I have been listening to music MUCH more lately. All kinds. While I haven't lost any friends of late, I think I have been mourning america as I knew her? I am glad you made it!

I think these strange times, with the stakes so high in doing too many things without really focusing on each task is teaching us to really spend time enjoying the heck out of all the wondrous gifts we have, be it music, movies, books, podcasts, and various other contributions people have shared with the world. In the past, it may have all been background noise, but without so many other distractions, it's been kind of good to really reflect and absorb the heck out of all our experiences more fully than ever before.

I think the smaller weddings are an improvement over the large gatherings which often take away from the meaning of the ceremony and moment. It's hard to concentrate on the reality of what's really happening when everyone is concerned about pleasing all the guests, and of course the expense, etc. Best to have a small gathering of only a few people to witness the big moment in their life and celebrate on a smaller, more meaningful scale.

It is sad that we can't have large gatherings for funerals, as I think they are helpful to the grieving, but they are super spreader events, so best to keep them distant at this time. It is during these emotional times that we often need to feel a closeness - but we will have to learn to interact with others to help us grieve remotely. I think it's possible to do that temporarily at least.

I am so sorry to hear of the death of your friends, it’s tough to lose so many of them in such a close period of time. You are grieving, so be kind to yourself, and feel happy that you are a survivor and will be able to attend and help celebrate your son’s wedding, even though it will be a much reduced affair.

Music can help us through some really difficult times in our lives, the memories which are evoked by listening to the songs of our youth are particularly bittersweet when the friends we enjoyed these moments with are no longer with us. This is all part of you releasing emotions, and is healthy to do so, after a while the healing will start and you’ll be able to listen to this music again with fondness not sadness, and you’ll be able to smile at the good memories of times past with your old pals. I know you’re a survivor and you sound like you already know it yourself Glenn!

Hugs to you Glenn. It's difficult to lose friends. Seems especially hard as we age.

Take care of yourself. Thats the best thing you do for people like your son who care about you.

Glad to hear that you are recovering. Music fires up every kind of emotion in the world. Living without emotion is not living.

Sorry Glenn, I know just how you feel! I lost 4 relatives within 3 months! My comfort is the music for me Bon Jovi. .

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So sorry Glenn. That is a very tough week. I am glad you are feeling better. I had not heard an update. Hang in there.

So sorry for your loss(es)
yes...you will survive...and it's more than ok to have those nostalgic moments. Makes one realize just how full our lives have been....and that we can make some bad decisions and overcome them. Make some good decisions and reap the benefits....in the end what I hope to have is a "mental slide show" that is rich and full and entertaining...some comedic (hopefully more) ....some sad (hopefully less) to keep me entertained when I've lost most of my marbles.