This evening I went and saw Vox Femina Los Angeles perform at the Zipper Auditorium in downtown LA. It was a great event first and foremost because of the talent of the choral group (Vox is one of the premier female choral groups in Los Angeles.) It was also a treat to see one of my besties give her first major concert with the group (gooo Morgan!)
But it was important to me in another way.
You see a little over a week ago I found out that my grandmother was ill. It's been a very rocky road since I got the first phone call about Grandma last week. She has been to the hospital and back. I've been from a nervous breakdown and back as well.
This evening was the first major planned event that I made it to since all of the turmoil started. It's day three of not experiencing crying jags. It might be a stretch to say I've come to terms with my grandmother's illness but I can say the serenity prayer again and I am working through my selfish fears about the whole situation. (I struggle with whether or not being selfish about this situation is normal or not, and ultimately whether I should care if it is either way.)
I appreciated to particular performances this evening. The first was a rendition of Psalms 23 that was GORGEOUS. And the second was a part of a performance called Anne Frank: A Living Voice that I think was called "How Can I be Sad?" Both were quite beautiful and uplifting for me (even though I almost cried.)
I was going to wax poetical some more about the meaning of life, and how music uplifts and etc. But instead I'm just going to quit while I'm ahead and leave with the text of the 23rd Psalm.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever
I am so glad you enjoyed and were moved by our concert. I am one of singers in Vox and the music moved me as well; not just last night, but especially during all my private rehearsal time, which became meditative for me. We love Morgan and am so glad she has joined our ranks!
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