of light to the scary darkness seems ready to envelop our country? It won't win if we do this, stand up for democracy, each in our own way, with practical actions: post cards, phone calls, texts, knocking on doors. whatever fits our kind of light. I believe, I truly do! Blessings
That was the line that jumped out to me. The idea sprang to mind of, "it is better to light just one little candle, than to stumble in the dark." Sometimes each of us might feel like "our little light" won't make much of a difference, especially when the darkness can feel so overwhelming. But, if we combine all our lights together, it can become quite brilliant indeed.
As you might be aware, the Gospel reading for today (from John 12) is in this same vein, for when the crowd asked Jesus "Who is this Son of Man?": "Jesus said to them, 'The light is with you for a little longer. Walk while you have the light, so that the darkness may not overtake you. If you walk in the darkness, you do not know where you are going. While you have the light, believe in the light, so that you may become children of light.'”
We lost power in East Blue Hill at 6:57am and generator worked all day. Power restored late afternoon, though not sure how or why. Everything is a mystery there, LOLOL. Rest, Professor. Rest.
Thanks for letting us know you’re unharmed and safe...been thinking of you all day.
I was too. I am glad that Heather and Buddy are safe and coping only with no power. Beautiful pic.
Ditto....
Thank you for your update on safety. We are connected, all of us with a sense of gratitude to your continued reporting.
Having lived through the epic snowstorm of 1941 and a paralyzing ice storm in 1943 in the country outside of Richmond, Virginia, I guessed that you were well prepared for anything short of a total flood. Which leads me to wonder if we should be reading about Noah’s flood. Just finished “The Heat Will Kill You First” and recommend it to all. Just read the cover blurbs and you’ll see all the prophets’ and experts’
comments.
That sunset brings to mind a favorite song, often used as a lullaby, that to me sounds like the calm after the storm. I love this version and the Youtube version has some gorgeous pictures of evening to go along. Music of my people -- one side anyway! -- "Ar Hyd y Nos" ("All through the night”)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWU07oVhF_4
English text from the Welsh:
All the twinkling stars are saying,
All through the night:
“Here’s the way to a world of glory,”
All through the night.
Darkness is another light
to show true beauty;
A heavenly family in silence,
All through the night.
Verse 2:
O how bright a star is shining,
All through the night,
To shine on its earthly sister,
All through the night:
“Old age when affliction comes is like the night
“But to grace a mortal who is in her evening
“Let us put our weak light together,
“All through the night.”
G'night, y'all . . .
My mother used to sing this to us as children.
This is the text as it has been used as a lullaby, but it isn't what the Welsh means. Still, it is every bit as beautiful:
Sleep my child and peace attend thee,
All through the night
Guardian angels God will send thee,
All through the night
Soft the drowsy hours are creeping
Hill and vale in slumber sleeping,
I my loving vigil keeping
All through the night.
While the moon her watch is keeping
All through the night
While the weary world is sleeping
All through the night
O'er thy spirit gently stealing
Visions of delight revealing
Breathes a pure and holy feeling
All through the night.
This is the version I learned.
That is the one I grew up with as well. Just reading the words and singing along in my head gives such a feeling of peace. Thank you.
Bruce, this is the one we listened to our mother sing (off key!) when it was baby-bedtime, then sang as a family while we watched summer sun sets like Heather & Buddy’s over Vineyard sound.
My favorite!
Sung beautifully by Peter Paul and Mary
Lovely
"Let us put our weak light together." This is beautiful - I have chills listening. And isn't this what we are trying to do - each add our bit of light to the scary darkness seems ready to envelop our country? It won't win if we do this, stand up for democracy, each in our own way, with practical actions: post cards, phone calls, texts, knocking on doors. whatever fits our kind of light. I believe, I truly do! Blessings
That was the line that jumped out to me. The idea sprang to mind of, "it is better to light just one little candle, than to stumble in the dark." Sometimes each of us might feel like "our little light" won't make much of a difference, especially when the darkness can feel so overwhelming. But, if we combine all our lights together, it can become quite brilliant indeed.
As you might be aware, the Gospel reading for today (from John 12) is in this same vein, for when the crowd asked Jesus "Who is this Son of Man?": "Jesus said to them, 'The light is with you for a little longer. Walk while you have the light, so that the darkness may not overtake you. If you walk in the darkness, you do not know where you are going. While you have the light, believe in the light, so that you may become children of light.'”
Thank you for the beauty, Bruce Sellers.
Thanks, Virginia. I try.
Lovely
Thank you so much for including the video. Incredible ♥️
Lovely song, beautiful photos. Thank you.
Excuse me while I kiss the sky
____Jimi Hendrix
Thank you, HCR. for your brilliant morning wake-up calls, and, Buddy, thank you for your beautiful vision.
The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Purple Haze (Live at the Atlanta Pop Festival)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJunCsrhJjg&pp=ygUeZXhjdXNlIG1lIHdoaWxlIGkga2lzcyB0aGUgc2t5
He makes playing a guitar look effortless-for me (50 years ago) it was an epic struggle. Great Sunday morning wake-up tune! Thanks for the link!
Red skies at night....
Great photo. So glad HCR and Buddy have a generator, are safe and sound, and can get some much-needed rest. " . . . sailor's delight."
Gorgeous sunset! Enjoy the peace and quiet!
Wishing you good, restorative rest, and power on in the AM.
Gorgeous sunset!! Sleep tight.
A storm that leaves you with a sunset like that must be a good storm!
We lost power in East Blue Hill at 6:57am and generator worked all day. Power restored late afternoon, though not sure how or why. Everything is a mystery there, LOLOL. Rest, Professor. Rest.
Glad all are well. Red sky at night, sailor’s delight, right? Sleep tight.
Good to know you and yours are safe.
Good night sleep well and thank you for the beautiful beautiful picture
Rest well. Here's hoping the power comes back soon and that the generator provides power until then!
So glad you’re ok.
Thanks for checking in. Rest and rejuvenate. That is an amazing photo!