Hello, Dear Fellow Quarantines. Happy Passover and Happy Easter. I hope this holiday season finds you and your families safe and well. As for me- so far, so good. Fingers crossed that we all maintain this status quo.
As I begin Week 6 of my isolation, I have to report that I am going a little stir crazy.
But, like the World War II Brits I do so admire, I try like the dickens to just “Keep Calm And Carry On.”
And to that end, I’ve watched so many episodes of Inspector Morse, Lewis, Endeavour, The Crown, Poirot, The Forsyte Saga, Brideshead Revisited, Upstairs, Downstairs, Love in A Cold Climate and Miss Marple that by this past Sunday, my iPad was speaking with an English accent.
It also sent me this S.O.S.
Blimey! I mean, Yikes!
This blitz of British Culture was was starting to affect my eyesight- not to mention my speech.
So I asked myself “What would Winston do?”
And he said, “Spotify!”
So I turned on the music.
Allow me now to share my “Music To Weather The Apocalypse” playlist.
Each selection has a special meaning for me and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
And please share your favorites these days in the comments section below. I’d love to hear whatever gets you through this epidemic night.
Hang in there, homies.
Now turn on, tune in and DON’T drop out.
My first selection just has to be this video.
Wow! How dystopian was that? Streets and buildings deserted. Just like downtown Chicago now.
But on the other hand, take a look at this video. It just happens to be one of my all-time faves, but now I see how timely it is.
Notice how they stayed inside the house at all times? Very Covid curfew-ready.
Now it’s time to change it up. Who better than The King (and I don’t mean Edward VII) to get me off my “What’s the use?” ass?
If that doesn’t get your virus-free booty shaking, how about this one?
And just to finish the Dancercise portion of this post, here’s one more number that used to serve as my alarm clock. It always got me out of bed. (Let’s hope it doesn’t have to get me out of a death bed.)
Now guys, this re-run is just for you. You’re welcome.
Now, in honor of a few sadly-stricken states, let’s start with where it all began. Seattle, this one’s for you.
And I just read that this guy donated $1 million to Mass. General Hospital to help his home state. He was born at that hospital, btw.
Blessings on you, James. You’re a handy man to have around in a crisis.
And of course, we can not forget this town. My thoughts and prayers go out to them daily.
https://youtu.be/Xbd3C44fAHo
OMG. Billy, Tony and the old Shea Stadium. You just can’t get any more Big Apple than that.
Now, here’s an anthem for these critical days.
Wow! Two of the greatest voices in rock- reminding us that we all have to man up and make it through. It’s now or never.
Thanks for the moral support, guys.
And as for the light at the end of the tunnel….
I leave you, Dear Listeners, with this final song.
It’s from me.
And I mean every word.
Until we meet again…
Thanks for the great lift!!No one does it like you!! Loved it!Stay home and stay Safe!
Thanks, Diane! A very nice way to start my day. You stay safe- and lunch when this awful thing is over! 😊✊😷
Thanks for reminding me of some of my all time favorites Ellen!!!
Great suggestions for those long hours of avoiding cleaning my house!!!
Please stay well and strong! Boy will we appreciate regular old life when this is over!!
Thanks for making my morning… love you….
Thank you, neighbor. (And girl who taught me how to spell “duck” so I wouldn’t have to quit school in first grade.) And thanks for pointing out another activity I’m doing well- avoiding housework. I’m getting so much of that (not) done. Hang in there and hope to see you IRL soon! 😘😷✊
Thanks for this, 810! You really know how to pick them! It sure beats my playlist which includes true crime podcasts and Andrew’s (Cuomo) daily update.
Stay safe and healthy! Sending love from sunny Florida, where we’re staying home til we head north Wednesday to stay home in dreary Upstate NY.
824
Hi 824! Thanks and glad you’re reporting in. I,too, watch Governor Cuomo’s updates. I take comfort from his common sense, no nonsense approach – and I like his accent. We Avoca Girls know how to hang tough. Let’s beat this thing. like we beat up Geoff Davenport! Safe travels. 😘😷🙏810
Still waiting for lunch at Grunts. At least it is something to look forward to.
I have finished sorting my socks and am looking for another formidable chore.
Hope all is well with you. I am hanging in. Stay strong my friend. PS. Why can’t
Cuomo be president ?
Luv ya
Re all of your thoughts and observations: YES! Hang in there my friend. The sun will rise again and we can talk movies, music and the meaning of Life. ✊😘😷
Good to hear from you again and supplying us with additional diversions.
Thanks, X-1. I don’t want to wear out my welcome but being in touch with you all makes me feel less alone. We will get through this. We’ve been through much worse. Do you remember the motorcade to Hinsdale? Or any of Gersten’s jokes? Stay safe. 😊😷✊
Definitely will never forget the motorcade. As I remember I drove everyone with a learners permit.
And we never did get to Hinsdale! The whole motorcade got lost. I laugh every time I think about it. 😊🚗🚗🚗🚙🚙🚙
Ellen: Loved your playlist. Here’s mine…
The Beatles – I Want to Hold Your Hand Sanitizer
Rolling Stones – You Can’t Always Get Paper Towels When You Want
Tony Benett – It’s Only A Toilet Paper Moon
Peter, Paul & Mary _ 500 Miles to find lentil beans
Roberta Flack – First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Mask
Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’ We’ll Be Able To Go Out To A Sit Down Dinner Again
Crosby, Stills, Nash – Teach Your Children Not To Go On Spring Break
Gilbert O’Sullivan – Alone Again Naturally
Bravo, Steve! I knew I could count on you in a crisis. You made my epidemic. Stay safe, my friend. And thanks for the smile. 😊✊😷🎼
First of all Kudos to Steve😎
My mini playlist
1 Shelter in the Storm- Dylan
2. What’s Going On ? – Marvin
3. Yesterday – Beatles
4. We Got To Get Out of This Place – Animals
5. Masters of War – Dylan
All excellent choices, Mitch. I knew you wouldn’t fail me. Hope you and the Klein crew are weathering the storm. When’s it’s all over maybe Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah?”
Ghost Town! Perfect! And, of course Cameron. Thanks, and stay safe, E. Good to see Letterfromelba back.
Hopsy
Thanks, Mr. Pike! I’m SO glad someone commented on that video. It IS perfect- and I’m glad you noticed. And yes, if there was ever a personification of sunshine, it’s the beautiful Ms. Diaz. You stay safe, my friend. We have to discuss “The Palm Beach Story” in detail one day. 😊😘😷Geraldine
If anyone needs an all-time feel good vid —
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1bFr2SWP1I&feature=youtu.be
Thanks, Scott. A beautiful reminder that Heaven does indeed exist on Earth and one day soon, this too shall pass. Thanks – and stay in. 😷🌈
In a NY state of mind. 😌missing it……
I’m not surprised. NYC is your adopted second home. And I bet they’re missing you, as well. Hopefully, we will all get back there soon one day.
🎭🗽🌃💔🥰