Hi everyone.  Hope you are all well and continue to stay that way during this global health crisis we are facing.  But in addition to protecting your physical wellness, what are you doing to stay mentally healthy today?

(Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

I know we are in a serious situation, but I need a break from the gloom, doom and bullying by way of hoarding. Music has always been my refuge and watching those beautiful Italians singing to each other from their balconies reaffirmed my belief that music is the answer. So until the old normal returns, I am going to share a song I listen to that helps me escape the current state of things, if only for a few minutes each day.  And if this helps anyone else, even better.

July 21 marked the 72nd birthday of one of my favorite singers, Cat Stevens, n/k/a Yusuf.  I adore him and his music and was thrilled to see him live twice in 2014.  The first time was in April at his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and then in December at his own show in Pennsylvania.  At the HOF ceremony, he ended his three song set with today’s tune accompanied by a gospel choir and it was breathtaking.  Here’s to hoping good things are going to come.

“Now I’ve been happy lately
Thinking about the good things to come
And I believe it could be
Something good has begun

Oh, I’ve been smiling lately
Dreaming about the world as one
And I believe it could be
Someday it’s going to come

‘Cause I’m on the edge of darkness
There ride the Peace Train
Oh, Peace Train take this country
Come take me home again“.

Cat Stevens n/k/a Yusuf circa 1970.  (Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

Cat Stevens (n/k/a Yusuf):  “Peace Train” (Recorded live at the 2014 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony April 2014 at the Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY.  Originally released in 1971, written by Cat Stevens).

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Stay well.