It certainly is the best of times, yet not without qualification; but that's a subject for another day. Today I'm grateful for living at a time and in a place where and when things are stable both politically and geologically. I realize my good fortune is but an accident of birth and that I'm surrounded in time and space by myriads of beings whose experience is otherwise. It is my sincere hope that through thought and deed my life may serve to ameliorate the circumstances of these others. I like to believe that through our collective experience Life is reaching for the best of all possible worlds.
Today, my gratitude is focused on music. Through miraculous technological advancements I am able to hear music of such variety and to such an extent as was only dreamed of in times past. As if by magic, I push a key or button and music falls out of the air. This modern wizardry provides me an experience superseding that of all the most fortunate throughout history. My life is enriched. Everyday is a musical holiday!
Amidst the noisome stress of those days set aside to celebrate our good fortune music can have a salutary affect. So far, on this Thanksgiving, it has filled my home with the good vibrations of peace, love and fellowship. Mercifully, again through technological innovation, different musical tastes can be catered to maintaining harmony, avoiding the cacophony of conflict.
In these noisy times when true silence is unattainable short of soundproofing I am thankful that I have access to music fitting my every mood.
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