![]() Almost in slow motion, I watched a vibrant, funny, talented woman fade away right in front of my eyes. Mom was in an agonizing decline for well over twelve years due to a particularly insidious form of dementia. Her death wasn't sudden, not by a long shot. That person is Lou, my mom, who passed away five years ago this week. Actually, one person in particular has been prominent in my thoughts. This past week, I've been thinking a lot about the awesome people I've known, those incredible individuals that have brought something special to my life. Connecting with good people connects you to the world. It enriches the lives and souls of those you're with, too. ![]() Being present with another human being enriches your life and your soul. (As they'd say back in North Carolina, bless all y'all's hearts for stoppin' by for a visit.) And to me, spending time with people you enjoy, whether it's virtual or in the flesh, is pretty much the most important thing a person can do to stay mentally and emotionally healthy. ![]() However long it takes someone to read one of these missives, I consider that sharing some quality time together. I feel lucky that I've cultivated an eager audience (made up mostly of friends and family, but hey, technically, even one person is an "audience") with whom I get a chance to share choice moments from my life and the associated music that provided the soundtrack. That thought usually flits through my mind a few days after I unleash upon the denizens of the Interwebs a new installment of this column.
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