Goodbye to a Tradition
March 21, 2024
Engraved on the inside of my wedding ring are the notes of the opening theme of Haydn’s 88th symphony. It’s a long story, but illustrative of what our son Seth called “his classical-music-loving parents”.
So it's no surprise that Peter and I had a decades-long subscription to the concert series of the Handel and Haydn Society. We attended with dear friends, and it was a lovely tradition.
After Peter died, I kept our subscription with our friends, but it wasn’t the same without him. Then this season I missed two concerts due to travel. And today I decided not to subscribe to the 2024-2025 season. I still hope to go to a concert or two, but it’s not going to be the same.
I remind myself to be grateful for a wonderful tradition.
Still, I am sad.
Hi Judy,
Music is a sweet part of life. My husband and I went to concerts at the Bass Hall in Ft. Worth, TX many years ago when we lived in suburbia. We choose to live in a tiny mountain village at 9,000 ft. now. Music students come here annually for a working retreat in the mountains and give classical performances.
Life is bittersweet that’s certain. I’m sorry you are sad. I think we are very fortunate if in our lives we are able to make a difference and make memories. Thank you for sharing. I enjoy visiting your blog. Come visit mine.
Hugs julie
Posted by: Julie A R Stephens | March 21, 2024 at 12:25 PM