Back in the saddle after small hiatus

[Philb]

Welcome back!

You have been through a lot. Day by day; take good care.

[Ronlad]

I think that is great advice! I take one day at time. @Loraine remember to take care of yourself too. I recently went through 5 weeks of group therapy (social distancing and wearing facemasks) through a program called Pathways (through my hospital here). They gave me some good tips, hints, and suggestions on how to deal with my grief. I really liked the group therapy setting. I learned a lot about myself, and other members.

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[Bill_Brown]

👍💐👍

[Michelle-PSL]

Easing back in is a good thing, @Loraine. You’ve been through a great deal recently. I hope playing music does lift you a bit.

[GizzyClaire]

Yes Michelle I’m sure it will just go easy with yourself after all this – it may take a little while to recoup those hard earned skills

[N-lightMike]

I’m sorry for your loss @Loraine . It is a big thing to get through, but you are strong and your commitment to returning to your guitar routine just shows that. I’m sure it will help immensely. There will be a lot of different emotions, and music will help with all of them. You have been a great help to a lot of others here on the forum and that will continue to help you also. ☺😊

MG 😀

[Loraine]

Appreciate the kind words @MikeGaurnier

[Marisa]

I am so sorry @Loraine . The power of music will help, for sure. Pick up your guitar and take it one step at a time.

[Loraine]

Thank you @Marisa . Maybe my mom’s spirit will help me get back in the groove (although she didn’t have any musical capabilities vocally or playing an instrument). Maybe she’ll cheer me on.

[SoCal_Ian]

My condolences @Loraine. A horrible experience that most of us will suffer through. My thoughts are with you and I hope your guitar brings you some comfort during this time and long into the future.

[Loraine]

Very kind @SoCal_Ian . I’ve been through many losses over the years, but this was the most difficult. Looking forward to trying to get back into playing as an outlet.

[Cadgirl]

@Loraine , I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I have to agree with some of the other comments. Music may help you through this. Take care.

[Loraine]

Really appreciate it @Cadgirl , and my hope is that music will do just that.

[Ronlad]

My condolences to you on your mother’s passing. I can relate to you–I’ve lost 2 family members in less than 6 months. My own mother passed 12/13/20 at age 80, and my older sister passed away 5/12/21. She was only 60 years old.

I just started this week again picking up my guitar and getting involved in it again. For me, music is a great place for me. I have listened to music since I am old enough to remember. Many great memories of listening to Country music in the late 1960s and my dad driving in our car. I was an avid listener of WLS 780 AM out of Chicago during its heyday. Many great memories of listening to music back then as well. I can recall a certain song, artist, and/or album and it takes me back to a certain place and time. It’s amazing how powerful music can be. I truly believe music is good for the soul.

I really like the Deezer app and I listen to music all time. It’s nice to play music through the Bluetooth in my car. Music is definitely my “happy place”.

“I looked out this morning and the sun was gone/Turned on some music to start my day/I lost myself in a familiar song/I closed my eyes and I slipped away.” – from More Than a Feeling by Boston.

I am glad your back!

[Loraine]

@Ronlad Thank you for your condolences and mine to you in your loss also. Thank you for reminding me how important music has always been to me. I grew up in the Burbs of Chitown and I remember WLS 780 a.m. fondly too. Chicago has some of the best music. I love Boston and saw them several times during the 70’s and 80’s. Music definitely speaks to my soul like nothing else can do, and it can lift me on a gloomy or sad day. I’ve gotten away from listening to as much music as I used to; mainly because I don’t drive as much since COVID. I just saw Jimmy Buffet last week and it totally lifted me up during a dark time and allowed me a moment of bliss. Now, if only my playing sounded as good as some of the musicians I love I’d be in heaven.

Anyway, thank you for a great post. It made my day! 🌞

[Ronlad]

@Loraine I believe WLS 890 (I put in 780 which is incorrect. I believe 780 AM belongs to WGN radio, my apologies there). WLS 890 is still on air, and I believe it is AM and FM now. Of course, I had to look up WLS and I found out they starting broadcasting back on 4/12/1924….97 years ago! I am also a fan of WXRT 93.1 FM in Chicago. I listened to 93- XRT back in the days when it wasn’t a 24-hour radio station. It went 24 hours starting 4/26/1976. What is interesting is that I had a teacher at my small high school who was an early DJ on WXRT when it wasn’t 24 hours. What I also like is that technology allows us to listen online anytime, anywhere to our favorite stations.

[AttyTJ]

@Loraine. You have grown confident since first we met, and a little thing like reworking up your practice routine will be a cinch for you. I predict, your sorrow will lead you to something you will play dedicated to her, and you will be brilliant.

I can hardly wait. (Note, if you will, that is not the first time I have said that to you, and so far, I am batting !00%, cause You Got This!!)

[Loraine]

@AttyTJ your positivity is infectious! Thank you for the support, and I’ll take you at your word (because I doubt myself).

[stevieblues]

I’m glad you’re back to playing guitar. I’m sorry for your loss. Playing the guitar will soothe your soul. Music has powerful healing effects. Science backs that fact. I hope you find your routine again soon. Sending my prayers for you.

[Loraine]

Thank you very much @stevieblues , and I’m looking forward to getting back in the groove, although it’s been a slow start this week. I’m having difficulty focusing, but I’m not giving up. I figure that with even short practice times, I’ll still get ahead and it’s a start at least.

[puckstopper29]

I’m sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some comfort and I think that music and guitar could help.

[Loraine]

Truly appreciate your condolences Scott, and I’m working on the music therapy.

[johnny67]

Sorry to about the passing of your mother, I know playing guitar helps me through tuff times, it’s my therapy, embrace it and hopefully it will comfort you

[Loraine]

Thank you so much for your thoughts @johnny67 . Music can definitely help through the tough times and be therapeutic.

[markvguitar]

Sorry for your loss. A lot to go through. I’m hoping that music will, as you say, fill and lift your soul.

[Loraine]

Appreciate your kindness @markvguitar

[darcelle]

So sorry to hear of your loss, @Loraine. There are no easy words for the loss of a parent.

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[Loraine]

Thank you for the condolences @darcelle