I ever did the same thing back some fifteen, twenty years ago when I underwent my first serious surgery. I was just at the age my Father had died, so I was sure it was my time, but I didn't go. So as it seems, neither Paulie's nor my CDs got played.
For the best, I guess, as no one wants to sit through 90 minutes of songs. So as if to boil it down to one, if there has to be a song played at my funeral or memorial, I would want it to be "The Rainbow Connection" as the lyrics hit the spot as I see it this day:
“Why are there so many
songs about rainbows
And what's on the other side?
Rainbows are visions,
but only illusions
And rainbows have
nothing to hide
So we've been told,
and some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong,
wait and see
Someday we'll find it,
the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers,
and me
“Who said that every wish
would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that,
and someone believed it
Look what it's done so far
What's so amazing
that keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see?
Someday we'll find it,
the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers,
and me
“All of us under its spell
We know that it's probably magic
“Have you been half asleep,
and have you heard voices?
I've heard them calling my name
Is this the sweet sound
that calls the young sailors?
The voice might be one and the same
I've heard it too many times to ignore it
It's something that I'm supposed to be
Someday we'll find it,
the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers,
and me--
From Youtube is the video if you had rather hear it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jS5fTzMP_mg
Been wondering how you were doing. You are still in my prayers every day, right after my kids and just before my preacher.
Don’t be giving up on us, now. Keep drinking those milkshakes or whatever and stay strong.
Thanks Bender2...I’m still cheering, and praying for you every day.
Praying for you, Bender2!
ML/NJ
A Special Performance of “Rainbow Connection” from Kermit the Frog | The Muppets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jS5fTzMP_mg
You are going through the worst with Chemo right now.I BELIeVE YOU CAN MAKE IT.(((((Hugs))))
It’s here Friend-He gave up.
Eric Clapton, Luciano Pavarotti, East London Gospel Choir - Holy Mother (Live)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9uYu4R2nk8
That’s a good selection, and it may strike a chord in others’ hearts and minds as they hear it here and then.
A few years ago I was asked to help a deceased friend’s brother with the funeral planning. A number of songs were played before the funeral as people arrived. They weren’t loud or intrusive. For those in the foyer gathering, greeting, consoling and grieving, it faded into the background. And for those sitting quietly in the chapel it provided something relevant of the friend to consider.
But as I hear those some of those songs now and again I still think of that day.
Stay strong.
I know that song! It is beautiful, and of course, Kermit sang it :) Big Muppet show fans here at Tatt’s house.
Might you be willing to share a few of the other titles - if you have a few minutes, and a good internet connection ;)
Prayers lifting for more rainbows, and more people to appreciate them.
Tatt
I am still praying for you. God’s blessings
Lord Jesus Christ, be with Thy servant in the hour of his trial.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, amen.
“Lala Land” did very well, I think your screenplay could have worked.