Last night I went and sat with a beautiful, spunky older woman who suffers from dimentia. Her sweet husband was running the popcorn stand at the Rodeo and wanted someone to be home with her while he was away. I took the night shift while Jane slept. When I arrived she had PBS on and was watching a Verdi Opera. It was so fun to sit and watch this incredible (and very long) piece with her.
It got me thinking a great deal of the values and culture of the past as I left their sweet humble home. Families are all about strengthening relationships and loving one another!
First of all the great music of that era seemed to always be singing of Christ. When I think of the exquisite talent and time that went into music of long ago it makes me kind of laugh at how much garbage is produced and listened to today. Where is the value of humanity in media today? Mind you I love modern tunes as well (I don't only listen to boroque ;), but I am grateful my parents and college taught me to appreciate all types of music.
Then on the courtesy and love of the past. So much love filled this couples home. They have lived years together and done so much for one another. As I was leaving out the front door I heard the sweet husband say, "well how are you sweetheart?" In a tender and thoughtful voice that melted my heart. I know every couple has little pet names for one another but this is one of my favorites. I'm so grateful I got to witness that true love moment.
Remember to always cherish your sweethearts.
These were the lady singers of the opera, check out that curly blind hair! Woah!!
