The mind of that 4-year old blows mine! My husband has always been inquisitive about outer space. But whenever he tries to explore an idea or theory with me, I cover my ears because the concept of the universe explodes my brain. Probably because I have no answers, and I like to have answers. Instead, I deal with things I do understand, like playing my favorite classical piece, Clair du Lune (literally meaning “clear of the moon” but typically interpreted as “moonlight”), on the piano. It has emotion and eerie-ness created by soft, pianissimo left handed arpeggios coupled with a pleasing and calm right hand melody going in another direction throughout. It’s like looking at a full moon in darkness and watching clouds slowly pass by it. Playing that piece gives me a feeling of calmness and well being, but without the unanswered questions. Even after decades of playing it, I experience an actual physical euphoria each time I play it (which is at least weekly due to its impact on my mood). Perhaps, Noa will play it someday and experience that same calm feeling without the need to have answers to her questions about the real moon - or, maybe there will be answers in her lifetime.
The mind of that 4-year old blows mine! My husband has always been inquisitive about outer space. But whenever he tries to explore an idea or theory with me, I cover my ears because the concept of the universe explodes my brain. Probably because I have no answers, and I like to have answers. Instead, I deal with things I do understand, like playing my favorite classical piece, Clair du Lune (literally meaning “clear of the moon” but typically interpreted as “moonlight”), on the piano. It has emotion and eerie-ness created by soft, pianissimo left handed arpeggios coupled with a pleasing and calm right hand melody going in another direction throughout. It’s like looking at a full moon in darkness and watching clouds slowly pass by it. Playing that piece gives me a feeling of calmness and well being, but without the unanswered questions. Even after decades of playing it, I experience an actual physical euphoria each time I play it (which is at least weekly due to its impact on my mood). Perhaps, Noa will play it someday and experience that same calm feeling without the need to have answers to her questions about the real moon - or, maybe there will be answers in her lifetime.
I love that you’ve found your own ways of finding comfort and calm! Such a beautiful description of your experience playing the piano. ❤️
This household is always noticing the moon too. Absolutely comforting.
Love to hear this, Kris!
It was so fun to think about the moon 🌙 today! And to remember Ben! Thank you for your thoughts…